[Alarm Songs] Start Your Day Right! Japanese Songs That Help You Wake Up Refreshed
In the morning, there are times when you want to get up but just can’t quite do it, right?
We all want to ease smoothly into activity mode at the start of the day.
So in this article, we’ll introduce recommended Japanese songs perfect for your alarm.
Each one is a sure-fire classic to help you wake up better—whether it’s a track that boosts your energy, gets you excited, or lets you welcome the morning with a calm mind.
Kick off an amazing day with your favorite music!
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[Alarm Songs] Kickstart Your Best Day! Japanese Songs That Help You Wake Up Feeling Great (21–30)
HELLOOfisharu Higedan Dism
My top recommendation for an alarm song to start the day is Higedan’s “HELLO”! Released in 2020, the track was written as the theme song for “Mezamashi TV,” making it perfect for that exact moment you wake up.
Beyond Fujihara’s soaring vocals, the bouncy tempo and powerful beat get you excited, and the positive message makes you think, “Let’s do our best today!” Just like soaking up the sun when you wake up, letting “HELLO” wash over you as you get out of bed will fill you with a refreshing sense of clarity.
breakfastMrs. GREEN APPLE
Produced in the milestone year of their 10th anniversary, this song was released in June 2025 as the theme for Fuji TV’s information program “Sun! Shine.” Its title, symbolizing the start of the day—morning—embodies both the freshness of greeting a new dawn and the inner conflicts that waver in everyday life.
An ambitious work that blends breezy pop-rock with dance-tune elements, it also drew attention for its first full-fledged dance music video in about three years.
As a theme for a morning information show, the track is sure to gently nudge listeners as they begin their day.
Whether during your commute, on the way to school, or while getting ready in the morning, listening to it will help you kick off a new day with a positive mindset.
awakeningKyūso Nekokami
Perfect for people who struggle to wake up in the morning is Kyuso Nekokami’s “Omezame.” It’s a high-energy, up-tempo track included on their fourth mini-album, “Marmot Lab,” released in 2021.
The song was used as a PR tune for Hokkaido Television Broadcasting’s information program “Ichimoni!” It carries the message, “Go to bed early so you can wake up early,” and there was even a campaign where you could win an alarm clock featuring the band members’ voices.
Set it as your alarm and start your mornings sharp!
Have a nice dayNishino Kana
The theme song selected for Fuji TV’s Mezamashi TV is Kana Nishino’s “Have a nice day.” It’s the lead track from her 2016 album “Just LOVE,” which reached No.
1 on the Oricon chart.
The lyrics, which depict a girl’s hectic morning moments, are utterly charming.
The brisk, up-tempo feel and the alarm clock sound used as an effect make it perfect as an alarm.
Be sure to wake up early and take it easy while watching a morning TV program!
BirdmanSEKAI NO OWARI
“Birdman” is a great song to use as a gentle, encouraging morning alarm.
Created by SEKAI NO OWARI—an artist with a unique charm shaped by a fantastical worldview and exceptional pop sensibility—it was released in 2021.
It was used as the theme song for the TV program “Mezamashi 8,” and its lyrics include words that signify the start of the morning, making it a perfect fit for the beginning of your day.
With a beautiful message that resonates especially because it comes from Fukase, the song offers ongoing encouragement.
Set it as your alarm, and it will surely lighten the grogginess of waking up.
Wishing you a wonderful day…Imai Miki
If you prefer a gentle song for your alarm, I recommend Miki Imai’s “May It Be a Wonderful Day…”.
It’s a mid-tempo number that sings of a peaceful day and honest feelings, released in 2005 as the B-side to the single “Ai no Uta”.
With a pleasant brass sound and a calm rhythm, it has a charm that makes you naturally want to get moving.
It was also used as the theme song for “Mezanew” (aired from 2003 to 2014), so it’s perfect for alarms! Not only is the song itself—crafted by Tomoyasu Hotei—excellent, but Miki Imai’s gentle vocals are also lovely, making it a morning song that makes you feel like something good might happen.
windFUNKY MONKEY BABYS
A song whose refreshing melody evokes the breath of morning and whose forward-looking message, drawn from an everyday perspective, resonates in the heart.
Set to a sound that blends hip-hop and J-pop—FUNKY MONKEY BABYS’ hallmark style—it gently sings about the small joys and hopes found in daily life.
Released in November 2008 as their ninth single, it was chosen as the theme song for Fuji TV’s “Mezamashi Doyoubi,” winning over many listeners.
It’s a track beloved by a wide audience, perfect for listening to in the pleasant air of the morning.