Karaoke Songs to Sing in December 2026! J-Pop Picks Perfect for Christmas and Year-End Parties
In December, we get more chances to go to karaoke for Christmas parties and year-end gatherings.
Since you’re going anyway, the best way to make it even more fun and exciting is to choose songs that match the season! In this article, we’ve carefully selected tracks perfect for December karaoke, focusing on Christmas songs and winter tunes.
We’ve picked a variety of songs—ones that blow away the blues, and ones full of appreciation for all the hard work you’ve done this year! Sing your heart out and welcome the New Year feeling great!
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[2026] Karaoke songs to sing in December! Recommended J‑Pop for Christmas and year‑end parties (41–50)
IlluminationSEKAI NO OWARI
A Sekai no Owari winter song that begins with the sound of bells.
Their signature fantastical worldview doesn’t disappoint.
“Illumination,” with its gentle, memorable vocals, is filled with winter vibes from start to finish.
By the time the song ends, both the singer and the listener will feel their hearts warmly soothed.
Merry XmasBoA
This is BoA’s 15th single, which has now become a staple Christmas song.
It was released in 2004, and a self-cover version was unveiled in 2015.
This track almost always ranks in the top 10 Christmas songs beloved by Japanese listeners.
Its highly relatable lyrics, which candidly express feelings of love and gratitude toward a partner, along with BoA’s clear, heartfelt vocals, are said to be the reasons it continues to be supported by so many women.
It’s a gem of a winter song that you’ll never get tired of hearing year after year—be sure to try singing it yourself!
God of RomanceHirose Kōmi
When it comes to classic winter tunes, this song is the one.
Hirose Kohmi’s high-tone vocals are especially memorable.
It humorously portrays the feelings of a woman wishing for love, and it really lifts your spirits.
Released in December 1993, it became a huge hit.
It turned into one of Hirose’s signature songs and even earned her the nickname “Queen of Winter.” It was also used in Alpen’s ski equipment commercials, further cementing its winter image.
It’s perfect for livening up karaoke in December, whether at year-end parties or Christmas gatherings.
Around 2022, it enjoyed a revival hit thanks to social media and became beloved by a wide range of generations.
Let’s all have fun singing this atmosphere-filled song that brings winter to life and make some great memories!
Merry ChristmasTani Yuuki
This song depicts a wintry love, where fluttering excitement and bittersweet longing intertwine.
It’s a December 2024 piece by Tani Yuuki that skillfully captures the protagonist’s wavering emotions amid the festive Christmas atmosphere.
The beautiful piano sound, the light, buoyant melody, and Tani Yuuki’s layered vocals leave a strong impression.
The lyrics convey raw feelings—like the frustration of not being able to confess to someone you love and the loneliness that comes from seeing happiness all around you.
If you’re struggling with matters of the heart, give it a listen.
EverythingMISIA
MISIA has left hit songs for every era.
Her “Everything” became a massive hit, boosted by its synergy with the Fuji TV drama “Yamato Nadeshiko,” and it holds the record for the best-selling single by a female singer in the 2000s.
Listening to this song really gives you that winter feeling, doesn’t it? Centered on the longing for “only you,” the lyrics are remarkable for how they hold back emotion throughout.
The way that suppressed feeling explodes into the chorus is the song’s real highlight.
Try singing it with all your heart—don’t be outdone by MISIA!
You and the slopesSHISHAMO
Kimi to Gelende” is one of SHISHAMO’s classic winter songs and is also known as a breakup song.
The unexpectedly heartrending lyrics come as a surprise after the lively intro.
She was thrilled to go out with the person she likes, but when they meet, she realizes that the person he likes isn’t her.
The lyrics capture those painful, heartbreaking feelings.
It’s a rock number you’ll want to sing with full emotional immersion after a breakup.
The song is included on the 2016 album “SHISHAMO 3.”
Wonderful DayTwice
This song is characterized by romantic lyrics set against a winter backdrop.
Through seasonal motifs like illuminations and snowflakes, it expresses hope that dreams and wishes will come true.
It was included on TWICE’s Japan-original single “Doughnut,” released in December 2021.
Each member shares vocal parts, creating a heartwarming work with gentle melodies and lyrics.
Evoking the feeling of winter, this track is perfect for Christmas or year-end karaoke.
It’s recommended for those who want to enjoy time with someone special or sing a heartwarming song to close out the year.