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!
Playlist
| A bright, Japanese-style song. A roundup of J-POP with a traditional Japanese flair. | |||
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| show_chart | Title | Playlist | Review |
| 1east | Cheerful Vibes Echo (Kanade Otonose SOLO)ReGLOSS |  play_arrow | A cheer-up song to blow away the Monday blues |
| 2east | Vivanajinoa & eto |  play_arrow | A pop anthem of hope and self-affirmation |
| 3east | Taisho RomanticismYOASOBI |  play_arrow | A timeless love story: the music of YOASOBI |
| 4east | hyururira-pappatuki. |  play_arrow | tuki.’s light and fun music |
| 5east | &JoyKis-my-ft2 |  play_arrow | A message song about finding joy and living brightly |
| 6east | Carrying HappinessMrs. GREEN APPLE |  play_arrow | A summer theme song, full of happiness! |
| 7east | HelloFurui Riho |  play_arrow | A heartwarming song that supports a new step forward |
| 8east | Tokyo FlashVaundy |  play_arrow | Vaundy’s urban, mellow, and heart-touching song |
| 9east | festivalFuji Kaze |  play_arrow | A song by Fujii Kaze that blends the spirit of traditional Japan with modernity |
| 10east | It Ain’t OverFuji Kaze |  play_arrow | Fujii Kaze’s soul-stirring ballad, a quiet moving experience |
| 11east | coloring; color scheme; hues; decoration; embellishment; added flair (figurative)ikimonogakari |  play_arrow | A pop tune that depicts everyday happiness |
| 12east | Better OffiScream |  play_arrow | A contemporary electropop track |
| 13east | Garden feat. DJ KAORI, Diggy-MO’, Clench & BlistahMay J. |  play_arrow | Remake of 90s R&B with star-studded guest features |
| 14east | TOKYO GIRLTOKYO GIRL |  play_arrow | Fusion of Japanese culture and dance music |
| 15east | New PageSandaime Jē Sōru Burazāzu fromu Eguzairu Toraibu |  play_arrow | An encouraging song that heals the heart with gentle tones |
| 16east | sparkleFuji Kaze |  play_arrow | Fujii Kaze’s pop song brimming with a sense of speed |
| 17east | Shukusai (Movie edit) feat. Toko MiuraRADWIMPS |  play_arrow | Famous for the theme songs of Your Name and Weathering With You… |
| 18east | weeklynishina |  play_arrow | Nishina’s new song, a pleasant pop tune |
| 19east | StaRtMrs. GREEN APPLE |  play_arrow | Upbeat pop rock for a new chapter in life |
| 20east | green peasGReeeeN |  play_arrow | Songs like “Ai Uta” and “Kiseki” have sold over a million copies… |
| 21east | good morningA-ko |  play_arrow | A piece that evokes the start of a refreshing morning, … |
| 22east | Pure Land [PROGRESS]GARNiDELiA | ![Pure Land [PROGRESS]GARNiDELiA](https://i.ytimg.com/vi/DTRE5uaRRgQ/default.jpg) play_arrow | Japanese-style electronic music; an energetic track with a sense of liberation |
| 23east | Invincible happiness!suzumiya haruhi (CV: hirano aya) nagato yuki (CV: chihara minori) asahina mikuru (CV: goto yuko) |  play_arrow | Haruhi’s new song, the long-awaited comeback for fans |
| 24east | I like a picnicBerryz Kobo |  play_arrow | A bright dance-pop cover of a Thai song |
| 25east | Mr./Ms. (honorific suffix)FRUITS ZIPPER |  play_arrow | FRUITS ZIPPER’s song of gratitude and happiness |
| 26east | Night Festival OndoRyokushokushakai |  play_arrow | Sound production that incorporates traditional Japanese instruments and J-PO... |
| 27east | photo opportunitymei-chan |  play_arrow | Sparkling, like flipping through the pages of memories… |
| 28east | WONDERFULGReeeeN |  play_arrow | GReeeeN releases a new song as a movie theme |
| 29east | May I be able to love the world!Seiryūjin 25 |  play_arrow | A love-and-peace pop tune by Seiryuujin 25 |
| 30east | HalflakeCUTIE STREET |  play_arrow | A spring new-life support song |
| 31east | Magic Hour&TEAM |  play_arrow | Youth Pop Song Magic Hour |
| 32east | Don’t Mind MeAyumu Imazu (feat. Hanamura Sota from Da-iCE) |  play_arrow | A pop tune highlighted by Ayumu Imazu’s sweet voice |
