Recommended cheer-up songs for women: classic and popular Japanese hits
From timeless classics to the latest hits.
Bright, poppy, and irresistibly cute—the essence of J-POP!
A collection of Japanese cheer-up songs, mainly by female artists.
Among them is the hugely popular “Santaro & Oni-chan” for women—uh-oh!
For the rest, you’ll have to read the article to find out…
Playlist
| Recommended cheer-up songs for women: classic and popular Japanese hits | |||
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| show_chart | Title | Playlist | Review |
| 1east | You Got Thism-flo |  play_arrow | An upbeat song that m-flo created as a trio for the first time in a while. |
| 2east | ultra-strongestChou Tokimeki♡Sendenbu |  play_arrow | A motivational cheer song to boost your study spirit, by Cho Tokimeki♡Sendenbu |
| 3east | Ultramarine DaysToukyou Jihen |  play_arrow | Ringo Sheena is writing a song for her bandmates. |
| 4east | Can You Keep A Secret?Utada Hikaru |  play_arrow | Hikaru Utada, a songstress representing Japan |
| 5east | OutsiderAwesome City Club |  play_arrow | A song about the courage to stay true to yourself |
| 6east | Easy Breezychelmico |  play_arrow | chelmico’s cheer song is gaining attention along with the anime |
| 7east | HappinessAI |  play_arrow | A Japanese singer popular for their diverse musicality |
| 8east | Easy★RiderOkuda Tamio |  play_arrow | Tamio Okuda becomes independent from Unicorn and starts a solo career. |
| 9east | 99 Steps feat. Kohjiya, Hana HopeSTUTS |  play_arrow | An inspiring song that gives you a push, from the Pocari Sweat commercial |
| 10east | IdeaHoshino Gen |  play_arrow | Gen Hoshino’s cheering song: a track to listen to when you’re feeling down |
| 11east | ROSEHANA |  play_arrow | A song that overcomes adversity and sings of self-affirmation |
| 12east | TimingBlack Biscuits |  play_arrow | Black Biscuits was born from a popular variety show. |
| 13east | I’m The ChampionAI |  play_arrow | An AI fight song ignites the athletes' fighting spirit |
| 14east | LIFEkimaguren |  play_arrow | Kimaguren: A Japanese musical duo |
| 15east | Scarred ChampionMISIA & Rockon Social Club |  play_arrow | MISIA’s cheering rock song |
| 16east | Banzai ~ So glad I loved you ~Urufuruzu |  play_arrow | Ulfuls is a Japanese rock band. |
| 17east | I’ve Got the PowerAbe Mao |  play_arrow | Mao Abe showcases her powerful vocals in her new song |
| 18east | The world calls it love.Sambomasutā |  play_arrow | A three-member band rooted in punk rock |
| 19east | In progress (experiment ongoing)Shiina Ringo |  play_arrow | Use yourself as a test subject and freely take on challenges! |
| 20east | You don’t have to put on a brave face until dawn.Nogizaka 46 |  play_arrow | The courage to accept yourself as you are, without trying to be something you're not. |
| 21east | A quiet legendTakeuchi Mariya |  play_arrow | A heartwarming anthem cheering on those who stay true to their beliefs |
| 22east | LookbookBoA |  play_arrow | A positive song that turns fashion into confidence |
| 23east | Kiss me right nowLINDBERG |  play_arrow | LINDBERG is a popular Japanese rock band. |
| 24east | Even when I become an old ladyMoritaka Chisato |  play_arrow | Chisato Moritaka is a Japanese musician and television personality. |
| 25east | Prologue to TomorrowHanzaki Yoshiko |  play_arrow | Yoshiko Hanzaki’s songs are hopes that warmly embrace the heart. |
| 26east | At all times.Makihara Noriyuki |  play_arrow | Noriyuki Makihara sings about everyday life and delivers uplifting music. |
| 27east | giftRADWIMPS |  play_arrow | NHK morning drama theme song, hope and warmth |
| 28east | STARTLiNEYaita Hitomi |  play_arrow | Lively Hitomi Yaida performs the support song for the Soccer World Cup. |
| 29east | AmbitiousSuperfly |  play_arrow | An encouraging cheer song that delivers courage and hope |
| 30east | rainbow-coloredayaka |  play_arrow | An anthem of encouragement that overcomes hardship and paints hope |
| 31east | Bring it on, spring.non |  play_arrow | Non-san’s youth cheer song |
| 32east | You’re My Only Shinin’ StarNagayama Miho |  play_arrow | A romantic ballad that vows love under the moonlit night |
