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[Chosen by Dancers] Recommended Japanese Dance Music for Men

Since the 2020s began, I think dance has become a staple through TikTok and various social media platforms, especially with “I tried dancing” videos.

From skillful, cool choreographies to simple, catchy moves that make everyone want to dance, whether a song by a TV-featured singer or idol goes viral now often depends on the combination of the track and its matching choreography.

Here, I’ll introduce dance numbers that have dominated this era!

Guys!

These are perfect not only for hyping things up with friends, but also guaranteed to boost your appeal if you can pull them off—so be sure to check them out!

[Chosen by Dancers] Recommended Japanese Dance Music for Men (41–50)

NAI・NAI 16Shibugakitai

It was released in 1982 as Shibugakitai’s debut single.

Formed after their appearance in the TV drama “2-nen B-gumi Senpachi Sensei,” Shibugakitai’s debut song reached No.

3 on the Oricon Weekly Singles Chart.

Its distinctive choreography was popular, and it remains a song people can still sing and dance to today.

[Chosen by Dancers] Recommended Japanese Dance Music for Men (51–60)

VenusTakkī & Tsubasa

Tackey & Tsubasa “FNS Music Festival THE LIVE”
VenusTakkī & Tsubasa

Released in 2006 as Tackey & Tsubasa’s sixth single.

It topped the Oricon Weekly Singles Chart, and editions were released that included a four-language version on CD and a choreography manual on DVD.

The dance emphasizes hand movements so that fans can easily dance along at live performances.

Youthful AmigoShūji to Akira

Seishun Amigo [Shuji and Akira Cover] (Chor. Draft)
Youthful AmigoShūji to Akira

Released in 2005 as the first and last single by the limited-time duo Shuji to Akira—Kazuya Kamenashi and Tomohisa Yamashita, who co-starred in the TV drama “Nobuta wo Produce.” It topped the Oricon Weekly Singles Chart and became a million seller.

With a melody reminiscent of classic idol pop, it’s a song that people of all ages can sing and dance to.

Roller Coaster RomanceKinKi Kids

KinKi Kids “Jet Coaster Romance” Music Video
Roller Coaster RomanceKinKi Kids

It was released in 1998 as KinKi Kids’ third single.

The song was used as the campaign song for ANA’s “’98 Paradise Okinawa,” in which KinKi Kids appeared.

It reached No.

1 on the Oricon Weekly Singles Chart and sold over a million copies.

It’s a refreshingly upbeat dance track characteristic of Johnny’s, and it’s especially popular with women.

Don’t cry.shuuchishin

It was released in 2008 as Shuchishin’s second single.

The song was used as the ending theme for Fuji TV’s “Quiz! Hexagon II,” and its lyrics depict a man trying to comfort a woman after a broken heart.

The chorus features a hand-spinning motion above the head that everyone can do, making it a popular choice for party performances.

The rattlesnake is comingTonneruzu

Released in 1992 as Tunnels’ 18th single.

The song was used as the opening theme for Fuji TV’s “Tunnels no Minasan no Okage Desu,” earned their first No.

1 on the Oricon charts, and also achieved their first million in sales.

It’s a highly popular song that people of all ages can sing and dance to.

Be cool !yazaru

It was released in 1999 as Yaen’s fourth single.

The song was used as the theme for Fuji TV’s “Tunnels no Minasan no Okage deshita,” and, true to its title, it features a cool and stylish dance.

With this track, Yaen made their first appearance at the 50th NHK Kohaku Uta Gassen.