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[2026] A Compilation of Anisong Duets [Male-Female & Same-Gender]

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Editor-in-Chief, RAG MUSICKeisuke Hane
Editor-in-chief of RAG MUSIC. JFC-certified fact-checker. After working in a music studio and handling wedding sound, joined the RAG MUSIC editorial team in 2016. Experienced with a variety of instruments: marching band in elementary school, clarinet in junior high school wind ensemble, and drums in a band from high school onward. Drawing on my own musical activities and the experience gained through my work, I produce daily articles, including various song introductions, features on music festivals around the country, and live reports. In music, I enjoy not only rock from Japan and abroad but, lately, a wide range of J-pop as well.

Anime is now one of the cultural phenomena Japan can proudly share with the world as part of its pop culture.

The anime songs that color these scenes are no longer just for anime fans! Chances are, your favorite artist or band has also done a theme song for an anime at some point.

In this article, we’ll focus specifically on duet songs among popular anime tracks.

While duets traditionally mean a male-female pair, this time we’ll also include songs by two men and two women.

Feel free to use this as a guide when you’re looking for songs to sing at karaoke!

Anison/Character Song Duets (61–70)

Ponyo on the CliffFujioaka Fujimaki & Nozomi Ohashi

Ponyo: Ponyo on the Cliff by the Sea

Ponyo on the Cliff by the Sea — Fujimaki Fujioka & Nozomi Ohashi

Watch 'Gake no Ue no Ponyo (Ponyo on the Cliff by the Sea) by Fujioka Fujimaki & Nozomi Ohashi' on YouTube

This song, known as the ending theme of Studio Ghibli’s film Ponyo on the Cliff by the Sea, is a duet between an adult and a child.

Listening to it makes you feel warm and gentle.

It’s an easy tune to remember, so you might find yourself humming along after just one listen! How about choosing it for a parent-child karaoke session?

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HEART & SOULEMILIA with BASARA NEKKI

Macross 7 – Heart and Soul

HEART & SOULEMILIA with BASARA NEKKI

This exhilarating, powerful-voiced song is HEART & SOUL from Macross 7: The Galaxy’s Calling Me! Sung by the duo EMILIA with BASARA NEKKI, it’s widely hailed by aficionados as a masterpiece.

Want to see if you can recreate the high-level vocals of these two? Try it at karaoke!

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Night of the full moon and silhouettesBocchan (CV: Natsuki Hanae), Alice (CV: Ayumi Mano)

TV anime 'The Duke of Death and His Maid' opening sequence (Bocchan [CV: Natsuki Hanae] & Alice [CV: Ayumi Mano] / A Night of Full Moon and Silhouettes)

Full Moon and Silhouettes: The Night — Bocchan (CV: Natsuki Hanae), Alice (CV: Ayumi Mano)

Watch “Moonlit Night of Silhouettes: Young Master (CV: Natsuki Hanae) and Alice (CV: Ayumi Mano)” on YouTube

A duet song by Bocchan and Alice, characters from the anime “The Duke of Death and His Maid.” The lyrics reflect the story, expressing the frustration of wanting to touch but being unable to, as well as their growing feelings for each other.

The piano-driven sound is striking, conveying both the series’ worldview and a sense of poignancy.

It’s an anime song with a bittersweet yet adorable atmosphere that conveys the relationship between the two within the story.

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Koi-kogaremilet×MAN WITH A MISSION

milet × MAN WITH A MISSION 'Koi Kogare' Music Video (TV anime 'Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba' Swordsmith Village Arc ending theme)

Koikogare milet × MAN WITH A MISSION

The anime Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba – Swordsmith Village Arc is beloved by a wide range of generations.

Its ending theme, “Koi Kogare,” was created by milet and MAN WITH A MISSION.

It’s a rock track centered around guitar, with lyrics that portray the protagonist’s courage in the face of hardship.

Also, milet’s parts are mostly higher in pitch, while MAN WITH A MISSION’s parts are lower, so try dividing the vocal parts with that in mind when you sing.

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HOLLOW HUNGEROxT

TV Anime “Overlord IV” Non-Credit OP Video [OxT “HOLLOW HUNGER”]

HOLLOW HUNGEROxT

HOLLOW HUNGER is a song that captures the grand world and dark atmosphere of the popular anime Overlord IV.

It’s performed by the male unit OxT, known for creating numerous anime theme songs.

While there are challenging sections—such as the chorus that uses high notes—mastering them could bring the two of you closer together.

The non-credit opening sequence posted on YouTube has also been getting attention, so be sure to watch it as well.

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Bright FutureMay J with Daichi Miura

May J. / A Shining Future with Daichi Miura (from “May J. sings Disney” [released 2015.11.04])

Shining Future May J with Daichi Miura

This is an overwhelming duet number by two of Japan’s leading vocalists, May J.

and Daichi Miura.

Their dreamy voices perfectly match the beautiful melody and really bring the world of the song to life.

It’s such a luxurious collaboration.

Perhaps because it’s an insert song from the Disney film Tangled, it feels as if a real princess and prince are singing.

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Let's Be the Protagonist! feat. Airi SuzukiMasayoshi Oishi

MasaYoshi Oishi – Let's Be the Protagonist! feat. Airi Suzuki [Official Video]

Let's Be the Protagonist! feat. Airi Suzuki, Masayoshi Oishi

A refreshing duet song presented by Masayoshi Oishi and Airi Suzuki.

Their harmonies blend their distinct personalities beautifully, creating a comfortable sound that lifts your spirits.

With a gentle message about the importance of living true to yourself and a melody brimming with euphoria, the song is a perfect match.

Chosen as the opening theme for the TV anime “Sky-Blue Utility,” airing from January 2025, it vividly captures the series’ golf-themed worldview.

This track is perfect for those moments when you want to sing with someone at karaoke.

As you encourage each other and layer your voices, your bond is sure to grow even stronger.

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