Classic Japanese rock songs recommended for women
Japanese rock music captivates us with melodies that embrace the heart and vocals that stir the soul.
From B’z’s catchy sound to back number’s delicate depictions of love and L’Arc~en~Ciel’s spectacular stage presence, each artist weaves a musical world as colorful as a kaleidoscope.
Powerful vocals and deeply relatable lyrics are sure to become that one special song that stays close to your heart.
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Classic Japanese rock songs recommended for women (31–40)
Marunouchi SadisticToukyou Jihen
Tokyo Jihen is a band led by Sheena Ringo.
As the title of this song suggests, it has a sadistic, aggressive band sound, and it has many fans of all genders.
I think there are many women who say, “I love Sheena Ringo’s world.” Their stylish charm is always wonderful to see.
TRAIN-TRAINTHE BLUE HEARTS
The Blue Hearts were the core presence that ignited the punk rock boom at the time.
Their music is incredibly straightforward.
With a mix of wonderful lyrics and punk, they became so popular that fans flocked to their appeal.
I feel like I witnessed a new form of rock that only they could express.
I’d love for everyone—regardless of gender—to listen at least once.
At the end of love, cherry blossoms flutter downSECONDWALL
This is a SECONDWALL song that overlays the fleetingness of a love coming to an end onto a beautiful scene of cherry blossoms fluttering down.
Blending in a male perspective, the lyrics evoke the bittersweetness of first love and the loneliness of parting, making your chest tighten without you even realizing it.
Vocalist YUKA’s voice, which combines clarity with strength, resonates deeply as it intertwines with the heartrending melody.
The track was included as the lead song on the mini-album “OVER,” released in April 2016, and was later featured on the album “Beautiful Lie.” It’s also known for being the theme song of the FOD original drama “I’ll Surely Fall in Love with You Again Tomorrow.” This is a song that gently envelops the hearts of those who want to cherish a past love as a beautiful memory.
THE DAYPorunogurafiti
PornoGraffitti is famous for their high vocal range, and I think “THE DAY” is one of their highest songs, especially at the top end.
The tempo is quite fast too, so if you’re going to sing it, it’ll be tough to keep up unless you really memorize the song first.
Also, vocalist Okano mostly uses chest voice and belts the high notes in his natural voice, but the highest note at the end of the chorus, C#5, is in falsetto.
That switch is so cool, isn’t it? Since the song is up-tempo, if you’re not comfortable with high notes, I recommend lowering the key by one or two steps instead of starting in the original key.
Rather than focusing on pitch at first, start by getting used to the speed! You might get caught up in just getting the notes out, but don’t forget to breathe!
My Past Life, Many Lifetimes AgoRADWIMPS
RADWIMPS, who broke through with the film “Your Name.” Even their pre-major-label songs, when you listen to them, are all deeply moving, and I felt their worldview has remained unchanged since the early days.
The fantastical world woven by their delicate lyrics and brilliant melodies captivates listeners.
Classic Japanese rock songs recommended for women (41–50)
The curtain risesback number
This is a song by back number, written as the theme for the film TOKYO MER: Mobile Emergency Room – Nankai Mission, scheduled for release in August 2025.
Even while carrying fear and inner conflict, you steel yourself and move forward for someone else.
The lyrics, which mirror the film’s theme with the tense feelings right before stepping onto the stage, are particularly striking.
On the sound side, with Takeshi Kobayashi as producer, it’s been crafted into a weighty, large-scale ballad.
When you’re anxious or on the verge of breaking, this music will be there to save you.
VanillaGACKT
GACKT, who originated from the visual band Malice Mizer and is now a top artist captivating women’s hearts with his unique worldview and beauty.
He’s not just cool—his occasional playful side is also part of what makes him such a popular artist.