On the big exam day, on the days when you might earn those credits, or those tough first-period mornings…
Here are some songs to wake up to! Listen to these tracks in the morning, and you’ll definitely feel sharp! Be sure to add them to your playlist and give them a listen.
I hope this helps you out.
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Recommended wake-up songs for college students: Classic and popular Japanese hits (1–10)
ChangeONE OK ROCK
A single by ONE OK ROCK released on February 6, 2018.
It was also used as the second commercial song for HondaJet’s “Go, Vantage Point.”, so many of you may have heard it.
The powerful, dry sound is surprisingly reminiscent of Western music.
How about adding it to your wake-up playlist?
Tomorrow as wellSHISHAMO
How about a cute girls’ band song for the morning? It’s no exaggeration to say SHISHAMO is now a girls’ band everyone knows.
Their song “Ashita mo” is fresh and perfect for the morning.
If you get ready while singing along, it feels like you’ll have a fun day all day long.
IdeaHoshino Gen
Speaking of Gen Hoshino, he’s one of Japan’s next-generation pop stars.
This song he released in August 2018 has such a refreshing vibe that it’s perfect for waking up.
In particular, the juke-like high-speed sound in the second chorus naturally pumps you up just by listening, helping you get active with energy.
Telecaster StripePorukadotto Sutingurei
On sleepy mornings, many of you probably want to crank up some rock to get pumped up! For all of you, I recommend the song “Telecaster Stripe.” Kick off your morning with this cool rock number by a band that’s popular among college students.
Listening to OliviaHanaregumi
This is a bold cover of Anri’s “Olivia o Kikinagara” by Hanaregumi, featuring Tokyo Ska Paradise Orchestra.
The upbeat off-beat backing and powerful vocals will help you wake up feeling great.
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.
migratory bird[Alexandros]
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When it comes to what makes music suitable for the morning, “freshness” is key.
And this rock song, Wataridori, is full of that refreshing vibe.
Anyone who likes Japanese rock probably knows it already, but if you haven’t heard it yet, be sure to check it out.