[Hit Songs] A Special Feature on Japanese Karaoke Tracks Recommended for Business Entertaining

HOWEVERGLAY

GLAY / HOWEVER

Speaking of GLAY’s songs, they span from energetic numbers to moving ballads, and many are easy to sing at karaoke—so it can be tough to choose.

If you want to share a touching moment across generations at a work karaoke with your boss, their signature ballad released in August 1997 is a great pick.

This majestic, stirring track conveys unwavering devotion to a loved one and a strong determination for the two to overcome any hardship together.

TERU’s emotive vocals further elevate the tender yet warm message.

It topped the Oricon charts, sold over a million copies, and was later used as the ending theme for a TBS drama, so many people are sure to recognize it.

As a timeless love song cherished across generations, it’s sure to create a warm atmosphere.

BEYOND THE TIME (Beyond the Möbius Universe)TM NETWORK

BEYOND THE TIME (Beyond the Möbius Universe) -2025 Version-

Transcending its role as the theme song for the 1988 film Mobile Suit Gundam: Char’s Counterattack, BEYOND THE TIME (Möbius no Sora wo Koete) is widely known as one of TM NETWORK’s signature masterpieces.

Tetsuya Komuro’s grand yet catchy melody and Takashi Utsunomiya’s heartrending, powerful vocals truly move the listener.

Notably, it was also used as an insert song in the June 2025 broadcast of Mobile Suit Gundam GQuuuuuuX, testifying to a timeless appeal that crosses generations.

At karaoke, if you sing it with an awareness of its epic scale, you’re sure to get the crowd going!

Beat de TouhiHama iku

Hamaiku – Escape with the Beat [MV]

It’s a song filled with positive energy that blows away everyday little frustrations and boredom with a pleasant rhythm.

The lyrics, infused with songwriter meiyo’s belief that “music is an escape,” gently resonate with listeners and invite empathy.

The harmony woven by the distinctive duo—Ryuichi Hamaya from Kamaitachi and Erika Ikuta—is also captivating.

Released in November 2022, this piece is the debut track of a unit born from NHK’s music program Venue101, and they also appeared in a special segment of that year’s Kōhaku Uta Gassen, drawing attention from viewers at home.

Its up-tempo, catchy melody is sure to liven the mood even at karaoke with your boss, and if you add the simple, TikTok-familiar choreography, it’s guaranteed to be fun across generations.

innocent worldMr.Children

Mr.Children 「innocent world」 MUSIC VIDEO

Renowned as a refreshing yet powerful message song, this piece is one of Mr.

Children’s signature tracks.

It sings about the importance of pursuing a pure heart and dreams amidst life’s complexities, offering a warm push to those who listen.

Released as a single in June 1994, it became the band’s first to top the Oricon weekly chart and also ranked No.

1 for the year.

Widely known as a theme for a Japan Coca-Cola commercial, it went on to win the Grand Prize at the 36th Japan Record Awards.

Beloved across generations, this classic is a foolproof pick for workplace karaoke.

The chorus is easy for everyone to sing, guaranteed to create a sense of unity—so be sure to add it to your repertoire.

The Door to SummerMatsuda Seiko

The Door to Summer

It’s a timeless classic with an irresistible melody that feels like the arrival of summer and makes your heart skip with excitement! Seiko Matsuda’s bubbly, fresh vocals give you energy just by listening, and you can’t help but hum along.

Released in April 1981, this song was performed when Seiko Matsuda made her first appearance on NHK’s Kōhaku Uta Gassen that same year, making it a definitive track from her early career.

It was also used in a commercial for the snack “Ekubo,” bringing her refreshing voice to households across the country.

Pick it for office karaoke or any cross-generational get-together when you want a bright, lively mood—everyone’s sure to have fun!