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[Collection of Epic Songs] A compilation of cool anime songs chosen by anime fans

Accompanist / Piano InstructorYuri
Accompanist pianist × piano instructor × web writer. I began piano lessons at age four and, inspired by my piano teacher, decided to pursue music. I went on to specialized music programs in high school and university, where I discovered the appeal of accompanying instrumentalists and singers. Currently, alongside teaching piano, I work mainly in my home region of Aichi as an accompanist for flute, voice, choir, and more. Through lessons, my students often introduce me to trending songs, and my hobby is trying anything on the piano—Japanese and Western pop, commercial jingles, and beyond. Since 2021, I’ve also been active as a web writer, covering music and a variety of other genres.
Music writer / guitarist / Certified web writing practitionerTakashi Hoshino
Drawing on over 30 years of experience with guitars and bands since my high school days, I specialize in music-related articles and have handled many feature pieces to date. While my tastes lean toward genres like hard rock and heavy metal since I first picked up the guitar, I make a point of listening to a wide range of styles, both Japanese and Western, on a daily basis. I began working as a freelance writer in 2018. I hold a Web Writing Practical Certification, and in addition to writing, I’m also studying video editing. In my private life, I’m raising an elementary school child and stay active while supporting their extracurriculars, such as parkour and dance.

“Great anime comes with great anime songs.” If you’re an anime fan, you probably know exactly what I mean.

From dedicated anisong singers to musicians active in the J-pop scene, rock bands, and hip-hop units, artists across a wide range of genres have performed anime theme songs.

It’s not uncommon for landing a theme song to be the spark that leads to a big breakthrough.

This time, we’re featuring anime songs that are nothing short of cool and blazing hot.

We’ve included tracks spanning many eras, so be sure to check out every last one!

[Legendary Tracks Assembled] A Collection of Cool Anime Songs Chosen by Anime Fans (81–90)

No, thank you!After School Tea Time

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No, thank you! After-School Tea Time

It’s the ending theme of the anime K-On!! performed by Ho-kago Tea Time.

Ho-kago Tea Time is the girls’ band formed by the main characters in the story, and the voice actresses who play them have even held live concerts, delivering vocals and performances on par with the CD recordings.

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boundary lineamazarashi

TV anime “86—Eighty-Six—” Season 2 opening sequence / amazarashi “Boundary Line”

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This work by amazarashi, a rock band known for its emotional musicality, was released in 2021 as their seventh single.

It was chosen as the opening theme for the second season of the anime “86 -Eighty Six-,” which depicts the story of boys and girls thrown into war.

It’s a solid anime song that conveys the impermanence of the world and a resolve to keep living in spite of it.

Vocalist Akita’s powerful singing seems to further drive home the message of the lyrics.

It might give you hope to live for tomorrow.

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OVERLAPKimeru

Yu-Gi-Oh! OP OVERLAP (Over-Lap)

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The aggressive intro is hot and awesome.

This song was used as the opening theme for the anime Yu-Gi-Oh! Duel Monsters.

It’s sung by Kimeru, a singer who’s also active as an actor.

It was released in 2004 as his third single.

The catchy, singable melody in the chorus is especially memorable.

Listening to it might make you want to duel.

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CHAINASCA

ASCA 'CHAIN' Music Video (#Darwin's Game)

CHAINASCA

A fast-paced, melodic rock number used as the opening theme for the anime Darwin’s Game.

Released in 2020 as the sixth single under ASCA, the solo project of singer Asuka Okura, it’s a passionate anison that declares: even if things are hard now, we’ll keep moving forward, believing in the future.

Brimming with appeal—from its dizzying shifts in structure and melodic lines to the stoic emotions conveyed through its lyrics.

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Well then,SURFACE

SURFACE – Now then

Come on, SURFACE

It’s “Sa” by SURFACE, the opening theme of the anime Mamotte Shugogetten! that aired in 1998.

This song is packed with 1990s elements, isn’t it? It became a hot topic in 2015 when the comedy duo Korokoro Chikichiki Peppers used it on King of Conte.

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COOLESTCustomiZ

TV anime “Haven’t You Heard? I’m Sakamoto” non-credit OP

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“COOLEST” is a song by the Japanese rock band CustomiZ.

It was the opening theme for the TV anime “Haven’t You Heard? I’m Sakamoto.” Built from overlapping short phrases, it has great rhythm, strong drive, and comes together as a cool, powerful track.

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[Legendary Tracks Assembled] A Collection of Cool Anime Songs Chosen by Anime Fans (91–100)

Naked HeroVaundy

Naked Hero / Vaundy: MUSIC VIDEO

Naked Hero Vaundy

Each word lined up pierces my heart.

It’s a song by singer-songwriter Vaundy, known for hits like “Hanakoi Uranai” and “Koi-kaze ni Nosete,” and it served as the lead track from his first EP released in 2022.

It was chosen as the opening theme for the anime Ranking of Kings.

The way the lyrics reflect the anime’s story, paired with the grand sense of scale in the arrangement—their harmony is outstanding.

And as you listen, you’ll find your tears start to flow naturally.

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