Famous and popular Japanese summer songs you’ll want to sing at karaoke
What songs come to mind when you think of summer tunes?
Maybe you’re one of those people who think, “If I go to karaoke in the summer, I want to sing summer songs, but I can’t think of any!” and end up struggling to pick a track.
It’s true—“summer songs” cover a wide range, from tracks that get you hyped to ballads that capture the unique, mellow emotions of the season, making it hard to choose.
In this article, we’ll introduce plenty of summer songs for various situations.
From high-energy anthems to moving, mellow listens, we’ve selected popular karaoke picks.
Use this as a guide for choosing your songs!
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Top 10 Japanese summer song classics and popular tracks to sing at karaoke
Ghost of the SeaYonezu Kenshi
Kenshi Yonezu’s “Umi no Yuurei,” released in 2019, is a great pick for summer karaoke as a sea-themed song, just like its title suggests.
The slightly eerie, ghost-like atmosphere also makes it perfect for summer tunes.
Above all, Yonezu’s songs are all popular and widely known, so no matter who you go to karaoke with, it’s sure to be a hit.
Shanghai HoneyORANGE RANGE
A refreshing, feel-good track that sings about the feeling of being in love on a sun-drenched summer beach.
Known as one of ORANGE RANGE’s signature songs, this 2003 release sold over 200,000 copies despite having no tie-in.
Its popularity grew even more after it was later used as an insert song in the 2004 drama Orange Days.
It remains a staple at their live shows, thrilling fans to this day.
Perfect for livening up a karaoke session and creating summer memories, it features a lively rhythm and catchy melody that make it easy and fun for anyone to sing!
Ultra SoulB’z
Anyway, it’s super high-energy! You can’t resist the full-on summer brightness and the insanely catchy, powerful melody.
Since it’s used as the theme song for the World Aquatics Championships, it also gives off a cool, refreshing vibe.
It’s a song that always brings the house down at karaoke.
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A Perfect SkyBONNIE PINK
A song that was featured in the ANESSA sunscreen commercial and became a hot topic.
Its catchy phrases and irresistibly sexy vocals are striking—you can’t help but want to dance.
The music video is full of summertime vibes, so be sure to check it out.
Shanana☆MINMI
When you think of summer, it’s all about parties, right? This is MINMI’s killer tune that gets everyone hyped.
With a calypso beat mixed with soulful elements, it’s super cool.
Sing it at karaoke and everyone will be itching to start dancing—no doubt about it!
Sunny Day SundaySENTIMENTAL:BUS
For anyone who played youth baseball, this song is probably familiar as a cheering anthem.
Ever since it was featured in a Pocari Sweat TV commercial, it’s carried a strong image of summer.
It’s a classic by Senchiba that evokes the straight-ahead, single-minded days of youth devoted to baseball.
Summer SongYUI
For YUI, it’s a rare, very refreshing, summery song.
Fans even say it has the vibe of chilled barley tea! It’s catchy, and the chorus—sung with a slightly falsetto tone—radiates an elegant coolness that’s truly appealing.
Please sing it in a cute style!