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LINE MUSIC's Inaugural Best Fandom Artist Award

In an exciting development for music enthusiasts, LINE MUSIC has unveiled the winners of the newly established Best Fandom Artist award during the MUSIC AWARDS JAPAN 2026 event. This award recognizes artists based on their music streaming performance on LINE MUSIC and search queries conducted on Yahoo! Search.

The Concept Behind the Award

The Best Fandom Artist award, powered by LINE MUSIC and Yahoo! Search, is designed to honor artists whose fanbase engages most actively in both listening to music and seeking information about their favorite musicians. By combining data on song stream counts from the LINE MUSIC app with artist search counts from Yahoo! Search, the most devoted fandoms were identified and celebrated.

The award ceremony took place in Tokyo at TOYOTA ARENA and SGC Hall (TOKYO DREAM PARK), adding a vibrant atmosphere to the prestigious event. This unique award allows fans to see how their daily music habits can contribute to the recognition of their beloved artists.

The Winner of the Award

Mrs. GREEN APPLE emerged as the first-ever recipient of the Best Fandom Artist award with a staggering total of 376,273,380 points. The runner-up, Number_i, followed closely with 364,569,470 points, showcasing just how competitive the music scene is. Other notable mentions include popular groups and artists like 嵐 (Arashi), Snow Man, and BTS, demonstrating the diverse sounds and styles embraced by Japanese music fans.

Here’s the complete list of the top five:
1. Mrs. GREEN APPLE - 376,273,380 pts
2. Number_i - 364,569,470 pts
3. 嵐 (Arashi) - 215,175,126 pts
4. Snow Man - 164,126,796 pts
5. BTS - 133,193,409 pts

Overview of the Best Fandom Artist Award

• - Category: Fandom
• - Award Title: Best Fandom Artist powered by LINE MUSIC & Yahoo! Search
• - Counting Period: March 2, 2026, 11:00 AM to May 31, 2026, 11:59 PM
• - Calculation Method: Based on music listening counts from LINE MUSIC and artist search counts from Yahoo! Search.
• - Special Site: LINE MUSIC Best Fandom Artist

In an era where fan engagement plays a pivotal role in an artist's success, this award emphasizes the importance of community support within the music industry, recognizing those fans who actively participate in streaming and searching for their favorite artists. As music streaming continues to dominate how we consume music, awards like these encourage both fans and artists to celebrate their shared passion.

About LINE MUSIC

LINE MUSIC is one of Japan’s leading music streaming services, boasting over 100 million songs across various genres, making it accessible to users at any time. Beyond listening, LINE MUSIC offers music video viewing, karaoke features, and other unique experiences that blend music consumption with social interactions through its integration with LINE, allowing users to set their favorite tracks as profile music or chat room backgrounds. LINE MUSIC also provides free access to select LINE stickers for premium users, enhancing the overall user experience.

• - Official Site: LINE MUSIC

About Yahoo! Search

As a prominent search engine in Japan, Yahoo! Search offers a tailored experience for users seeking information across various fields, from local shopping to travel recommendations and disaster updates. Further, Yahoo! continues to innovate with features like AI-driven suggestions and a commitment to improving search usability. By providing detailed answers to everyday questions, it enables users to explore topics comfortably and efficiently.

Through this collaboration between LINE MUSIC and Yahoo! Search, the music community is now more interconnected than ever, celebrating the joys of fandom and musical exploration.