Good songs recommended for junior high school students. Classic and popular Japanese hits.
“‘Good songs’ sounds way too vague…,” do you think? But we’re featuring songs that are so good, that’s the only way to describe them! We cover Japanese music across genres and moods, so you can enjoy it without ever getting bored.
Playlist
| Good songs recommended for junior high school students. Classic and popular Japanese hits. | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| show_chart | Title | Playlist | Review |
| 1east | Season of BeginningsMakihara Noriyuki × Hanaregumi |  play_arrow | New collaborative song by Noriyuki Makihara and Hanaregumi |
| 2east | Daphne (winter daphne)DISH// |  play_arrow | Exam cheer song, a track that gives you the courage to move forward |
| 3east | MagicMrs. GREEN APPLE |  play_arrow | An exhilarating song that shifts you into a positive mindset |
| 4east | ChessboardOfisharu Higedan Dism |  play_arrow | Life is a board; take a step, even in doubt. |
| 5east | Premeditated revengeMakishimamu Za Horumon |  play_arrow | The impulsive music of Maximum the Hormone |
| 6east | Wasted NightsONE OK ROCK |  play_arrow | Theme song of the film Kingdom, a masterpiece that gives the courage to live |
| 7east | AlgernonYorushika |  play_arrow | Yorushika’s music of delicate hearts |
| 8east | Biting the second handzutto mayonaka de ii no ni. |  play_arrow | Midnight rock, an energetic shout |
| 9east | MomotaroSuiyōbi no Campanella |  play_arrow | Reconstructing Japanese folktales from a hikikomori perspective |
| 10east | Imo-rai Imotuki. |  play_arrow | Karaoke Singing Tips for Aimoraimo |
| 11east | Star Mine of the Morning GlowImai Asami |  play_arrow | Asami Imai’s song, Plastic Memories ending theme |
| 12east | I love youback number |  play_arrow | A masterpiece that sings of the treasures in everyday life |
| 13east | sceneHatsuboshi Gakuen Shinozawa Hiroshi |  play_arrow | Tips for songs that are sung slowly, valuing the pauses |
| 14east | If I could become a constellationkessoku bando |  play_arrow | Kessoku Band’s “If I Could Become a Constellation” is popular. |
| 15east | Shadows of SummerMrs. GREEN APPLE |  play_arrow | Summer Shadow by Mrs. GREEN APPLE, a summery song |
| 16east | Sketchaimyon |  play_arrow | Aimyon “Sketch” is easy to sing |
| 17east | snakeYorushika |  play_arrow | Yorushika’s popular song “Hebi” has a narrow vocal range and is easy to sing. |
| 18east | SerendipityKuraki Mai |  play_arrow | Mai Kuraki single Shinkansen CM song |
| 19east | Boy,Fuse Akira |  play_arrow | A song by Akira Fuse sending cheers to a boy |
| 20east | Goodbye, BystanderYU-KI |  play_arrow | YUKI’s 2017 single |
| 21east | Even if the Earth shatters into pieces tomorrowdenpagumi.inc |  play_arrow | Dempagumi.inc Single Release |
| 22east | ElfAdo |  play_arrow | A theme song by Ado depicting a lonely struggle and growth |
| 23east | ReawakeR (feat.Felix of Stray Kids)LiSA |  play_arrow | Expressing challenge and growth in a collaboration song by LiSA and Felix |
| 24east | DarlingMrs. GREEN APPLE |  play_arrow | A coming-of-age song about embracing your true self |
| 25east | lilacMrs. GREEN APPLE |  play_arrow | A moving song by Mrs. GREEN APPLE that portrays youth |
| 26east | We againSG |  play_arrow | A cheering song that overcomes parting and hopes for a reunion |
| 27east | Run, SAKAMOTOVaundy |  play_arrow | Vaundy announces new anime theme song release |
| 28east | In that casemakaroni enpitsu |  play_arrow | A love song that portrays youth and a bittersweet romance |
| 29east | A hundred flowers in full bloomIkuta Rira |  play_arrow | Ikuta Rira’s new song that envisions a future beyond hardship |
| 30east | BOW AND ARROWYonezu Kenshi |  play_arrow | Kenshi Yonezu produces an anime theme song, expressing challenge and growth |
| 31east | PlasmaYonezu Kenshi |  play_arrow | Kenshi Yonezu’s new Gundam theme song |