| 33east | fam!CHiCO |  play_arrow | CHiCO's refreshing song gives you energy. |
| 34east | AshesSuperfly |  play_arrow | Superfly’s new song supports those who chase their dreams |
| 35east | The Best Daymoumoon |  play_arrow | It feels as if the refreshing atmosphere of early summer has been captured… |
| 36east | Clap Clap!!Nishino Kana |  play_arrow | A refreshing and energetic cheer song by Kana Nishino |
| 37east | damnFuji Kaze |  play_arrow | The theme is Fujii Kaze’s self-love and self-liberation. |
| 38east | FUN! FUN! FUN!GENIC |  play_arrow | A poppy dance number that sings about everyday excitement |
| 39east | Flowersyuzu |  play_arrow | A refreshing song with beautiful harmony |
| 40east | StarlightWagakki Band |  play_arrow | Wagakki Band’s theme song: a fusion of tradition and pop |
| 41east | Stars overtaking meToukyou Sukapara Daisu Ookesutora |  play_arrow | The ska band known by the nickname “Skapara,” … |
| 42east | Lucky (feat. UMI)Nulbarich and Sunny |  play_arrow | Impressive for its lively rhythm and soulful vocals… |
| 43east | premonitionSUPER BEAVER |  play_arrow | SUPER BEAVER’s popular song “Yokan”... |
| 44east | Moonlit Horizon[Alexandros] | ![Moonlit Horizon[Alexandros]](https://i.ytimg.com/vi/Z58NJIjdp8c/default.jpg) play_arrow | The heart-stirring sound of the guitar and the sprightly rhythm are irresistible... |
| 45east | Bright and clear!ikimonogakari |  play_arrow | Bright and bursting with energy, reminiscent of a refreshing summer sky… |
| 46east | to blossom; to bloom (literally: flowers smiling). Often used poetically to describe flowers blooming or a gentle, smiling expression like a flower.sumi ka |  play_arrow | Delivering a freshness that seems to announce the beginning of spring… |
| 47east | Maybe the wind.Sakanakushon |  play_arrow | Has produced numerous highly sophisticated, uniquely original tracks... |
| 48east | All of the YouthFujifaburikku |  play_arrow | Over a smooth, mid-tempo accompaniment, Shimura… |
| 49east | breakfastMrs. GREEN APPLE |  play_arrow | Get energized with a refreshing morning pop song |
| 50east | Blue Hawaii Lemon≒JOY |  play_arrow | ≒JOY's third summer love song |
| 51east | Ever-Night, Ever-AgesREOL |  play_arrow | An innovative track that fuses traditional Japanese elements with EDM |
| 52east | ANTENNAMrs. GREEN APPLE |  play_arrow | Introducing Mrs. GREEN APPLE’s new song |
| 53east | lovin’Mrs. GREEN APPLE |  play_arrow | A popular three-piece rock band in the J-pop scene |
| 54east | AdventureYOASOBI |  play_arrow | YOASOBI's theme song |
| 55east | Flower of HappinessJanīzu WEST |  play_arrow | A heartwarming rock song sung by Johnny’s WEST |
| 56east | YUME WeatherShimatani Hitomi |  play_arrow | Hitomi Shimatani’s Doraemon theme song |
| 57east | rainbow-coloredayaka |  play_arrow | A healing song of hope and courage that brightens the morning |
| 58east | The feeling of meeting for the first timeDAOKO |  play_arrow | The film “Kaguya-sama: Love Is War – The Geniuses’… |
| 59east | Osaka LoverDREAMS COME TRUE |  play_arrow | DREAMS COME TRUE, one of Japan’s leading artists. Sh... |
| 60east | I hope it’s sunny.DREAMS COME TRUE |  play_arrow | For the theme song of the NHK morning drama series “Hirari”… |
| 61east | Going CrazySunrise In My Attache Case |  play_arrow | The strummed sound of the guitar, a bouncy me… |
| 62east | GONGWANIMA |  play_arrow | The straightforward sound stirs my spirit... |
| 63east | TOKYOYUI |  play_arrow | Anxieties and hopes born of youth intersect—YUI sa… |
| 64east | To Those Who Know the Blue of the Skyaimyon |  play_arrow | From the end of the Heisei era to the Reiwa era’s defining songstress, Ai… |
| 65east | PopNishino Kana |  play_arrow | As a spokesperson for young women, enjoying immense popularity… |
| 66east | So☆LuckyOgura Yui |  play_arrow | The anime opening theme, Yui Ogura’s singing voice is light and airy. |
