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During the New Year holidays, many of us go back to our hometowns and end up with plenty of chances to go to karaoke—whether with friends, at company New Year parties, or at family gatherings.
With friends you don’t have to worry too much, but when you’re singing in front of your boss or relatives, don’t you sometimes find it surprisingly hard to choose the right songs?
So in this article, we’ve put together a list of songs that perfectly capture the seasonal vibe of the New Year period.
Focusing on New Year-themed tracks, we’ve selected songs that everyone—from kids to adults—can enjoy and get excited about, so please use it as a reference!
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[2026] Perfect for reunions and New Year parties! Karaoke songs you’ll want to sing at New Year (1–10)
Seven Lucky GodsSuiyōbi no Campanella
This number brings good fortune, gathering auspicious deities all in one place.
With a characteristically original track by Wednesday Campanella and Utaha’s crisp, rhythmic delivery, it elevates the world of myth into contemporary pop music.
It’s included on the EP “RABBIT STAR ★,” released in April 2023, and also drew attention as a Pizza Hut commercial song.
The catchy repeated phrases stick in your head, and if you sing it at New Year’s parties or reunions, it’s sure to delight everyone as “good luck!” With a festive, New Year–appropriate theme, it’s a track that lets everyone wish for happiness in the year ahead while getting hyped together.
Drink, sing, dance, and make some noise!urashimasakatasen
If you’re looking for the perfect song to liven up the New Year, we recommend Urashimasakatasen’s high-energy track.
It features an upbeat, hype-filled vibe that fuses traditional festival music with modern arrangements.
Released in March 2021, the song delivers an energetic performance with the message “Let’s enjoy the moment.” The lyrics express the charm of Japanese traditional culture and the fun of festivals, making it a surefire choice to instantly elevate the mood at New Year gatherings.
This piece also drew attention at live events and concerts, and it’s great for karaoke too.
It’s a song that people of all ages can enjoy—perfect not only with friends, but also at company New Year parties and family get-togethers.
HapichocoFRUITS ZIPPER
This FRUITS ZIPPER song adorably sings about the flutter of Valentine’s love.
It portrays heart-throbbing feelings and the courage to hand over chocolate in a pop, upbeat way.
The lyrics capture that universally relatable mix of wanting to confess your feelings but feeling shy, which is part of the charm.
Released digitally in February 2023, it was also included on the album “NEW KAWAII.” The song was used for Meiji’s Valentine’s campaign commercials, and in January 2025, FRUITS ZIPPER themselves appeared in the company’s TV ads.
While it’s a classic Valentine’s tune, the lyrics talk about gearing up for Valentine’s from the very start of the new year, so it’s also a perfect fit for singing at New Year’s parties!
The happiest New Year ever!nekoashi tsubomi (Serizawa Yū)
A festive song packed with New Year’s exhilaration, implemented in-game on New Year’s Day 2025.
It’s sprinkled with imagery of the season—temple bells on New Year’s Eve, first shrine visits, and rites to ward off misfortune—while powerfully singing of prayers to the myriad gods and the resolve to take a new step forward.
A driving BPM of 206 fuses with Japanese flavors to heighten the celebratory mood.
After debuting in the game, the track was released as a single in February 2025 and later included on the August release of the album “Deae ex Machina! Act-2.” Its auspicious vibe and brightness can instantly dazzle a venue, making it perfect for New Year parties or reunions where everyone wishes for happiness in the year ahead.
The “Kai-en” (opening of good ties) phrase, linked to Tsubomi Nekoashi’s fortune-teller character, is delightful—sing it and invite good fortune in!
Cheers Songarashi
As the perfect song to liven up a New Year’s party, Arashi’s track is an unmissable choice.
Included as a bonus track on the standard edition of their October 2017 album “untitled,” it’s a celebratory number that turns the very moment of a toast into music, just like its title suggests.
From the intro, the call-and-response and the bright sounds of the brass band instantly transform the venue into a festive atmosphere.
The horn section’s brilliance brought out by Hideji Kawai’s arrangement and the structure designed for back-and-forth vocals are superb, making it ideal for group singing at New Year gatherings or class reunion karaoke.
It’s truly the perfect song to ring in the year—everyone can add chants together and get pumped while wishing for happiness in the year ahead!