Recommended for junior high school students! A roundup of J-pop and Japanese songs to boost your study motivation

FlowerFuji Kaze

Fujii Kaze – Hana (Official Video)

Hana, crafted by singer-songwriter Fujii Kaze, is the perfect track for boosting focus when high school students want to study.

Its soothing piano and gentle vocals are easy on the ears and give your motivation a real lift.

For high schoolers carrying various anxieties, this single is filled with warm, supportive messages.

It’s sure to help you recognize your own potential.

You’ll likely be able to tackle your work with a refreshed mindset.

To Us Who Were Once GeniusesCreepy Nuts

[MV] Creepy Nuts – To Us Who Were Once Geniuses

A powerful portrayal of the genius potential everyone once had and the individuality that fades within society, this is a warm, encouraging song by Creepy Nuts.

It’s a track from their second major-label album, “To Us Who Were Once Geniuses,” and it debuted in August 2020 as the TV commercial song for Teikyo Heisei University.

Riding on a hip-hop rhythm, it carefully depicts the boundless possibilities we all had in childhood and the purity that wanes as we grow up, while delivering a message to keep looking forward without giving up.

When you know you need to study but just can’t find the motivation, listening to this song will surely give you the courage to sit down at your desk.

So, you are not alone.Little Glee Monster

Little Glee Monster “So, You’re Not Alone” Music Video Short Ver.

If you want to boost your mood with a bright, upbeat song before hitting the books, we recommend this track by the vocal group Little Glee Monster, which is also popular among high school students.

Known as a motivational anthem for exam study, this song reminds you that “you’re not alone in studying.” It’s true that you’re the one studying every day, and you’re the one who will fill out the answer sheet on the day.

But doesn’t it feel a bit more reassuring when you realize you have friends who are working hard toward their goals too? This song teaches you that important truth.

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Hane Keisuke

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Live in the present.Saucy Dog

Saucy Dog “Live in the present.” Music Video

Saucy Dog is a three-piece rock band drawing attention for their striking high-tone vocals and down-to-earth lyrics.

Their 15th major digital single, “Live in the Present,” chosen as the support song for the 101st All Japan High School Soccer Tournament, sticks in your ears with its energetic rock sound and a melody that’s pop yet tinged with melancholy.

The lyrics—asserting that the effort you’ve put in will never disappear—are sure to give a push of strength to high school students facing club activities and entrance exams.

It’s a refreshing rock tune whose positive message both motivates and soothes.

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Hoshino Takashi

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Philosophy[Alexandros]

[Alexandros] – Philosophy (MV)

Here’s a song I especially want high school students who feel like “Someone like me…” to listen to.

It was created in 2019 for a music event called “18-fes,” which brings together 18-year-olds from across the country.

The reason I recommend it is, plainly, the lyrics! I think many people feel weak or insecure about studying, but these lyrics acknowledge and accept those feelings—lack of confidence and negative emotions—and then tell you, “Go do it your way!!” When you’re having a hard time facing your studies, give this song a listen.

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Hane Keisuke

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spin; weave; compose (e.g., a story)tota

Tsumugu / Tota

As a boost to help you focus on studying, I highly recommend Tota’s “Tsumugu.” This song captured people’s hearts right after its release, and it resonates with a range of emotions while inspiring motivation.

Immersing yourself in the musical world Tota creates can give you a fresh perspective and foster a positive attitude toward studying.

The emotionally rich melody and clear, translucent vocals will help ease your tension.

more than wordsHitsuji Bungaku

Hitsujibungaku – more than words (Official Music Video) [TV Anime “Jujutsu Kaisen” Shibuya Incident Arc Ending Theme]

For those who struggle to take the first step into studying, the perfect song is “more than words” by Hitsujibungaku.

With its warm guitar sound and crystalline vocals, it gives you a strong push forward.

Known as the ending theme for the anime Jujutsu Kaisen, its mysterious and captivating worldview deeply resonates with listeners.

While the track carries a nighttime vibe, it also serves as an ideal soundtrack to energize the start of your day.

Be sure to lend an ear to the lyrical world of Hitsujibungaku—it will likely lighten your mood as you head into your studies.