Anime songs to listen to on Halloween: Theme and insert songs from anime about yokai and ghosts
When it comes to October events, Halloween is the first that comes to mind! It’s become a familiar annual tradition, and every year lots of Halloween songs by Japanese artists are released.
In this article, we’re picking out anime songs that will amplify the fun Halloween vibe! We’ll introduce tracks that are perfect as BGM for parties with your anime-loving friends or for karaoke.
If you’re stumped on a Halloween costume, these might even spark some ideas! Be sure to read to the end!
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Anime songs to listen to on Halloween: Theme songs and insert songs from anime about yokai and ghosts (31–40)
I want to be friends.Gakuen Seikatsu-bu
A classic Halloween costume theme, this is a song from an anime about zombies.
It’s the opening theme of “School-Live!” sung by the voice actors who appear in the show.
The tune has that cute, quintessential anisong vibe, but once you know what the story of the anime is, it hits a bit differently.
That said, it’s still a catchy number, so I think it works in just about any time and place.
It’s also perfect for karaoke—great for everyone to sing together and get the energy up.
Hare Hare YukaiHirano Aya, Chihara Minori, Goto Yuko
At the time it aired, it became a hot topic and sparked a dance boom, especially online.
It’s the ending theme of the anime The Melancholy of Haruhi Suzumiya, sung by the voice actors who played the main characters.
The song’s poppy, energetic vibe is striking.
As I mentioned earlier, it also became hugely popular to imitate the characters’ dance from the ending.
So be sure to cosplay as the characters and sing along while you dance! It’s perfect as entertainment for a Halloween party!
Sky-Blue DaysNakagawa Shoko
Not just for Halloween—if it’s an anime-related event, this is a must-have number: the opening theme from the anime Tengen Toppa Gurren Lagann.
It’s a track by Shoko Nakagawa, who’s also active as a TV personality, released in 2007 as her third single.
It’s got that classic, scorching guitar rock sound that just hits the spot.
I think it’s a surefire song that can hype up any situation.
Gurren Lagann has a large cast of characters, too, so it’s a great place to find inspiration for cosplay ideas.
We’re the Yokai Humans! — What’s wrong with aiming to become human?DOTAMA
This piece is the theme song for the anime “Oretatcha Yokai Ningen,” which aired starting in October 2017.
It’s a track that layers a rap by DOTAMA over the song “Yokai Ningen Bem,” resulting in a dance number with a hard-edged, addictive beat.
The lyrics, expressing the earnest cries of monsters who long to become human with modern language and humor, recreate the slightly dark atmosphere of the original.
It’s perfect as background music for a Halloween party.
Contagion of a Dire DreamALI PROJECT
The song, which serves as the opening theme for the anime Another based on the novel, is performed by ALI PROJECT.
True to their style, it’s arranged in a gothic rock tone and has a spooky feel that’s perfect for Halloween.
Another is a horror work that depicts strange and terrifying events surrounding the class the protagonist transfers into.
Since it was written specifically for this, the lyrics—which tie in with the story—leave a strong impression.
Still, beyond the eeriness and fear, the song ultimately also sings of hope for life.
Anime songs to listen to on Halloween: Theme songs and insert songs from anime about yokai and ghosts (41–50)
DuDiDuWa*lalalaKOTOKO
This is the song that was used as the ending theme for the anime Magical Girl Squad Alice, which aired within NHK Educational’s Tensai Bit-kun.
The singer is KOTOKO, who was also active as a vocalist for I’ve, a creator team that produces music for anime, games, and films.
Her charming, youthful-sounding voice is striking, isn’t it? While the overall feel of the track isn’t scary or eerie like Halloween, the lyrics—centered on the theme of a magical girl—leave a strong impression.
The positive message woven into the song is another highlight!
Crimson Bow and ArrowLinked Horizon
This is the opening theme of the anime Attack on Titan.
It became a huge hit along with the anime, and Linked Horizon even performed it at the Kōhaku Uta Gassen, so many of you may be familiar with it.
The heavy, classical-style choral work is striking.
It’s a perfect number for Halloween.