Real (Mika Nakashima album)

Real is the sixth studio album by Japanese singer Mika Nakashima, released on January 30, 2013, through Sony Music Japan. This album marks a significant departure from her previous works, exploring a wider range of musical styles and lyrical themes.

The album features several tie-in tracks, which were used in various commercials, dramas, and films. It was released in three editions: a limited edition CD+DVD, a limited edition CD+Blu-ray, and a regular CD edition. The DVD and Blu-ray versions included music videos and live performance footage.

Real peaked at number one on the Oricon weekly albums chart, becoming her fourth number-one album in Japan. It was a commercial success, demonstrating Nakashima's continued popularity and ability to evolve her musical style while maintaining her core fan base. The album is noted for its diverse track list and showcases Nakashima's vocal versatility.