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[Fleet Collection BGM] Kantai Collection’s famous and popular tracks
The smartphone app and browser game “Kantai Collection -KanColle-” is hugely popular, isn’t it?
As many of you know, KanColle isn’t just a game—it has expanded into anime, books, and more in a mixed-media rollout, so you’ve probably seen it around quite a bit.
What’s more, the BGM used in KanColle is also extremely popular!
From tracks that heighten the tension of battle to wa-rock and even enka-style pieces, the wide variety of music is part of its charm.
There are so many cool tracks that are fan favorites among players.
In this article, we’ll introduce the BGM used in KanColle!
[Kantai Collection BGM] KanColle’s classic and popular tracks (1–10)
Shizume ShizumeŌkoshi Kaori
The battle BGM used on the boss nodes of the 2014 Summer Event “AL Operation/MI Operation.” The event was themed after the Battle of Midway, and it was the first time enemy ships appeared with designs as if they were the resurrected ghosts of vessels sunk in historical naval battles—marking a clear departure from earlier events.
The BGM used in those waters also differed from previous tracks, incorporating choral elements that seem to resonate from the ocean’s depths for the first time.
It’s a mournful yet terrifying piece, perfectly expressing the voices of sea ghosts seeking to drag others down with them, and it ranks among the most popular tracks in KanColle’s soundtrack.
Decisive Battle! Through the Ironbottom SoundŌkoshi Kaori
The BGM used in the event “Decisive Battle! Break Through the Ironbottom Sound” held in the fall of 2013.
It’s an arrangement of the regular sortie battle theme, “Day Battle.” Featuring a wealth of instruments, it delivers a heavy, rugged, and cool sound.
Among KanColle BGMs, it’s a popular track often selected as one of the “all-time greats.” It’s a piece you can enjoy not only as game music but as music in its own right.
TsukiyomiŌkoshi Kaori
This song is so beautiful it makes you want to get lost in it.
It’s sung by Saki Fujita, Yumi Tanibe, Yuki Yamada, and Shuu Uchida, who voice Suzutsuki, Murasame, Yahagi, and Warspite—known as the “Naval Base Sanma Festival Quartet.” The lyrics are sprinkled with the names of ships from the Akizuki-class, making it a track that richly conveys the game’s world.
Be sure to listen for their crystal-clear vocals!
Strike the enemy super-dreadnought battleship!Okamiya Michio / Okoshi Kaori
The BGM used in the 2013 event “Southern Waters Assault Recon!” as the second stage at sea.
It’s an arrangement of the night battle theme “Night Battle!” and was used during route battles on night battle maps.
The track perfectly suits battle scenes with its tense, intense tone, while also conveying a sense of fluidity and grandeur.
It’s a highly atmospheric piece that will undoubtedly make the game more enjoyable!
Assault! Aircraft Carrier Task ForceŌkoshi Kaori
The BGM used in the boss battles of the 2014 summer event “AL Operation/MI Operation.” It’s an arrangement of “To the Open Sea,” which plays during the stages.
While retaining the majestic and solemn atmosphere of “To the Open Sea,” this version adds a sense of urgency, making it a perfect fit for boss fights.
Just listening to the music alone seems enough to stir up that nail-biting feeling of wondering whether you’ll be able to defeat the boss.
Kaga Misaki (Implementation ver.)Ōgoshi Kaori / Wakabayashi Takatsugu
This is an enka-style song performed by the popular character Kaga.
As of July 2015, there were four character songs from the game under the title “Kanmusu Souka” and six character songs from the anime under “Kanmusu no Uta,” but this was the first song in an enka style.
It was suddenly released in 2015 and became a hot topic.
It is included on releases such as the 2016 soundtrack “Kantai Collection -KanColle- Original Sound Track vol.
III Kumo.” The performance is by Wagakki Band, known for covering numerous Vocaloid songs.
Anti-air destroyer, sortie!Ōkoshi Kaori
The BGM used in the boss battle of the 2014 event “Operation Kon Launch!” The event revolves around recreating and taking revenge for the historical Operation Kon in the South, which ended in failure.
Rich in melodies from traditional Japanese instruments like taiko drums, flutes, and koto, it’s a deeply flavorful piece.
Enjoy this outstandingly engaging music that fuses classical elements, traditional Japanese instruments, and electronic sounds!
Enemy fleet sighted!Ōkoshi Kaori
The BGM used for the boss battle in the spring 2014 event “Sortie the Recon Planes!” It’s an arrangement of “Sortie the Recon Planes!” The original track features a koto and evokes a distinctly Japanese atmosphere.
While retaining that traditional flair, this version adds elements like the shakuhachi and ramps up the tempo, resulting in a faster, more upbeat piece that’s perfect for a boss fight.
Daytime battle (Gun and torpedo battle, commence!)Usami Hiroshi
This is a battle BGM familiar to KanColle fans.
Played during daytime naval battles in the game, it features a grand, dramatic arrangement centered on orchestration.
Woodwinds and brass—especially oboe and horn—stand out, heightening the tension of naval combat.
Its thrilling, fast-paced melody line conveys the intensity and dynamism of battle.
Composed by Hiroshi Usami, it was released around 2013–2014 and is included on albums such as “Kantai Collection -KanColle- Original Sound Track vol.I [Akatsuki].” It’s used in key battle scenes in the game and partially in the anime as well.
It’s a perfect track not only for playing KanColle, but also for times when you want to focus or get pumped up.
home portUsami Hiroshi
This piece makes plentiful use of the shakuhachi and koto, giving it a gentle atmosphere.
It’s used as the BGM for the main menu, the Home Port.
As the name suggests, it’s the kind of track that lets you picture a quiet harbor scene.
The soft tones of traditional Japanese instruments and the beautiful melody make it a soothing song.
Even after the intensity of fierce battles, returning to the Home Port lets you relax and recover—this track conveys exactly that feeling.