Cool hit songs by Johnny’s (Johnny & Associates)

Naniwa Iroha-bushiKanjani∞

Kanjani Eight

A debut work distinguished by a unique musical style that fuses enka and rock.

Quoting the traditional Japanese “Iroha Uta,” it powerfully sings of the joys and hardships of everyday life while praising Kansai’s culture and the temperament of its people.

The song strongly conveys Kanjani Eight’s love and pride for their hometown.

Released exclusively in the Kansai region in August 2004 and nationwide the following month, it was used as the ending theme for the TV Tokyo variety show “Ura-Jani.” Highly recommended for those who want to savor a distinctly Kansai atmosphere or who are interested in a fusion of traditional Japanese music and contemporary sound.

It’s love.V6

V6 / It's Love (YouTube Ver.)

A gem-like ballad by V6 that delivers a warm light to lonely hearts that have lost sight of their destination.

Composed by Koji Tamaki with lyrics by Goro Matsui, this song gently speaks to everyone who loses their way and gets hurt in life, reminding us of the importance of looking forward and the wonder of love.

Released in January 1997, it became V6’s first non tie-in single to top the Oricon singles chart.

It was later included on the albums “NATURE RHYTHM” and “Very best,” and continues to be cherished as one of V6’s signature songs.

It’s also a karaoke favorite—a track we highly recommend when you want to heal a wounded heart or when you’re holding thoughts of someone special close to you.

I can hear tomorrowJ-Friends

J-FRIENDS / Tomorrow Can Be Heard

A heartwarming charity song filled with hope for the future and a strong will.

Its powerful message about overcoming hardship and moving forward blends beautifully with a breezy, approachable melody.

Created by J-FRIENDS, a group comprising members of the accomplished acts TOKIO, V6, and KinKi Kids, the song was released in January 1998 and reached No.

1 on the Oricon Weekly Singles Chart.

It was also chosen as the image song for Nippon TV’s coverage of the Nagano Olympics, leaving a deep impression on many.

It’s perfect for karaoke, too, as singing it together creates a sense of unity.

STAR LIGHTHikaru GENJI

Hikaru Genji - STAR LIGHT (TV ver.) Full High Quality Audio

A gem of a debut that paints youth in pale blue.

Written and composed by Ryo Asuka of Chage & Aska, this song refreshingly celebrates the boundless potential and pure dreams of young people.

It weaves poetic imagery—like soap bubbles and the color of the wind—to portray the incomplete emotions of adolescence and the fleeting feelings of first love.

Released in August 1987 as Hikaru Genji’s major-label debut, it entered the Oricon charts at No.

1, won Best Single at the 2nd Japan Gold Disc Awards, and was included on the album “Hikaru Genji.” Alongside their innovative roller-skate performance, it remains etched in many hearts as a youth anthem brimming with dreams and hope.

Recommended for anyone who wants to cherish pure feelings or relive the sparkle of their teenage years.

The Miracle of Haneda AirportTOKIO

TOKIO [Miracle of Haneda Airport]

A hidden gem written and composed by Ken Yokoyama of Crazy Ken Band.

Its slightly nostalgic Showa-era pop melody fuses with their signature, hard-hitting band sound, exuding a grown-up allure.

The lyrics, depicting a man hurrying to confess his feelings to a woman about to depart from Haneda Airport, are especially striking—making you wonder, “What’s going to happen next?” Released in February 2012, the song was also the theme for the drama Hello Work for 13-Year-Olds starring Masahiro Matsuoka.

It’s a track that sets your heart ablaze with a thrilling love story.