J-core
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| Cultural origins | 1990s, Japan |
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J-core (Jコア) is the style of hardcore techno associated with Japanese groups and DJs from the 1990s onward. Originally called "Japcore", the name "J-core" is an abbreviation of "Japanese hardcore". J-core music is often found in rhythm games and forms a substantial part of the doujin music scene.