| 67east | I Wishnaniwa danshi |  play_arrow | A refreshing love song by Naniwa Danshi |
| 68east | Look into my eyes now.Base Ball Bear |  play_arrow | Speaking of Base Ball Bear, refreshing... |
| 69east | baby loveKarafuru Pīchi |  play_arrow | A pop number that sings of love and friendship |
| 70east | Joyfulikimonogakari |  play_arrow | An upbeat, fun, and easy-to-remember dance track |
| 71east | everything!DIALOGUE＋ |  play_arrow | Refreshing and fun songs by DIALOGUE＋ |
| 72east | Easy come, easy goFANTASTICS from EXILE TRIBE |  play_arrow | A refreshing feeling with FANTASTICS’ new song |
| 73east | PANORAMA JETFANTASTICS from EXILE TRIBE |  play_arrow | FANTASTICS move forward into the future with a new song |
| 74east | Tears of Tropical FishFlower |  play_arrow | Flower7 seventh single song |
| 75east | emptymiwa |  play_arrow | miwa's song 'Karakko' is refreshing. |
| 76east | Living leisurely, gonna be alright!!Anjurumu |  play_arrow | The importance of living positively in ANGERME's new song |
| 77east | Kimi-colored MiracleOgura Yui |  play_arrow | A refreshing and heartwarming J-pop song by Yui Ogura |
| 78east | Happinessarashi |  play_arrow | An uplifting, bright-guitar anthem cheering you on toward the future |
| 79east | ake-kazeHayashi Asuka |  play_arrow | Dispel anxiety with a fiery classic by a young singer |
| 80east | BlissfulBE:FIRST |  play_arrow | With a refreshing, hopeful track, the summer heat... |
| 81east | Fruits BasketFRUITS ZIPPER |  play_arrow | I feel a brightness and freshness like the summer sun… |
| 82east | Kiss the windGLIM SPANKY |  play_arrow | A fusion of breezy seasonal vibes and the pleasures of rock… |
| 83east | Hello, KagerouGReeeeN |  play_arrow | I definitely want middle and high school students who are devoted to their club activities to listen… |
| 84east | Find love, and romance continues.HoneyWorks feat.Kotoha |  play_arrow | This song is themed around marriage. The high notes are beautiful, and... |
| 85east | seesaw gameMr.Children |  play_arrow | Mr.Children's popular song, “Seesaw…” |
| 86east | CHEERSMrs. GREEN APPLE |  play_arrow | An ending theme that gets you hyped the more you listen to it… |
| 87east | Sugar Song and Bitter StepUNISON SQUARE GARDEN |  play_arrow | It feels good, with a funky vibe too... |
| 88east | miraclemiwa |  play_arrow | A refreshing female singer, miwa. Cheerful… |
| 89east | Become the windtsuji ayano |  play_arrow | Ukulele tones, a warm singing voice, and cute… |
| 90east | That gentle girlsupittsu |  play_arrow | Spitz, who have released numerous classic songs into the world... |
| 91east | I love you.Inoue Sonoko |  play_arrow | The number one line I think guys want to hear: ‘… |
| 92east | Midsummer SunŌhara Sakurako |  play_arrow | Even from the intro it feels so refreshing! Perfect to listen to by the seaside, super... |
| 93east | IdeaHoshino Gen |  play_arrow | Hoshino, a popular figure in domestic Black music... |
| 94east | HANGOUTShunsuke Kiyokiba |  play_arrow | An impression of freshness, like a sky that stretches on forever… |
| 95east | lilacMinami |  play_arrow | This song opens with a refreshing guitar sound. Minami… |
| 96east | A view I’ve never seen beforeSuda Masaki |  play_arrow | This was created as a cheer song for Japan’s national soccer team... |
| 97east | paprikaYonezu Kenshi |  play_arrow | Kenshi Yonezu, now one of Japan’s leading composers... |
| 98east | Shibuya Centennial Grand DanceBEGIN |  play_arrow | A Bon Odori song filled with love for Shibuya is about to begin… |
| 99east | Oni BanquetTomonari Sora |  play_arrow | Advocating the value of enjoying life through a fusion of Japanese tradition and modernity |
| 100east | youthful daysMr.Children |  play_arrow | The happiness of being able to be with someone important to me, this… |