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

MelissaPorunogurafiti

PORNO GRAFFITTI 'Melissa' (ROMANCE PORNO ’08 ~10 YEARS GIFT~) / PORNOGRAFFITTI 'Melissa (Live Ver.)'

This is the 12th single by Porno Graffitti, a two-piece rock band from Hiroshima Prefecture who made their major debut in 1999.

The song was used as the opening theme for the TV anime Fullmetal Alchemist, and its structure—starting right from the chorus—instantly cranks the energy to the max.

With a distinctive yet catchy melody that’s quintessentially Porno Graffitti, it’s a number that’s guaranteed to get everyone hyped, whether you’re singing it at karaoke or just listening.

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Hoshino Takashi

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Ma humanatarashii gakkou no rīdāzu

ATARASHII GAKKO! – Ma-Ningen (Official Music Video)

“Ma-Ningen” by Atarashii Gakko! is a track released in August 2023 and a standout piece that opens the drama “Assistant Inspector Daimajin.” It powerfully voices anger and a thirst for truth, packed with enough energy to blow away any mental haze.

The combination of edgy guitar riffs and driving beats pulls listeners into a feverish world.

It’s a song that gives anyone the courage to face their inner self and live honestly.

It’ll grab your heart and never let go!

Jupiter feat. Koshi InabaFukuyama Masaharu

Jupiter

Masaharu Fukuyama, a singer-songwriter who has long remained at the forefront, returns with a grand ballad released digitally in December 2025.

Written specifically as the theme song for the film Last Man -FIRST LOVE-, in which he also stars, the track features a standout collaboration: Koshi Inaba of B’z contributes lyrics and guest vocals.

The voices of these two leading figures in Japanese music intertwine to deeply move listeners.

It’s a song you’ll want to sink into, expressing a powerful resolve to protect someone dear.

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[Alexandros] – Flash (MV) Theme Song of Mobile Suit Gundam: Hathaway's Flash

Tight, dramatic, and emotional, this rock track avoids the sticky, clichéd vocal melodies often found in J-pop, instead delivering a refined coolness through its distinctive high-tone voice.

Its exhilarating sense of speed feels great, so focusing on rhythm and delivering the words crisply should help you nail it.

On the flip side, attempting it without practice could be disastrous…

If you listen closely, practice thoroughly, and get it down, it’ll come across like an incredibly cool Western-style rock number.

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Guitar, Loneliness, and the Blue Planetkessoku bando

[Lyric Video] Kessoku Band - “Guitar, Loneliness and the Blue Planet” / In-episode song from TV anime “Bocchi the Rock!” Episode 5

In the TV anime Bocchi the Rock!, the band Kessoku Band serves as the story’s focal point.

The in-anime song “Guitar, Loneliness and the Blue Planet,” featured in episode 5, is a track whose arrangement spotlights straightforward guitar rock, pumping up the energy.

The niche phrases in the lyrics are the kind that any guitarist can’t help but react to.

Far from being just another song from an anime, it’s a cool, high-quality rock tune.

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Hoshino Takashi

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festivalFuji Kaze

Fujii Kaze – Matsuri（Official Video）

Fujii Kaze’s track shifts from flute tones that evoke a Japanese aesthetic to an urban beat that creates a smooth, satisfying groove.

The song overflows with a celebratory spirit, boldly proclaiming that life is a festival.

At the same time, the occasional melody that hints at a quiet loneliness is part of its charm.

The lyrics—about loving everything you have and savoring everyday life in its entirety—are sure to lift the listener’s spirits.

First released in March 2022, this lead track comes from the acclaimed masterpiece “LOVE ALL SERVE ALL,” which won the Grand Prize at the 15th CD Shop Awards in 2023.

It’s a stylish number that will brighten your musical life, perfect for boosting your mood or accompanying a drive.

On the edge (chop)B’z

B'z / Giri Giri Chop

The 26th single by B’z, a rock duo that continues to make history in Japan’s rock scene.

Chosen as the opening theme for the TV anime Detective Conan, this uptempo shuffle-beat rock tune amps up the energy.

While the track has an aggressive, quintessential hard rock vibe, it also showcases B’z’s signature poppy, catchy phrases and melodies—music that lifts your spirits just by listening.

Note that it’s quite high in key for karaoke, so adjusting it to a comfortable range can make it a great stress reliever.

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Hoshino Takashi

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