Cute masterpieces of J‑Pop: recommended popular songs
From among Japan’s leading artists, our studio staff introduces adorable classics and popular tracks.
This cute playlist is also recommended as a best-of introduction to Japanese music.
Playlist
| Cute masterpieces of J‑Pop: recommended popular songs | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| show_chart | Title | Playlist | Review |
| 1east | Song of KyūsutoCUTIE STREET |  play_arrow | A hype song for CUTIE STREET’s live shows |
| 2east | wakashi・sawagashi・Ska PunkHatsuboshi Gakuen |  play_arrow | A ska punk song from Gakuen Idolmaster |
| 3east | Dreaming Prima DonnaCUTIE STREET |  play_arrow | CUTIE STREET's new song is hugely popular, with all shows sold out |
| 4east | KimikoiFRUITS ZIPPER |  play_arrow | FRUITS ZIPPER’s Love Song |
| 5north_east | PurikyukyuCUTIE STREET |  play_arrow | A youth purikura anthem showcasing CUTIE’s full charm |
| 6south_east | The air feels so fresh next to you.HoneyWorks feat.Kotoha |  play_arrow | A heartwarming song that sings of the joy of spending time with a loved one |
| 7south_east | Anniversary of loving you every daykyururin tte shite mite |  play_arrow | A catchy song that portrays the joy of love |
| 8east | ri stepmameshiba no taigun |  play_arrow | Idol group Mameshiba no Taigun, a powerful song about overcoming setbacks |
| 9east | Researching CHU CHU CHU!KAWAII LAB. |  play_arrow | KAWAII LAB. joint song, a challenge by four groups |
| 10east | Goosey-peepyHatsuboshi Gakuen |  play_arrow | An energetic chiptune track with a sense of speed |
| 11east | My cutest partFRUITS ZIPPER |  play_arrow | A popular youthful happy song on TikTok |
| 12east | Vivanajinoa & eto |  play_arrow | A pop anthem of hope and self-affirmation |
| 13east | Uniyakanatsuiro matsuri |  play_arrow | An addictive love song by Natsuiro Matsuri |
| 14east | Specially, do it.＝LOVE |  play_arrow | =LOVE's latest single is a big hit |
| 15east | Happy Yummy Lucky YummyGANG PARADE |  play_arrow | Feeling positive with an anime opening theme |
| 16east | POP IN 2B Komachi |  play_arrow | A bittersweet idol song from the anime Oshi no Ko |
| 17east | Single‑minded Cinderella!CUTIE STREET |  play_arrow | A love song packed with cuteness |
| 18east | Sorry for Being Cute feat. Chu-tan (CV: Saori Hayami)HONEY WORKS |  play_arrow | A song that turns your true self into a weapon |
| 19east | Chu, diversity.ano |  play_arrow | A Chinese-style pop song for an anime ending theme |
| 20east | a tease; someone who leads others on≠ME |  play_arrow | A bittersweet love song by ≠ME with lyrics by Rino Sashihara |
| 21east | calculatingly cuteHinatazaka46 |  play_arrow | A pure, love-filled song that’s popular with a wide audience. |
| 22east | It’s the cutest ever!Chou Tokimeki♡Sendenbu |  play_arrow | From heartbreak to self-acceptance: a song of a forward-looking heart |
| 23east | ultra-strongestChou Tokimeki♡Sendenbu |  play_arrow | A big hit on TikTok: an anthem that boosts self-esteem |
| 24east | Chaotic Wacha Life!FRUITS ZIPPER |  play_arrow | Crayon Shin-chan’s new theme: a free and fun world |
| 25east | rosehip teaYuika |  play_arrow | A drama theme song that refreshingly portrays feelings of love |
| 26east | I love youSuiyōbi no Campanella |  play_arrow | A song that likens the course of love to mahjong hands |
| 27east | Love me!Oozora Subaru |  play_arrow | Subaru’s 7th anniversary song, a song of gratitude and love |
| 28east | charmKizunaAI |  play_arrow | Kizuna AI’s new song, a track that colors a heart-throbbing everyday life. |
| 29east | Charismatic Devil!sutopuri |  play_arrow | A cute, addictive love song |
| 30east | HELLOYUI |  play_arrow | Early-summer love, a song of buoyant exhilaration |
