Japanese dance hits from the 2000s. Songs that make you want to dance on TikTok.
This article introduces Japanese dance tracks that were hits in the 2000s!
In recent years, trends like “Y2K,” referring to the early 2000s, have been popular, and the J-POP scene from that era is full of songs that make you want to dance.
In addition to hits from back then, many tracks have become even more familiar through TikTok, making them great picks for livening up events and performances!
Enjoy these super fun, hype-raising songs—spirited Japanese dance music from the 2000s!
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Dance numbers from Japanese music that were hits in the 2000s. Songs that make you want to dance on TikTok (21–30)
Grateful, thrilled, and overwhelmed like a stormarashi
Arashi’s hit song from the 2000s is packed with the appeal of a dance number.
With its distinctive rap parts and powerful rhythm, the track may carry a message to a former lover.
Released in November 2000, it was also used as the opening theme for the Fuji TV drama “Namida wo Fuite.” It peaked at No.
2 on the Oricon chart and stayed on the rankings for 10 weeks, showcasing its popularity.
The song was performed at the Kouhaku Uta Gassen celebrating Arashi’s 15th anniversary, expressing gratitude to their fans.
It’s a perfect choice when you want to feel positive or hype up a party with friends.
Irresponsible HeroKanjani∞
Released in 2008 as Kanjani Eight’s ninth single.
It was used as the theme song for NTV’s “SUPER Urugusu” and reached No.
1 on the Oricon Weekly Singles Chart.
It’s a quintessential Kanjani Eight life-affirming “things will work out” anthem, overflowing with their Kansai-style energy and fun.
Love Revolution 21Mōningu Musume.
It was released in 2000 as Morning Musume’s 11th single.
Arranged by Dance☆Man, it’s a disco-influenced track with Maki Goto and Natsumi Abe as the centers.
They performed it in futuristic outfits made of enamel material with piping and eccentric hairstyles, featuring choreography reminiscent of aliens.
Strongly conscious of the new century, it became their last single of the 20th century.
come againm-flo
m-flo, with a solid grounding in authentic club music and a talent for seamlessly translating genre-defying sounds into J-POP.
Known as one of their signature tracks, this song portrays the bittersweet emotions of a female protagonist who dances the night away on the floor, trying to cut off her feelings for someone who’s indifferent to her.
Released in January 2001 as their ninth major-label single, it became widely recognized after being featured in a Kanebo Cosmetics commercial.
It’s also included on the classic album EXPO EXPO.
The rhythm at the core of this piece was remarkably innovative in Japan’s music scene at the time, and its refined sensibility is still striking today.
It’s a cool dance tune, perfect for nights when you want to feel a bit more grown-up or when you need a change of mood.
Say the wordAmuro Namie
Released in 2001 as Namie Amuro’s 20th single.
It was her first single after parting ways with producer Tetsuya Komuro, with the lyrics written by Amuro herself.
Chosen as the song for KOSE Luminous commercials, it features her signature style of sharp, dynamic dancing and is an exceptionally cool track.