CATEGORY Celebrating songs and artists that excel in musical creativity and artistry.
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SIX MAJOR CATEGORIES
SONGS
Music Genre Category
Special Category
Back Catalog Category
Regional Category
INTERNATIONAL SONGS
Music Genre Category
International Special Awards
ARTISTS
Music Genre Category
Best J-POP Artist
Best Rock Band/Solo Artist
Best Hip Hop Unit/Solo Artist
Best R&B/Contemporary Artist
Best Japanese Alternative Artist
Best Dance&Vocal Artist (Group/Solo)
Best Boys Idol Culture Artist (Group/Solo)
Best Girls Idol Culture Artist (Group/Solo)
Best Digital Culture Artist
Best K-POP Artist
Best DJ
SPECIAL ARTIST HONOR
ALBUMS
Music Genre Category
CREATORS
Music Video Category
Engineer Category
OPEN VOTING
Japanese Songs Category
International Songs Category
MUSIC TECH
ANALOG RECORD
PARTNERSHIP
Karaoke Category
USEN Broadcasting Category
Music Rights Category