Jrock
J-rock, short for Japanese rock, is an umbrella term for rock music produced in Japan. It encompasses a wide range of styles, from hard rock and heavy metal to alternative rock and indie rock, and songs are predominantly sung in Japanese though many bands incorporate English. The term is used by fans, media, and industry to distinguish Japanese rock from J-pop or Western rock.
Origins trace to 1960s and 1970s groups that experimented with Japanese-language lyrics, such as Happy End,
Several acts are emblematic across eras: X Japan (pioneering metal/hard rock), B'z and Mr. Children (pop-rock megastars),
International reception has grown with global tours, festival appearances, and streaming platforms. J-rock has influenced fashion