| 33east | Stars on EarthNakajima Miyuki |  play_arrow | A musical piece of respect and inspiration for the unnamed people |
| 34east | PRIDEImai Miki |  play_arrow | A cheerleading love song that turns a secret love into pride |
| 35east | Bad Bitch AestheticsAwich, NENE, LANA & MaRI |  play_arrow | A breathtaking collaborative track celebrating the strength of women |
| 36east | Love MyselfCrystal Kay |  play_arrow | An anthem that celebrates self-affirmation and positivity |
| 37east | NO MORE CRYD-51 |  play_arrow | Origin of the J-POP male duo D-51 |
| 38east | WOW WAR TONIGHT ~Sometimes You Gotta Make a MovementH Jungle with T |  play_arrow | Downtown and Tetsuya Komuro’s smash hit song |
| 39east | Love MySelfIS:SUE |  play_arrow | A motivational song about believing in yourself |
| 40east | this very momentLittle Glee Monster |  play_arrow | Little Glee Monster’s new song lifts the spirit with beautiful harmonies |
| 41east | ParadiseNiziU |  play_arrow | An anthem that celebrates staying true to yourself |
| 42east | DiamondsPRINCESS PRINCESS |  play_arrow | Princess Princess is a girl rock band that represents Japan. |
| 43east | Dream FighterPerfume |  play_arrow | A hopeful support song for moving toward your dreams |
| 44east | CRAZY GONNA CRAZYTRF |  play_arrow | Representative songs of TRF, danceable tracks |
| 45east | SuperBloomTrySail |  play_arrow | TrySail's new song makes me feel positive. |
| 46east | Swaying feelingsZARD |  play_arrow | Izumi Sakai, the songstress of ZARD, moves people with her powerful vocals. |
| 47east | Tears-kun, good morning again today!ano |  play_arrow | ano's new song has been chosen for a Tamagotchi commercial |
| 48east | Everything becomes my strength!kuzu |  play_arrow | The duo unit HIRO & ANIKI makes their music debut. |
| 49east | My happiness is mine to decide!kohanaramu |  play_arrow | Kohanaramo’s new song is a pop tune that values being true to oneself. |
| 50east | beautiful womanchanmina |  play_arrow | A moving song that conveys inner beauty |
| 51east | single bedSha ran Q |  play_arrow | A music band formed by five Kinki University students |
| 52east | omnidirectional beautynozomi |  play_arrow | A pop song that portrays Noshii’s true self |
| 53east | JUMPŌhara Sakurako |  play_arrow | A support song commemorating the 10th anniversary of their debut |
| 54east | I can’t stay a daydreaming girlAikawa Nanase |  play_arrow | Hit song 'SUPER NOVA RACING' makes its first appearance on the Kōhaku Uta Gassen |
| 55east | rainbowFukuyama Masaharu |  play_arrow | Masaharu Fukuyama’s captivating singing voice and musicality |
| 56east | AlrightNishino Kana |  play_arrow | Kana Nishino’s cheer song that encourages people who are doing their best |
| 57east | tomorrowNoda Megumi |  play_arrow | A ballad that portrays a heartbreaking emotion with a gentle singing voice |
| 58east | Flash GirlToukyou Jihen |  play_arrow | A masterpiece that sings of independence and a strong will to live |
| 59east | StoryAI |  play_arrow | AI's signature song, Story, brings healing and hope. |
| 60east | Someday, these tearsLittle Glee Monster |  play_arrow | A powerful song that supports people pursuing their dreams |
| 61east | WomanSuperfly |  play_arrow | A powerful message depicting women's inner strength |
| 62east | Azure Swimnishina |  play_arrow | An introduction to nishina’s moving song |
| 63east | Over LoadNakajima Mika |  play_arrow | The empowering force of Mika Nakashima’s songs for women |
| 64east | JUMPIkuta Rira |  play_arrow | Lila Ikuta, World Cup Cheer Song “JUMP” |
| 65east | Let me give you a songTakeuchi Mariya |  play_arrow | Mariya Takeuchi’s cheering song warms the heart |
| 66east | Everyone is a heroAI |  play_arrow | A cheerful 'Straw Turkey' song sung by AI |
| 67east | At dawn again today, with cherry blossoms dancingCHiCO with HoneyWorks |  play_arrow | A masterpiece with CHiCO’s bright singing voice that resonates in the heart |
| 68east | Because you’re my hero.LiSA |  play_arrow | A positive, encouraging message for an anime theme song |
