Cute Anime Song Special: From the 1970s to Today!
Anison—anime songs—are a crucial element that brings color to anime.
In a sense, they’re the “face” of a series, and anison lyrics and melodies are generally tailored to fit each work.
This time, we’ve picked out tracks with especially cute vibes from among those anison.
Rather than being simply girly and cute, our ranking also leans into the emotional side.
From recent anime to bona fide classics, and even lesser-known cute anison from the past, we’ve selected songs from a variety of perspectives.
Please sit back, relax, and enjoy to the very end!
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- [Latest & Greatest] A Special Feature on Anime Songs Recommended for Teens
- [Latest & Timeless] Recommended Anime Songs for Women [All Genres]
- [Nostalgic] A roundup of anime songs and theme songs that were hits in the 1980s
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Cute Anisong Special | From the 70s to Today! (11–20)
Full of dreamsSeki Yumiko
Chibi Maruko-chan is an anime still loved not only by children but also by adults.
Its occasional sarcastic narration and the warm, human characters are part of its appeal.
When it comes to songs from Chibi Maruko-chan, many people probably think of Odoru Ponpokorin.
That song is adorable too, but the one I especially want to recommend is Yume Ippai.
It’s the opening theme from the earlier days of Chibi Maruko-chan—pure and cute—one that brings back memories of the imaginative days of childhood.
I’ll give you romanceUshio Hashimoto
The Dragon Ball classic “Romantic Ageru Yo.” Nowadays, Dragon Ball is considered the quintessential battle manga.
However, the pre-Z series—often called the original or “unmarked” Dragon Ball—while it did have battle elements, was more of an adventure story.
This song fits that adventure theme, carrying a message like, “If you’re a man, have courage and go on an adventure, okay?” You can take it as an adventure song, but it can also be seen as a cute classic about mutual affection, where the girl is waiting for the boy to confess his feelings.
i Loveazusa
Amagami is a romance anime where a male student is the protagonist and various what-if stories unfold with different heroines.
It originally started as a simulation game, but it became so popular that it was adapted into an anime.
The heroines, who are far from perfect, each have distinctive personalities that won fans in a style not often seen at the time.
The theme song for Amagami is i Love.
It has a simple melody, but azusa’s voice is so cute that many listeners may feel enveloped just by listening to it.
Sparkling DaydreamBlack Raison d’être
The light novel Chuunibyou demo Koi ga Shitai! by Torako won an Encouragement Award at the Kyoto Animation Awards, organized by Kyoto Animation.
It went on to become a hit as a light novel and was subsequently adapted into an anime.
As a well-received school romantic comedy, it became a hit across Japan.
The theme song for Chuunibyou demo Koi ga Shitai! is Sparkling Daydream, an impressive track that balances the driving energy of artcore with a sense of cuteness.
I’m a popular kid.Yano Akiko
The classic anime Crayon Shin-chan is beloved by a wide range of generations, from children to adults.
Its movies are famous for often being so profound that even adults are moved to tears.
While people tend to associate the series with the films’ image, Crayon Shin-chan is, at its core, a gag anime.
Many of the songs that appear in it are crafted to be comical and cute.
Among them, the one I especially recommend is Ora wa Ninkimono.
It’s sung by Akiko Yajima, the voice actress who played Shin-chan, and the entire piece has a uniquely charming and playful vibe.
Hamtaro Tottoko SongHamuchanzu
An anime that was a huge hit with young children in the 2000s, Hamtaro.
For people now in their mid-20s, it must feel incredibly nostalgic.
The series portrays the everyday lives of hamsters and features a variety of characters with different personalities.
The premise is cute, and the content itself is also very adorable, leaving a warm, heartwarming impression as you watch.
The theme song is extremely cute as well—especially “The Hamtaro Tottoko Song,” which, being sung by the voice actors, gives off an irresistibly cute vibe.
Cute Anime Songs Special: From the 70s to Today! (21–30)
Chu, diversity.ano
Released in November 2022, this track gained attention when it was featured as the ending theme for episode 7 of the TV anime Chainsaw Man.
Its poppy, distinctive sound inspired by Chinese motifs is captivating, and the friendly melody and catchy phrases make it a tune you can’t help but hum along to.
It’s perfect for getting hyped at karaoke with friends or for days when you need a boost.