Popular Cute Songs: Japanese Music/J-Pop Artist Rankings [2026]
The Japanese word “kawaii” is actually used around the world, and Japanese youth culture is sometimes called “kawaii culture.” This time, we’ll introduce a ranking of songs that capture that sense of cuteness.
It’s a collection of music that will make your heart flutter.
Playlist
| Popular Cute Songs: Japanese Music/J-Pop Artist Rankings [2026] | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| show_chart | Title | Playlist | Review |
| 1 | User ManualNishino Kana |  play_arrow | Kana Nishino’s theme song—a track inspired by an instruction manual. |
| 2 | Sniper.Yuika |  play_arrow | A heart-fluttering unrequited-love youth song |
| 3 | My cutest partFRUITS ZIPPER |  play_arrow | Let's dance to popular TikTok songs |
| 4 | CHE.R.RYYUI |  play_arrow | Flip-phone love mail, pure feelings |
| 5 | Single‑minded Cinderella!CUTIE STREET |  play_arrow | CUTIE STREET's popular single and love song is making waves. |
| 6 | Specially, do it.＝LOVE |  play_arrow | Introduction to songs by the idol group =LOVE |
| 7 | Don’t cheat on me.Koresawa |  play_arrow | Fascinated by KORESAWA’s true-to-life lyrics |
| 8 | First Love Killernozomi |  play_arrow | A song that depicts a first love from student days and resonates with listeners |
| 9 | I want to be lovedYumcha |  | The appeal of the SNS viral hit 'Aisaretai' |
| 10 | Fuzzy NavelConton Candy |  play_arrow | A love song like a cocktail with a hint of orange |
| 11 | Make you happyNiziU |  play_arrow | NiziU’s smash hit song “Make you happy” |
| 12 | BibbidebaHoshimachi Suisei |  play_arrow | Motifed on the fairy tale “Cinderella,” set in modern society… |
| 13 | Chu, diversity.ano |  play_arrow | Ano-chan’s hit song “Chu, Diversity.” |
| 14 | It’s the cutest ever!Chou Tokimeki♡Sendenbu |  play_arrow | An anthem that supports a forward-looking image of a woman who turns heartbreak into self-improvement |
| 15 | Heavy rotationAKB48 |  play_arrow | AKB48’s “Koi Suru Fortune Cookie” is a big hit. |
| 16 | Love♡Scream!AiScReam |  play_arrow | AiScReam’s Youth Ice Cream Song |
| 17 | Double Double FIGHT!CANDY TUNE |  play_arrow | A rhythmic new song is gaining popularity. |
| 18 | Chocolate DiscoPerfume |  play_arrow | Perfume’s classic song that colors Valentine’s Day |
| 19 | Pig Thunder (feat. Kaai Yuki)Yukopi |  play_arrow | A Vocaloid producer who uses rests effectively: Yukopi’s songs |
| 20 | cherry (sweet cherry; cherry fruit)Otsuka Ai |  play_arrow | Ai Otsuka’s 2nd single, a song depicting romantic love. |
| 21 | paprikaFoorin |  | A hugely popular song written and composed by Kenshi Yonezu |
| 22 | Odoru Pompoko RinE-girls |  play_arrow | An iconic E-girls hit that gets everyone hyped |
| 23 | Kawaii KaiwaiPiKi |  play_arrow | Soothing electropop by two idols |
| 24 | Baby youyuka |  play_arrow | Enjoy dancing to a mid-tempo song |
| 25 | I love youuu!HoneyWorks feat. chū-tan |  play_arrow | Sukicchu no! Cute and a bit ennui. |
| 26 | Good luck to me tomorrow.Nanawo Akari |  play_arrow | Cheer up your heart with a support song by Nanawo Akari |
| 27 | Sorry for Being Cute feat. ChuutanHONEY WORKS |  play_arrow | A cheekily cute song that's beyond adorable is popular |
| 28 | Wonderlandkyururin tte shite mite |  play_arrow | Reiwa-era Alice with a cute worldview |
| 29 | idolYOASOBI |  play_arrow | YOASOBI's 'Idol' is a beautiful, feminine masterpiece. |
| 30 | Happinessarashi |  play_arrow | An exhilarating classic imbued with courage and hope for the future |
| 31 | Love CirculationHanazawa Kana |  play_arrow | Introduction to Kana Hanazawa’s Cute Voice and Signature Songs |
