[J-Pop] Japanese dance music that makes you want to start dancing
Dance music used to mean music from overseas, but lately there’s been more Japanese dance music, and artists’ dance skills have been improving too.
There are now tons of songs that blend Western influences while making the most of the beauty of Japanese lyrics.
We’ve put together a big collection of Japanese dance tracks that will get you hyped!
Dance is shifting from something underground to something mainstream, and I’d be thrilled if it becomes even more commonplace from here on out.
We’ve lined up dance tracks that will make you want to move your body, so find your favorites and let’s all start dancing while we listen!
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[J-POP] Japanese Dance Music That Makes You Want to Start Dancing (41–50)
Just Used Music AgainRHYME SO
In the fast-changing dance music scene, this may be a nostalgic, filter house–style sound, but by changing the way it’s presented and delivered, it feels remarkably fresh.
It’s a unit formed by Shinichi Osawa of MONDO GROSSO—whose sudden announcement in the fall of 2019 became a hot topic—and RHYME, who’s active as a DJ, singer-songwriter, and model.
It was released through 88rising, a label that brings together globally watched Asian creators.
It’s said that several messages are hidden within the piece.
A mysterious track with a touch of melancholy.
[J-Pop] Japanese Dance Music That Makes You Want to Get Up and Dance (51–60)
DecoyFriday Night Plans
Friday Night Plans is also known for covering Mariya Takeuchi’s classic “Plastic Love,” and is one of the R&B singers expected to make big waves.
The minimalist lo‑fi sound is super cool.
You can listen to it on repeat, and it’s the kind of track you can dance to effortlessly in a second-floor space or a lounge.
LIFE feat.birdMondo Grosso
A collaboration between Shinichi Osawa’s solo project MONDO GROSSO and singer-songwriter bird! The crystalline vocals intertwined with the breezy Brazilian house beat create a sound that instantly lifts your spirits.
The worldview evokes the sparkle found along life’s journey and the light-footed steps toward the future—simply wonderful.
Released in May 2000, the track is also famous for being used in ANA’s Okinawa campaign commercial.
It’s included on the album MG4 and is perfect for a sunny-day drive or a laid-back afternoon soundtrack.
The natural, body-swaying groove is unbeatable!
Don’t Stop The Music feat. Chisato Moritakatofubeats
Featuring Chisato Moritaka on vocals, this work blends the timeless sparkle of ’90s J-pop with a sophisticated club sound.
It captures the flutter of excitement when the music starts and the pure feelings that never fade, no matter how old you get—just listening to it makes your heart race.
The album that includes this track, First Album, was highly praised, reaching as high as No.
5 on the Oricon daily chart in October 2014.
Its danceable, comfortable beat makes it perfect for relaxing on a day off or for a drive.
New Treasure IslandSakanakushon
This work is captivating for its catchy rhythm, retro-infused sound, and addictive progression.
Blending dance music with rock, it features an impressive 1980s-style synthesizer sound.
It expresses a steady, deliberate approach toward dreams, hopes, and goals in creative endeavors, resulting in a track that lifts the heart with every listen.
Produced by Sakanaction in September 2015, it was created as the theme song for the film Bakuman.
The music video, packed with retro-inspired direction, also drew attention, and the song reached No.
1 on the Billboard JAPAN Hot 100.
It’s recommended for those who want to cherish hope for the future and a positive mindset, for people involved in creative activities, and above all, for anyone about to embark on a new challenge.
GravityThe fin.
A song by The fin., a band that left Japan and continues to raise their profile overseas.
Their vocals, which make frequent use of falsetto—a hallmark of their sound—resonate comfortably over synths and reverb-drenched guitars.
The beat is a simple eight-beat, yet the groove-rich sound is truly world-class!
Young NightsKSUKE
While performing worldwide from major festivals around the globe to nightclubs, producer and DJ KSUKE—who is also drawing attention as DJ DANGER×DEER (DJ / KSUKE) from Coronana More Mom (Maximum the Hormone 2nd Store)—delivers a flagship track from 2019 that he produced.
As news spread about his first-ever appearance at ROCK IN JAPAN FESTIVAL 2019, the track was also selected as the theme song for the ULTRA JAPAN 2019 commercial.