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A refreshing song. J-pop that helps refresh your mood.

When you hear “refreshing songs,” what kind of tracks come to mind?

Whether it’s an energetic up-tempo tune or a relaxed song with a comfortable acoustic guitar, there are so many options that can help you feel great throughout the day!

Here, we’ve carefully selected and will introduce some irresistibly refreshing numbers.

They’re perfect for a mood reset or as the first song to start your day, and they also make great companions for crisp mornings or wonderfully sunny days—be sure to give them a listen.

Wishing you a refreshing day!

Refreshing songs: J-POP that lifts your mood (91–100)

Stars overtaking meToukyou Sukapara Daisu Ookesutora

Tokyo Ska Paradise Orchestra, the ska band affectionately known as “Skapara.” They’ve produced numerous hits, including Beautiful Burning Forest featuring guest vocalist Tamio Okuda.

While catchy phrases like in that song are a hallmark of their sound, Oikoshiteku Hoshi is another track that shines with a similarly poppy vibe.

Written as the theme song for Kyoto Racecourse, which reopened in April 2023, this piece brims with an exhilarating sense of speed that perfectly matches the image of horse racing!

BlissfulBE:FIRST

BE:FIRST / Blissful -Music Video-
BlissfulBE:FIRST

With its fresh, hope-filled vibe, this track feels like it could blow away the summer heat.

The uptempo rhythm and light, catchy melody are delightful, and you can feel the positive energy radiating from the seven members of BE:FIRST.

Released as a pre-streamed single from the August 2024 album “2:BE,” it also drew attention as a tie-in song for Docomo’s ahamo service.

The lyrics liken life to a playground, celebrating the joy of having fun while valuing friendship and bonds.

The music video, shot in New York, is a must-see.

It’s a song I’d especially recommend to anyone about to take a new step forward.

Refreshing songs: J-POP that will refresh your mood (101–110)

Look into my eyes now.Base Ball Bear

Base Ball Bear – Look into My Eyes Now
Look into my eyes now.Base Ball Bear

Speaking of Base Ball Bear, they’re a band known for their refreshing vibe! This track, too—the crisp, choppy guitar riff from the intro feels so good, right? And Yusuke Shoji’s cool vocals are incredibly fresh, aren’t they? Including the supporting chorus lines, I think it all comes together in an ultra-refreshing finish.

They have other tracks that are just as clean and revitalizing, so definitely give them a listen.

Hello, KagerouGReeeeN

This is a song I really want junior and senior high school students devoted to their clubs to hear.

It’s by GReeeeN, a music group that, despite keeping their faces hidden, has created many songs that grab listeners’ hearts and don’t let go.

It was released in 2018 as their 31st single.

Chosen as the theme song for Fuji TV’s coverage of the PyeongChang Olympics, it became a hot topic.

The passionate yet refreshing vocals and straightforward lyrics strike right at the heart.

Lucky (feat. UMI)Nulbarich and Sunny

[Official] Nulbarich and Sunny – Lucky (feat. UMI)
Lucky (feat. UMI)Nulbarich and Sunny

A track marked by a lively rhythm and soulful vocals.

Its refreshing sound, blending elements of city pop and R&B, is easy on the ears and sure to capture listeners’ hearts.

Released in May 2024, this song is a collaboration with the Pokémon (“Pocket Monsters”) series.

The lyrics, expressing a spirit of adventure and freedom, deliver a powerful message that resonates with young people.

Perfect for your commute to school or work, it’s a song that gives you positive energy.

Be sure to check it out—it’s a perfect fit for a fresh morning mood!

TOKYOYUI

YUI – TOKYO (Official Audio)
TOKYOYUI

One of YUI’s signature songs where the anxieties and hopes of youth intertwine.

Released in February 2006, this track was issued as the lead single from the album FROM ME TO YOU.

The lyrics, inspired by her experience moving to Tokyo at age 17, vividly depict the courage and confusion of stepping into a new environment.

The warm tones of the acoustic guitar and YUI’s clear, transparent vocals gently resonate with listeners.

It’s a song that softly encourages those starting a new chapter or standing before a big decision.

A refreshing yet powerful number that you’ll want to listen to with the arrival of spring.

Moonlit Horizon[Alexandros]

[ALEXANDROS] – Moon-colored Horizon (MV)
Moonlit Horizon[Alexandros]

The exhilarating guitar tones and bouncy rhythm are irresistible.

It’s a song by the four-piece rock band [Alexandros].

It was released in 2019 as a digital-only single.

Since it was used in a commercial, many people have probably heard it.

The sense of openness in the chorus is classic [Alexandros].

By the way, there’s also an alternative arrangement called the “chill out ver.”