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In this article, I’ve put together a list of popular Japanese songs that are easy to play on guitar.
Even songs that feel difficult—like ones with complex arrangements or fast tempos—can sometimes have surprisingly simple finger movements.
It’s a playlist full of classics that are easy yet cool, exhilarating, or warm!
You could say that “simple” also means “refined.”
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[Easy Chords] Collection of Popular Japanese Songs with Easy Guitar (1–10)
A Little Love SongMONGOL800
A song by MONGOL800, a two-piece rock band known as a leading act of the youth punk boom that took off in the 2000s, yet steadfastly based in their home of Okinawa and unwavering in their activities despite trends.
With its driving arrangement and straightforward lyrics, their exhilarating punk sound is widely known not only among fans but also among many listeners.
By using a capo on the 4th fret, you can play the whole song with mostly basic chords, but since the tempo is fast and there are many chord changes, beginner guitarists should practice at a slow tempo first.
The beauty of the harmonies is also a hallmark, making it a recommended number for two people to perform as a guitar-and-vocal duet.
Ms. SeptemberRADWIMPS
A song by the four-piece rock band RADWIMPS, whose name became widely known to a broad audience thanks to the impact of their massive hit “Zenzenzense.” It’s included on their major-label debut album, “RADWIMPS 3: Mujintō ni Motteiki Wasureta Ichimai,” and features the band’s characteristically unique lyrical world and catchy, hook-filled phrases.
The tempo is slow and it uses only basic chords, with the only barre chord being Bm, which has a relatively simple shape, so even beginner guitarists can play it easily.
However, the vocals are actually more challenging than the guitar, so if you plan to perform it as a sing-and-play piece, make sure to practice the singing as well.
Young adultmakaroni enpitsu
A four-piece rock band, Macaroni Empitsu, whose impressive vocals and lyrics, along with songs that feel loose yet are intricately crafted, are gaining popularity especially among younger listeners.
This track is included on their second indie album, “hope,” and its catchy melody and light, upbeat rhythm feel great, don’t they? Just like the original, using a capo lets you play the whole song with simple chords, making it approachable even for beginners at guitar-and-vocal performances.
However, since the somewhat tricky chord C#maj7 appears in places, if chord changes are too difficult, you can substitute it with C#.
Ghost in the FlowersYorushika
A two-member male-female rock band, Yorushika, who choose not to disclose detailed profiles so that listeners focus purely on their works, released this as their third digital-only single.
The song was selected as the theme for the anime film “A Whisker Away,” and its heartrending melody and piano tones really draw you in.
Chords like Asus4 and A/C#, which can feel tricky to beginner guitarists, do appear, but if you just can’t manage the changes, it’s fine to simplify to an A chord throughout.
There are also many barre chords, but you can use simplified shapes without issue, making this a number that’s easy to perform in a singing-with-guitar style.
Dried flowersYuuri
This is the second major-label digital-only single by singer-songwriter Yuri, who made his major debut with the rock band THE BUGZY and has been active as a solo artist since the band disbanded.
The song depicts the story of his debut track, “Kakurenbo,” from a female perspective, and is also known as a massive hit with over 500 million total streams.
Among the chords that appear in the original, D/F# can be substituted with D, and D diminished with B7; the rest are mostly easy-to-hold chords, making it approachable for beginner guitarists.
As one of the signature songs of 2021, it’s a number you’ll want to add to your sing-and-play repertoire.
Magic CarpetKawasaki Takaya
A song by singer-songwriter Takaya Kawasaki, chosen as the theme for the LINE drama “My Family’s LINE Is Exhausting lol,” which became hugely popular on TikTok with over 220 million plays.
It’s included on his first album, “I believe in you,” and is also famous for putting Takaya Kawasaki’s name on the map.
By using a capo on the first fret, you can play it with simple chords overall, making it a great choice for beginner guitarists.
The diminished chord that appears partway through isn’t difficult because the tempo is slow, but since the song switches between strumming and arpeggios, be sure to practice not only your left-hand chords but also your right-hand technique.
dancerVaundy
This is the 13th digital single by singer-songwriter Vaundy, who leverages his skills as an active art school student—across music, artwork, and video—to construct his own unique world.
Despite its bass-forward arrangement and simple beat, the song features a striking, ear-catching melody.
The frequently used B7 chord can be substituted with a B chord, but since B is a barre chord, feel free to choose whichever is easier to play.
It’s a track that lets you enjoy a different expression from the original, which doesn’t feature much guitar.