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 (71–80)
dissonanceKeyakizaka46
This is a single by the popular idol group Keyakizaka46.
Rather than the cute sound you might imagine from an idol song, it defies expectations in a good way with a strong, message-driven feel.
It still retains the charm of an idol track, so give it a listen while you’re working.
contrailArai Yumi
It’s the first album by Yumi Arai, known as Yuming.
The song was released in 1973, but it remains a beloved classic that continues to be sung today.
It drew renewed attention when it was used as the theme song for Studio Ghibli’s 2013 film The Wind Rises.
moonlightOnitsuka Chihiro
It’s Chihiro Onitsuka’s second single.
When you think of Chihiro Onitsuka, this is the song that comes to mind.
It was used as the theme song for the drama “TRICK” and became a major hit.
The lyrics are characterized by a somewhat dark, uniquely atmospheric worldview.
Beer and puddingRemioromen
This is a song performed by Remioromen, a three-piece rock band currently on hiatus.
Remioromen is famous for songs like “Powder Snow” and “March 9,” but I’d like to recommend “Beer and Pudding” as a hidden gem.
It sings about the slow, everyday life of a man and woman living together.
HeroFUNKY MONKEY BABYS
This is a song by FUNKY MONKEY BABYS, a music group that disbanded despite being much loved.
It’s an encouragement song dedicated to hardworking fathers.
When you have to get tasks done at work, listening to this track will surely lift your spirits and make you feel ready to give it your all.
Love SongGReeeeN
It’s one of the hit songs by the popular music group GReeeeN.
Since it was a huge hit, many of you have probably heard it.
It’s become a karaoke staple, but I’d also recommend it as a track for background music while working.
Tomorrow never knowsMr.Children
It’s Mr.
Children’s sixth single.
Despite being released in 1994, it remains a classic with enduring popularity.
The title means “the future is uncertain,” and the lyrics, which convey a slightly dark tone, are really great.