Popular Reggae: Japanese Artist Rankings [2026]
Reggae is one of the Latin music styles that originated in Jamaica, but it has now become a popular genre worldwide.
Of course, it’s also popular in Japan, and there are many artists influenced by reggae.
This time, we’ll introduce a ranking of popular Japanese artists who perform reggae.
Playlist
| Popular Reggae: Japanese Artist Rankings [2026] | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| show_chart | Title | Playlist | Review |
| 1 | greenCHEHON |  play_arrow | Reggae classic depicts seasons and encounters |
| 2 | Stay With MeHISATOMI |  play_arrow | Hit song from a Jamaican label and its music video become a hot topic |
| 3 | Lifetime RespectMiki Dōsan |  play_arrow | Conveying the appeal of the Japanese language with a reggae beat |
| 4 | Midsummer OrionINFINITY16 welcomez MINMI,10-FEET |  play_arrow | A reggae DJ’s solo project, a summer track |
| 5 | DOKOKEN-U |  play_arrow | Urban nights, music of passion and solitude |
| 6 | It’s Your LoveBES |  play_arrow | A heartwarming song that sings of gratitude and love |
| 7 | The Sunlit HillRYO the SKYWALKER |  play_arrow | The classic song “Harewataru Oka” by RYO the SKYWALKER |
| 8 | Pure Love SongShonan no Kaze |  play_arrow | Shonan no Kaze, who helped spread reggae and gained popularity with “Junrenka” |
| 9 | Even though you haven’t even done itRAY |  play_arrow | RAY’s cheer song conveys the courage to move forward toward dreams. |
| 10 | If you wanna go, then go.NANJAMAN |  play_arrow | A reggae song by NANJAMAN from Osaka |
| 11 | For Youlecca |  play_arrow | Reggae singer lecca is a politician. |
| 12 | APOLLO STYLEAPOLLO |  play_arrow | A masterpiece that captures hearts with reggae and rap |
| 13 | The Mole’s SongEXPRESS |  play_arrow | EXPRESS’s “Mole’s Song” is an inspiring masterpiece. |
| 14 | Love SoulRickie-G |  play_arrow | A heartrending love song that heals the heart, a melody that carries hope |
| 15 | Step right up!775 |  play_arrow | A musical style that fuses reggae with traditional Japanese elements |
| 16 | MINORITYJ-REXXX |  play_arrow | The fiery soul of a reggae DJ and the power of music |
| 17 | YOU & ISTEREON |  play_arrow | A healing song for you who worry about others' eyes |
| 18 | REGGAE PARTYARARE |  play_arrow | A reggae DJ based in Yokohama with a distinctive charm |
| 19 | Hide your tearsPETER MAN |  play_arrow | Fusion of love for Jamaica and Japanese identity |
| 20 | Life Goes Ondōraku |  play_arrow | Singing our passion for dreams, spreading across the nation |
| 21 | What it means to live446 & SHINGO★Nishinari |  play_arrow | A heartwarming song that conveys the joy of living |
| 22 | A wish upon a starHOME GROWN feat H-MAN & Neo |  play_arrow | A love song about two people missing each other and their love |
| 23 | Wonderful DaysFire Ball |  play_arrow | The classic song by the reggae group Fire Ball |
| 24 | Don’t Give Up Yourself !!HAN-KUN |  play_arrow | HAN-KUN's Japanese reggae resonates around the world |
| 25 | ForeverPUSHIM |  play_arrow | A heartwarming classic love song with a reggae vibe |
| 26 | ONE LIFFKotobukikun |  play_arrow | Hisatoku in a reggae arrangement, singing of nature and life |
| 27 | Drink, drink, paradiseCHOP STICK |  play_arrow | A reggae tune that fires up the summer! |
