New words and buzzwords awards nominees announced

news.yahoo.co.jp (Japanese)

The 30 nominated words for the 2025 New Words and Buzzwords Awards have been announced. The list reflects current societal issues like politics, extreme weather, and inflation. Notable entertainment-related terms include "Kokuhō" (National Treasure) and "Hyōroku." The awards traditionally highlight words that capture the zeitgeist of the year. The article suggests that with entertainment becoming more fragmented, it's harder for a single word or artist to achieve widespread recognition, unlike in the past.


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