Translation guide
How to talk about a new release in Japanese, covering products, media, software, and announcements.
Referring to a newly released product, model, or version (e.g., car, phone, software).
Literally 'newly on sale'. Common for physical products like electronics, cars, or food items.
This smartphone is a new release.
Means 'new work' or 'new creation'. Used for creative works like movies, games, books, or fashion collections.
That director's new release will be released next month.
Means 'new model' or 'new type'. Often used for cars, appliances, or updated versions of products.
Loanword from English 'release'. Common in IT/software contexts, but also used for music and movies.
The act of announcing or making something available for the first time.
Means 'announcement' or 'release' of information. Used for official statements, product launches, or news.
The new product release (announcement) is next week.
Means 'release for sale'. Focuses on the commercial availability.
Means 'release' or 'opening to the public'. Used for movies, websites, or public events.
Specifically for software updates, patches, or new editions.
新発売 emphasizes that something is newly available for purchase. 新作 is for creative works. 新型 is for new models or types, often implying an upgrade.
トヨタの新型プリウスが発表された。
Toyota's new Prius model has been announced.
新しいアプリがリリースされた。
A new app has been released.
発売日はいつですか？
When is the release date?
映画の公開が待ち遠しい。
I can't wait for the movie's release.
新バージョンがリリースされました。
A new version has been released.