ASIAN KUNG-FU GENERATION Support Songs & Popular Tracks Ranking [2026]
ASIAN KUNG-FU GENERATION is a four-member rock band formed in 1996 in a university light music club, and they’re popular not only in Japan but also overseas.
They’re affectionately known as “Ajikan,” and some people might not even know their official band name (to be honest, that might be you, haha).
They also became well-known for the theme song of the film Solanin.
Here, we’ll introduce a ranking of uplifting support songs by Ajikan!
ASIAN KUNG-FU GENERATION Cheer Songs and Popular Song Rankings [2026] (1–10)
SolaninASIAN KUNG-FU GENERATION1rank/position

This is the song that became the main theme of the film, and I think people who went through a breakup after a long relationship can relate to it.
The lyrics mirror the film’s story, and although it’s sad, it’s also uplifting.
In the movie, Aoi Miyazaki’s rendition of “Solanin” is also poignant and wonderful.
RewriteASIAN KUNG-FU GENERATION2rank/position

With its powerful guitar sound and striking lyrics, this song expresses a strong will for self-transformation.
The lyrics convey a determination to erase one’s past self and create a new identity, resonating deeply with listeners.
Included on ASIAN KUNG-FU GENERATION’s album “Sol-fa,” it was released in 2004.
It was also used as the opening theme for the anime Fullmetal Alchemist, making it popular with a wide audience.
It’s a song that gives you courage when you want to reexamine yourself or are about to take a new step forward.
StandardASIAN KUNG-FU GENERATION3rank/position

A song by ASIAN KUNG-FU GENERATION that straightforwardly expresses the energy of simply moving forward.
The powerful band sound, reminiscent of American rock, is striking and conveys a sense of rising excitement.
The lyrics, like a story with a girl as the protagonist, are unique and convey the importance of believing in yourself.
It’s an energetic track that combines heft with lightness, lifting your spirits and encouraging a positive outlook.
After DarkASIAN KUNG-FU GENERATION4rank/position

Meaning “after it gets dark,” After Dark is an uplifting song by the rock band ASIAN KUNG-FU GENERATION.
It’s a mid-tempo rock tune, a style they excel at.
Kensuke Kita’s distorted guitar and Masafumi Gotoh’s vocals create a very pleasant atmosphere.
The music video, where the members wear suit-like outfits as if they were office workers facing tough jobs every day, is also energizing to watch—highly recommended!
Ultramarine of a Certain TownASIAN KUNG-FU GENERATION5rank/position

A song by ASIAN KUNG-FU GENERATION written specifically for the film Tekkonkinkreet.
With distinctive phrasing, it conveys the pain of repeated trial and error and the courage to take a step beyond it.
Even if the words themselves are complex, they slip easily into the heart thanks in part to the exquisitely calculated interplay between the guitar and drums.
Liberated zoneASIAN KUNG-FU GENERATION6rank/position

The music video for this song, directed by Masakazu Ogita, has been creating a buzz as the members sing “freedom” with bright, cheerful expressions alongside their fans.
It’s really innovative that there are no performance scenes at all, isn’t it? It feels like it’s telling us, “Don’t worry about those around you—just live the way you like, as yourself.” It’s a warm song that brings tears to your eyes when you listen to it.
marching bandASIAN KUNG-FU GENERATION7rank/position

This is an introductory commercial for the Shinken Zemi High School Course featuring Tao Tsuchiya.
Multiple plans are offered to match your target school’s level, making it clear that there’s a roadmap to achieve your goals.
On top of that, the tagline “Everything you need to do is right here” feels very reassuring.
The background music is the high-energy track “Marching Band,” released by ASIAN KUNG-FU GENERATION in 2011.
Its forward-looking message—“Even while carrying all kinds of emotions, light the way to the future and move forward!”—is expressed in Masafumi Gotoh’s own words.
It’s a song that sets listeners’ hearts ablaze.


