Gets you pumped! A curated selection of popular and classic Japanese songs perfect as background music for work
Have you ever had the experience where a song suddenly comes on and flips your switch just when you want to focus on work or studying? Work BGM isn’t just background noise—it plays a crucial role in influencing your motivation.
Japanese music in particular has tons of popular and classic tracks that naturally lift your mood and get your hands moving.
In this article, we’ll introduce plenty of recommended BGM that’s perfect to accompany your tasks.
Use it when you want to reset your mood or push through that last stretch!
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Gets You Pumped! Carefully Selected Popular and Classic Japanese Songs Perfect as Work BGM (61–70)
I want to be kinder.Saitō Kazuyoshi
This is one of the hit songs by the popular singer-songwriter Kazuyoshi Saito.
It gained attention as the theme song for the drama ‘I’m Mita, Your Housekeeper.’ With its distinctive rhythm, it could be a great choice to listen to as background music while you work.
loveHoshino Gen
It became a hot topic when it was used as the ending theme for the smash-hit drama “We Married as a Job!” (Nigeru wa Haji da ga Yaku ni Tatsu).
The singer of this song, Gen Hoshino, also starred in the drama as an actor, which rapidly boosted his nationwide recognition.
It’s an upbeat track, so try listening to it as background music while you work.
Alive A lifeMatsumoto Rika
This is a track by Rica Matsumoto, who is active as an anison singer and voice actress.
It’s popular as the opening theme for Kamen Rider Ryuki.
The powerful lyrics alone are motivating, so I recommend it as background music for getting work done.
The Toilet GodUemura Kana
This is one of Kana Uemura’s signature songs.
It’s about memories of the artist herself and her late grandmother, based on her real-life experiences as she grew up.
When it was released, it became so popular that it was considered a social phenomenon.
It’s a song that makes you want to cherish your family.
instinctShiina Ringo
This is the fourth single by singer-songwriter Ringo Sheena.
It was used as the ending theme for NTV’s program “FUN” and became a major hit.
Everything about the song—from the lyrics and vocal delivery to the music video—leaves a strong impression.
Words with sexual connotations are frequently used.
Winter is starting.Makihara Noriyuki
This is a winter song by Noriyuki Makihara, who is active as a singer-songwriter.
Although the theme is the beginning of winter, it’s a bright track, so when you have work to do, why not listen to this song to lift your spirits?
Silent majorityKeyakizaka46
This is Keyakizaka46’s debut single.
The title “Silent Majority” means “the silent masses.” Its lyrics, which carry a strong message uncommon for idols, and its military-style outfits became a hot topic, making it a major hit.
It’s a song I hope today’s young people will listen to.