| 32 | The world is falling in loveCHiCO with HoneyWorks |  play_arrow | Popular songs by CHiCO with HoneyWorks |
| 33 | fireworks (launched into the sky)DAOKO × Yonezu Kenshi |  play_arrow | A collaborative song that captures the bittersweet moments of fireworks and love |
| 34 | Because I met youmiwa |  play_arrow | A cheer song for club members, a track that captures the sparkle of youth |
| 35 | I am a bear.Utada Hikaru |  play_arrow | Utada Hikaru’s cute, soothing song |
| 36 | Do Re Mi So La Si DoHinatazaka46 |  play_arrow | The idol song “Do Re Mi So La Si Do” is popular. |
| 37 | Love LeeAKMU (Akdong Musician) |  play_arrow | AKMU's new song 'Love Lee' is popular on TikTok. |
| 38 | ProblemAriana Grande |  play_arrow | Have fun with your friends with a sexy song and dance |
| 39 | DaisyAshnikko |  play_arrow | Ashnikko, a TikTok sensation, captivates young people with her distinctive music |
| 40 | GirlfriendAvril Lavigne |  play_arrow | Choreographing Avril’s song |
| 41 | Kill This LoveBLAKPINK |  play_arrow | The allure of K-POP dance is spreading across the world |
| 42 | Dance The NightDua Lipa |  play_arrow | Dua Lipa’s song for the movie Barbie |
| 43 | Good job, summer!HALCALI |  play_arrow | HALCALI’s classic summer song—brisk and full of emotion. |
| 44 | I want to be cute.HoneyWorks feat. Narumi Seina (CV.: Amamiya Sora) |  play_arrow | HoneyWorks, known for youth anthems, is hugely popular among students. |
| 45 | Almond ChocolateILLIT |  play_arrow | ILLIT’s iconic song that sweetly portrays feelings for one’s idol |
| 46 | ATTITUDEive |  play_arrow | IVE's new dance track that's trending on social media |
| 47 | Having someone you likeJY |  play_arrow | A theme song that sings about bittersweet feelings for someone you love |
| 48 | MisterKARA |  play_arrow | A popular song that resonates with audiences through exhilarating dance |
| 49 | Cinderella GirlKing&Prince |  play_arrow | King & Prince 'Cinderella Girl' |
| 50 | Poker FaceLady Gaga |  play_arrow | An alluring adult sexy dance track |
| 51 | Crimson Lotus FlowerLiSA |  play_arrow | The theme song of Demon Slayer, Gurenge, is a popular dance track. |
| 52 | Black MagicLittle Mix |  play_arrow | A Little Mix masterpiece that changes your life with confidence |
| 53 | Tokyo Shandy RendezvousMAISONdes feat. Kafu, Tsumiki |  play_arrow | Urusei Yatsura’s theme song is creating a huge buzz |
| 54 | NEW LOOKMISAMO |  play_arrow | A self-discovery anthem that fuses retro and pop |
| 55 | StaRtMrs. GREEN APPLE |  play_arrow | Upbeat pop rock for a new chapter in life |
| 56 | Hello, Again ~A Place That Has Existed Since Long Ago~My Little Lover |  play_arrow | The classic song “Hello, Again” is refreshing and deeply moving. |
| 57 | OMGNewJeans |  play_arrow | NewJeans' 'OMG,' a bittersweet love song |
| 58 | Walking with youNovelbright |  play_arrow | A high-difficulty song that starts from the chorus! Up-tempo. |
| 59 | APT.ROSÉ & Bruno Mars |  play_arrow | ROSÉ and Bruno’s collaboration track faces backlash |
| 60 | HabitSEKAI NO OWARI |  play_arrow | The student uniform dance is trending and has won an MTV award! |
| 61 | You and the summer music festivalSHISHAMO |  play_arrow | SHISHAMO’s summer festival songs, real youth |
| 62 | August NightSilent Siren |  play_arrow | Silent Siren's Summer Night Love Song |
| 63 | EZ DO DANCETRF |  play_arrow | TRF’s “EZ DO DANCE” is still popular. |
| 64 | TT -Japanese ver.-Twice |  play_arrow | The choreography for TWICE's 'TT' is simple and fun. |
| 65 | Shake It OffTaylor Swift |  play_arrow | The popular song “Shake It Off,” so cute. |
| 66 | Sugar Song and Bitter StepUNISON SQUARE GARDEN |  play_arrow | A strangely unforgettable, catchy melody... |
