[2026] Classic and Recommended Popular Anime Songs with Cool Guitar
Even when we say “anisong,” there are many different musical styles—from kid-oriented tracks that feel quintessentially like anime songs to a wide variety of masterpieces provided by popular artists and bands.
In this article, under the theme “anime songs with awesome guitar,” we’ve compiled classic tracks whose guitar phrases—especially from the intro—will grab your attention.
From the latest hits to timeless classics, please enjoy these popular anime songs that we’d love to see guitarists try covering!
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[2026] Great Anime Songs with Cool Guitar: Classic and Recommended Popular Tracks (11–20)
Assault Love HeartFire Bomber
When it comes to robot anime series with a music theme, Macross immediately comes to mind.
Totsugeki Love Heart is an insert song from Macross 7, which aired starting in 1994, sung by the protagonist Basara Nekki, the vocalist of the rock band FIRE BOMBER.
Its hard rock, high-energy style perfectly matches his fiery singing—true to his name—creating a synergy that sets your heart ablaze! Many people from that generation will find this classic guitar sound really resonates with them.
H.TImahori Tsuneo
With its cool, technically dazzling phrases, any guitar enthusiast will probably want to try playing it themselves.
“H.T,” crafted by guitarist-composer Tsuneo Imahori, served as the opening theme for the anime Trigun, based on Yasuhiro Nightow’s manga.
It powerfully conveys the atmosphere of a Western-like world and an unpredictable story with sci-fi elements through an instrumental sound approach.
Even after all this time since its release, it remains a timeless classic.
Crow SongGirls Dead Monster
A catchy rock tune that’s also recommended for anyone who wants to start learning guitar.
It’s a song by Girls Dead Monster, the in-anime girl band from Angel Beats!, released as a single in 2010.
The track features a simple yet powerful style reminiscent of skate punk.
Its uplifting lyrics—about wanting to be a light that shines through the darkness—make it an encouraging power rock number.
It’s the kind of sound that makes you want to jump in and play your heart out.
unravelNEW!TK from RIN TO SHITE SIGURE
A masterpiece whose overwhelming expressiveness jolts the heart, pivoting from silence to madness in an instant.
Meticulously crafted sounds portray self-destruction and inner conflict, with even the vocalist’s breathing deeply intertwined with the story.
It’s a single from TK’s solo project—TK is the vocalist and guitarist of Ling tosite sigure—released in July 2014.
Written as the opening theme for the first season of the anime Tokyo Ghoul, the song also leads into the album Fantastic Magic, released in August of the same year.
Its dramatic development, highlighted by a striking contrast between restraint and intensity, is perfect for moments when you want to let your emotions erupt.
It’s also a great pick for those who want to revel in advanced vocal technique!
sea colorAKINO from bless4
“Miiro” is a single by AKINO from bless4 and serves as the opening theme song for the TV anime Kantai Collection -KanColle-, produced by Diomedéa.
While it’s a very cool track, it primarily uses power chords, making it a recommended anime song for beginner guitarists.
Lover’s Path Romanesquezetsubou shoujo-tachi
A retro, slightly ennui-tinged anison that makes you want to sway side to side as you listen.
It’s the ending theme of the anime Zoku Sayonara Zetsubou Sensei, based on Koji Kumeta’s manga, and was included as the B-side on the 2008 single Kuusou Rumba.
It’s a mid-tempo track marked by a somewhat sultry vocal performance.
It has that charm that makes you want to close your eyes while listening.
By the way, guitarist Susumu Nishikawa—also known as a music producer—participated in the recording.
[2026] Iconic and Recommended Popular Anime Songs with Cool Guitar (21–30)
Pegasus FantasyMAKE-UP
There have to be anime fans out there who get hyped just from the intro alone! This one’s for you: the opening theme of the anime Saint Seiya, which depicts the fiery battles of brave men—Pegasus Fantasy.
It’s a rock tune by the band MAKE-UP, released as a single in 1986, and it became a huge hit.
Vocalist Nobuo Yamada’s passionate singing and the lyrics that perfectly capture the world of Saint Seiya are an incredible match.
The chorus makes you want to sing along.
Enjoy the quintessential guitar-rock sound!