| 31east | Next-level cute!CANDY TUNE |  play_arrow | Idol pop from KAWAII LAB., an uplifting, encouraging anthem |
| 32east | Could you look for something cute?CUTIE STREET |  play_arrow | A pop song with the confidence to embrace clumsiness |
| 33east | 88888888PiKi |  play_arrow | A movie-collaboration track that conveys the impatience/unease of a maze |
| 34east | Kawaii KaiwaiPiKi |  play_arrow | The magic of 'kawaii', PiKi’s debut song |
| 35east | KOGYA`S KITCHENKOGYARU |  play_arrow | A fun work that fuses cooking and hip-hop. |
| 36east | Magical Starshine Make-up☆Nishino Kana |  play_arrow | An encouraging song by Kana Nishino that changes your mood with makeup |
| 37east | LoveTreCUTIE STREET |  play_arrow | A pop tune that likens a lovestruck girl's feelings to a train |
| 38east | Merry XmasBoA |  play_arrow | Heartwarming scenes of Christmas songs |
| 39east | Happy! Fun! I love it!DREAMS COME TRUE |  play_arrow | A heartwarming song that sings of dreamlike love |
| 40east | Welcome back.ayaka |  play_arrow | A song that lets you feel the warmth of coming home |
| 41east | JOYYU-KI |  play_arrow | An uplifting anthem that celebrates the joy of living positively |
| 42east | Monster IslandSuiyōbi no Campanella |  play_arrow | Chibi Godzilla’s song is full of playfulness. |
| 43north_east | When I Fall in LoveCrystal Kay |  play_arrow | Love song, Crystal Kay’s husky voice |
| 44south_east | One thing I want to ask youSHISHAMO |  play_arrow | Singing of a cute crush and pure feelings |
| 45east | younger boykyandīzu |  play_arrow | A classic hit by Candies, a song about love with a younger person. |
| 46east | Love♡Scream!AiScReam |  play_arrow | A song by AiScReam that sings of the sweetness of love and heartfelt feelings |
| 47east | Cannot stop the queue!CUTIE STREET |  play_arrow | Grab hearts with an energetic track! |
| 48east | Blue Hawaii Lemon≒JOY |  play_arrow | ≒JOY's third summer love song |
| 49east | A devoted girl.Yuika |  play_arrow | Expressing straightforward romantic feelings through a band sound |
| 50east | weeklynishina |  play_arrow | Nishina’s new song, a pleasant pop tune |
| 51east | First LoveUtada Hikaru |  play_arrow | It wouldn’t be an exaggeration to call it one of Hikaru Utada’s signature songs… |
| 52east | crescent moonayaka |  play_arrow | It’s a song famous as Ayaka’s debut single. In autumn… |
| 53east | gap; opening; chance; weakness; chinkyūri |  play_arrow | A catchy musical work that captures the subtleties of the heart. |
| 54east | lightlyTomioka Ai |  play_arrow | A positive pop song, the exhilaration of being in love |
| 55east | normalConton Candy |  play_arrow | A moving work that gently sings of everyday happiness |
| 56east | Follow MeE-girls |  play_arrow | A bold, love-cheer anthem for girls, sung in a cute style |
| 57east | NEW KAWAIIFRUITS ZIPPER |  play_arrow | A pop song filled with feelings of love |
| 58east | frecklesJUDY AND MARY |  play_arrow | Expressing the timeless song from Rurouni Kenshin, Koigokoro (Love’s Heart) |
| 59east | Map of the FutureMi |  play_arrow | A positive cheer song for a girl in love |
| 60east | HalfwaySalyu |  play_arrow | Salyu’s gentle singing voice that conveys the bittersweetness of love |
| 61east | Reversible, baby.Kanoerana |  play_arrow | A masterpiece that sings of Kanoerana's feelings of love |
| 62east | A lover is a cheerleader for your heartkantorī musume. |  play_arrow | A cheer song for girls in love—cheering on your feelings! |
| 63east | GA-TAN GO-TONNakajima Rei |  play_arrow | A refreshing new song with a train rhythm, feelings for the journey |
| 64east | Bud of LoveKōda Kumi |  play_arrow | Koda Kumi’s adorable love song and the charm of Kansai dialect |
| 65east | The Bride of SetoKoyanagi Rumiko |  play_arrow | Rumiko Koyanagi’s breakout song, singing of a woman’s heart. |
