Ranking of Popular Japanese Songs and J-Pop Among High School Girls [2026]
When your studies, love life, or friendships aren’t going well, there are times when listening to music makes you empathize so much that you end up in tears, right?
And when you listen during happy times, it becomes the best kind of memory.
Here, we’re introducing a ranking of popular Japanese songs and J‑POP among high school girls.
Lots of songs that high school girls are crazy about have made the list!
Playlist
| Ranking of Popular Japanese Songs and J-Pop Among High School Girls [2026] | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| show_chart | Title | Playlist | Review |
| 1 | To Those Who Know the Blue of the Skyaimyon |  play_arrow | The appeal of heartbreaking youth love songs |
| 2 | MiracleGReeeeN |  play_arrow | GReeeeN’s classic song that portrays love and bonds |
| 3 | Tomorrow as wellSHISHAMO |  play_arrow | NTT Docomo commercial song, a track with a memorable chorus |
| 4 | Spot the differenceSuda Masaki |  play_arrow | Sing about life with Masaki Suda’s captivating song |
| 5 | On nights when cherry blossoms fallaimyon |  play_arrow | A bittersweet love song of parting and new encounters in spring |
| 6 | Crimson Lotus FlowerLiSA |  play_arrow | A popular rock-style song with a hopeful message |
| 7 | CHE.R.RYYUI |  play_arrow | A youth song that portrays the romantic feelings of the smartphone generation |
| 8 | My Past Life, Many Lifetimes AgoRADWIMPS |  play_arrow | Main theme of 'Your Name.', an emotional song by RADWIMPS |
| 9 | I want to be lovedYumcha |  | A pop song that portrays love for a loser boyfriend |
| 10 | Blue and summer.Mrs. GREEN APPLE |  play_arrow | Summer youth, Motoki Omori’s passionate vocals |
| 11 | Sakura, You, and Ituki. |  play_arrow | A moving love song that portrays farewells and new encounters in spring |
| 12 | Kimi-iro NoteNovelbright |  play_arrow | Five-member band Novelbright from Osaka is gaining popularity. |
| 13 | We againSG |  play_arrow | A cheering song that overcomes parting and hopes for a reunion |
| 14 | Racing into the NightYOASOBI |  play_arrow | YOASOBI’s masterpiece that expresses novels through music |
| 15 | Horse and deerYonezu Kenshi |  play_arrow | Kenshi Yonezu’s moving theme song, a heart-touching masterpiece |
| 16 | Who’s the One That Made You So Cute? feat. Nagisa Shiranami (CV: Junya Enoki)HONEY WORKS |  play_arrow | A song that portrays the complex feelings of a high school girl with an unrequited crush |
| 17 | PretenderOfisharu Higedan Dism |  play_arrow | The bittersweet feelings of love portrayed in “Pretender” |
| 18 | InfluencerNogizaka 46 |  play_arrow | Nogizaka46's captivating popular songs |
| 19 | Bunny GirlAKASAKI |  play_arrow | A seduction love song with a Shōwa-era kayōkyoku motif |
| 20 | 366 daysHY |  play_arrow | The heartrending singing voice and lyrics of love resonate with the heart. |
| 21 | Tomorrow never knowsMr.Children |  play_arrow | Mr. Children’s friendship songs are heart-touching masterpieces. |
| 22 | FLASHPerfume |  play_arrow | Release of the theme song for the movie “Chihayafuru” |
| 23 | Sugar Song and Bitter StepUNISON SQUARE GARDEN |  play_arrow | The ending theme song of 'Blood Blockade Battlefront' is a captivating and exciting masterpiece. |
| 24 | omnidirectional beautynozomi |  play_arrow | Introduction to the Vocal Techniques of Noa Murasaki’s song “All-Directional Beautiful Girl” |
| 25 | Promise of SunflowersHata Motohiro |  play_arrow | A heartwarming song that conveys the importance of friendship |
| 26 | KindnessFuji Kaze |  play_arrow | The gentle kindness that heals the heart in Fujii Kaze’s songs |
| 27 | 365 Days’ Paper AirplaneAKB48 |  play_arrow | NHK morning drama theme song, popular across a wide range of generations |
| 28 | May it be filled with kindnessFlower |  play_arrow | The theme song of the film “Evergreen Love” (Shokubutsu Zukan), a track by JUJU. |
