Cool songs of the Heisei era. Hit tracks that energized the times.

The Heisei era saw the birth of countless masterpieces, with many works achieving million-selling hits.

Thanks in part to revival hits, many songs from the Heisei era continue to be listened to and passed down even as times change.

In this article, we’ll carefully select and introduce some of the coolest tracks from Heisei-era hit songs!

We’ve gathered a variety of cool songs, including classics from bands that represent Japan, tracks from blockbuster films, and songs that leave you feeling refreshed.

You might even find a song that fired you up back in the Heisei days!

Whether you’re from the heart of that generation or new to these tunes, give them a listen and get pumped!

Playlist

Cool songs of the Heisei era. Hit tracks that energized the times.
	Title	Playlist	Review
1	SaudadePorunogurafiti		A signature polka number—passionate and powerful
2	migratory bird[Alexandros]		A signature song by [Alexandros], an upbeat and sunny track
3	TemptationGLAY		An emotional rock number by GLAY
4	frecklesJUDY AND MARY		A famous and popular song from the Rurouni Kenshin opening
5	peace signYonezu Kenshi		A powerful song that portrays hope for the future and the bonds of friendship
6	Perfect-Sense DreamerONE OK ROCK		Powerful music that opens up the future
7	You don’t listen to rock.aimyon		Emotions and Moving Forward Embedded in Aimyong’s Lyrics
8	My Past Life, Many Lifetimes AgoRADWIMPS		Your Name: A moving insert song by RADWIMPS
9	Ms. Hanako on a high pedestalback number		A refreshing love song that portrays the bittersweet feelings of unrequited love.
10	Like tonight’s moonElefanto Kashimashi		A theme song by Elekashi that resonates with the heart
11	U.S.A.DA PUMP		DA PUMP's hit songs, retro charm
12	ultra soulB’z		B’z’s hype song that gives you the courage to push past your limits!
13	gloriousGLAY		Introduction to GLAY’s breakthrough single
14	astronomical observationBUMP OF CHICKEN		A signature song by BUMP OF CHICKEN that depicts the emotions of youth
15	GLAMOROUS SKYNANA starring MIKA NAKASHIMA		Theme song of the movie “NANA,” a masterpiece by HYDE and Ai Yazawa
16	Until the world endsWANDS		Iconic song of youth, a classic from SLAM DUNK
17	R.Y.U.S.E.I.Sandaime Jē Sōru Burazāzu fromu Eguzairu Toraibu		The third generation’s dance tune stirs the heart.
18	A Little Love SongMONGOL800		A moving song about feelings for someone special
19	ButterflyKōda Kumi		Kumi Koda’s classic that celebrates women’s beauty and freedom
20	Paradoxw-inds.		A signature youthful dance song by w-inds.
21	BREAK OUT!Aikawa Nanase		A high-energy, fast-paced rock number by Tetsuro Oda
22	Get fired upDaikoku Maki		Moved by the Olympic theme song
23	FIREWORKSEXILE		A summer song by EXILE that sings of the heat of fireworks and the passion of love
24	AutomaticUtada Hikaru		Utada’s famous song that depicts the feeling of love waiting by the phone
25	Real Thing ShakesB’z		B’z’s smash hit: hard rock with English lyrics
26	JAMTHE YELLOW MONKEY		A rock ballad that portrays loneliness and a thirst for life
27	S.A.K.U.R.A.Sandaime Jē Sōru Burazāzu fromu Eguzairu Toraibu		A powerful harmony: a song of cherry blossoms and the brilliance of life
28	WILD HEAVENTMN		A rock love song racing through the night
29	VINUSHKADIR EN GREY		DIR EN GREY’s signature song “VINUSHKA”
30	MADE IN JAPANV6		Youthful energy with passionate Eurobeat
31	DIVE TO BLUEL’Arc〜en〜Ciel		A refreshingly exhilarating song that gives you the strength to push past your limits
32	As I love you selfishly, I won’t hurt anyone but you.B’z		The classic song “Ai no mama ni, wagamama ni” by B’z
33	B-BOYismRHYMESTER		A classic that conveys RHYMESTER’s B-BOY spirit
34	SOUL SCREAMhachi to chou		The classic song by SOUL SCREAM, “The Bee and the Butterfly”