A bright, Japanese-style song. A roundup of J-POP with a traditional Japanese flair.
Many people probably enjoy J-pop that incorporates Japanese flavors, such as sounds featuring traditional instruments or songs composed with the yo-nuki (pentatonic) scale.
There’s also demand for using Japanese-style tracks as wedding or video BGM.
In this article, we’ll introduce a selection of recommended, upbeat Japanese-style songs all at once!
If you’ve been looking for tracks to use as BGM or simply new songs to listen to, please use the selections below as a reference!
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A bright, Japanese-style song. J-POP collection with a Japanese flavor (71–80)
everything!DIALOGUE＋
Speaking of DIALOGUE+’s songs, their fresh, poppy vibe is so appealing! Among them, I think this track is packed with exceptional happiness.
Set to a lively rhythm, the members’ uniquely charming voices ring out, making you feel as if you’ve been invited to a fun party.
Released in August 2024, the song is included on the album “DIALOGUE＋3.” Since its first performance at the fan appreciation festival, it’s also been growing in popularity at live shows.
It’s the perfect song for times when you want to have fun with friends or get an energy boost.
As you listen, you can’t help but smile—it’s like a magical track that makes you feel that way!
Easy come, easy goFANTASTICS from EXILE TRIBE
FANTASTICS from EXILE TRIBE is a dance and vocal group that made its major debut in 2018.
“Easy come, easy go,” included on their 13th single “PANORAMA JET,” features aggressive playing by Seiji Kameda—known as the bassist for Tokyo Jihen—that adds a sharp accent to the ensemble.
The contrast between the transparent string sound and the tight band sound alone is enough to lift your spirits.
It’s a refreshing, upbeat tune whose straightforward message stirs the heart.
PANORAMA JETFANTASTICS from EXILE TRIBE
The dance and vocal group FANTASTICS from EXILE TRIBE, known for their skillful dance performances and refreshing vocals, has won widespread popularity.
Their 13th single, PANORAMA JET—the final installment of the FAN FAN trilogy—builds anticipation right from its exhilarating ensemble intro.
The message, which evokes a favorable tailwind, seems to give a push toward a bright future.
It’s a clear, uplifting tune with a comfortably positive vibe.
Tears of Tropical FishFlower
This is the seventh single by the female dance and vocal group Flower, which disbanded in 2019.
The track was used as the ending theme for the morning news program “Sukkiri!!,” and from the very beginning it gives off an oriental vibe.
With a relaxed dance beat paired with Japanese-style melodies and phrasing, it’s a comfortable listen that opened up a new frontier for Flower.
You could say it’s a song that showcases how well traditional Japanese melodies can mesh with contemporary sounds.
emptymiwa
Singer-songwriter miwa has gained popularity for her clear, cute vocals and refreshingly vibrant songs.
Her track “Karappo,” chosen as the theme song for the travel show ‘Burari Tochuu Gesha no Tabi,’ is memorable for its chorus that swells with an uplifting sense of openness.
The lyrics, which evoke a fresh new beginning, seem to give you a gentle push forward alongside the breezy ensemble.
With both a sense of speed and lightness that amplifies anticipation for an unseen future, it’s a feel-good pop tune wrapped in a positive atmosphere.
Living leisurely, gonna be alright!!Anjurumu
A light, breezy melody blows away life’s worries.
It’s a song by ANGERME, released in November 2024 as their 18th single.
This pop tune carries a positive message, and the members’ bright vocals leave a strong impression.
The lyrics sing about freeing yourself from everyday pressures and the importance of relaxing and living with a positive mindset.
So it’s highly recommended when you’re feeling down or need a change of pace—you’re sure to feel energized.
Kimi-colored MiracleOgura Yui
Fresh and exhilarating, this work is a bright and cute pop song by Yui Ogura.
The lyrics, which sing about the small joys of everyday life and feelings of gratitude, portray the beauty of bonds with loved ones and the emotions you share together.
Set for release in April 2024, it is also featured as the opening theme for the anime “One Room, Hiatari Futsuu, Tenshi-tsuki.” Ogura’s gentle vocals match the atmosphere of the story perfectly.
It’s a song you’ll want to play on a drive with friends or during peaceful moments with someone special.
Just listening to it will warm your heart, so be sure to give it a try.