Japanese Hip-Hop Popularity Rankings [2026]
We’ve picked out Japanese hip-hop tracks that have been popular so far.
We’re introducing them in a ranked list based on play counts, from most to least.
Check this out to see what kinds of tracks are trending and use it as a reference.
We’re also updating the playlist.
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Japanese Hip-Hop Popularity Rankings [2026] (11–20)
Kawasaki DriftBAD HOP15rank/position
Set in the city of Kawasaki, this compelling track showcases the powerful flows of eight rappers.
Featured on the mini-album “BAD HOP HOUSE,” released in June 2018, it is known as one of the group’s signature works.
The lyrics, brimming with ambition and defiance, vividly depict the realities of the streets and a burning passion for music.
The song expresses a determination to break away from one’s past and keep moving forward, resonating with those striving toward their dreams.
Filled with a resolve to overcome hardship and prove oneself, the words offer courage to anyone who has faced setbacks.
Team friendsChiba Yūki16rank/position
I think today’s middle school students are closer to hip-hop than any generation before them.
Among them, many middle school heads are probably listening to trap music, which leads the times.
What I recommend is Team Tomodachi.
This track is a hit number by Yuki Chiba, aka KOHH, that gained worldwide popularity.
It’s laid back in trap style, so the flow is very simple.
Even those not used to rapping should have no problem performing it.
BUDS MONTAGENectar17rank/position
Namatoura, now renowned as one of Japan’s leading hip-hop groups.
Many of you may have gotten hooked on their tracks after seeing them on NEET Tokyo, right? Speaking of Namatoura’s classic songs, it has to be “BUDS MONTAGE.” Lately, its beat has even been used in battle scenes, so I’m sure many of you are familiar with it.
Namatoura’s music has a lyrical side, so in terms of rapping difficulty, it’s relatively easy.
It’s easy to perform, but because the refined lyrics and track are outstanding, it can create a cool vibe when you sing it at karaoke.
Say Anything (feat. JP THE WAVY)LEX18rank/position
LEX’s song, which sings of infinite possibilities and expressions of love, is guaranteed to get the crowd going at karaoke.
Centered on themes of a free-spirited lifestyle and material abundance, it depicts the thrill of romance and the sharing of special experiences.
Released in August 2021, the track sparked major buzz on TikTok and reached No.
1 on Billboard Japan Heatseekers Songs in September of the same year.
Featured on the album “LOGIC,” it solidified LEX’s popularity.
It’s a perfect pick for anyone who wants to light up a karaoke session or express their feelings to the fullest.
My Resort¥ellow bucks19rank/position
It’s a captivating track with soothing sounds that make you feel as if you’re on a private beach.
On Tee’s production, ¥ellow Bucks unfolds a world where the sparkle of an extraordinary resort intersects with fleeting scenes from everyday life.
The song is included on his milestone debut album “Jungle,” released in August 2020, and its colorful music video, shot in Okinawa, drew major attention, topping various music video charts in Japan.
It’s guaranteed to lift your spirits on a summer drive or whenever you want to unwind a little.
I don’t care about being poor.KOHH20rank/position
In contemporary hip-hop, trap music is indispensable.
The rapper KOHH, who performs “I Don’t Care About Being Poor,” is said to be a pioneer in popularizing trap music in Japan—a true contributor to the hip-hop scene.
This song depicts his upbringing and is crafted in classic trap fashion.
The rap is not very difficult, so you might add your own twist when singing it at karaoke.
Japanese Hip-Hop Popularity Rankings [2026] (21–30)
Bright roomLEX & LANA21rank/position
The collaborative work by LEX and LANA, weaving a tale of hardship and growth, stirs the hearts of listeners.
The journey from past suffering to present success is spelled out in raw, authentic words.
The imagery shifting from a “dark room” to a “bright room” symbolically expresses the transformation in their lives.
Released in April 2024, this piece was created for the hip-hop festival POP YOURS 2024.
It has also drawn attention as the first release from the production team “STUTS on the WAVE,” formed by STUTS and ZOT on the WAVE.
This is a must-listen for those who want to push forward through adversity or grow together with their crew.