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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Japanese summer hit songs you’ll want to sing at karaoke: classics and popular picks (11–20)
secret base ~What You Gave Me~ZONE
One of ZONE’s signature songs.
It grabs your heart right from the intro, doesn’t it? It’s filled with that uniquely summer kind of bittersweetness, and for many people this song makes your chest tighten for no reason at all.
The lyrics are truly lovely too, so it’d be great to sing it while paying fresh attention to them.
Summer Colorsyuzu
Listening to this brings to mind refreshing summer scenery, doesn’t it? As one of Yuzu’s signature songs, it’s upbeat and instantly lifts your spirits! It even has a charm that makes your body start dancing before you know it.
It’s guaranteed to be a hit at karaoke, too!
Surfing JohnnyKuwata Keisuke
When you think of Keisuke Kuwata, many people probably think of this song! It’s a pop tune that captures the sparkling freshness and bittersweet vibe of summer.
Pay attention to the cool piano riff and slide guitar.
Sing it at karaoke and you’ll be in a summer mood in no time.
water lily blossomShonan no Kaze
When it comes to summer, this is the one! It’s an absolute must at karaoke—a super hype track that never fails.
It captures that summer party vibe and the blazing sun—just an all-around uplifting song.
It’s especially fun if you split the chorus and Wakadanna’s part with friends and sing by parts—highly recommended!
Nagisasupittsu
When it comes to Spitz’s summer songs, this is the one! Interestingly, though, the word “summer” never actually appears in the lyrics.
It’s a track with an intro so striking it makes you want to head out somewhere on a whim.
It’s easy to remember and catchy, so I think anyone would find it easy to sing.
summer festivalWhiteberry
A classic oldie that everyone can sing.
It’s a song you’ll want to listen to during fireworks season.
It starts gently, builds up little by little, and by the chorus your excitement is guaranteed to hit MAX! Go ahead and sing it as cute as you can.
Japanese Summer Song Classics and Popular Tracks You’ll Want to Sing at Karaoke (21–30)
Everyday, KachushaAKB48
If you want to instantly liven up a karaoke session and get into a summer mood, how about picking the song that AKB48 turned into a massive hit in 2011? It’s a quintessential idol tune with a pleasant melody and straightforward lyrics that evoke a sunlit seaside.
The song depicts a bittersweet crush—being drawn to the innocent moment of taking off a headband and wishing to spend time together again next year.
Released in May 2011 as their 21st single, it also became familiar through its tie-in with Asahi Soft Drinks’ “WONDA.” One of the great things about AKB48’s songs is how they energize any party when sung.
Why not try this easy-to-sing, refreshing, summer-memory companion of a number?