| 28 | GiftET-KING |  play_arrow | Introducing the reggae-infused love song “Gift.” |
| 29 | MY TEAMJ-REXXX & EMPEROR MUSIC |  play_arrow | A reggae cheer song that celebrates the bonds of friendship |
| 30 | If I do itKotobukikun |  play_arrow | Sushi-kun’s cheer song moved Chika Aoki. |
| 31 | HINOMARU REVIVALLIFESTYLE |  play_arrow | Reggae song supporting Noto earthquake recovery brings hope to the disaster area |
| 32 | FOREVERMicky Rich |  play_arrow | A song of gratitude and love for my beloved |
| 33 | DEAR…NISSIN |  play_arrow | A love song bound by a red thread |
| 34 | Lifetime Respect – Women’s VersionRSP |  play_arrow | An R&B duo scored a massive hit with a classic song from a woman's perspective. |
| 35 | GROOVEThe Speakers |  play_arrow | Aggressive sound of dancehall reggae |
| 36 | BADAAZAKANE |  play_arrow | A trap track by a female singer who leverages her study-abroad experience |
| 37 | COMAGAINAkane, Rudebwoy Face, Rueed feat Pushim |  play_arrow | Hope for an unfinished love and a reunion |
| 38 | IG GYALBANJI |  play_arrow | IG is music that makes you obsessed with selfie-loving gals. |
| 39 | Light It Up feat. RUDEBWOY FACE & ¥ellow BucksBANTY FOOT |  play_arrow | Reggae is appealing not only in Osaka but across the whole country. |
| 40 | By my side…BIG BEAR |  play_arrow | A reggae artist’s gentle love song |
| 41 | STEP UP ~Swaying and Drifting~BOOGIE MAN |  play_arrow | The appeal of Boogieman’s reggae song “Step Up” |
| 42 | BRAND NEW DAYDAISEN |  play_arrow | Delivering courage through melody and message |
| 43 | TAKE ME AWAY feat. AKANE & AKLODJ HAZIME |  play_arrow | DJ HAZIME’s reggaeton track featuring AKANE & AKLO |
| 44 | Only YouEELMAN |  play_arrow | A heartfelt song that sings of pure love for someone special |
| 45 | One LoveHOME GROWN, lecca, Spinna B-ILL, RUEED, I-VAN |  play_arrow | One Love by a Japanese reggae artist |
| 46 | Even though I have so much I want to sayINFINITY16 |  play_arrow | A masculine singing voice and a message that resonates with the heart |
| 47 | Always with youINFINITY16 welcomez TEE & hiroko from mihimaru GT |  play_arrow | A song about gratitude and the importance of a loved one |
| 48 | wavingJING TENG |  play_arrow | The captivating musicality of a reggae singer |
| 49 | yoasobiKIRA & Shimotaku |  play_arrow | Summer Nocturne by a Macau-based singer |
| 50 | Flowers blooming in the night skyMEGARYU |  play_arrow | Signature song of the reggae duo MEGARYU |
| 51 | RespectMIGHTY CROWN FAMILY |  play_arrow | A music collective active on the global reggae scene |
| 52 | STEPPIN’ ALWAYSMIGHTY JAM ROCK |  play_arrow | A popular Osaka group living the reggae culture |
| 53 | Shanana☆MINMI |  play_arrow | Feeling happy with the open, summery song, Sha-na-na☆ |
| 54 | fireworksMINMI × Dozan Miyaki |  play_arrow | Summer reggae, the classic hit by MINMI and Miki Dōzan |
| 55 | MOONLIGHT DANCEHALLMOOMIN |  play_arrow | A pioneer who paved the way for the reggae scene |
| 56 | Summer sparkleMOONIN |  play_arrow | A sparkling summer tune, heart-soothing reggae |
| 57 | LUVMUNEHIRO |  play_arrow | Sarina Suzuki, who is active as a reggae singer |
| 58 | TRUST YOURSELFMighty Crown feat. Maccho from OZROSAURUS,Rudebwoy Face |  play_arrow | A reggae sound group from Yokohama active on the global stage |
