Recommended wake-up songs for college students: classic and popular Japanese hits
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.
Playlist
| Recommended wake-up songs for college students: classic and popular Japanese hits | |||
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| show_chart | Title | Playlist | Review |
| 1east | ChangeONE OK ROCK |  play_arrow | ONE OK ROCK new song in a Western music style |
| 2east | Tomorrow as wellSHISHAMO |  play_arrow | SHISHAMO’s “Ashita mo” is refreshing and perfect for getting ready in the morning. |
| 3east | IdeaHoshino Gen |  play_arrow | Wake up to Gen Hoshino’s refreshing song |
| 4east | Telecaster StripePorukadotto Sutingurei |  play_arrow | Morning hype rock songs |
| 5east | Listening to OliviaHanaregumi |  play_arrow | Hanaregumi covers a song by Anri |
| 6east | breakfastMrs. GREEN APPLE |  play_arrow | The 10th anniversary debut commemorative song becomes the theme for a morning show. |
| 7east | migratory bird[Alexandros] | ![migratory bird[Alexandros]](https://i.ytimg.com/vi/O_DLtVuiqhI/default.jpg) play_arrow | Introduction of a refreshing rock song for the morning |
| 8east | Step Up LOVEDAOKO × Okamura Yasuyuki |  play_arrow | Wake-up song for love-busy college students |
| 9east | Wake up!AAA |  play_arrow | A big hit as a One Piece theme song |
| 10east | LOSERYonezu Kenshi |  play_arrow | Kenshi Yonezu’s “LOSER” is suited for the morning. |
| 11east | My first kissHi-STANDARD |  play_arrow | A song that wakes you up with a punk cover |
| 12east | Nengu for you feat. Hatamoto Hiroshi, Ashigaru-senseirekishi |  play_arrow | An old-fashioned love song. Addictive lyrics and melody. |
| 13east | New Civilization EnlightenmentToukyou Jihen |  play_arrow | Let's enjoy a cheerful morning with Shiina Ringo's new song |
| 14east | Refreshing MorningShinsei Kamattechan |  play_arrow | A song that turns morning irritation into music |
| 15east | Burning LoveChe’Nelle |  play_arrow | Che'Nelle's cheer song |
| 16east | Let’s give it a tryWANIMA |  play_arrow | A song that cheers you on in your morning challenges. |
| 17east | Pixels of EmotionOkazaki Taiiku |  play_arrow | Fierce yet pleasant, a song whose meaningless lyrics make it perfect for the morning. |
| 18east | SKY’s the limitboku no ririkku no bouyomi |  play_arrow | Refreshing songs perfect for the morning |
| 19east | Wake Me Up!SPEED |  play_arrow | SPEED’s growth and changing appeal |
| 20east | Ocean ViewBAD HOP feat. YZERR, Yellow Pato, Bark & T-Pablow |  play_arrow | A refreshing hip-hop track for the morning |
| 21east | travelingUtada Hikaru |  play_arrow | Hikaru Utada’s wistful vocals and laid-back beat |
| 22east | CITY LIGHTSandymori |  play_arrow | Upbeat songs to speed up your morning routine |
| 23east | KarakahiSweet William to Aoba Ichiko |  play_arrow | Wake up to quiet music in the morning |
| 24east | Lush Life!clammbon |  play_arrow | A delightful, exciting track that's perfect for waking up in the morning. |
| 25east | RUNtofubeats |  play_arrow | Greet a stylish morning with tofubeats |
| 26east | Revivalwacci |  play_arrow | A morning anthem of encouragement, the courage to rise from suffering |
| 27east | R.Y.U.S.E.I.Sandaime Jē Sōru Burazāzu fromu Eguzairu Toraibu |  play_arrow | Cool dance music from the intro |
| 28east | KekekeYoshizawa Kayoko |  play_arrow | A refreshing morning song to listen to while removing unwanted hair. |
| 29east | Song of BeginningsŌhashi Torio |  play_arrow | A pleasant, calming ballad for the morning |
| 30east | FLASHPerfume |  play_arrow | Wake up bathed in sunlight. |
| 31east | Best Supporting ActorCreepy Nuts |  play_arrow | Wake the morning with rap and the chorus |
| 32east | JOYYU-KI |  play_arrow | A perfect track for waking up in the morning, with the comfort of a four-on-the-floor beat and an electric piano. |
| 33east | That’s good too.Wakeys |  play_arrow | Wakeys song, ending theme of an NHK program |
| 34east | Perfect-Sense DreamerONE OK ROCK |  play_arrow | Mood boost with energetic music |