| 66east | The High-Class Mermaid of the ShoreKoizumi Kyoko |  play_arrow | Kyoko Koizumi’s classic song that sings of summer love |
| 67east | cherry blossomKawamoto Makoto |  play_arrow | Spring light and gentle melodies express the complex emotions of youth |
| 68east | Sentimental JourneyMatsumoto Iyo |  play_arrow | A classic song that sings of the bittersweet love of youth, overflowing with nostalgia |
| 69east | red catSuiyōbi no Campanella |  play_arrow | Ramen theme song, heartwarming and soothing |
| 70east | Smile for meKawai Naoko |  play_arrow | Naoko Kawai’s youthful song, perfect for summer |
| 71east | My Sweer Darlin’Yaita Hitomi |  play_arrow | Hitomi Yaida’s upbeat love song |
| 72east | MetomeKano |  play_arrow | City pop that portrays Kano’s growth and loneliness |
| 73east | Like when we first metEvery Little Thing |  play_arrow | A youthful song that never forgets the first feelings of love |
| 74east | Bus RomanceChatto Monchī |  play_arrow | A sweet and bittersweet long-distance love song sung by Chamon |
| 75east | Valentine KissKunikyo Sayuri |  play_arrow | The perfect song for making chocolates on Valentine’s Day |
| 76east | GarnetOku Hanako |  play_arrow | A love song that weaves bittersweet memories of youth |
| 77east | RomanceIwasaki Hiromi |  play_arrow | Hiromi Iwasaki’s vocal prowess and the appeal of her lyrics |
| 78east | Only oneYano Akiko |  play_arrow | Akiko Yano’s heartwarming lyrics and music |
| 79east | SeptemberCRAZY KEN BAND |  play_arrow | With its unique character, a touch of coolness, and catchiness... |
| 80east | Moon and Sweet TearsChara |  play_arrow | Cute vocal work and stylish… |
| 81east | Not reflected in the eyesindigo la End |  play_arrow | An urban-style sound with an unforgettable, impactful vibe... |
| 82east | Our Elegy (You and I)sakaiyuu |  play_arrow | A vocal sensibility that conveys kindness and outstanding sa… |
| 83east | Rain is like a blanketKirinji |  play_arrow | Brimming with originality, a keen sense for sound and ki... |
| 84east | Maplesupittsu |  play_arrow | The acoustics, which boast overwhelming name recognition, ... |
| 85east | Premonition of LoveInoue Yosui |  play_arrow | While featuring richly gritty vocal work, it’s high-… |
| 86east | chameleonYagami Junko |  play_arrow | Radiating an overwhelming presence in the Showa-era kayō (pop) music scene… |
| 87east | Embraced by the wintry windKoizumi Kyoko |  play_arrow | A refined vocal vibe and a stylish... |
| 88east | Blown by the windMoritaka Chisato |  play_arrow | A cute vocal performance with a touch of power… |
| 89east | I won’t fall in love anymore.Makihara Noriyuki |  play_arrow | With an exceptional sense for lyrics that makes you want to hum along… |
| 90east | Dress DownAkimoto Kaoru |  play_arrow | The excellence of its universal melodic sense stood out… |
| 91east | True LoveFujii Fumiya |  play_arrow | Embracing vocal sensibility and outstanding performance… |
| 92east | Love TripTakako Mamiya |  play_arrow | A city pop style with a refined, bittersweet edge is winning fans… |
| 93east | L.A.NightsAgawa Yasuko |  play_arrow | Incorporating the sound style of acid jazz… |
| 94east | Yo-kai Exercise No. 1Dream5 |  play_arrow | The theme song of the children’s anime Yo-kai Watch and… |
| 95east | I love you!Little Glee Monster |  play_arrow | A woman popular for her powerful vocals and beautiful harmonies… |
| 96east | 360°miwa |  play_arrow | mi by an artist popular across a wide range of generations… |
| 97east | Bluebirdikimonogakari |  play_arrow | Loved by many students, the song is also performed at events such as graduation ceremonies... |
| 98east | LOVE MachineMōningu Musume. |  play_arrow | The signature song of the super idol group Morning Musume… |