| 69east | So, you are not alone.Little Glee Monster |  play_arrow | The ending theme song of My Hero Academia |
| 70east | YAMABIKONakamura Emi |  play_arrow | NakamuraEmi’s relatable lyrics and powerful message |
| 71east | OH!SHISHAMO |  play_arrow | SHISHAMO’s cheer song gives your mood a boost. |
| 72east | Soul RevolutionSuperfly |  play_arrow | Powerful songs by Superfly that resonate with the heart |
| 73east | LOVE 2000hitomi |  play_arrow | Hitomi's exhilarating, fast-paced pop song |
| 74east | Letter ~Dear You at Fifteen~Anjura Aki |  play_arrow | A Letter to My Future Self: A Song of Hope and Growth |
| 75east | Nostalgic FutureKamishiraishi Mone |  play_arrow | The 100th Championship Cheer Song, The Song of Courage and Hope |
| 76east | Go for it!Nakajima Miyuki |  play_arrow | Miyuki Nakajima’s cheer song conveys a strong will. |
| 77east | pupilŌhara Sakurako |  play_arrow | High school soccer cheer song, conveying gratitude and courage to teammates |
| 78east | Get fired upDaikoku Maki |  play_arrow | Maki Ohguro’s Olympic cheer song |
| 79east | TOMORROWMayo Okamoto |  play_arrow | An encouraging cheer song that urges you to look forward and do your best |
| 80east | Don’t give up on your dreamsOkamura Takako |  play_arrow | Akiko Okamura’s cheer song that conveys hope |
| 81east | TouchIwasaki Yoshimi |  play_arrow | “Touch” is a classic theme song from a coming-of-age baseball anime. |
| 82east | NIPPONShiina Ringo |  play_arrow | Ringo Sheena’s soccer broadcast theme song “NIPPON” |
| 83east | I want to be a woman.Hamano Haruki |  play_arrow | Haruki Hamano's new song supports women's ways of living. |
| 84east | My Love Your LoveWatanabe Misato |  play_arrow | Olympic theme song, a masterpiece that conveys hope and inspiration |
| 85east | Have a nice dayNishino Kana |  play_arrow | Kana Nishino’s morning theme song, Feeling Great |
| 86east | Live beautifullytakane no nadeshiko |  play_arrow | A cheer song of dreams and hopes for the unattainable Nadeshiko |
| 87east | HeroAmuro Namie |  play_arrow | Namie Amuro’s powerful song, the hope to keep walking forward |
| 88east | As many times as you likeDREAMS COME TRUE |  play_arrow | Many songs that make your heart flutter just by listening… |
| 89east | Strong WomanPUSHIM |  play_arrow | A ballad grounded in reggae has exquisitely... |
| 90east | Believetwenty4-7 |  play_arrow | It stayed on Japan’s music charts for a long time… |
| 91east | Heart BeatKato Miria |  play_arrow | Specializing in a danceable track approach... |
| 92east | Blue BirdHamasaki Ayumi |  play_arrow | A world with a refreshing vibe and smooth yet powerful... |
| 93east | Effeminate; overly sentimental; being clingy/whiny (context-dependent)Gōruden Bonbā |  play_arrow | When it comes to hype songs, the first one that comes to mind is... |
| 94east | I wanted to see you.AKB48 |  | Now reigning at the pinnacle as a national idol... |
| 95east | Shangri-LaChatmonchy |  play_arrow | Chatmonchy is a band from Tokushima. |
| 96east | My wayDef Tech |  play_arrow | A reggae duo from Hawaii and Tokyo |
| 97east | Tomorrow never knowsMr.Children |  play_arrow | A nationally beloved band that broke through in the ’90s |
| 98east | Blue BenchSasuke |  play_arrow | Sasuke is a male duo from Saitama. |
| 99east | God of RomanceHirose Kōmi |  play_arrow | A lovepop song about looking for guys at a group blind date |
| 100east | POISON ~In a world like this where you can’t even say what you want~Sorimachi Takashi |  play_arrow | Takashi Sorimachi’s hit song kept him out of the Kouhaku due to an incident |
| 101east | SWEET 19 BLUESAmuro Namie |  play_arrow | Originally from Okinawa, scouted at a school and became a singer |
| 102east | one thing or anotherFujii Takashi |  play_arrow | Their debut song was a big hit, leading to an appearance on the Kouhaku Uta Gassen. |
| 103east | Tomorrow as wellSHISHAMO |  play_arrow | SHISHAMO's heart-touching pop song |
| 104east | FriendsREBECCA |  play_arrow | Pioneering female-vocal band Rebecca influences the music scene. |
| 105east | I want to take only you away just like this.DEEN |  play_arrow | DEEN’s first hit song, also featured in a commercial |