| 35east | Morning of the BeginningOfisharu Higedan Dism |  play_arrow | An exhilarating masterpiece of piano rock! |
| 36east | Dream-Chasing Bengalaimyon |  play_arrow | Beloved by a wide range of generations, it has now become a national… |
| 37east | good morningFujihara Sakura |  play_arrow | Sakura Fujiwara’s song “good morn…” |
| 38east | In the morning, even the lunar surface is smiling.DISH// |  play_arrow | A refreshing song by DISH// that paints the morning sky |
| 39east | windFUNKY MONKEY BABYS |  play_arrow | A refreshing song that sings of morning hope |
| 40east | Clap Clap!!Nishino Kana |  play_arrow | A refreshing and energetic cheer song by Kana Nishino |
| 41east | StaRtMrs. GREEN APPLE |  play_arrow | Upbeat pop rock for a new chapter in life |
| 42east | together; along with; bothWANIMA |  play_arrow | WANIMA's commercial song 'Cheering Rock' |
| 43east | Song of BeginningsOhashi Takuya |  play_arrow | A heartwarming song to support your new spring life |
| 44east | lilacMrs. GREEN APPLE |  play_arrow | Mrs. GREEN APPLE’s smash hit song wins the Japan Record Award |
| 45east | AM11:00HY |  play_arrow | “AM11:00,” one of HY’s signature songs… |
| 46east | flying boatKing Gnu |  play_arrow | Listening to a cool rock song first thing in the morning… |
| 47east | InfernoMrs. GREEN APPLE |  play_arrow | After waking up refreshed, I moved with high energy... |
| 48east | Bring back that wonderful morning once moreGōruden Bonbā |  play_arrow | A masterpiece depicting Golden Bomber’s love and everyday life |
| 49east | SUNHoshino Gen |  play_arrow | “SUN,” one of Gen Hoshino’s signature songs... |
| 50east | It’s nothing at all.Fuji Kaze |  play_arrow | An intro that evokes the beginning of a play catches the eye... |
| 51east | She04 Limited Sazabys |  play_arrow | I'm looking for some refreshing rock music for my alarm. |
| 52east | In the Morning of DeterminationAqua Timez |  play_arrow | On the morning of an important day when you say, “Today’s the day!”... |
| 53east | ultra soulB’z |  play_arrow | B’z’s absolutely exhilarating masterpiece “ult…” |
| 54east | seven colorsBUMP OF CHICKEN |  play_arrow | If you want to welcome a refreshing morning, BUMP OF C... |
| 55east | Morning will come againDREAMS COME TRUE |  play_arrow | The main … of the Fuji TV drama series “Kyumei Byoto 24 Ji” (Emergency Room 24 Hours)… |
| 56east | boys&girlsKEYTALK |  play_arrow | Introduction to the characteristics of KEYTALK’s song “boys & girls” |
| 57east | ECHOLittle Glee Monster |  play_arrow | In the morning, it takes me a while to fully wake up and get out of bed... |
| 58east | Spring, Summer, Autumn, WinterLittle Glee Monster |  play_arrow | Little Glee Monster’s Four Seasons |
| 59east | In the MorningMrs. GREEN APPLE |  play_arrow | Mrs. GREEN packed with pop appeal… |
| 60east | Is that okay?RADWIMPS |  play_arrow | A track included on RADWIMPS' fourth album... |
| 61east | My Past Life, Many Lifetimes AgoRADWIMPS |  play_arrow | This song became a major hit in 2016... |
| 62east | BirdmanSEKAI NO OWARI |  play_arrow | “Birdman” is a morning a—when you want gentle encouragement... |
| 63east | OH！SHISHAMO |  play_arrow | Among SHISHAMO’s songs, the ones with positive lyrics… |
| 64east | HOT LIMITT.M.Revolution |  play_arrow | One of T.M.Revolution’s signature songs, “In…” |
| 65east | crimsonX JAPAN |  play_arrow | If you want to snap awake in an instant, try this… |
| 66east | Just a little moreYOASOBI |  play_arrow | A touch of the extraordinary that awakens in a morning just like any other is, in a way, quite… |
| 67east | Philadelphia fleabaneYOASOBI |  play_arrow | Y..., which enjoys immense support especially among the younger generation |
| 68east | equalsumika |  play_arrow | Impressive for its vibrant, powerful vocals... |
| 69east | Spring Dayaimyon |  play_arrow | Among Aimyon’s songs, this one in particular makes me feel especially happy… |
| 70east | awakeningKyūso Nekokami |  play_arrow | Perfect for people who have trouble getting up in the morning is Ki… |