| 32east | Kinnikuman HeroEndō Masaaki |  play_arrow | Masaaki Endoh’s soul-stirring cry: a burning hero’s anthem of justice and friendship |
| 33east | A Gentle BallAimer |  play_arrow | A fantastical piece set at a ballroom on a starry night |
| 34east | CorrectRADWIMPS |  play_arrow | RADWIMPS Graduation Support Song |
| 35east | LOVE TRIPAKB48 |  play_arrow | AKB48’s “LOVE TRIP” takes first place |
| 36east | anemoneClariS |  play_arrow | ClariS’s new song ranks in |
| 37east | I’ve always wanted to tell you: I love you.DEEN |  play_arrow | DEEN's new song, nostalgic '90s sound |
| 38east | The galaxy in your eyesFlower |  play_arrow | Flower 11th single, Kindaichi ending theme |
| 39east | Sterling StarKEYTALK |  play_arrow | Sterling Star. A song by Key Talk. |
| 40east | To You Who Don’t Know LoveNEWS |  play_arrow | NEWS Koi wo Shiranai Kimi e No. 1 Gold |
| 41east | Love☆Sparkle-cation!!!SUPER☆GiRLS |  play_arrow | SUPER☆GiRLS' last work with Ami Maeshima |
| 42east | I want to tell you how I feel (my love)aimyon |  play_arrow | Aimyon's second single |
| 43east | Aogeba Tōtoshi ~ from Sakura Gakuin 2014 ~sakura gakuin |  play_arrow | Sakura Gakuin covers “Aogeba Totoshi” |
| 44east | Letter ~Dear Fifteen-Year-Old Me~Anjura Aki |  play_arrow | A heartwarming ballad that embraces the troubles of adolescence |
| 45east | Life is wonderful.Janīzu WEST |  play_arrow | Johnny's WEST single ranks 2nd on Oricon |
| 46east | Be the soil that makes flowers bloom, rather than the flowers themselves.berii guddoman |  play_arrow | You, who keep trying, are a wonderful cheer song |
| 47east | Sunlight filtering through the trees in a glassrabu kuresshiendo |  play_arrow | Love Crescendo's new song chosen for a commercial |
| 48east | sharing an umbrellaGoriki Ayame |  play_arrow | Ayame Goriki’s love song “A” |
| 49east | Super☆Dynamic!Yoshii Kazuya |  play_arrow | Dragon Ball Super opening theme |
| 50east | At any timeYugeda Kensuke |  play_arrow | A gentle song that expresses gratitude at the milestone of turning ten |
| 51east | Blue in the classroomHoshimachi Suisei |  play_arrow | A heartwarming song that portrays youth and friendship during school days |
| 52east | Never everTokyo Joshi Ryu |  play_arrow | Tokyo Girls' Style single, FAIRY TAIL ending |
| 53east | Step by stepHamasaki Ayumi |  play_arrow | Ayumi Hamasaki’s new song is the theme song for a drama |
| 54east | I can hear the song of beginnings.Kahara Tomomi |  play_arrow | Tomomi Kahala’s new song with Tetsuya Komuro |
| 55east | lapis lazuliAoi Eiru |  play_arrow | Eir Aoi’s single, the ending theme of The Heroic Legend of Arslan |
| 56east | Tomorrow will surely be a good day.Takahashi Yuu |  play_arrow | Takahashi Yu's uplifting, heartwarming songs |
| 57east | If you dream, you might get hurtKinKi Kids |  play_arrow | KinKi Kids encouragement song motivation |
| 58east | SHINEMiyano Mamoru |  play_arrow | Mamoru Miyano’s single tops the Oricon chart |
| 59east | I’ll be therearashi |  play_arrow | Arashi's 51st single is mature |
| 60east | CourageTomatsu Haruka |  play_arrow | Haruka Tomatsu’s 14th single song |
| 61east | Ms. Hanako on a high pedestalback number |  play_arrow | Overview of back number’s signature songs |
| 62east | seems like (just) my imaginationmaji musume |  play_arrow | Songs for when you're tired that lighten your heart |
| 63east | KanadeSukima Suichi |  play_arrow | Sukima Switch’s signature song “Kanade” |
| 64east | Song of the WheelsBUMP OF CHICKEN |  play_arrow | Listening to Mr. Fujiwara’s thoughts on choosing a life path |
| 65east | A Little Love SongMONGOL800 |  play_arrow | The classic song “Chiisa…” is still loved by many people today. |
| 66east | SunnyThe Back Horn |  play_arrow | Something I listened to during my school days that I still remember as an adult |