| 67 | beetle (specifically, a rhinoceros beetle)aiko |  play_arrow | Aiko’s hit song “Kabutomushi” is popular. |
| 68 | I tried falling in love with you.chay |  play_arrow | Focus on chay’s mature love song |
| 69 | Rhapsody of the Blue Skyfhána |  play_arrow | Opening dance of Miss Kobayashi’s Dragon Maid |
| 70 | Shinako World 🌷💜airi DX · shinako |  play_arrow | First collaborative track born on TikTok, with a free-spirited worldview |
| 71 | Marigoldaimyon |  play_arrow | A timeless, heart-stirring song that sings of youthful feelings. |
| 72 | Ninjari Ban Bankyarī pamyu pamyu |  play_arrow | Kyary Pamyu Pamyu’s ninja commercial song |
| 73 | Yes, with pleasure.kocchi no kento |  play_arrow | Kento’s socially conscious song over here is making waves. |
| 74 | Glittering Teethshinako |  play_arrow | A song that sings about the importance of brushing teeth |
| 75 | POKÉDANCEnanahira |  play_arrow | Official Pokémon song goes viral for its outstanding danceability |
| 76 | First-Love (Ubu Love)naniwa danshi |  play_arrow | Naniwa Danshi’s first-love song is popular on TikTok |
| 77 | I can’t stand that cute girl.narumiya |  play_arrow | A heart-fluttering song that captures the bittersweet feelings of unrequited love. |
| 78 | sparklingmosao. |  play_arrow | Mosawo love song relatable SNS |
| 79 | Here we go! Phantom Thief GirlMomoiro Kurōbā Zetto |  play_arrow | The idol group’s signature song and dance choreography are captivating. |
| 80 | New Treasure IslandSakanakushon |  play_arrow | Sakanaction’s unique dance video |
| 81 | MesmerizerSatsuki |  play_arrow | Satsuki’s track is shocking and insanely addictive. |
| 82 | Jamboree Mickey!Dizunī |  play_arrow | Disney dance song, fun to dance to! |
| 83 | LOVE MachineMōningu Musume. |  play_arrow | Morning Musume’s representative song of 1999, full of hope |
| 84 | Only for you, clear skiesYorushika |  play_arrow | A masterpiece by Yorushika, a poignant song influenced by Shiki’s haiku. |
| 85 | Rat-tat-tatSandaime Jē Sōru Burazāzu fromu Eguzairu Toraibu |  play_arrow | Paripi is a group of people connected through music. |
| 86 | I love you.Inoue Sonoko |  play_arrow | A song that portrays the struggles and courage of love during student days |
| 87 | Rolling GirlHatsune Miku |  play_arrow | Hatsune Miku’s hit song “Rolling Girl” |
| 88 | Someone more important than a friendGoriki Ayame |  play_arrow | A heartwarming song about feelings for a loved one |
| 89 | No reply yet, kana? Old-man texting style! (feat. Amai)Yoshimoto ojisan |  play_arrow | Uncle-style writing transforms into a cute song! |
| 90 | IIIHoushou Marin & Kobo Kanaeru |  play_arrow | Marin and Kanaeru’s EDM track appears |
| 91 | Geeshōjo jidai |  play_arrow | The K-pop hit song “Gee” by Girls’ Generation |
| 92 | Otona Blueatarashii gakkou no rīdāzu |  play_arrow | A popular song with a perfect blend of sound and lyrics |
| 93 | loveHoshino Gen |  play_arrow | Gen Hoshino and Yui Aragaki, popular for the 'Koi Dance' |
| 94 | Gegegay no KitaroToukyou Gegegay |  play_arrow | Let's have fun in Halloween-style yokai costumes! |
| 95 | Silent majorityKeyakizaka46 |  play_arrow | Silent Majority, a powerful song |
| 96 | EdisonSuiyōbi no Campanella |  play_arrow | Female-vocal techno music releases are popular. |
| 97 | #Aqua-Color PaletteMinato Akua |  play_arrow | Popular songs by the virtual YouTuber Minato Aqua |
| 98 | Dancing HeroOginome Yōko |  play_arrow | Songs from the bubble era are becoming popular again. |
| 99 | sparkleFuji Kaze |  play_arrow | Fujii Kaze’s dance-number love story |
| 100 | I want to be your lover.Abe Mao |  play_arrow | A masterpiece that portrays the bittersweet feelings of unrequited love. |