Recochoku's distribution platform "FLAGGLE" signs new music distribution service agreement with "Rakuten Music" as a new distribution partner - Music provision to start from the first half of 2026
Recochoku has signed a music distribution service agreement with Rakuten Music through its distribution platform "FLAGGLE." This will enable domestic music rights holders to distribute their music to Rakuten Music, aiming to maximize the revitalization of the music market.
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Recochoku Co., Ltd. (Headquarters: Shibuya-ku, Tokyo; President: Toru Itabashi; hereinafter 'Recochoku'), which operates services delivering music in various forms with the mission of 'maximizing the revitalization of the music market,' has signed a music distribution service agreement with 'Rakuten Music,' a flat-rate music streaming service operated by Rakuten Group, Inc.
This agreement will enable corporate music rights holders in Japan (hereinafter 'music rights holders') to distribute their music to 'Rakuten Music' via 'FLAGGLE' (pronounced: Furaguru), a music distribution solution operated by the Recochoku Group. Music distribution to 'Rakuten Music' is scheduled to commence in the first half of 2026.
Recochoku and 'Rakuten Music' plan to implement various measures aimed at increasing music plays when distribution begins, targeting corporate customers.
■ Background and Objectives of the Partnership
Recochoku began offering 'FLAGGLE,' a music distribution solution that solves all challenges related to music distribution for music rights holders, on July 1, 2025 (Tuesday).
'FLAGGLE' is a 'distribution service that also manages music information,' providing a global standard music distribution environment with reliable Japanese support. It distributes to 22 major DSPs such as Apple Music, Spotify, YouTube Music, Amazon Music, Melon, and FLO. Furthermore, its underlying system incorporates the platform of U.S. company AudioSalad, which has a distribution network spanning over 65 countries worldwide, enabling it to strongly support global standard distribution specifications, including expansion to over 40 DSP services in various countries.
【Distributable Services (Excerpts)】
Amazon Music, Apple Music / iTunes, AWA, Deezer, Facebook / Instagram, FLO, Google / YouTube / YouTube Music, iHeartRadio, KKBOX, LINE Music, Melon, mora, music.jp, Spotify, TikTok, etc.
■ Future Outlook
Recochoku will continue to collaborate with various music distribution service companies to implement campaigns for new releases and expanded sales of back catalogs, aiming to create more listening opportunities for domestic artists' music, in line with its mission of 'maximizing the revitalization of the music market.'
We will also continue to explore partnerships with influential music distribution services worldwide to further expand the global reach of domestic artists' music.
【About Rakuten Music】
Rakuten Music is a flat-rate music streaming service operated by Rakuten Group, Inc. It is available as iOS and Android™ apps. There are seven pricing plans, allowing users to choose the plan that best suits their usage from various options.
URL: https://music.rakuten.co.jp/
【About "FLAGGLE"】
"FLAGGLE" is an all-in-one music distribution solution developed and provided by the Recochoku Group to solve all challenges in the music distribution business for domestic music rights holders.
A major feature is the ability to introduce multiple services according to needs, such as database management of distribution assets, hybrid distribution, business consulting, and 'FLAGGLE Assist,' a hands-on support service for distribution operations. It also incorporates AudioSalad's distribution system as its underlying platform, allowing for the reliable establishment of a global standard distribution environment.
▼Music Distribution Solution "FLAGGLE" Introduction Site URL: https://lp.flaggle.jp/
▼"FLAGGLE" Introduction Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=irpoUDc2CAE
【About Recochoku】
Recochoku, under its mission of 'maximizing the revitalization of the music market,' develops music distribution businesses for individuals and corporations, and digital solution businesses aimed at supporting rights holders. It comprehensively supports the development of music culture from multiple angles.
Company Name: Recochoku Co., Ltd.
Location: Aoyama Oval Building 7F, 5-52-2 Jingumae, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo
Representative: Toru Itabashi, President and Representative Director
Business Activities: Planning and operation of music distribution services, planning and operation of content and services, etc.
URL: https://corp.recochoku.jp/
This agreement will enable corporate music rights holders in Japan (hereinafter 'music rights holders') to distribute their music to 'Rakuten Music' via 'FLAGGLE' (pronounced: Furaguru), a music distribution solution operated by the Recochoku Group. Music distribution to 'Rakuten Music' is scheduled to commence in the first half of 2026.
Recochoku and 'Rakuten Music' plan to implement various measures aimed at increasing music plays when distribution begins, targeting corporate customers.
■ Background and Objectives of the Partnership
Recochoku began offering 'FLAGGLE,' a music distribution solution that solves all challenges related to music distribution for music rights holders, on July 1, 2025 (Tuesday).
'FLAGGLE' is a 'distribution service that also manages music information,' providing a global standard music distribution environment with reliable Japanese support. It distributes to 22 major DSPs such as Apple Music, Spotify, YouTube Music, Amazon Music, Melon, and FLO. Furthermore, its underlying system incorporates the platform of U.S. company AudioSalad, which has a distribution network spanning over 65 countries worldwide, enabling it to strongly support global standard distribution specifications, including expansion to over 40 DSP services in various countries.
【Distributable Services (Excerpts)】
Amazon Music, Apple Music / iTunes, AWA, Deezer, Facebook / Instagram, FLO, Google / YouTube / YouTube Music, iHeartRadio, KKBOX, LINE Music, Melon, mora, music.jp, Spotify, TikTok, etc.
■ Future Outlook
Recochoku will continue to collaborate with various music distribution service companies to implement campaigns for new releases and expanded sales of back catalogs, aiming to create more listening opportunities for domestic artists' music, in line with its mission of 'maximizing the revitalization of the music market.'
We will also continue to explore partnerships with influential music distribution services worldwide to further expand the global reach of domestic artists' music.
【About Rakuten Music】
Rakuten Music is a flat-rate music streaming service operated by Rakuten Group, Inc. It is available as iOS and Android™ apps. There are seven pricing plans, allowing users to choose the plan that best suits their usage from various options.
URL: https://music.rakuten.co.jp/
【About "FLAGGLE"】
"FLAGGLE" is an all-in-one music distribution solution developed and provided by the Recochoku Group to solve all challenges in the music distribution business for domestic music rights holders.
A major feature is the ability to introduce multiple services according to needs, such as database management of distribution assets, hybrid distribution, business consulting, and 'FLAGGLE Assist,' a hands-on support service for distribution operations. It also incorporates AudioSalad's distribution system as its underlying platform, allowing for the reliable establishment of a global standard distribution environment.
▼Music Distribution Solution "FLAGGLE" Introduction Site URL: https://lp.flaggle.jp/
▼"FLAGGLE" Introduction Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=irpoUDc2CAE
【About Recochoku】
Recochoku, under its mission of 'maximizing the revitalization of the music market,' develops music distribution businesses for individuals and corporations, and digital solution businesses aimed at supporting rights holders. It comprehensively supports the development of music culture from multiple angles.
Company Name: Recochoku Co., Ltd.
Location: Aoyama Oval Building 7F, 5-52-2 Jingumae, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo
Representative: Toru Itabashi, President and Representative Director
Business Activities: Planning and operation of music distribution services, planning and operation of content and services, etc.
URL: https://corp.recochoku.jp/