| 67east | Bengal Tiger and Whiskey ~ everything is my guitarandymori |  play_arrow | A song that, freed from the constraints of school, conveys the importance of self-assertion. |
| 68east | proofflumpool |  play_arrow | A moving anthem of youth that sings of dreams and bonds |
| 69east | Unrequited loveAimer |  play_arrow | Aimer's soul-stirring vocals and storytelling |
| 70east | Decisive Battle SpiritCHiCO with HoneyWorks |  play_arrow | The ED theme of Haikyuu!!, a rock song with a sense of speed |
| 71east | Teenager ForeverKing Gnu |  play_arrow | The song by King Gnu is “Don’t forget your dreams.” |
| 72east | My Past Life, Many Lifetimes AgoRADWIMPS |  play_arrow | Introducing captivating masterpieces that showcase the charm of RADWIMPS |
| 73east | Waiting for springWANIMA |  play_arrow | The bright, upbeat rock band WANIMA |
| 74east | idolYOASOBI |  play_arrow | YOASOBI’s popular songs are supported by a wide range of generations. |
| 75east | The Story You Don’t Knowsupercell |  play_arrow | The ending theme of Bakemonogatari is exhilarating and a masterpiece. |
| 76east | Dinner Songtuki. |  play_arrow | A masterpiece whose wistful songs by tuki. resonate with the heart |
| 77east | A Naked Heartaimyon |  play_arrow | Aimyon, a musician supported by young people |
| 78east | Make sure you study up, okay?zutto mayonaka de ii no ni. |  play_arrow | Zutomayo’s new song is upbeat and growing in popularity. |
| 79east | boys and girlsKanzaki Iori |  play_arrow | Kanzaki Iori’s first release after going independent |
| 80east | Ghost in the FlowersYorushika |  play_arrow | Piano rock that evokes Yorushika-style youthfulness |
| 81east | PerfumeEito |  play_arrow | A popular 2019 TikTok track with a sweet melody that resonates with the heart |
| 82east | Eine KleineYonezu Kenshi |  play_arrow | Middle school romance and Kenshi Yonezu’s songs |
| 83east | GarnetOku Hanako |  play_arrow | A Youth Love Song of The Girl Who Leapt Through Time |
| 84east | RPGSEKAI NO OWARI |  play_arrow | Movie Crayon Shin-chan: Baka-uma! B... |
| 85east | My friend — now and alwaysKetsumeishi |  play_arrow | This song is also a classic from the movie Crayon Shin-chan… |
| 86east | Promise of SunflowersHata Motohiro |  play_arrow | The author of the classic anime Doraemon from years past... |
| 87east | Let It Go ~As I Am~Matsu Takako |  play_arrow | Not only elementary school students, but most Japanese citizens have seen… |
| 88east | Flowers will bloom.hana wa saku purojekuto | In the wake of the 2011 Tohoku earthquake and tsunami... | |
| 89east | threadBank Band | Mr.Children performed the masterpiece Ito, born from Miyuki Nakajima… | |
| 90east | presentSEKAI NO OWARI |  play_arrow | SEKAI is a four-member band that is active overseas as well. |
| 91east | Song of Couragedenshirenji |  play_arrow | They have been active as a band originating from Imabari City, Ehime Prefecture... |
| 92east | Bond.haji→ |  play_arrow | There are many straightforward messages embedded in the song... |
| 93east | Our Summer DreamYamashita Tatsuro |  play_arrow | As the theme song for the anime film “Summer Wars,” ... |
| 94east | To love and the future of distant daysMatsutōya Yumi |  play_arrow | A story depicting a boy who slips back in time… |
| 95east | Song of HopeFUNKY MONKEY BABYS |  play_arrow | Three-member vocal group FUNKY MON… |
| 96east | From Me to Youflumpool |  play_arrow | The band flumpool, popular among young people, 20... |
| 97east | sentimentalyuzu |  play_arrow | The folk duo Yuzu released in 1999... |
| 98east | My NoteSukima Suichi |  play_arrow | The folk duo Sukima Switch in 2006… |
| 99east | Late bloomerAnjurumu |  play_arrow | It began with the sliding swing of “late bloomer”… |
| 100east | Festival Ninjaninja |  play_arrow | The phrase from Hibari Misora’s “Omatsuri Mambo” is... |
| 101east | Matsuken Samba II (2004)Matsudaira Ken |  play_arrow | The timing between Nishiguchi Pro Wrestling’s Koriki Choshu and Hii team is… |
