Hit J-Pop songs of 2007: the appeal of hit tracks that exude a positive vibe

Japan’s music scene in 2007.

Alongside the popularity of groups like Arashi and EXILE, collaborations such as with Kobukuro and Ayaka, as well as artists like Masafumi Akikawa, lit up the music charts, producing many songs loved by a wide range of generations.

It was also a turning point where digital distribution began to take off in earnest, intersecting with new ways of enjoying music.

The sheer number of songs that are still frequently sung and liven up karaoke today is also striking.

Now, let’s look back at the many hit songs that captivated Japan in 2007!