Heisei-era masterpieces: Easy to sing! Carefully selected songs recommended for karaoke choices!

Do you have go-to songs for karaoke when you go with friends, acquaintances, or coworkers? If you love singing, you might find yourself torn over what to start with.

On the other hand, if you’re not so confident at singing, you might struggle each time wondering what you can manage.

Many people probably want to avoid any embarrassing moments.

So this time, we’re introducing easy-to-sing songs specifically from the Heisei era.

We’ve selected songs with minimal melodic leaps and not-too-high keys—use this as a reference!

Playlist

Heisei-era masterpieces: Easy to sing! Carefully selected songs recommended for karaoke choices!
	Title	Playlist	Review
1	to youMONGOL800		A classic youth anthem by MONGOL800 that resonates with the heart
2	beetle (specifically, a rhinoceros beetle)aiko		A masterpiece that portrays the emotions of love throughout the four seasons
3	A Little Love SongMONGOL800		A signature song by MONGOL800, a masterpiece brimming with a sense of speed
4	dogwood (flowering dogwood)Hitoto Yo		Yō Hitoto’s signature song “Hikōki Gumo”
5	LOVE LOVE LOVEDREAMS COME TRUE		A masterpiece that portrays the heart of love, a timeless classic across generations
6	At all times.Makihara Noriyuki		Makihara Noriyuki’s classic song “Donna Toki mo” is easy to sing.
7	The One and Only Flower in the WorldSMAP		A song that brings everyone’s hearts together
8	Tears Flowing EndlesslyNatsukawa Rimi		Rimi Natsukawa’s signature song “Nada Sōsō”
9	TOMORROWMayo Okamoto		The uplifting masterpiece “TOMORROW” that paints a picture of hope
10	PRIDEImai Miki		Miki Imai’s ballad of love and independence
11	SakurazakaFukuyama Masaharu		A bittersweet love song of spring, a masterpiece by Masaharu Fukuyama
12	Love will winKAN		KAN’s signature song, a masterpiece that sings of the triumph of love.
13	Marigoldaimyon		A summer love song by Aimyon becomes a big hit
14	Island SongTHE BOOM		THE BOOM’s famous song about Okinawa
15	SaraiKayama Yūzō & Tanimura Shinji		24-Hour TV theme song, so moving
16	Heavy rotationAKB48		A signature song of AKB48, a masterpiece that depicts romantic feelings.
17	Happinessarashi		Arashi’s songs convey hope and a positive spirit.
18	Promise of SunflowersHata Motohiro		Hata Motohiro's moving songs, timeless masterpieces that resonate with the heart
19	KanadeSukima Suichi		Sukima Switch's “Kanade” is ideal for low-pitched male voices.
20	Stop the musicAmuro Namie		Eurobeat opening theme for a drama
21	fragileEvery Little Thing		Theme songs from TV shows, easy-to-sing hit songs
22	astronomical observationBUMP OF CHICKEN		A moving masterpiece by BUMP OF CHICKEN
23	DearestHamasaki Ayumi		A moving ballad that depicts deep affection
24	Lion HeartSMAP		SMAP’s “LION,” a classic that sings of the resolve to protect love.
25	Like tonight’s moonElefanto Kashimashi		A masterpiece that portrays everyday hope and emptiness
26	I’m glad I met you.Koizumi Kyoko		Kyoko’s Heartwarming Song to Her Father
27	Far, far awayMakihara Noriyuki		Gain courage from Noriyuki Makihara's graduation song
28	BoyhoodInoue Yosui		A classic by Yosui Inoue, expressing nostalgia and transience
29	To the futureKiroro		A heartwarming classic filled with gratitude to my mother
30	Time goes byEvery Little Thing		An inspiring masterpiece about overcoming the past and looking ahead
31	All of the YouthFujifaburikku		A coming-of-age song that depicts the end of summer
32	The Day Love Was BornFujitani Miwako, Ouchi Yoshiaki		Heisei-era masterpiece: a bittersweet male–female duet
33	Hello, Again ~A Place That’s Been There Since Long Ago~My Little Lover		The smash hit by MY LOVER, a song of hometown and hope
34	Teru’s SongTeshima Aoi		A heart-touching ballad from Studio Ghibli’s film “Tales from Earthsea”
35	Funny Bunnythe pillows		The Pillows’ signature song “Hitosuji”
36	Silent EveKarashima Midori		Midori Karashima’s “Silent Eve” is a classic winter song.
37	Islanders’ TreasureBEGIN		A heartwarming classic that sings of the spirit of Okinawa
38	One Night CarnivalKishidan		Kishidan’s hugely popular major-label track, a song everyone can get pumped up to together.
39	Fortune Cookie in LoveAKB48		A masterpiece with an uplifting message and a refreshing melody
40	Tomorrow will surely be a good day.Takahashi Yuu		A song that depicts Takahashi Yu’s positive emotions
41	First LoveUtada Hikaru		Hikaru Utada’s “First Love” is a big hit
42	StoryAI		An AI smash hit that sings of the preciousness of bonds and fleeting moments
43	Rose of PassionTHE BLUE HEARTS		Deep lyrics, a masterpiece by THE BLUE HEARTS
44	Tomorrow, when spring comesMatsu Takako		Takako Matsu’s debut song. A memorable classic that portrays the feelings of springtime love.
45	Breath of DawnChekkāzu		A beautiful love ballad, deep affection, and toward the future
46	Don’t give upZARD		Classic hit songs that always hype up the crowd at karaoke
47	I won’t fall in love anymore.Makihara Noriyuki		A forward-looking heart song after heartbreak, by Noriyuki Makihara
48	U.S.A.DA PUMP		A masterpiece that showcases American pop!
49	That paper airplane splits the cloudy sky19		A widely known song with an easy-to-sing melody
50	crescent moonayaka		Ayaka’s “Mikazuki” is an easy song to sing.
51	Messenger from Sunday↑THE HIGH-LOWS↓		A classic 90s rock band song that stirs the soul
52	Grandfather’s ClockHirai Ken		An old nursery rhyme is reborn by Ken Hirai.
53	Winter is starting.Makihara Noriyuki		Noriyuki Makihara’s classic song “Fuyu ga Hajimaru yo” (Winter Is Beginning)