UNIVERSAL J (Japanese label division, 2002–2022)
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In 2020, UNIVERSAL J started using a dedicated "UNIVERSAL J" imprint alongside Universal Music Japan's corporate logo.
For releases prior to 2020, this label should be used by Japan artists signed to UNIVERSAL J and only displaying Universal Music Japan's corporate logo ("UNIVERSAL MUSIC" or "UNIVERSAL MUSIC GROUP"). Please use a different label if present:
- Polydor (Japanese)
- Far Eastern Tribe Records
- Perfume Records
- DCT records
- Island (2002-2003)
Catalog number template (in general):
UPCH-1xxx - albums / mini-albums / EPs (2001 - 2015)
UPCH-2xxx - albums / mini-albums / EPs (2014 - )
UPCH-3xxx - ?
UPCH-5xxx - singles
UPCH-7xxx - ?
UPCH-8xxx - ?
UPCH-9xxx - limited editions (2001 - 2015)
Previously known as: KittyMME (2000–2002 Universal Music Japan company/label), UNIVERSAL POLYDOR (Japanese label division, 2001–2002)
Renamed to: UJ (Japanese label division, 2023–present), Polydor Records (Japanese label division, 2023–present)