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 compilation with a traditional Japanese taste (81–90)
Going CrazySunrise In My Attache Case
The strummed guitar sound and bouncy melody line feel refreshing.
It’s a track by the four-piece rock band Sunrise In My Attache Case, released digitally in 2019.
The chorus in particular gives the impression of blasting away any gloomy feelings.
How about it as background music for a drive on a sunny day?
Sugar Song and Bitter StepUNISON SQUARE GARDEN
A rock number with a funky flair and an irresistibly feel-good rhythm.
It’s a track by the rock band UNISON SQUARE GARDEN—also known for “10% roll, 10% romance” and “Catch up, latency”—released in 2015.
It became a hit after being used as the ending theme for the anime Blood Blockade Battlefront.
Perfect for a walk under a clear, sunny sky.
GONGWANIMA
A straightforward sound that fires you up—this is a rock track I’d recommend to the younger generation.
It’s a song by WANIMA, a three-piece rock band from Kumamoto Prefecture, released in 2019 as their fifth single, “Summer Trap!!”.
It drew attention for being chosen as the theme song for the film ONE PIECE STAMPEDE.
Amid its refreshing vibe, you can feel a strong resolve.
If you like emotive tracks, definitely give it a listen.
miraclemiwa
The refreshing female singer miwa.
This bright and fun song is packed with the exhilaration and joy of summer—perfect for listening to in the season.
Not just the melody but the rhythm is refreshing too.
It’s so crisp it makes you crave ice cream.
The music video is full of adorable smiles.
It’s a summer tune that will get you grooving.
With its sense of openness, I recommend it not only for summer but also for any sunny day.
That gentle girlsupittsu
Spitz has released countless classic songs into the world.
Vocalist Masamune Kusano’s light yet profound voice has captured the hearts of many.
The acoustic guitar feels refreshing, and the melody is soothing—a song that’s full of that unmistakable Spitz essence.
It’s perfect for the time when winter gradually turns into spring.
You’ll feel the pleasant sensation of welcoming a new spring after a long winter.
All of the YouthFujifaburikku
Shimamura’s distinctive vocals are striking against the gently moist, mid-tempo accompaniment.
Even long after its release, its popularity shows no sign of fading.
It has a tender, refreshing quality that slowly seeps into the heart.
It’s an unforgettable song that especially resonates when you listen to it alone on your way home in the evening.
As the lyrics suggest, it’s also very popular as a song people want to hear at the end of summer.
A bright, Japanese-style song. J-POP collection with a Japanese taste (91–100)
I love you.Inoue Sonoko
The title is “Daisuki,” the number one phrase I think guys want to hear: “I love you.” The cute vocals and melody evoke a sweet-and-sour, youthful vibe.
The atmosphere is just so refreshing.
If you listen while you’re in love, you’ll feel the fun of romance.
The music video is 100% youth.
Adults can listen while reminiscing about those good old days.
Youth is wonderful.