| 29 | Blue JeansHANA |  play_arrow | HANA’s youthful love song that sings about real, down-to-earth feelings of romance |
| 30 | BEST FRIENDKiroro |  play_arrow | A friendship song that resonates with the heart, perfect for graduation. |
| 31 | Snow Magic FantasySEKAI NO OWARI |  play_arrow | A romantic winter track, perfect for Christmas |
| 32 | Ah, geez.Saucy Dog |  play_arrow | A coming-of-age song that sings about the bittersweet feelings of unrequited love |
| 33 | Fujiyama DiscoSilent Siren |  play_arrow | Popular single songs by Silent Siren |
| 34 | A bouquet of flowers with loveSuperfly |  play_arrow | A smash-hit song that sings of gratitude |
| 35 | summer festivalWhiteberry |  play_arrow | A classic song by Whiteberry that sings about summer memories |
| 36 | Mutual loveaiko |  play_arrow | Aiko’s “Sōshi Sōai” is a song filled with bittersweet emotions. |
| 37 | From our joined handsback number |  play_arrow | A light, beautiful piece with a gentle atmosphere |
| 38 | Ms. Hanako on a high pedestalback number |  play_arrow | A famous song by back number that portrays the heartache of unrequited love |
| 39 | You know,aimyon |  play_arrow | Aimyon’s movie theme song, a bittersweet pop tune |
| 40 | Full-Power BoySukima Suichi |  play_arrow | Sukima Switch's songs are moving. |
| 41 | Division All StarsHipunoshisumaiku |  play_arrow | Hypmic is a rap battle between voice actors. |
| 42 | Snow BlossomNakajima Mika |  play_arrow | Mika Nakashima’s emotional love song |
| 43 | Song of LoveKōda Kumi |  play_arrow | Koda Kumi’s heart-wrenching love songs are popular. |
| 44 | A Bouquet for YouUtada Hikaru |  play_arrow | A classic song that honestly conveys feelings of gratitude |
| 45 | calculatingly cuteHinatazaka46 |  play_arrow | Popular songs from Hinatazaka46's debut album |
| 46 | loveHoshino Gen |  play_arrow | Koi Dance is a popular youth song. |
| 47 | crescent moonayaka |  play_arrow | A timeless song by Ayaka that resonates with the heart as she recovers from heartbreak |
| 48 | Bring the Rain to Quench the ThirstMinami |  play_arrow | Minami’s powerful singing voice and heartfelt lyrics |
| 49 | User ManualNishino Kana |  play_arrow | Kana Nishino’s “Torisetsu” is an original love song. |
| 50 | Get Off of My MindMAN WITH A MISSION |  play_arrow | Gueron, a popular song by the wolf band |
| 51 | Baby Don’t CryAmuro Namie |  play_arrow | Namie Amuro’s powerful, heartfelt masterpiece |
| 52 | StoryAI |  play_arrow | A signature song of AI and an upbeat love song |
| 53 | Unrequited loveAimer |  play_arrow | A masterpiece that sings of the bittersweet feelings of unrequited love |
| 54 | astronomical observationBUMP OF CHICKEN |  play_arrow | A BUMP song that portrays the hope and pain of youth |
| 55 | Is being cute not enough?CUTIE STREET |  play_arrow | I recommend CUTIE STREET’s song “Is Being Cute Not Enough?” |
| 56 | Heart ForecastEVE |  play_arrow | Cheering on the feelings of love with a crush song |
| 57 | Sorry for being cuteHONEY WORKS |  play_arrow | This song has an appeal that captures the hearts of teenage girls... |
| 58 | May it be filled with kindnessJUJU |  play_arrow | JUJU’s emotional vocals and songs of encouragement |
| 59 | silhouetteKANA-BOON |  play_arrow | KANA-BOON’s popular songs are supported by high school students. |
| 60 | Drunkenness UnknownKanaria |  play_arrow | An addictive dance track written and composed by Kanaria |
| 61 | broad daylightKing Gnu |  play_arrow | King Gnu’s signature song, a classic with a mature vibe |
| 62 | Tokyo Shandy RendezvousMAISONdes |  play_arrow | A song depicting the bustle and loneliness of the city, by Kafu… |
| 63 | Yowanehaki feat. Wanuka, asmiMAISONdes |  play_arrow | The inner self of a human being who bears instability and uncertainty… |
| 64 | EverythingMISIA |  play_arrow | MISIA’s moving wedding song is a big hit |
