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MIKA NAKASHIMA (中島美嘉) — the iconic Japanese singer-songwriter and actress born in Kagoshima, Japan — just dropped the official music video for her new track “Winner.” This release coincides with her 11th full-length album STAGE -THE MUSICAL IN MY HEAD-, which hit shelves and streaming platforms on January 28, 2026 (and includes Winner as one of its key tracks)
Known for her rich, breathy vocals and genre-blending catalog that spans J-pop, blues, alternative rock, pop rock and jazz, Nakashima first debuted in the early 2000s and has since become one of Japan’s most influential crossover vocalists, selling millions of records and topping charts with both albums and singles.
“Winner” — Music Video:
The new MV for Winner premiered alongside the album rollout on January 28, 2026, showcasing Nakashima’s signature emotive delivery set against dramatic visual storytelling — a style that’s become central to her narrative-driven releases.
