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Even beginners can play them easily on the piano! A curated selection of popular and latest J-POP songs.

Graduated from a music school / 21 years of piano experiencesatomi
I began playing the piano at the age of four and spent six years at a conservatory, focusing mainly on classical music while honing my skills. In addition to solo performance, I studied extensively in chamber music and two-piano repertoire, and I had the opportunity to perform twice on stage as a soloist in piano concertos. While not to the same extent as classical, I also learned jazz and pop through practical performance. I was active as a pianist in various settings, including instrumental and vocal/choral accompaniment, performance assistance for other departments, and recording sessions. Beyond the piano, I devoted five years to the trombone in a wind ensemble. I hope to draw on these experiences to share the charm of music with many people.
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.

The piano has such a beautiful tone, and depending on how you play it, it’s a captivating instrument that can produce a grand, resonant sound.

These days, we’re seeing more videos of people casually playing popular J-pop songs at home, as well as impressively performing on street pianos.

Maybe some of you are thinking, “I want to play like that too!”

In this article, we’ll introduce easy-to-play J-pop songs on the piano—perfect for complete beginners or those who’ve just started—along with some of the latest hits.

If you want to try playing your favorite songs or expand your repertoire, be sure to use this as a reference.

Even beginners can easily play these on piano! A curated selection of popular and latest J-POP songs (71–80)

migratory bird[Alexandros]

Wataridori - [Alexandros] - [With Sheet Music] Piano Cover / Tried Playing / CANACANA

migratory bird[Alexandros]

A number that’s bursting with the exhilaration of flying through the sky: “Wataridori” by [Alexandros].

Released in 2015 as a double A-side single together with “Dracula La,” this song was chosen as the theme for the film Akegarasu.

While the A and B sections are relatively calm, it’s important to keep a solid beat and maintain the energy throughout the entire track.

Keep the rhythm tight while clearly distinguishing the A and B sections from the chorus to create dynamic contrast and a brilliant performance.

For the chorus’s lift, try playing in octaves or layering parts to enhance the impact.

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foreignerKUBOTA Saki

[Encore] An elementary school student tried playing “Ihojin” by ear / Street Piano / Japanese Golden Oldie / With Sheet Music

foreignerKUBOTA Saki

Saki Kubota’s “Ihōjin – Theme of the Silk Road” features a distinctive, exotic-tinged melody that leaves a strong impression.

Released in 1979 as her debut single, it’s a timeless classic that has been loved across generations and covered by many artists.

Since the piece alternates between sections played gently and sections with a firmly articulated rhythm, be sure to create clear contrasts so you don’t pull each other off tempo.

For the rhythmically driven parts, it’s recommended to use staccato effectively.

Like the original, play the opening as the most flamboyant section to capture the audience’s attention right from the start.

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‘Cherry’ That Even Beginners Can Definitely Play [Piano · 70% Speed]

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Cherry, Spitz’s massive hit that became a million seller with over 1.61 million copies sold.

It’s a classic of the Heisei era, with cover versions released by many artists including Masaharu Fukuyama, Sho Kiryuin, and Misato Watanabe.

The simple, quintessential Spitz melody and sound pair perfectly with the tone of the piano! Even with an arrangement featuring only left-hand bass notes and a right-hand single melody line, you can fully savor the feel of the original.

If you practice while humming along, it becomes easier to catch the subtle movements of the melody!

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Even beginners can play these easily on the piano! A curated selection of popular and latest J-POP songs (81–90)

Snow BlossomNakajima Mika

'Yuki no Hana' Snow Flower – Ru’s Piano Cover | Mika Nakashima | Cat in the Video [Sheet Music]

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Mika Nakashima’s “Yuki no Hana,” beloved as a classic winter song, was released in 2003 and became a massive hit.

It’s a timeless masterpiece in J-pop history that many artists love to cover, starting with Hideaki Tokunaga’s inclusion of it on his acclaimed cover album “VOCALIST 2.” The original is a dramatic ballad that develops from a solo piano-and-vocal opening into beautiful strings and full band sound.

Songs like this also shine in piano arrangements, and there are many relatively easy, beginner-friendly sheet music versions available.

I recommend starting by playing the melody in your right hand to feel the overwhelming beauty and poignancy of the original tune, then gradually adding the left hand as you practice.

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In conclusion

This time, we introduced J-pop songs that are easy to play on the piano and recommended for beginners, including the latest hits.

At first glance, all of the songs may look difficult, but there are plenty of videos and sheet music with simplified arrangements.

If you practice steadily, you’ll surely be able to play them even if you’ve only just started the piano! Pick your favorite song and give it a try.