[Hit Songs of 2010] A Roundup of Nostalgic Japanese Tracks!
Do you remember which songs lit up Japan’s music scene in 2010? Timeless masterpieces and hits that still bring back the excitement of those days, even as the years pass.
In this article, we’ve gathered 2010 releases that became hit songs—from tracks featured in TV commercials and drama theme songs to popular tunes everyone sang at karaoke.
Just hearing them is sure to stir nostalgic memories for many! Please enjoy them along with music videos that capture the spirit of the times.
Playlist
| [Hit Songs of 2010] A Roundup of Nostalgic Japanese Tracks! | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| show_chart | Title | Playlist | Review |
| 1east | Thank youikimonogakari |  play_arrow | The smash hit song “Arigatou” by Ikimono-gakari |
| 2east | Cherry Blossom BookmarkAKB48 |  play_arrow | AKB48’s graduation support song |
| 3east | One moreFUNKY MONKEY BABYS |  play_arrow | A Koshien cheer song that believes in victory |
| 4east | From Me to Youflumpool |  play_arrow | An anthem of support that portrays flumpool’s feelings of love |
| 5east | Here we go! Phantom Thief GirlMomoiro Kurōbā Zetto |  play_arrow | A magical cheer song with Momoiro Clover's phantom thief theme |
| 6east | Endless skyarashi |  play_arrow | Arashi’s 34th single, an encouraging anthem with a positive outlook |
| 7east | Best FriendNishino Kana |  play_arrow | A heartwarming cheer song that sings about gratitude to friends |
| 8east | meteorKobukuro |  play_arrow | Kobukuro “Shooting Star”: a ballad likened to constellations |
| 9east | I’m falling in love with you againSakamoto Fuyumi |  play_arrow | Fuyumi Sakamoto covers Billy BanBan |
| 10east | I’ve always liked you.Saitō Kazuyoshi |  play_arrow | Saito Kazuyoshi’s signature song, released in 2010 |
| 11east | SolaninASIAN KUNG-FU GENERATION |  play_arrow | Main theme song of Solanin |
| 12east | StrongerEXILE |  play_arrow | An emotional ballad movie theme song by EXILE |
| 13east | BLESSL’Arc〜en〜Ciel |  play_arrow | L’Arc~en~Ciel’s Vancouver Olympics theme song |
| 14east | companion; comrade; friend; fellow; teammate; allyKetsumeishi |  play_arrow | A song that depicts the bonds of friendship and mutual encouragement |
| 15east | I love you, I love you, I love you.Kōda Kumi |  play_arrow | Kumi Koda’s piano ballad. A song about pure feelings of love. |
| 16east | BYE BYEKato Miria |  play_arrow | Parting and Resolve of Two Dream Chasers |
| 17east | Dear Snowarashi |  play_arrow | A love ballad with beautiful snowy scenery |
| 18east | Rainbow BayonHikawa Kiyoshi |  play_arrow | Kiyoshi Hikawa’s enka masterpiece, a love song overflowing with exotic ambience |
| 19east | AiHata Motohiro |  play_arrow | A classic ballad by Motohiro Hata that sings of ultimate love |
| 20east | Stop this nightJUJU |  play_arrow | A JUJU song is chosen as a TV drama’s theme song |
| 21east | Soul RevolutionSuperfly |  play_arrow | World Cup cheer song with a powerful tone |
| 22east | I miss you so much and want to see you.Nishino Kana |  play_arrow | Kana Nishino's 'Aitakute' is popular among women. |
| 23east | BeginnerAKB48 |  play_arrow | A cool song that’s not idol-like |
| 24east | Farting isn’t embarrassing.hannya, furuutsuponchi |  play_arrow | Kids' favorite: "Farting isn't embarrassing." |
| 25east | geeshōjo jidai |  play_arrow | Captivating songs by K-pop idols |
| 26east | Shamisen Traveling VagrantHikawa Kiyoshi |  play_arrow | Kiyoshi Hikawa, captivating with song in a classic |
| 27east | tear(s)FUNKY MONKEY BABYS |  play_arrow | A heartwarming cheer song by FAMM'IN |
| 28east | GoingKAT-TUN |  play_arrow | An uplifting song that supports people pursuing their dreams |
| 29east | 1! 2! 3! 4! Nice to meet you!SKE48 |  play_arrow | A popular SKE48 song—an upbeat, high-energy track. |
| 30east | This Is loveSMAP |  play_arrow | A single provided to SMAP by Love Psychedelico |
| 31east | We’ll hug each other out of joy.YU-KI |  play_arrow | A song with YUKI’s captivating vocals and lyrics |