| 71east | Good morningKetsumeishi |  play_arrow | A medium-tempo number with a gorgeous sonic image… |
| 72east | Rock of LightSambomasutā |  play_arrow | From the moment I wake up, with a hot rock number... |
| 73east | ShandyJenīhai |  play_arrow | Jenny High is what I want you to listen to on a languid morning... |
| 74east | Morning is coming!Mikado Akina |  play_arrow | An energetic ... that sings of the arrival of a youthful morning. |
| 75east | Wishing you a wonderful day…Imai Miki |  play_arrow | If you’re setting it as an alarm, gentle songs are best for people who prefer them… |
| 76east | Glorious morningŌhara Sakurako |  play_arrow | Sakurako Ohara’s refreshing morning theme song |
| 77east | Wake UpŌhara Sakurako |  play_arrow | The intro evokes the start of a new day… |
| 78east | hummingIkuta Rira |  play_arrow | A song whose gentle melody and positive lyrics resonate with the heart... |
| 79east | Horse and deerYonezu Kenshi |  play_arrow | The BPM is around 90, so it’s a bit on the slower side, but… |
| 80east | Have a nice dayNishino Kana |  play_arrow | The theme so... of Fuji TV’s Mezamashi TV |
| 81east | windowCRCK/LCKS |  play_arrow | The window is a perfect pop song for boosting your morning mood. |
| 82east | Song of DawnRin Oto |  play_arrow | Introducing Rin-ne’s summer-themed wake-up song |
| 83east | Loverssumika |  play_arrow | sumika's love songs I'd like to listen to in the morning |
| 84east | Revival feat. asmiwacci |  play_arrow | Wacci’s new song brings a refreshing vibe to brighten your morning |
| 85east | Become the windtsuji ayano |  play_arrow | Brighten up your day off with Ayano Tsuji’s “Kaze ni Naru” |
| 86east | Good MorningMinami |  play_arrow | A song that finds small happiness in the morning routine |
| 87east | Goodbye ElegySuda Masaki |  play_arrow | He became popular, especially among young people, as a handsome actor... |
| 88east | Song of the WheelsBUMP OF CHICKEN |  play_arrow | Speaking of BUMP OF CHICKEN, ... |
| 89east | youthful daysMr.Children |  play_arrow | Mr. Ch..., often called a national rock band, |
| 90east | You and the summer music festivalSHISHAMO |  play_arrow | It’s a very popular girls’ band. Their songs are… |
| 91east | LOVE & PEACHyuzu |  play_arrow | Yuzu, the nationally beloved male duo. They have a refreshing vibe... |
| 92east | LIFEkimaguren |  play_arrow | Kimaguren is a two-man male music duo… |
| 93east | Effeminate; overly sentimental; being clingy/whiny (context-dependent)Gōruden Bonbā |  play_arrow | Every song by Golden Bomber is unique... |
| 94east | I love you. I want you to love me.Sambomasutā |  play_arrow | A powerful image as if singing with the soul, a sa... |
| 95east | Full-Power BoySukima Suichi |  play_arrow | Songs by the popular male duo Sukima Switch are listene… |
| 96east | water lily blossomShonan no Kaze |  play_arrow | “Suirenka,” sung by Shonan no Kaze, is one of their signature songs... |
| 97east | Summer SongYUI |  play_arrow | A singer-songwriter who is extremely popular among young people... |
| 98east | three mon coinsMOROHA |  play_arrow | A quietly beginning guitar and poetry reading... |
| 99east | KiLLiNG MESiM |  play_arrow | In addition to music with a lot of hard breakdowns... |
| 100east | Recollections and the Futureasayake no ato |  play_arrow | Emotional yet with a refreshing feel... |
| 101east | Despair BillyMakishimamu Za Horumon |  play_arrow | Recommended for when you absolutely have to wake up the next day... |
| 102east | fireworksaiko |  play_arrow | aiko enjoys particularly strong support from women and… |
| 103east | Message of RougeMatsutōya Yumi |  play_arrow | This song by Yuming, also known as Yumi Matsutoya, is, well... |
| 104east | beautiful feelingsNii Akino |  play_arrow | Recommended for those who want to wake up slowly on their day off… |
| 105east | rainbow-coloredayaka |  play_arrow | A healing song of hope and courage that brightens the morning |