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In season now? Popular Japanese dance music among junior high school students

DancerFukkun:)Tatsuki Fukuda
Primarily active in Tokyo, I have experience as a backup dancer for artists, a music video dancer, and a commercial dancer. I continue to work as a dancer while also engaging in article production. After discovering Michael Jackson in junior high school, I began dancing in my second year of high school. Since starting dance, in addition to the J-Pop and Japanese rock I had been listening to, I began exploring Western R&B, rap, alternative music, and other tracks commonly used for dance. In elementary school, I spent three years in a choir, and because I love singing, I often go to karaoke for fun. These days, I enjoy a wide range of music, from Japanese rock and rap to K-pop.
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Started performing in bands in junior high school. Influenced by Japanese rock and UK rock, spent over 10 years continuing band activities while creating original songs. Later began producing Vocaloid tracks using Hatsune Miku, with total plays of released songs surpassing 10,000. Has five years of experience writing for music magazines. Currently works as a music writer, director, and composer, keeping a ground-level perspective on the scene by attending live shows across Japan. Now performs at live houses in Tokyo, showcasing guitar playing centered on acoustic guitar and informed by knowledge of chord analysis and guitar scales. Also writes leveraging a broad knowledge of music genres.

From songs going viral on TikTok and YouTube to a wide variety of dance music, these tracks are gaining popularity even among middle schoolers.

Plenty of songs are being released that you can enjoy dancing to or filming dance videos with friends.

In this article, we’ve gathered a wide range of dance numbers, from the latest hits to timeless classics.

We’ll introduce everything from easy, upper-body-only routines to tracks with full-on choreography.

Use this lineup as a reference to find songs you can dance to based on themes like love and friendship.

Hot right now? Popular Japanese dance music among junior high schoolers (41–50)

Dokimeki Diaryasmi

Dokimeki Diary – asmi feat. Chinozo (Official Music Video)

Dokimeki Diaryasmi

Singer-songwriter asmi shot to prominence with PAKU, which went viral on TikTok and other social media, and with her collaboration track Yowanehaki feat.

Wanuka, asmi.

In 2023, she and Vocaloid producer Chinozo created a new song, Dokimeki Diary, which was chosen as the opening theme for the TV anime Pokémon.

asmi’s clear, translucent vocals convey the feelings of a girl just as she is.

Centered on themes of self-discovery and growth, the song celebrates the courage to face unknown possibilities.

It’s a track that gently encourages middle schoolers as they move forward toward their dreams.

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DOWNHentai Shinshi Kurabu

Hentai Shinshi Club / DOWN (Official Music Video)

DOWNHentai Shinshi Kurabu

A hit song by Hentai Shinshi Club, fronted by two leading new-generation Kansai artists: the slightly mischievous WillyWonka and VIGORMAN, whose straightforward vocals resonate with listeners.

Willy Wonka had already been drawing attention since high school—a talent so sharp that Anarchy has even admitted on air to being a longtime fan.

Their honest lyrics and free, unbounded style are refreshing to watch.

Contrary to the group’s name, both the rap and the sound are insanely cool.

You, even as a middle schooler, should try to become someone this slick.

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Suki Lieatarashii gakkou no rīdāzu

ATARASHII GAKKO! – Suki Lie (Official Music Video)

Suki Lieatarashii gakkou no rīdāzu

The song delivered by Atarashii Gakko! captivates with its addictive melody and distinctive worldview.

The lyrics, which depict emotions swaying between love and betrayal, deeply resonate with listeners.

Chosen as the theme song for TV Tokyo’s drama “Nanika Okashii 2,” it also reached No.

1 on the iTunes overall album chart.

The track is currently trending on social media, with growing popularity on TikTok.

It’s the perfect song for filming dance videos with friends featuring their signature choreography, or for singing at karaoke.

Why not immerse yourself in its unique sound and lyrical world while enjoying an energetic dance?

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RodeoTohji

Tohji – Rodeo (Official Music Video)

RodeoTohji

A maverick rapper born in London and raised in Yokohama, whose unbound, free-spirited artistry captivates fans.

Influenced by his early years in London until age three, he delivers both English and Japanese in a flow that’s uniquely his.

His tracks are packed with an outlaw vibe that’s sure to energize many listeners.

This is a song from an artist whose future success is highly anticipated.

With his nonchalant, charismatic presence, he’s popular with all genders, and his fashion sense also stands out.

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I Want a Billion feat. TakaKOHH

KOHH – I Want a Billion feat. Taka (360 Degree)

I Want a Billion feat. TakaKOHH

It’s crafted into a heavy, rock-flavored track.

Featuring KOHH—a rapper with overwhelmingly world-class skills—and Taka from ONE OK ROCK, this song was born from their collaboration.

The chemistry with Taka is outstanding, and it makes you want to keep cranking up your earbuds’ volume.

Blending rock and dance music, bringing together KOHH and Taka—there are plenty of highlights here, so be sure to listen to it once in a setting where you can turn it up loud! It would be incredible to hear it live or at a festival.

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