| 32east | Last LoveKato Miria |  play_arrow | Miliyah Kato’s classic song that sings of the heartache of lost love |
| 33east | Troublemakerarashi |  play_arrow | Arashi’s “Troublemaker” is a popular song. |
| 34east | GO! GO! MANIACHōkago Tī Taimu |  play_arrow | The popular anime and music of K-On!! |
| 35east | NO,Thank You!Hōkago Tī Taimu |  play_arrow | The appeal and potential of anime theme songs |
| 36east | The Truly Scary Side of Love and RomanceKuwata Keisuke |  play_arrow | Keisuke Kuwata’s uniquely characteristic solo songs |
| 37east | OkayInaba Hiroshi |  play_arrow | Inaba's solo single—a cool song. |
| 38east | Screen of the EyesHey! Say! JUMP |  play_arrow | A nostalgic, easy-to-sing song in the Johnny's style |
| 39east | A lovestruck ordinary personsupittsu |  | A characteristically Spitz, forward-looking musical world |
| 40east | It’s not me unless it’s meGesu no Kiwami Otome. |  play_arrow | A song about affirming oneself and having the courage to face forward |
| 41east | Ponytail and ScrunchieAKB48 |  play_arrow | A quintessential summer anthem by AKB48, a symbol of their golden era. |
| 42east | Gimme Chocolate!!BABYMETAL |  play_arrow | BABYMETAL, hugely popular overseas, is making a big splash! |
| 43east | Family ~ Becoming OneKinKi Kids |  play_arrow | A rare self-written single by KinKi Kids, with a heartrending beauty. |
| 44east | 365 daysMr.Children |  play_arrow | Mr. Children’s popular songs sing of love and everyday life. |
| 45east | aruku aroundSakanakushon |  play_arrow | Captivated by an unusually powerful sound |
| 46east | Feathers of the HeartChīmu Doragon from AKB48 |  play_arrow | Anime songs by seven popular AKB48 members |
| 47east | monsterarashi |  play_arrow | A moving song from the drama starring Ohno |
| 48east | Ring a Ding DongKimura Kaera |  play_arrow | Kaela Kimura’s hit song and its music video are creating a huge buzz. |
| 49east | The Toilet GodUemura Kana |  play_arrow | Kana Uemura’s iconic hit representing 2010 |
| 50east | I like you.Shimizu Shota |  play_arrow | Shota Shimizu’s gentle singing voice and love songs |
| 51east | fireflyFukuyama Masaharu |  play_arrow | Theme song for a heartbreaking romance drama about a heroine with a terminal illness |
| 52east | Heavy rotationAKB48 |  play_arrow | AKB48's 'Heavy Rotation' is a big hit |
| 53east | HAPPYBUMP OF CHICKEN |  play_arrow | Getting hyped with BUMP OF CHICKEN’s hit songs |
| 54east | I Wish For YouEXILE |  play_arrow | EXILE’s “I Wish For You” is popular. |
| 55east | My Soul,Your Beats!/Brave SongLia, Tada Aoi |  play_arrow | An anime song that's upbeat and easy to listen to. |
| 56east | HeyPerfume |  play_arrow | The winter song “Nee” is one of Perfume’s signature tracks. |
| 57east | Baby, I love youTEE |  play_arrow | Singer TEE with moving lyrics and melody |
| 58east | GLORIAYUI |  play_arrow | A masterpiece by YUI that sings about moving forward toward dreams |
| 59east | One in a millionYamashita Tomohisa |  play_arrow | Yamapi’s exhilarating solo single, a song that marks a new frontier |
| 60east | Stop TimeTōhōshinki |  play_arrow | A heartwarming ballad by a K-pop band |
| 61east | LIFE ~Beyond What’s Right in Front of You~Kanjani∞ |  play_arrow | Kanjani’s new song is a masculine, forward-looking track. |
| 62east | Sakura GirlNEWS |  play_arrow | Poignant lyrics and a beautiful music video about cherry blossoms |
| 63east | Magical Cooking ~From You to You~BUMP OF CHICKEN |  play_arrow | A soothing hit band song that resonates with the adult heart |
| 64east | ALWAYSNakajima Mika |  play_arrow | A ballad song featuring Mika Nakashima’s clear, translucent vocals |
| 65east | The most beautiful meNakajima Mika |  play_arrow | Mika Nakashima’s “Sayonara” is a big hit on USEN |
| 66east | LOVE RAIN ~Rain of Love~Kubota Toshinobu |  play_arrow | Kubota’s love song resonates in my heart once again. |
| 67east | Delightful and Cheerful Kaibutsu-kunkaibutsukun |  play_arrow | Ohno-kun’s Kaibutsu-kun drama theme song—so nostalgic. |