RADWIMPS Drops Highly Anticipated Album ‘Anew’ Alongside New Music Video for ‘World End Girl Friend’


October 10th, 2025 – Philippines – The acclaimed Japanese rock band RADWIMPS make their long-awaited return with ‘Anew’, their new studio album in four years, paired with the stunning new music video for “World End Girl Friend”. Fans can listen to the album here and watch the music video here.
‘Anew’ features a total of 12 tracks, including 10 newly recorded songs alongside previously released favorites, “Tamamono” (theme song for NHK’s drama serial ‘Anpan’) and “Meidai” (theme song for NTV’s news program ‘news zero’). The physical edition of the album includes “Tamamono (Orchestra Version)”, while the digital edition offers “DAI-DAN-EN feat. ZORN (Anew Version)” as exclusive bonus tracks. Marking their first studio album in four years, ‘Anew’ stands as a major highlight of RADWIMPS’ 20th major debut anniversary celebration.
The music video for “World End Girl Friend”, directed by Takeshi Maruyama and filmed in Thailand, beautifully captures the tender emotions of a girl falling in love in a foreign land, set to a love song that feels both nostalgic and refreshing.
RADWIMPS – “World End Girl Friend” [Official Music Video]
The 20th Anniversary Special Box of ‘Anew’ offers fans an exclusive glimpse into RADWIMPS’ remarkable journey. The set includes footage from a special studio performance held on June 29th, behind-the-scenes clips, interviews, and rare performance footage from the band’s first-ever arena show at Yokohama Arena in August 2007. As a bonus, it also features four songs from their FUJI ROCK FESTIVAL ’25 performance in July 2025, bringing fans from their very first arena stage to their latest festival appearance in one timeless collection.
Adding to the celebration, the box set also comes with a special anniversary pouch containing three limited-edition items designed to commemorate the band’s 20th anniversary. The 20th Anniversary Special Box is now available for international preorder at the Official RADWIMPS Overseas Store so be sure to secure your copy while stocks last.
RADWIMPS will hit the road for their ‘RADWIMPS 20th ANNIVERSARY LIVE TOUR’ in support of their new album ‘Anew’ and to mark their 20th anniversary. The tour will span nine major cities across Japan, featuring a total of 17 arena shows. Their hometown of Yokohama promises an extra-special celebration, with BUMP OF CHICKEN (Day 1), Vaundy (Day 2), and YOASOBI (Day 3) joining as guest performers. With their official anniversary on November 23rd, this monumental arena tour is set to be an unforgettable experience for fans and is sure to sell out fast so if you are in Japan, grab your tickets here!
‘Anew’ Tracklisting
1. Meidai
2. MAAFAKA
3. World End Girl Friend
4. DASAI DAZAI
5. How should I
6. Tamamono
7. MOUNTAIN VANILLA
8. Odakyu Line9. Hitsu Zetsu
10. Period.
11. Echo in the Ruins
12. Piaf
Listen to ‘Anew’ here
Watch the music video for “World End Girl Friend” here
Get your tickets to ‘RADWIMPS 20th ANNIVERSARY LIVE TOUR’ here