| 65 | A Little Love SongMONGOL800 |  play_arrow | A poignant masterpiece about long-distance love that resonates with the heart |
| 66 | RomanticismMrs. GREEN APPLE |  play_arrow | A classic song that sings of the bittersweet feelings of youth. |
| 67 | lilacMrs. GREEN APPLE |  play_arrow | A moving song by Mrs. GREEN APPLE that portrays youth |
| 68 | Step and a stepNiziU |  play_arrow | NiziU's debut song: value your own pace |
| 69 | Love and romanceNovelbright |  play_arrow | A heartfelt song that heals a high school student's unrequited love |
| 70 | 1.15 Million Kilometers of FilmOfisharu Higedan Dism |  play_arrow | A cinematic OHD track that portrays memories of love |
| 71 | W/X/YTani Yuuki |  play_arrow | A love song by Tani Yuuki, popular on social media |
| 72 | Because you are hereUru |  play_arrow | Sing of hope with a fleeting, delicate voice |
| 73 | HarukaYOASOBI |  play_arrow | Graduation song “Haruka,” pitch is difficult but moving |
| 74 | ultramarineYOASOBI |  play_arrow | Passionate feelings, bonds with friends, and the power of music |
| 75 | strong wind slicked-back hairYukopi |  play_arrow | Yukopi, who turns little everyday happenings into songs... |
| 76 | Chu, diversity.ano |  play_arrow | Ano-chan’s hit song “Chu, Diversity.” |
| 77 | Fictionsumika |  play_arrow | An uplifting, refreshing song like a spring breeze |
| 78 | Because I like you.Yuika |  play_arrow | A cute love song that portrays a high schooler's unrequited love |
| 79 | Spring Dayaimyon |  play_arrow | Aimer's classic song “Harunohi” is easy to sing. |
| 80 | Marigoldaimyon |  play_arrow | Aimyong’s popularity: songs that are easy to sing across generations |
| 81 | You don’t listen to rock.aimyon |  play_arrow | Aimyong’s poignant love song |
| 82 | Biting the second handzutto mayonaka de ii no ni. |  play_arrow | A heartrending love is expressed with a crystalline, translucent singing voice... |
| 83 | Never Grow Upchanmina |  play_arrow | Chanmina’s hit song popular among teenage girls |
| 84 | Letter ~Dear You at Fifteen~Anjura Aki |  play_arrow | A letter to my future self, a song praying for happiness |
| 85 | Blue HabitatKitanitatsuya |  play_arrow | Tatsuya Kitani's 'Ao no Sumika' is a moving song. |
| 86 | tobacco / cigarette(s)Koresawa |  play_arrow | A sad love song that depicts the pain of heartbreak |
| 87 | I can’t forget it.Sakanakushon |  play_arrow | Sakanaction’s nostalgic song to be released on an 8 cm single |
| 88 | KanadeSukima Suichi |  play_arrow | An inspiring farewell ballad by Sukima Switch |
| 89 | It’s nothing.makaroni enpitsu |  play_arrow | A classic youth song depicting a bittersweet love, resonating in the heart. |
| 90 | Blueberry Nightsmakaroni enpitsu |  play_arrow | Unrequited Love Song by Macaroni Enpitsu |
| 91 | Only for you, clear skiesYorushika |  play_arrow | A poignant summer youth song filled with emotion |
| 92 | Say it.Yorushika |  play_arrow | It's especially popular among young people in their teens and twenties... |
| 93 | dogwood (flowering dogwood)Hitoto Yo |  play_arrow | Hitoto Yo’s soul-stirring vocals and lyrics |
| 94 | First LoveUtada Hikaru |  play_arrow | Hikaru Utada, a classic song that sings about the poignancy of first love |
| 95 | Happinessarashi |  play_arrow | A classic hit by Arashi that cheers on high school students |
| 96 | EdisonSuiyōbi no Campanella |  play_arrow | Edison by Wednesday Campanella is exceptionally cute. |
| 97 | A melody instead of a bouquetShimizu Shota |  play_arrow | Shota Shimizu’s moving love song, a drama theme song |
| 98 | YELLOWKamiyama Yagi |  play_arrow | The captivating song “YELLOW” by Vocaloid producer Yoh Kamiyama |
| 99 | LemonYonezu Kenshi |  play_arrow | Kenshi Yonezu’s heartrending theme song, with lyrics that resonate with the heart |
| 100 | If I could become a constellationkessoku bando |  play_arrow | Kessoku Band’s “If I Could Become a Constellation” is popular. |