[University Students] Popular Japanese Music / J-POP Rankings [By Generation]
We’re excited to present the latest top 100 ranking of popular Japanese music and J-POP songs among university students, listed in order of most plays!
From the newest J-ROCK to blockbuster idol pop hits and timeless classics, a wide range of genres made the list.
The playlist is updated weekly.
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[University Students] Popular Japanese Music / J‑POP Rankings [By Generation] (81–90)
Kaikai KitanEVE85rank/position
A work by Eve that stands out for its exhilarating sound and vocals that feel like an incantation.
Centered on themes of facing oneself and the strength to overcome darkness, the song powerfully portrays the inner struggles of being human.
It opens with a heavy guitar riff and deftly depicts dark, complex emotions.
Its melodic chorus grips the listener and won’t let go.
Released in October 2020 and used as the opening theme for the first season of the anime Jujutsu Kaisen, this track gives you strength when you want to steel yourself for an important match or competition, and when you want to ignite your fighting spirit together with your teammates.
BlessingYOASOBI86rank/position
Released in October 2022, this song drew attention as the opening theme for the anime Mobile Suit Gundam: The Witch from Mercury.
Based on Ichiro Okouchi’s original novella cradle planet, the lyrics reflect the bond between the protagonist Suletta and the Gundam Aerial.
Infused with determination for the future and a wish for coexistence, the lyrics convey a strength that says we can support each other no matter which path we choose.
The dramatic development woven by the driving sound and ikura’s clear, translucent vocals is sure to set your heart ablaze.
Featured on the album THE BOOK 3, the track peaked at No.
2 on the Billboard Japan Hot 100 and has surpassed 100 million views on YouTube.
It’s an energetic number we highly recommend to fans of the Gundam series and anyone seeking a powerful, message-driven song.
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How about a masterpiece whose driving guitar riffs and powerful band sound strike straight to the heart? It’s a single released in November 2014 by KANA-BOON, a rock band formed in Osaka.
Chosen as the opening theme for the TV anime Naruto Shippuden, it sparked major buzz both in Japan and abroad.
This work conveys a resolve to move forward while recognizing that past experiences and encounters shape who we are today, holding what’s precious close to our hearts.
Vocalist Maguro Taniguchi’s emotional voice powerfully encourages students who put in daily effort toward their big moment.
It’s the perfect cheer song for heated events like relays and pep rallies!
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It’s a song whose vivid, scene-rich lyrics and striking melody truly resonate.
The lyrics portray the protagonist’s bittersweet feelings with realism, capturing the emotions of those in love.
Released in September 2017, it became a hot topic, receiving heavy radio rotation.
It has also become a major hit, surpassing 100 million streams.
It’s a track that feels like a snapshot of youth—one that anyone who has ever had a crush, or fallen for someone, can relate to.
Even if you don’t share the same musical tastes as the person you like, listening to this song will surely help your hearts connect.
It’s a song that will cheer on your feelings of love.
DarlingMrs. GREEN APPLE89rank/position
An encouraging anthem that gently stays by your side and gives you a push forward, dedicated to everyone who feels anxiety and uncertainty in the midst of youth.
With Mrs.
GREEN APPLE’s signature emotional, catchy melodies and lyrics rich with messages that boost self-esteem, it resonates deeply.
Released in January 2025, the song was written for NHK General’s special program “Mrs.
GREEN APPLE 18-sai Matsuri” and featured a special performance alongside 1,000 members of the 18-year-old generation.
Play it as the finale of a sports day or school athletic festival, and you’re sure to end on a moving, memorable note!
From Me to Youflumpool90rank/position
A signature song by flumpool, whose appeal lies not only in their gentle vocals but also in their sweet looks.
When a popular manga was adapted into a live-action film, this track became a huge hit as its theme song.
It’s a refreshing tune that sings of bittersweet, straightforward young love, beloved not only by fans but by many listeners.
[University Students] Popular Japanese Music / J-Pop Rankings [By Generation] (91–100)
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wacci is a rock band that delivers music that fits seamlessly into everyday life.
Their song “Sora ni Waraeba,” included on the 2018 album Gunjō Refrain, empowers people striving toward their dreams and goals.
The lyrics unfold like a portrait of days spent working hard with classmates toward a school sports festival.
Even when things get tough, you can picture everyone overcoming it together.
With a warm band arrangement incorporating beautiful strings, it’s a moving song that resonates with the heart.
