Heisei-Era Halloween Songs | A roundup of classic tracks to elevate the party mood!
Halloween events began at Tokyo Disneyland in 1997, and as the 2000s began, confectionery makers started rolling out Halloween treats one after another.
Over the Heisei era, Halloween culture became familiar in our daily lives, and today it’s a major autumn event.
In this article, we’ll introduce Halloween songs released during the Heisei period, when Halloween gradually spread.
Among them are classic Halloween tracks that remain beloved even as times change! Feel free to use them as party background music or dance tunes.
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Heisei-era Halloween Songs | A roundup of iconic tracks to boost the party mood! (1–10)
HALLOWEEN PARTYHALLOWEEN JUNKY ORCHESTRA
Centered around HYDE, the star-studded HALLOWEEN JUNKY ORCHESTRA came together for this release.
Dropped in October 2012, the track blends a spellbinding mix of fun and eeriness, as if under a Halloween enchantment.
With iconic Halloween chants and mouthwatering descriptions of sweets, it perfectly captures the atmosphere of a Halloween night.
Dress up in full-on cosplay like HYDE and the crew, dance freely to the mysterious melody, and your Halloween party is guaranteed to come alive! Beloved as a classic Halloween song that kids and adults alike can enjoy, it continues to be a seasonal favorite.
Carnival of Flames and ForestsSEKAI NO OWARI
Set against a fantastical forest carnival, this fantasy world features characters like Cinderella and a mummy.
SEKAI NO OWARI’s music captures the essence of this very song.
Released in April 2014, it was used in NTT Plala’s Hikari TV commercial.
This work continues to captivate not only fans but many others as well.
It’s perfect as background music for a Halloween party, and also recommended when you want to escape the everyday and immerse yourself in a dreamlike world.
It’s a track that makes you feel as if you’ve wandered into another realm.
Halloween until morningSound Horizon
A perfect song for a Halloween party, released by Sound Horizon in October 2013.
True to Sound Horizon’s signature style of grand, story-driven music, a narrative set on Halloween night unfolds.
Familiar Halloween phrases are repeated, and characters associated with the holiday appear—children playing tricks in search of treats, a witch, a wolf boy, and more.
The lyrics depict a festival that rages on through the night, while the music captures both the eeriness and the liveliness of Halloween.
Included on the single “Halloween to Yoru no Monogatari” (Halloween and the Tale of Night), it’s a popular track that even reached No.
1 on JOYSOUND’s “Songs You Want to Sing on Halloween” ranking.
It’s crafted to be enjoyable for both kids and adults, making it a great recommendation for Halloween party BGM!
Heisei-Era Halloween Songs | A roundup of classic tracks to boost the party mood! (11–20)
Crazy Party Night ~Revenge of the Pumpkin~kyarī pamyu pamyu
This is the Kyary Pamyu Pamyu number that makes you want to start dancing in your Halloween costume.
It’s a song made for Halloween, where the spooky vibe of the holiday, a fun atmosphere, and Kyary’s signature pop feel spark a perfect chemical reaction.
Released in September 2015, it was also used as the song for Coca-Cola’s Halloween campaign.
In the music video, Kyary appears as a TV reporter and wanders into a world that’s both pop and horror.
It’s perfect not only as a dance track for Halloween parties, but also as background music for costume contests!
Mrs. Pumpkin’s Comical Dreamhachi
A song that enchantingly colors Halloween night.
Created by Hachi, this piece was released in February 2010 and spins a tale through Hatsune Miku’s vocals.
Its lively rock foundation interwoven with jazz and cabaret-like elements brilliantly captures Halloween’s mysterious atmosphere.
The lyrics depict soirées and dancing, singing of the fleeting nature of fun times with both humor and a touch of wistfulness.
It’s perfect as background music for a Halloween party, and also great for singing and dancing in costume with friends.
Why not immerse yourself in its distinctive world and enjoy Halloween night?
Monsterarashi
This Arashi number perfectly blends Halloween’s spooky vibe with playful fun, expressing a love that wants to find that special someone no matter what form they take.
Released in May 2010, it topped the Oricon Weekly Singles Chart and drew attention as the theme song for the drama “Kaibutsu-kun.” Kicking off with urgent strings, the melody is packed with the quintessential charm of idol pop.
It’s great as background music for a Halloween party, and it’s a track that’ll make you want to dress up and dance.
Highly recommended not only for Arashi fans but for anyone looking to get into the Halloween spirit!
trick and treatOSTER project
A Vocaloid track brimming with a Halloween-esque eerie atmosphere, overflowing from its gothic-style music and lyrics.
It’s not just packed with spookiness—sprinkled throughout are humorous turns of phrase, and Rin and Len’s adorable voices add a friendly, playful touch.
It’s a must-have for family Halloween parties and gatherings of Vocaloid fans!
