Halloween has become a major event in Japan.
Every year during the Halloween season, many people get together with friends and family to have fun at karaoke.
That’s when Halloween songs come to mind! In this article, we’ll introduce classic and popular karaoke tracks recommended for anyone who wants to sing and enjoy the Halloween season.
If you’re not sure what to sing for Halloween, be sure to check out the songs we’re about to introduce!
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Speaking of Halloween songs, this is it! A special collection of Japanese hits that bring the house down at karaoke (1–10)
HALLOWEEN PARTYHALLOWEEN JUNKY ORCHESTRA
When it comes to Halloween, this is the song, right? HALLOWEEN JUNKY ORCHESTRA, led by HYDE, was a special project active only during the Halloween season, formed by an all-star lineup including yasu from Acid Black Cherry and DAIGO from BREAKERZ.
Just by listening, you’ll be transported into the world of Halloween—if you’re thinking, “I want to enjoy Halloween!” this is the first track you should know.
SO BADKing Gnu
Released in September 2025, this track was written specifically for Universal Studios Japan’s Halloween event “Zombie de Dance.” As Daiki Tsuneta described it as “brutal and alternative,” it adds ferocity and hedonistic flair to King Gnu’s signature hybrid sound, perfectly capturing the exhilaration of Halloween.
The lurid artwork also drew attention, but above all, the dynamic beat and feverish melody make it perfect for amping up a Halloween night at karaoke with a big group of friends! Designed with live energy in mind, it’s a song that makes you want to move your body and sing along together.
Trick or BeatiamSHUM, meruna from wagamama.
This is a dance track created by a tag team of iamSHUM and Meruna from Wagamama as the official theme song for Huis Ten Bosch’s Haunted Halloween.
The lyrics convey the excitement of a costume party, with friends in witch hats dancing wildly through the midnight streets.
The strong, beat-driven sound that fuses EDM and pop lives up perfectly to the title.
It’s a party-packed song that will get everyone hyped on Halloween night.
Why not belt it out at karaoke with your costumed friends? It’s guaranteed to bring the house down!
Party of MonstersHikawa Kiyoshi with t.komuro
This dance tune, created by a collaboration between the prince of enka and a master of techno-pop, is a perfect Halloween monster song.
Told from the perspective of yokai, it depicts a world that embraces being true to yourself, mirroring the spirit of Halloween where you dress up and enjoy another side of who you are.
Blending high-speed rap with techno sounds, this groundbreaking track has also been selected as the ending theme for the anime “GeGeGe no Kitaro: The Generations of GeGeGe I Loved,” airing from April 2025.
How about singing it at karaoke with friends in yokai cosplay and dancing your hearts out? The music video, featuring intense dance performances, will boost the party mood too.
Crazy Party Night ~Revenge of the Pumpkin~kyarī pamyu pamyu
A truly pioneering Halloween song that broke the notion that while there are tons of Christmas songs, there aren’t really that many Halloween tracks.
Since its 2015 release, it’s become a staple you always hear as Halloween approaches.
With its highly repetitive chorus and the catchy melody sung by Kyary Pamyu Pamyu, producer Yasutaka Tanaka’s skill shines throughout.
It’s a must-sing at any Halloween party karaoke.
Be sure to learn the cute choreography together and get the party hyped!
Mrs. Pumpkin’s Comical Dreamhachi
A song released under the Vocaloid producer name Hachi by singer-songwriter Kenshi Yonezu, who has publicly stated he created it with Halloween in mind.
From the intro, the lavish arrangement instantly evokes Halloween and delivers a distinctive, powerful impact that makes its million-hit status entirely convincing.
With its thrilling beat and catchy melody, it’s the kind of track that makes you want to sing along at a Halloween karaoke party with a big group.
An essential Vocaloid number for Halloween night—guaranteed to hype up the crowd.
chantAdo
This song was chosen as the theme for Universal Studios Japan’s annual Halloween event in 2023.
As with Ado’s hit “Odo,” the composition was handled by Giga and TeddyLoid, and its upbeat, danceable vibe is undeniably appealing! The lyrics feature many expressions that make abundant use of kanji, and as the words flow together, they create a rhythmic cadence that’s a joy to listen to.
Pay attention, too, to how the arrangement keeps shifting as the track progresses.
