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!
Playlist
| Famous and popular Japanese summer songs you’ll want to sing at karaoke | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| show_chart | Title | Playlist | Review |
| 1 | fireworks (launched into the sky)DAOKO × Yonezu Kenshi |  play_arrow | A bittersweet love song about fireworks by two wildly popular artists |
| 2 | Paradise BabyRIP SLYME |  play_arrow | Bossa nova masterpieces centered on acoustic guitar |
| 3 | Summer loverSHISHAMO |  play_arrow | A timeless song that stirs the heart—a poignant summer tune |
| 4 | 12 cm shouldert-Ace |  play_arrow | The heartbreaking love song by the trashy rapper T-Ace |
| 5 | UMI（produced by C&K）TEE |  play_arrow | Sea summer songs have a pleasant melody. |
| 6 | fireworksaiko |  play_arrow | A bittersweet summer love song about unrequited feelings, a classic by aiko |
| 7 | All of the YouthFujifaburikku |  play_arrow | A classic song that evokes summer nostalgia |
| 8 | Ghost of the SeaYonezu Kenshi |  play_arrow | Kenshi Yonezu's 'Spirits of the Sea' is a classic summer karaoke song. |
| 9 | Shanghai HoneyORANGE RANGE |  play_arrow | A refreshing summer classic that sings of love by the seaside |
| 10 | Ultra SoulB’z |  play_arrow | A summer theme song packed with exhilaration! |
| 11 | A Perfect SkyBONNIE PINK |  play_arrow | The memorable song from the sunscreen commercial |
| 12 | Shanana☆MINMI |  play_arrow | A classic song perfect for a summer party |
| 13 | Sunny Day SundaySENTIMENTAL:BUS |  play_arrow | An anthem of youth, a classic song that evokes the feeling of summer. |
| 14 | Summer SongYUI |  play_arrow | A summery, refreshing song brimming with a cool, fresh feel. |
| 15 | secret base ~What You Gave Me~ZONE |  play_arrow | Expressing the bittersweet emotions of summer in ZONE’s famous song |
| 16 | Summer Colorsyuzu |  play_arrow | A refreshing yuzu summer classic that gets you hyped. |
| 17 | Surfing JohnnyKuwata Keisuke |  play_arrow | Keisuke Kuwata’s classic that colors summer memories |
| 18 | water lily blossomShonan no Kaze |  play_arrow | Classic karaoke songs that hype up the summer |
| 19 | Nagisasupittsu |  play_arrow | The summer classic by Spitz is memorable. |
| 20 | summer festivalWhiteberry |  play_arrow | A nostalgic classic, perfect for fireworks season |
| 21 | Everyday, KachushaAKB48 |  play_arrow | An AKB48 song that accompanies summer memories |
| 22 | Immoral SummerNogizaka 46 |  play_arrow | The impulses and worldview of a mature love that overcomes |
| 23 | Secret Summertsubaki fakutorī |  play_arrow | Sparkling summer love, a mix of forbidden thrill and elation |
| 24 | Summer MemoriesKetsumeishi |  play_arrow | A moving classic that colors summer memories |
| 25 | Summer VacationGENERATIONS from EXILE TRIBE |  play_arrow | Be set free from the everyday with a summer tune |
| 26 | StarmineDa-iCE |  play_arrow | Da-iCE song, an uplifting cheer anthem |
| 27 | Beautiful finsupittsu |  play_arrow | Gaining popularity for its refreshing melody and lyrics that resonate with the heart... |
| 28 | tropical nightRIP SLYME |  play_arrow | RIP SLYME’s classic that depicts a passionate summer romance |
| 29 | Ghost in the FlowersYorushika |  play_arrow | A wistful melody that paints memories of summer |
| 30 | COCONUTNiziU |  play_arrow | NiziU’s summer album “COCONUT” is refreshing. |
| 31 | Ms. Hanako on a high pedestalback number |  play_arrow | A refreshing cheer song about a summer crush |
| 32 | Marigoldaimyon |  play_arrow | A poignant masterpiece that colors the memories of summer |
| 33 | Our Summer DreamYamashita Tatsuro |  play_arrow | Tatsuro Yamashita’s moving summer classic |
| 34 | sea glassSaucy Dog |  play_arrow | Summer youth, memories of love, the thrill of running |
| 35 | NatsuneYuuri |  play_arrow | A masterpiece that sings of the bittersweet emotions at the end of summer |
| 36 | Summer is comingDaikoku Maki |  play_arrow | Maki Ohguro’s summer hit songs and her thoughts on marriage |
| 37 | BLUE BIRDHamasaki Ayumi |  play_arrow | A song of hope and strong bonds soaring into the future |
| 38 | Summertime CinderellaRyokushokushakai |  play_arrow | A heartwarming song that depicts the bittersweet feelings of a summer love |
