Timeless hit songs everyone knows across generations! Guaranteed crowd-pleasers that get everyone singing and pumped up.
Among the countless songs overflowing in Japan, what kind of songs are known by everyone, regardless of gender or generation?
We’ve gathered timeless classics that everyone—from children to the elderly—knows and can sing across generations!
Songs you’ve heard not just once, but over and over on TV or out in the city.
Songs you always sing when you go to karaoke.
Songs that colored your youthful days.
Theme songs from blockbuster dramas and movies.
Songs you’ll definitely recognize as soon as you hear them, even if you don’t know the title or artist, and more…
We’ll introduce songs that the whole family can enjoy—both listening to and singing!
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Beloved classics known across generations! Surefire songs that get everyone singing and hyped (1–10)
A Cruel Angel’s ThesisTakahashi Yoko
It’s the theme song of the national hit anime Neon Genesis Evangelion.
It features Yoko Takahashi’s powerful vocals, a rhythmic melody, and lyrics that perfectly match the anime’s content.
It’s easy to remember, so it consistently ranks in the top 10 on karaoke charts.
These days, it’s a song everyone knows—let’s all sing it and have fun together.
astronomical observationBUMP OF CHICKEN
The song that overwhelmingly made the name BUMP OF CHICKEN widely known is Tentai Kansoku.
A TV drama with the same title as the song was also aired, sparking a major boom.
Since BUMP OF CHICKEN remains popular even now, this is a track that continues to be listened to today.
Incidentally, while the music video has been released, it doesn’t seem to be available on karaoke and the like.
It’s a belting, sing-your-heart-out kind of song, so it’s fun to join forces and sing it together.
cherry (sweet cherry; cherry fruit)Otsuka Ai
This song, which sings about the sweet relationship between lovers, is known as one of Ai Otsuka’s signature works.
It expresses the desire to always be together like cherries, symbolically depicting the depth of affection.
Released in December 2003, the track has been included on the album LOVE PUNCH and the best-of album Ai am BEST, and has been loved for many years.
Also used as a cheer song for high school baseball, it’s characterized by a bright and energetic mood and is popular at karaoke.
It’s a recommended tune when you want to sing along and get pumped up with family and friends.
Timeless hits everyone knows across generations! Guaranteed crowd-pleaser sing-along songs (11–20)
StoryAI
An AI whose deep voice and vocal prowess made her popular.
The song that brought her name to the world is “Story.” Its message—“People can’t live alone; there’s always someone by your side”—inspires you to cherish that person.
Not only is it a karaoke favorite, but it’s also easy to sing for women with lower voices, making it a great song for everyone to enjoy together.
At all times.Makihara Noriyuki
Noriyuki Makihara is a singer-songwriter who represents Japan and has written songs for many artists, including SMAP.
His signature song “Donna Toki mo” (No Matter When) is a classic loved by many people living through the times.
It speaks for young people who want to live true to their own feelings.
It’s also a karaoke favorite and continues to be beloved by a wide range of people, from the young to the old.
Senbonzakura feat. Hatsune MikuKurousa-P
Senbonzakura is a masterpiece that broadened the Vocaloid genre.
Its melodies and lyrical world—unlike anything in J-Pop at the time—captured the hearts of many internet users.
Crafted to make you want to sing it yourself, it remains a beloved classic in karaoke today.
It’s great fun to sing solo or with friends, which is another big plus.
Lovers AgainEXILE
Set in a winter city, this moving song portrays lingering feelings for a former lover and a wish to reunite.
Amid the first snowfall, it depicts the protagonist bound by a past romance while hinting at hopes for new love, resonating deeply with listeners.
Released in January 2007 as EXILE’s 22nd single, it was also featured in commercials for au’s “LISMO” and FUJITSU’s “FMV.” It’s a perfect track for looking back on a love that has passed.