[Great to Listen to and Sing] A Collection of Cool Japanese Songs [2026]

NautilusYorushika

Yorushika – Nautilus (OFFICIAL VIDEO)

This is a song by Yorushika, a rock band led by Vocaloid producer n-buna.

It’s included on their second album, Elma, released in 2019.

Vocalist suis’s crystal-clear voice seeps deep into your heart.

It’s a beautifully emotional rock ballad where you can feel an explosion of feeling within the quiet.

Why does it bring you to tears when you listen to it?

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Araki Jakkan

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PRAYING RUNUVERworld

UVERworld 『PRAYING RUN』

UVERworld is an artist that embodies Japan’s unique “cool” that can’t be boxed into genres like rock or hip-hop—truly pushing the times forward.

It’s also great how they show a different side with every song! The spirit running through this track—“there’s no point hesitating; you just have to move forward”—is the very essence of UVERworld.

I think listening to it on the morning of an important day, like a match or an exam you absolutely can’t lose, will really fire you up! As an aside, their 2015 Christmas live at the Budokan, which is also available on DVD, was simply breathtaking.

Check it out if you get the chance!

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yama『End roll』　Lyric Video

Marking the fifth anniversary of their debut, this work was created around the theme of confronting one’s roots.

“End roll,” sung by yama, is a single released in January 2026 and serves as a lead track ahead of the concept EP “C.U.T” coming in March.

Produced by GeG of Hentai Shinshi Club, the song features a refined track that opens with a beautiful piano melody.

The lyrics carefully portray the emotional fluctuations of everyday life, evoking the texture of ordinary moments.

Offering a departure from the previously fast-paced image, its urban, mature sound is part of its appeal.

It’s a great listen for slow evening hours or when you want time alone to think.

single-minded; wholehearted; devoted; earnestKing Gnu

King Gnu – Ichizu

“Itto,” which drew attention as the theme song for the popular anime Jujutsu Kaisen’s film Jujutsu Kaisen 0, was released in December 2021 as a double A-side single, “Itto/Gyakusabaku.” Many people probably noticed it from the movie trailer commercials.

The cool, fast-paced guitar sound is explosively stylish right from the intro! With twin vocals, it’s a surefire hit to sing with a friend at karaoke or a school festival.

The ending theme “Gyakusabaku,” which plays in the film as well, has a different kind of charm, so be sure to give it a listen.

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kurichan

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FlashpointReGLOSS

ReGLOSS ‘Flashpoint’ OFFICIAL MV

This is a track by ReGLOSS, a VTuber group from hololive production.

It’s included on their second album, “Snapshot,” released in November 2025.

The lyrics depict moments of resolve reaching a critical point and taking flight toward a new stage, conveying their determination to step into the next phase after the days they’ve built up since their debut.

With razor-sharp synth bass and a rhythmic beat creating a sense of speed, this up-tempo number promises to ignite the crowd at live shows.

Speak of the Devil feat. MasatoSurvive Said The Prophet

Speak of the Devil feat. Masato / Music Video | Survive Said The Prophet

Survive Said The Prophet is a rock band that earns wide support with a broad musical palette centered on loud rock.

Released digitally on January 17, 2026, this track drew major attention for featuring coldrain’s Masato as a guest.

With one of the most massive sounds in the band’s history, the explosive shouts traded between Yosh and Masato create a development that shakes the listener to the core.

The song was produced as the ending theme for the second cour of the anime Fire Force Season 3, and it carries a heartfelt message that digs into the story’s core.

You can feel the strong will to overcome conflict and pain.

It’s a track you’ll want to play when you need to fire yourself up or stoke that burning passion.

Cliff-Edge Ruby (VS. Aina the End)Toukyou Sukapara Daisu Ookesutora

Cliff-Edge Ruby (vs. AiNA THE END) / TOKYO SKA PARADISE ORCHESTRA

Tokyo Ska Paradise Orchestra, who have been turning heads with their collaborative “VS.

Series” featuring a variety of guests, present the fifth installment with Aina the End: “Cliff-Edge Ruby (VS.

Aina the End).” It’s a grand, high-velocity track where a weighty ska sound meshes beautifully with strings.

With powerful lyrics that flip even cliff-edge situations into chances for a comeback, and Aina the End’s expressively dynamic vocals and rap, this song is sure to set listeners’ hearts ablaze.

Released in January 2026, it was chosen as the theme song for the drama “Professional: Insurance Investigator Ren Amane,” and also drew attention for Kenta Matsukuma’s participation in the production.

It’s a song that gives you a push when you need the courage to face difficulties.