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[Latest & Classic] Popular! Collection of Japanese-style Vocaloid Songs

A Vocaloid producer who is also a music writerAraki Jakkan
I’ve worked in a variety of roles—regardless of pro or amateur settings—including live event PA, cameraman for video and photography, restaurant staff, and logistics center staff. I now spend my days as a part-time writer. I’ve contributed to music and manga websites with feature/review articles, and wrote the liner notes included as a bonus for 1st PLACE Inc.’s “IA SUPER BEST.” As for my music background, I started playing guitar in junior high and focused on band activities during my school years. For over 15 years since then, up to the present, I’ve continued releasing original tracks as a Vocaloid producer. My areas of expertise are Japanese rock, Vocaloid, and manga.

The tones of shamisen and flutes, scales that feel nostalgically familiar… In this article, we’ve compiled a selection of popular Japan-inspired Vocaloid songs! On Nico Nico Douga, it’s such a beloved genre that it stands as its own category.

There are many Vocaloid producers who specialize in Japanese-style tracks.

Here, we’ll introduce a wide range from timeless classics and staple hits to recent releases.

You’re sure to find a song that strikes a chord with you! Be sure to check it out to the end!

[Latest & Classic] Popular! Collection of Japanese-style Vocaloid Songs (71–80)

Red and White ManjushakaNem

Red and White Higanbana / Kagamine Rin & LenRed and White Manjushage ft. Kagamine Rin & Len

Red and White ManjushakaNem

The Japanese-style rock melody and the fantastical world inspired by red spider lilies leave a strong impression.

Released by Nem in June 2013, this piece blends cool guitar and bass sounds to create an emotionally rich finish.

The lyrics portray the bond and affection between the two characters who appear in the song, as well as their feelings about parting.

What happens to them in the very end…? Please find out for yourself.

The vocal range should also be comfortable for those with lower voices!

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Common Mormon (Papilio polytes)teniwoha

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It’s a cute, Japanese-style Vocaloid song about trying whatever it takes to make the person you like notice you.

Created by Teniwoha, a Vocaloid producer active since the early days of the scene and the mind behind major hits like “Villain,” the track was released in 2011.

Its appeal lies in a cool soundscape that weaves a four-on-the-floor beat together with synth textures and guitar phrases, incorporating elements of funk music.

And the lyrics are irresistibly adorable! You can’t help but grin at the overflowing feelings of the girl who takes center stage.

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NEPPUU ~Hot Wind~Mikito P

NEPPUU ~Hot Wind~ / Mikito-P feat. Hatsune Miku

NEPPUU ~Hot Wind~Mikito P

This is a collaborative work between Mikito-P, a Vocaloid producer known for creating numerous hit songs, and Kodo, a renowned taiko performing arts ensemble.

Released in March 2023, it was chosen as the theme song for the event “Hatsune Miku × KODO Special Live 2023 ~Yui~” held in June of the same year.

It’s a powerful, Japanese-style rock track infused with the sound of taiko drums, delivering a finish that truly stirs the heart—just as the title suggests.

It’s like it ignites a Yamato spirit inside you that you didn’t even know was there.

The high-quality animated music video is a must-see as well!

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Minazuki (the traditional Japanese name for the sixth month)fuyukan

Minazuki / Kagamine Len

Minazuki (the traditional Japanese name for the sixth month)fuyukan

This is a work by Fuyukan that feels as if the very atmosphere of early summer has been turned into sound.

Kagamine Len’s heartrending vocals and the Japanese-style arrangement are a perfect match.

The song portrays a bittersweet longing for a season that has passed, and the quiet, helpless feelings of thinking about someone precious who is no longer here.

The melody line that sparks the imagination is outstanding.

Why not take some time alone after the rain to fully immerse yourself in its world?

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TagHaruno

Tag feat. Luo Tianyi

TagHaruno

This is a track Haruno released as a Vocaloid producer for the first time in about seven years.

Released in June 2025, the song deepens a downbeat yet beautiful worldview with a touch of fantasy.

Interweaving Luo Tianyi’s resonant vocals with oriental sounds, it creates a uniquely weightless atmosphere.

The lyrics, themed around a game of tag in the dark, depict a heart being overtaken by an irresistible pull, as if you’re reading a mysterious story.

How about getting lost in this bewitching world that draws you in?

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In conclusion

Even when we say “Japanese style” in a broad sense, there were works across various music genres, including those infused with rock and hip-hop elements! I think the lineup reflects just how wide-ranging and inclusive this scene can be. This article will be updated regularly, so please drop by again whenever it catches your interest!