| 102east | If I sing to the sky175R |  play_arrow | These days, you hardly ever hear it on TV or in commercials… |
| 103east | One moreFUNKY MONKEY BABYS |  play_arrow | A professional baseball player who now plays an active role in the Major Leagues… |
| 104east | Best FriendGReeeeN |  play_arrow | Known for a gently flowing singing voice, anyone would... |
| 105east | Best FriendKiroro |  play_arrow | Has garnered support from a wide range of generations since their debut... |
| 106east | My Best FriendLittle Glee Monster |  play_arrow | In recent years, it has been gaining popularity across a wide range of age groups, especially among young people... |
| 107east | Let’s La Cookin’ ☆ ShowtimeNostalgic Orchestra |  play_arrow | Among younger grade school girls, many of them really love it... |
| 108east | C.h.a.o.s.m.y.t.h.ONE OK ROCK |  play_arrow | Now, not only in Japan but also in the United States and around the world... |
| 109east | KizunaORANGE RANGE |  play_arrow | It’s been featured in numerous dramas and commercials… |
| 110east | ReunionRADWIMPS |  play_arrow | They have also been featured in movies, TV dramas, and commercials, and … |
| 111east | Like magicSHISHAMO |  play_arrow | Imitating a cute-sounding vocal voice, karao… |
| 112east | MONDO PIECEUVERworld |  play_arrow | It features a cool singing voice and distinctive musical style, appealing to both men and women... |
| 113east | Become the windtsuji ayano |  play_arrow | From one of Studio Ghibli’s slightly lesser-known works… |
| 114east | Friend ~Time to Depart~yuzu |  play_arrow | They’ve also been confirmed to perform at this year’s NHK Kouhaku Uta Gassen, and many... |
| 115east | Our TomorrowElefanto Kashimashi |  play_arrow | With a passionate spirit, such as performing in this year's Kouhaku Uta Gassen... |
| 116east | companion; comrade; friend; fellow; teammate; allyKetsumeishi |  play_arrow | Having appeared on numerous music programs and more, they have gained wide-ranging... |
| 117east | rutKobukuro |  play_arrow | Her vocal prowess, which has even won her a Japan Academy Prize… |
| 118east | The Bear of the ForestPāma Taisa |  play_arrow | It seems there were various problems, but this song is a... |
| 119east | March 9Remioromen |  play_arrow | It’s famous as a moving song often sung at graduation ceremonies… |
| 120east | 100% CourageHikaru GENJI |  play_arrow | A song that has been used for a long time in Nintama Rantaro… |
| 121east | You are my friend.Hirai Ken |  play_arrow | A gentle, clear song that spans from the low range to the high range... |
| 122east | crowShonan no Kaze |  play_arrow | Now a four-member reggae group that represents Japan, … |
| 123east | Ponyo on the CliffFujioka Fujimaki & Oohashi Nozomi |  play_arrow | Studio Ghibli’s work “Ponyo on the Cliff by the Sea”... |
| 124east | Best FriendNishino Kana |  play_arrow | Lyrics that straightforwardly sing about a girl's feelings... |
| 125east | scabChi-wata Hidenori |  play_arrow | Released in 2003, the anime “Konjiki …” |
| 126east | Yeah! Super Holiday!Matsuura Aya |  play_arrow | A song also famous for Haruna Ai’s impression of it. “Zuba... |
| 127east | Hold me tonightTahara Toshihiko |  play_arrow | Toshihiko Tahara’s hit, which also became a TV drama’s theme song… |
| 128east | Irresponsible HeroKanjani∞ |  play_arrow | The lyrics are comical, but the choreography is really a— |
| 129east | If I’m wrapped in kindnessMatsutōya Yumi |  play_arrow | The beautiful classic with Yumin’s gentle singing voice, “Witch…” |
| 130east | Summertime LoveShiggy Jr. |  play_arrow | Shiggy Jr.'s major debut song |
| 131east | TOWAyuzu |  play_arrow | Yuzu releases TOWA as a digital-only (streaming-only) release |
| 132east | SUNHoshino Gen |  play_arrow | Gen Hoshino’s single “SUN” reached No. 2 on the Oricon chart. |
| 133east | Yellchōtokkyū |  play_arrow | Bullet Train “Yell” single release |