[Gets you grooving] Upbeat Japanese songs. Tracks that make you feel happy.
What kind of song makes you want to groove? Everyone has different points that make a song feel good, but in this article, we’ll introduce music for those looking for Japanese tracks with great rhythm.
In the J-pop scene, there’s been a notable rise in dance-infused songs and tracks that make you want to move, influenced by social media.
Alongside those danceable hits, we’ve picked out songs that make you want to groove and feel great.
You might find yourself humming along or swaying before you know it! Enjoy while paying attention to the rhythm points you love!
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[Easy to groove to] Upbeat Japanese songs. Tracks that make you feel happy (21–30)
Can I visit you with cream?zutto mayonaka de ii no ni.
This song questions what the world takes for granted and teaches the joy of imagination.
It’s a work by ZUTOMAYO and was chosen as the theme song for NHK General’s “Weekly Info Charge! Chirushiru.” The lyrics are striking for their message about the importance of feeling that things aren’t just black or white, zero or one hundred.
Although it’s a theme song for a children’s program, it offers fresh insights for adults as well.
It’s a song I’d recommend listening to when you’re struggling with relationships.
love10Hama iku
A refreshing guitar sound makes this Hamaiku pop tune feel irresistibly uplifting! Crafted by the duo of Yaffle and Riho Furui, the track captures that tingling excitement of counting down to the moment a romance begins—just listening to it makes you happy.
Ryuichi Hamaie and Erika Ikuta themselves play guitar, too, and you can practically picture them reveling in the music.
It premiered on NHK’s “Venue101 EXTRA” in October 2024 and became a hot topic.
It would be so much fun to dance to with friends in light steps or perform it as a cultural festival act!
Life is tough, no money.Uesaka Sumire
It’s a high-energy denpa-style song by Sumire Uesaka that feels like an explosion of energy.
It portrays a powerful protagonist who gives their all to enjoy every day, even without money.
Even the pressing worry of being chased by bills gets laughed off with mantra-like phrases—before you know it, you’re captivated by that boundless cheerfulness.
Released in October 2021 as Uesaka’s 12th single, the track was used as the opening theme for the TV anime “The Great Jahy Will Not Be Defeated!” Listening to this song might just give you the courage to overcome hardships.
FUN! FUN! FUN!GENIC
It’s a poppy, energetic dance track that sings about the excitement of everyday life.
Created by GENIC, it was released in October 2024.
It’s also featured as the commercial song for Laguna Ten Bosch, a popular resort in Aichi Prefecture, and the track shimmers like an illumination display.
Its brisk rhythm and refreshing melody are captivating, and you’ll find your body naturally starting to move as you listen.
The lyrics, which emphasize the importance of enjoying the present, carry a youthful, positive message that warms the heart.
It’s the perfect song for when you’re feeling down or need a boost of energy.
monsterYOASOBI
Set to a bright, rhythmic sound, this song tackles heavy themes.
It was chosen as the opening theme for the second season of the TV anime BEASTARS and released in January 2021.
The 16-beat chorus feels great, dynamically expressing the exhilaration and inner conflict of love.
YOASOBI’s unique worldview pairs perfectly with the electronic sound, making it impossible not to sway along.
It has been highly praised overseas as well, ranking fifth on Time magazine’s Top 10 Best Songs of 2021.
It’s the perfect track for when you need a boost.
If I could become a constellationkessoku bando
It’s a fun, upbeat track that brings a smile to your face.
It’s an in-anime song by Kessoku Band, released in December 2022 for the TV anime “Bocchi the Rock!”.
The lively 16-beat groove, funky guitars, and slap bass create an energetic vibe.
The lyrics celebrate the importance of friendship and camaraderie, and it’s striking how each band member’s individuality and bonds are likened to constellations.
It’s the kind of song that makes you feel like looking up at the night sky and making a wish.
With its youthful, pop-rock sound, it’s perfect to listen to with friends.
KICKBACKYonezu Kenshi
A track where the fierce beats woven by electrorock and drum’n’bass unfold into a soundscape brimming with raw energy, pulling in listeners one after another.
Kenshi Yonezu masterfully fuses emotionally stirring sound with lyrics that pierce the heart.
Musically, it portrays a protagonist who, despite grappling with desire and inner conflict, longs to live freely, and it vividly depicts a sense of emptiness through the repetition of plain, matter-of-fact words.
Released in November 2022, this piece was used as the opening theme for the TV anime Chainsaw Man, further amplifying the show’s distinctive worldview.
It expresses emotional highs and lows through music, drawing you into the story with its addictive rhythms and melodies.
Highly recommended for those seeking energetic music.