Universal Music Japan has appointed Naoshi Fujikura as CEO.

Billboard reports that Fujikura, who previously served as president of domestic labels, will commence his new role at the turn of the new year, replacing current holder Kazu Koike who will become non-executive chairman.

Paying tribute to Koike, Max Hole, chairman and CEO of Universal Music Group International said: "Kazu Koike has had an incredible career and I'm delighted that he is going to maintain his long association with us as ...