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New pop'n music Arcade Cabinet Undergoing Location Test in Akihabara, Generating Buzz on Social Media

A new cabinet for the popular music game "pop'n music" is currently undergoing a location test at Tokyo Leisureland Akihabara, generating significant buzz on social media. The location test, which runs until July 6th, has seen many fans visiting the venue to experience the feel of the new cabinet. The new cabinet is drawing attention for its innovative changes. Many players have reported a significantly larger display, enhancing visual immersion. The button feel has also reportedly been improved, promising enhanced operability. Particularly welcomed by players are the long-awaited addition of a judgment adjustment function and the revival of song "genre names," which had been temporarily removed. These changes allow for more detailed customization and a return to nostalgia. Furthermore, some users have pointed out the possibility of 120fps frame rate support, raising expectations for smoother gameplay. On social media, numerous joyful comments have been posted...

“Nico Nico Sunflower Kiss” Unexpectedly Trends as Pop’n Music Revives Genre Names

On July 5, 2025, the phrase “Nico Nico Sunflower Kiss” unexpectedly trended on the social media platform X, drawing significant attention from many internet users. Behind this uniquely sounding phrase was a surprising announcement concerning the latest installment of the popular music game “Pop’n Music.” At the heart of the buzz was the unexpected display of “Nico Nico Sunflower Kiss” as the genre name for the song “Uohyo ni Nobori Kagayoite” (魚氷に上り耀よひて) included in the game. For a long time, Pop’n Music had maintained a specification where song genre names were not displayed, making the revival of “genre names” itself big news. Users flooded social media with expressions of surprise and joy, such as “Nico Nico Sunflower Kiss in the new Pop’n?!?,” “Uohyo ni Nobori Kagayoite (Read: Nico Nico Sunflower Kiss),” and “So happy genre names are back, but ‘Nico Nico Sunflower Kiss’ took all the attention lol.” The impact was so immense that some even speculated, “Did they bring back genre name...