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Recochoku Group Enters Partnership with Kakao Entertainment

In a significant move towards expanding the reach of Japanese music in the international market, Recochoku Group, encompassing Recochoku Inc. and Eggs Inc., has officially signed a music distribution service agreement with Kakao Entertainment, a major player in South Korea's entertainment industry. Under this agreement, Japanese music rights holders and indie artists will be able to distribute their works through Kakao’s prominent music platform, Melon, starting from the first half of 2026.

Understanding the Partnership and Its Objectives

This collaboration between Recochoku Group, who is based in Shibuya, Tokyo, and Kakao Entertainment aims to address various challenges faced by music rights holders in the digital distribution realm. Beginning July 1, 2025, Recochoku will provide a comprehensive music distribution solution named FLAGGLE, tailored specifically for music rights holders. With FLAGGLE, the goal is to enhance the domestic music market while offering seamless support in the Japanese language.

FLAGGLE leverages global distribution networks facilitated by AudioSalad, an American company renowned for its wide-reaching music distribution platform, which spans over 65 countries. This enables Japanese music to adhere to international standards, providing a robust infrastructure for music delivery and support.

In recent times, the Asian music market has drawn significant attention, with numerous Japanese artists looking to make a name for themselves in South Korea. In a concerted effort to fortify international relations and expand their domestic music industry's footprint in Korea, this partnership aims to enhance the delivery of Japanese music to the K-pop-centric Melon platform. Additionally, individual artists can utilize the Eggs Pass platform to distribute their music directly to Melon, broadening their access to international audiences.

What is Melon?

Melon has established itself as South Korea's leading music streaming service, offering a rich array of K-pop and other genres for streaming and download. Known for its weekly charts and year-end awards, including the prestigious Melon Music Awards (MMA), Melon serves as an essential barometer of music trends and hit songs in South Korea. The platform's influence extends beyond the domestic market, engaging a diverse fan base globally.

Future Prospects

Looking ahead, Recochoku Group commits to its mission of revitalizing the music market by exploring agreements with prominent music distribution services worldwide. This strategic approach aims to offer Japanese artists a broader platform for their work, promoting cultural exchange and collaboration in the music industry.

About Recochoku

Recochoku is dedicated to revitalizing the music market with its mission at the forefront. The company focuses on music distribution services for both individuals and corporations, along with offering digital solutions utilizing blockchain technology to support rights holders' business needs. Through its subsidiary, Eggs, Recochoku extends its support to indie artists by facilitating music distribution and monetization efforts. As a digital solutions company originating from the Japanese music industry, Recochoku Group is committed to fostering the advancement of music culture across various dimensions.

Company Name: Recochoku Inc.
Location: 7th floor, Aoyama Oval Building, 5-52-2 Jingumae, Shibuya, Tokyo
CEO: Tohru Itabashi
Business Overview: Planning and operations of music distribution services, content and service planning, and more.
Website: https://recochoku.jp/corporate/