Cute masterpieces of J‑Pop: recommended popular songs

ultra-strongestChou Tokimeki♡Sendenbu

Cho Tokimeki♡Sendenbu / “Super Strongest” Music Video

A track that racked up an astonishing total of over 300 million views on TikTok, included on the December 2024 album Tokimeki Rule Book.

Sung by Cho Tokimeki♡Sendenbu, the song’s lyrics stand out for being written to those who like you for who you are and to fans who support you as their “oshi.” The straightforward expressions of feeling—“Tell me I’m cute more,” “Cheer me on more”—come across as endearing and make you want to root for them.

Set to a bright, poppy melody, the lyrics blend self-affirmation with a sense of adorable charm.

Specially, do it.＝LOVE

=LOVE (Equal Love) / 18th Single “Tokubechu, Shite” [MV full]

=LOVE, the idol group produced by Rino Sashihara.

The title track of their 18th single, “Tokubechu, Shite / Koibito Ijo, Suki Miman,” is a cute love song in which the singer pleads with the one she loves: “Please love me even more than you do now.” It captures a maiden’s heart that finds ordinary words of love unsatisfying and longs for a special kiss, all set to a pop melody.

Released in February 2025, the music video surpassed 5 million views nine days after it dropped.

The visuals—featuring red-themed costumes and sets—have resonated with Gen Z.

It’s the perfect song for moments when you want to express your feelings of love with all your might or lean into an ultra-cute vibe.

Chaotic Wacha Life!FRUITS ZIPPER

[First-Ever Live Performance Video] FRUITS ZIPPER “Hachamecha Wacha Life!” / FRUITS ZIPPER Road To TOKYO DOME ~Hachamecha Wacha Live!~

Starting in October 2025, Hachamecha Wacha Life! was chosen as the opening theme for Crayon Shin-chan, and it’s an energy-packed piece.

This track brilliantly fuses the love they’ve had for Crayon Shin-chan since childhood with their signature NEW KAWAII aesthetic.

The lyrics carry the message: “Let’s freely enjoy every day!” Its bright, upbeat vibe appeals to a wide range of listeners, from kids to adults.

Be sure to take in its positive message!

I love youSuiyōbi no Campanella

Wednesday Campanella “Wo Ai Ni”

This is a playful song with lyrics that liken the course of love to mahjong hands.

It’s a track by Wednesday Campanella, included on the EP “Kawaii Joshi,” released in September 2025.

The song was written as the opening theme for season 2 of the TV anime Ranma 1/2.

Its up-tempo sound, wrapped in a mélange of pan-Asian imagery, contrasts with a love story that dives into risk on a wave of momentum—an expression only this unit could pull off.

Utaha’s vocals, shifting in tone from section to section, further enrich the song’s storytelling.

It’s an addictive number that lifts your spirits the moment you listen.

My cutest partFRUITS ZIPPER

[MV] FRUITS ZIPPER - My Cutest Part

FRUITS ZIPPER’s signature song that racked up 800 million views on TikTok and captured Gen Z’s hearts.

It was released digitally in April 2022 and later came out as their first CD single in nine editions in September the following year.

This track celebrates embracing your own cuteness and the joy of being noticed by someone you like.

With a dazzling brass-infused sound and irresistibly sweet, pure vocals, it’s a feel-good tune.

Perfect for boosting your self-esteem or showing your charm to someone you’re interested in.

Sorry for Being Cute feat. Chu-tan (CV: Saori Hayami)HONEY WORKS

Sorry for Being Cute feat. Chuutan (CV: Saori Hayami) / HoneyWorks

A song that captivates Gen Z by boldly embracing its own cuteness.

This character song by HoneyWorks, sung by Saori Hayami as Chizuru Nakamura, celebrates a new-age mindset that doesn’t shy away from being a little calculating—it turns it into a weapon.

Set to lively guitar and synths, it weaves a message of strength in staying true to yourself without worrying about others’ eyes.

Since its digital release in November 2022, it exploded on TikTok and became a social phenomenon, culminating in the JASRAC Silver Award in 2024.

Listening to this track makes you feel that recognizing your own charm is something wonderful, so give it a try when you want a boost of self-esteem.

Love me!Oozora Subaru

[Original Song] Love Me! [hololive/Subaru Oozora]

Its exhilarating, refreshing sound is truly captivating! Released in September 2025 to celebrate her 7th anniversary, the song is by Subaru Oozora from hololive.

Lyrics and composition are by Vocaloid producer Takaaki Natsushiro.

The lyrics straightforwardly convey the gratitude and love for her fans that she was too shy to express before.

Carrying a message that affirms the present—walking forward together with loved ones even after experiencing setbacks—it warmly touches listeners’ hearts.

I believe that sincere sentiment, delivered atop a cute melody, will give you energy for each day!