Snow Man has secured their fourth Artist of the Year award at the 40th Japan Gold Disc Awards, announced by the Recording Industry Association of Japan.

The nine-member Johnny's group continues their impressive streak at the prestigious awards ceremony, which recognizes Japan's best-selling music acts based on annual sales data. This marks Snow Man's fourth consecutive win in the Artist of the Year category, highlighting their sustained commercial success since their major debut in 2020.

Formed in 2012 and officially debuting under Johnny & Associates, Snow Man has become one of Japan's most successful idol groups. The group consists of members Iwamoto Hikaru, Sakuma Daisuke, Watanabe Shota, Mukai Koji, Abe Ryohei, Miyazaki Yuki, Fukazawa Tatsuya, Raoul, and Meguro Ren.

The Japan Gold Disc Awards, now in its 40th year, serves as one of the music industry's most important recognition ceremonies. The awards are based on actual sales figures and streaming data, making them a reliable indicator of commercial performance rather than critical acclaim alone.

Snow Man's repeated wins reflect their strong fanbase and consistent album and single sales. The group has maintained momentum through regular releases, variety show appearances, and concert tours, establishing themselves as a dominant force in the contemporary J-Pop landscape.

The full list of winners across all categories was announced by the Recording Industry Association of Japan, with the ceremony celebrating the most successful artists and releases of the past year.