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