| 99east | Make my heartHirai Ken |  play_arrow | The artist Ken Hirai, renowned for his overwhelming vocal prowess... |
| 100east | loveHoshino Gen |  play_arrow | Speaking of recent funny songs, “Koi Dance”... |
| 101east | I’ll give you romanceUshio Hashimoto |  play_arrow | Dragon Ball, which still boasts tremendous popularity... |
| 102east | Full of dreamsSeki Yumiko |  play_arrow | The first (original) version of the TV anime Chibi Maruko-chan (… |
| 103east | Love’s Melody and Rainy SkiesAAA |  play_arrow | It’s a signature ballad by AAA. A stirring… |
| 104east | Answer of the Autumn WindFlower |  play_arrow | A love that thinks only of the other person straight and true—and the passion that... |
| 105east | for a long timeKiroro |  play_arrow | She sings with piano accompaniment from the beginning of the song to the end… |
| 106east | MPRINCESS PRINCESS |  play_arrow | A ballad by Princess Princess that became a huge hi... |
| 107east | Beyond the Night SkySMAP |  play_arrow | Although it unfortunately disbanded in 2016, the nation... |
| 108east | Happy Endingback number |  play_arrow | The movie “I’ll Date You Tomorrow, Yesterday” … |
| 109east | Like the moon tonightElefanto Kashimashi |  play_arrow | Someday, like the glow of the moon we see now... |
| 110east | balladKetsumeishi |  play_arrow | It’s a big hit song by Ketsumeishi. You mustn’t love… |
| 111east | budKobukuro |  play_arrow | When it comes to Kobukuro, some people think of this song… |
| 112east | single bedSha ran Q |  play_arrow | It's a representative ballad by Sharam Q. So heartbreaking... |
| 113east | KanadeSukima Suichi |  play_arrow | Featured as an insert song for the film “Rough.” |
| 114east | Togetsukyo ~Thinking of You~Kuraki Mai |  play_arrow | Speaking of Mai Kuraki, it's the theme songs for Detective Conan... |
| 115east | planetariumOtsuka Ai |  play_arrow | Among Ai Otsuka’s ballads, a song that became a big hit… |
| 116east | JupiterHirahara Ayaka |  play_arrow | The original piece is by Gustav Holst, a master of the classical music world... |
| 117east | Ballad of a SingerSaitō Kazuyoshi |  play_arrow | Released in 1997, it became a hit and afterwards, ma... |
| 118east | ginkgoYūsuke |  play_arrow | From a man's perspective, with a loved one from spring through autumn... |
| 119east | Love SongGO!GO!7188 |  play_arrow | A fast-paced band sound with a girlish vibe... |
| 120east | evening calmHi Fi SET |  play_arrow | Expressing a refined city-pop style… |
| 121east | Tonight is yesanzenchitai |  | While it has a rugged edge, the richly seductive lyric is capti… |
| 122east | Cotton HandkerchiefŌta Hiromi |  play_arrow | Hiromi Ohta’s song released in 1975… |
| 123east | nape (of the neck)aiko |  play_arrow | Aiko’s masterpiece with a unique and distinctive worldview... |
| 124east | map in the cupAZKi |  play_arrow | Small happiness that spreads in a single drink |
| 125east | Go Girl ~Victory of Love~Mōningu Musume. |  play_arrow | Singing about the positive feelings of a girl in love. |
| 126east | cherry (sweet cherry; cherry fruit)Otsuka Ai |  play_arrow | A cherry-love song that gives you energy |
| 127east | The Door to TomorrowKawashima Ai |  play_arrow | TV show theme song with poignant lyrics and a striking impression |
| 128east | Peach-Colored CrushMatsuura Aya |  play_arrow | When you fall in love, everything looks pink. |
| 129east | User ManualNishino Kana |  play_arrow | A cheer song to understand a girl's feelings |
| 130east | Heavenly KissMatsuda Seiko |  play_arrow | Cute love songs by Seiko Matsuda that express a young girl's feelings |
| 131east | I’m not afraid of wolves at all.Ishino Mako |  | Singing about the feelings of a girl who puts on a brave front like a wolf |