Even beginners can play them easily on the piano! A curated selection of popular and latest J-POP songs.
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.
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Easy Piano for Beginners! A Curated Selection of Popular and New J-POP Songs (61–70)
KICK BACKYonezu Kenshi
KICK BACK was co-produced by Kenshi Yonezu and Daiki Tsuneta of King Gnu.
It was newly written as the opening theme for the TV anime Chainsaw Man and swept various Oricon and Billboard charts.
In the original key there are many black keys, so if you can find sheet music a half step higher, it will reduce them and be preferable.
In the intro, the right hand can be played using just two adjacent semitone notes, so starting there is recommended!
366 daysHY
HY’s “366 Days” depicts the longing for a loved one who has left.
From the very intro, you can already feel a heartrending tightness in your chest.
The melody spans a slightly wide range and includes intricate rhythms, but there are many parts where you can think, “This is the same rhythm as before,” or “It’s the same phrase, just an octave apart,” which should make practicing easier.
In the chorus, perform as if you’re pouring your heart out—put your emotions into it and play with all your feeling.
Marunouchi SadisticShiina Ringo
Shiina Ringo’s “Marunouchi Sadistic” has a stylish, jazzy vibe.
An acoustic version was included as the B-side to the 1998 single “Kabukicho no Joou,” and a full-band version was later featured on the 1999 album “Muzai Moratorium.” It’s a piece where not only following the notes but also conveying the atmosphere of the song is challenging.
It’s best to play the fixed parts—like the vocal melody—accurately, but for the rest, adding your own freestyle ad-libs is recommended.
If you’re not confident with ad-libbing, you can still bring out a jazz feel just by adding a few grace notes, layering neighboring tones, or inserting brief rests here and there.
Don’t give upZARD
“Make a Dash” (Makenai de), the well-known marathon cheer song from NTV’s 24-Hour Television ‘Love Saves the Earth,’ broadcast every August.
The track is memorable for the vocals of Izumi Sakai, which combine both power and clarity, and for its sound that makes courage well up from deep within.
The original tempo is on the fast side, but if you’re taking on the piano, it’s best to start practicing slowly! If you choose a simple left-hand arrangement, even beginners should be able to take on the challenge without strain.
If you approach practice with the mindset of cheering yourself on, your motivation is sure to soar!
dogwood (flowering dogwood)Hitoto Yo
A signature song by Yo Hitoto, released in February 2004.
Inspired by the September 11 attacks in the United States, the piece features lyrics that express a wish for peace and feelings for a loved one.
Set to a magnificent sound centered on piano and strings, Yo Hitoto’s distinctive voice resonates throughout.
It was used as the theme song for Nippon TV’s “Tuesday Suspense Theater” and in commercials for the Japan Racing Association, and it became beloved by many.
Its deep emotional expression and poetic lyrics speak to listeners’ hearts and offer encouragement.
The song employs the Canon chord progression, making the bass movement easy to follow and play.
It’s a bright, singable classic and a great choice as a first piano practice piece.