| 39 | Hi-FiveME:I |  play_arrow | ME:I’s famous song that depicts memories of summer |
| 40 | Yeah! Super HolidayMatsuura Aya |  play_arrow | A summer song with a bright, heart-lifting melody |
| 41 | lilacMrs. GREEN APPLE |  play_arrow | Youthful rock sound, the resonance of blue and summer |
| 42 | Glaring Summernaniwa danshi |  play_arrow | A disco-style summer anthem arrives this summer! |
| 43 | Cobalt on a summer afternoonAwesome City Club |  play_arrow | Refreshing summer music, a heart-soothing singing voice |
| 44 | Summer-patterned catOfisharu Higedan Dism |  play_arrow | Adventures with a Cat, a Song of Summer Morning Memories |
| 45 | HIGH PRESSURET.M.Revolution |  play_arrow | A refreshing summer song that reached No. 4 on the Oricon chart |
| 46 | Somewhere in the summerWANIMA |  play_arrow | WANIMA’s summer cheer song |
| 47 | cotton candyback number |  play_arrow | A famous back number song that depicts a romance at a summer festival |
| 48 | Magic of a Summer Nightindigo la End |  play_arrow | Nostalgia and memories of summer nights |
| 49 | Fanfaresumika |  play_arrow | An upbeat, exhilarating cheer song |
| 50 | Blue Hawaii Lemon≒JOY |  play_arrow | ≒JOY's third summer love song |
| 51 | In the Blueikimonogakari |  play_arrow | A coming-of-age story about finding bonds with friends and discovering your true self |
| 52 | Naughty Sunorenji renji |  play_arrow | ORANGE RANGE’s summer love song |
| 53 | Blue HabitatKitanitatsuya |  play_arrow | A refreshing song that portrays the bittersweet memories of youth |
| 54 | Full-Power BoySukima Suichi |  play_arrow | A call to pure passion and challenge |
| 55 | Only for you, clear skiesYorushika |  play_arrow | A youth song depicting the end of summer and the fleeting nature of growth |
| 56 | scale (as of a fish or reptile)Hata Motohiro |  play_arrow | An uplifting song that gives you the courage to express your feelings |
| 57 | sparkleFuji Kaze |  play_arrow | A positive message about overcoming hardships with the one you love |
| 58 | Stars swimmakaroni enpitsu |  play_arrow | A song that depicts summer feelings that defy fate |
| 59 | Embracing SummerTUBE |  play_arrow | A huge hit summer song by TUBE that expresses a wistful love |
| 60 | Blue and SummerMrs. GREEN APPLE |  play_arrow | A summer coming-of-age story about love and friendship |
| 61 | Midsummer’s Sounds good!AKB48 |  play_arrow | A refreshing summer song and a maiden's heart |
| 62 | Summer TriangleNICO Touches the Walls |  play_arrow | Popular songs: the harmony of rock and pop |
| 63 | Et cetera related to the seashorePUFFY |  play_arrow | A classic PUFFY song—cute and refreshing |
| 64 | Hot LimitT.M.Revolution |  play_arrow | A summer classic! T.M.Revolution’s passionate performance |
| 65 | LIFEkimaguren |  play_arrow | Kimaguren's refreshing cheering song |
| 66 | Midsummer FruitSazan Ōrusutāzu |  play_arrow | Deep lyrics that resonate in the heart from Southern’s classic songs |
| 67 | Music HourPorunogurafiti |  play_arrow | A summery song featuring a comfortable, catchy chorus |
| 68 | R.Y.U.S.E.I.Sandaime Jē Sōru Burazāzu fromu Eguzairu Toraibu |  play_arrow | JSB, a summer classic by Sandaime J Soul Brothers |
| 69 | SmilyOtsuka Ai |  play_arrow | Ai Otsuka’s sparkling, summery pop appeal |
| 70 | The summer you gave meieiri reo |  play_arrow | The moving songs and lyrical appeal of Leo Ieiri |
| 71 | That Summer’s Ambiguous Me feat. SUPER EIGHTToukyou Sukapara Daisu Ookesutora |  play_arrow | A summer youth song by Tokyo Ska Paradise Orchestra and SUPER EIGHT |
| 72 | rainbowFukuyama Masaharu |  play_arrow | A refreshing song that evokes memories of youth |
| 73 | Can’t Say Anything… SummerTHE JAYWALK |  play_arrow | A bittersweet adult pop masterpiece of summer |
| 74 | Ah, summer vacation.TUBE |  | Summer hit songs by TUBE, songs about the sun |
| 75 | BoyhoodInoue Yosui |  play_arrow | A classic that makes you feel the end of summer: Yosui Inoue |
| 76 | You and the summer music festivalSHISHAMO |  play_arrow | Love and passion for music at a summer festival |
| 77 | Refreshing RockSilent Siren |  play_arrow | A cute and lively song that brightens up summer |