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Awa is a Japanese subscription based music streaming service launched on May 27, 2015. It offers a vast catalogue of over 120 million songs, including both Japanese and international artists. Awa provides various pricing plans, including a free plan with ads and limited features, and paid plans with additional functionalities such as offline playback and access to exclusive content. The service is accessible on multiple devices, ensuring a seamless music experience for users.
WebsiteInstagramAwa is one of Japan’s most popular music streaming services, offering millions of songs, expertly curated playlists, and personalized recommendations to listeners across the country. With its sleek design and focus on discovery, Awa has become a go to destination for fans who want both Japanese hits and international sounds. For artists, Awa provides direct access to Japan’s vibrant music market, connecting them with audiences who value quality and curation. By distributing through Unchained Music, creators can release their tracks to Awa alongside 220+ global platforms, ensuring their music resonates with fans in Japan and beyond.
Start NowAwa receives new releases through approved distributors who submit audio files, artwork, and metadata formatted to the platform’s technical specifications. Once processed, tracks appear in Awa’s catalogue and become available to listeners across Japan.
Yes. Awa expects complete metadata, including accurate titles, artist names, lyrics, and genre classifications. Distributors ensure the metadata follows Japanese-language encoding standards and platform-specific formatting rules.
Awa uses curated playlists, algorithmic recommendations, trending charts, and mood based mixes to showcase new releases. Tracks that generate strong early engagement, such as saves or repeated plays, tend to receive increased visibility within the platform.
Awa does not offer a direct artist dashboard for international creators, but performance data: including streaming activity, playlist placements, and audience demographics, is typically provided through the distributor that delivered the track.
Royalties are calculated based on streaming activity and Awa’s licensing agreements with rights holders. These earnings are paid to distributors first and then passed on to artists according to the distributor’s reporting schedule.