[Around 1-minute J-Pop] Short and addictive! A roundup of catchy tunes you can’t get out of your head!

This article takes on a slightly quirky theme: we’ve gathered Japanese songs that run about one minute! Each track tightly packs in catchy melodies and irresistibly unique vibes.

You might find your heart unexpectedly stirred by songs you don’t usually listen to.

We’ve also picked out that famous commercial jingle and some gag tracks that might make you burst out laughing.

Be sure to read to the end and find a new favorite track!

Playlist

[Around 1-minute J-Pop] Short and addictive! A roundup of catchy tunes you can’t get out of your head!
	Title	Playlist	Review
1	Shonan ElectroASIAN KUNG-FU GENERATION		A fast-paced, exhilarating rock track in which ASIAN KUNG-FU GENERATION arranges a Caramelman song
2	I Want It That WayBBQ CHICKENS		BBQ CHICKENS do pop in a punk arrangement
3	Come back my dogHEY-SMITH		A comedic song depicting a dog's gripes
4	MuggyKUZIRA		Introduction to KUZIRA’s melodic punk song Muggy
5	rumorMy Hair is Bad		My Hair is Bad short song
6	FireworksONIONRING		A song brimming with the driving speed of melodic punk
7	Silly manTrack’s		Let the frustrations of youth explode in a rush of speed
8	heme (kimi wo omotte iru)kurayamisaka		A rock song depicting the end of youth
9	chili pepper japonéskururi		A thrilling rock song themed around Japanese chili peppers
10	heavy; weighty; serious; profound; feelings/emotions (context-dependent)Ohtaki Eiichi		An introductory guide to Eiichi Ohtaki’s experimental masterpieces
11	The Climb39degrees		The driving force to overcome adversity in 39degrees’ music
12	ALWAYSBACKLIFT		The melodic punk of BACK LIFT
13	ANUENTH		A exhilarating rock with a rebellious spirit that lives freely
14	bravadosly cat girl		Sly Cat Girl’s new song: Heart and a sense of speed
15	AceHarukamirai		A refreshing short tune by Harukamirai
16	Fight!!Harukamirai		Let's get pumped with the short and fiery track “Fight!!”
17	Stop your lifeBungei Tengoku		I want to stop time—the wavering of a heart that can’t let go of its dreams.
18	Ego Rocksurii		Suri’s “Ego Rock” is fire.
19	Song of the Dawnosage		A short song gives you a push and motivates you.
20	1 minute 1 secondGarakuta		A one-minute impulsive love song, heart-stirring
21	PPAP (Pen-Pineapple-Apple-Pen)Pikotarō		A catchy track with a massive impact
22	I’ll sing momo-momo anywhere and everywhere.Yabai T-shatsu Yasan		Fun songs that hype up the crowd at karaoke
23	Tough To Be A HughHarukamirai		An emo rock song depicting the conflicts of human relationships
24	One drink not includedmakaroni enpitsu		A masterpiece that captures a fleeting moment in a live music venue
25	Fuji Safari ParkKushida Akira		The short Fuji Safari Park commercial jingle is memorable.
26	I like you for one minuteKALMA		A short youth punk song expresses feelings of love.
27	Pla-Pla PlaRailkururi		A rhythmic railway song with train names
28	The Yanbo Marbo SongNakamori Takako		The Yanbo Marbo song is short and memorable.
29	The Gate to HeavenKitanitatsuya		Vocaloid producer expresses views on life and death through a demo audio leak project
30	Boom!Magokoro Burazāzu		Cheering song by Magokoro Brothers, courage and positivity
31	not yetKaneyori Masaru		An emotional song that washes away the haze
32	M19Blue Mash		Osaka-born band sings about memories of youth
33	Let’s Dance at Home (Potluck Mix)Hoshino Gen		The song trending on social media is reborn by the band.
34	You can’t eliminate viruses unless you wash your hands for at least 30 seconds.Yuuyami ni izanai shi shikkoku no tenshi-tachi		Infection prevention message through a handwashing song
35	StoicismShiina Ringo		The enigmatic artistry and playfulness of the tracks within the album
36	20 SECONDSHEY-SMITH		The headlong rush of ska punk and the restlessness of youth
37	Idiot!UNFAIR RULE		Explode your emotions in a short heartbreak rock song
38	sighToukyou, kimi ga inai machi		A bittersweet 1-minute-and-3-second song, the sense of distance between our hearts.
39	Song of Sogeking (the Hero)Sogekingu to Mugiwara Shounen Shoujo Gasshoudan		Sogeking, the Melody of Courage!
40	What does “to shine brilliantly” mean?Teikoku Kissa		A youthful song by Teikoku Kissa bursting with punk vibes
41	T-shirtSanīdēi Sābisu		A classic song by Sunny Day Service, a band emblematic of Japanese rock
42	Shiritori Rock ‘n’ RollYokohama Ginbae		The exhilarating rock of Yokohama Ginbae is a magical track.
43	houseKyūso Nekokami		The popular song “Ie (Home)” from the Tama Home commercial
44	Song of the Blue CloudsMorita Kōichi		The song Seiun is a short masterpiece that resonates in the heart.
45	Bakushin bakushin bakushin shinSakura Bakushin O		A fun short song for karaoke, bakushin bakushin
46	TATARI-kun — The Cursed BoyMakishimamu Za Horumon		Short but intense: the shock of Maximum the Hormone
47	Birthday SongArai Maju		A birthday song from Maju Arai filled with gratitude
48	Her MajestyThe Beatles		The Beatles’ 23-second hidden masterpiece
49	A part-time job is waiting for you.Makihara Noriyuki		A thrilling masterpiece that portrays the part-time job experience