| 59 | Na,Na,Na,Na (STEP UP RIDDIM)NG HEAD |  play_arrow | A legendary musician active as a reggae DJ |
| 60 | Party TimeNatural Weapon |  play_arrow | A popular artist who roams the scene in reggae |
| 61 | ReleaseONEDER |  play_arrow | An inspiring song filled with a love for travel and music |
| 62 | Catch a FirePERSIA & RUDEBWOY FACE |  play_arrow | Haruki’s new song “ALL ON ME” is making waves. |
| 63 | Play at Night (feat. ONEDER)POWER WAVE |  play_arrow | An energetic song that celebrates youth and friendship. |
| 64 | MelosPUSHIM, THUNDER |  play_arrow | A moving work by artists from Osaka and Hyogo |
| 65 | SYSTEMRAM HEAD |  play_arrow | A sensibility-rich reggae singer from Osaka |
| 66 | YOROKOBI NO UTARANKIN TAXI |  play_arrow | Father of Japanese reggae, pioneer DJ |
| 67 | Mugwort Among the Hemp feat. MINMI, Miki Dōzan, APOLLO, KIRA, KENTY GROSS, BES & NATURAL WEAPONRED SPIDER |  play_arrow | A hit song by RED SPIDER featuring MINMI |
| 68 | Yamin ~Yamming~REILI feat. DELI, ASIAN STAR |  play_arrow | An enchanting collaboration track by REILI and DELI |
| 69 | Lonely GirlRIDDIM HUNTER |  play_arrow | A classic song by the reggae singer RIDDIM HUNTER |
| 70 | At My Own Pace feat. EXPRESSRISKY DICE |  play_arrow | A refreshing, encouraging reggae song |
| 71 | Big LoveRUDEBWOY FACE |  play_arrow | A multi-talented reggae artist from Yokohama |
| 72 | New Foundation: Learning from the past to create the newRUEED |  play_arrow | Inspiration of reggae love and freedom |
| 73 | Joy of Love ～happy ever after～SATOMi feat HISATOMI |  play_arrow | A song in which SATOMi sings about bittersweet feelings of love. |
| 74 | Zutto (feat. HAN-KUN & TEE)SPICY CHOCOLATE |  play_arrow | Produced by SPICY CHOCOLATE |
| 75 | for a long time / all the time / continuouslySPICY CHOCOLATE feat HAN-KUN & TEE |  play_arrow | A popular NTT Docomo commercial song that conveys the poignancy of love |
| 76 | lion cubSPINNA B-ILL |  play_arrow | An inspiring song about the courage to face hardship |
| 77 | The Last Goodbye feat. SHINGO★NishinariTAK-Z & KIRA |  play_arrow | A breakup ballad that sings a confession of the end |
| 78 | after the festivalTAK-Z & NATURAL WEAPON |  play_arrow | A song of unspoken feelings and regret |
| 79 | Baby I Love YouTEE |  play_arrow | TEE's love song, an early track sung with rich emotion |
| 80 | Eternal FestivalTAK-Z |  play_arrow | A festival of love from meeting to marriage |
| 81 | night trainTwigy |  play_arrow | P.H.'s unconventional hip-hop classic |
| 82 | Oto-gaeshi (Prod by GeG)VIGORMAN |  play_arrow | A powerful yet gentle song about facing yourself |
| 83 | deep greenXILA & CHEHON |  play_arrow | The moving impact of a powerful song that confronts social issues |
| 84 | proofZENDAMAN,Jr.SANTA |  play_arrow | Soulful reggae song, the power to overcome difficulties |
| 85 | Pretty Likkle BabeZendaMan |  play_arrow | A love song by the reggae singer ZENDAMAN |
| 86 | Alright then, bye-bye.chiikaman |  play_arrow | A heartbreak song packed with the charm of reggae |
| 87 | Toxic Sweet feat. JP THE WAVYm-flo |  play_arrow | An interstellar love story between a Martian and an Earthling |
| 88 | I love you, honey.miko feat RUDEBWOY FACE |  play_arrow | A heartrending love song that sings of a maiden in love |
| 89 | I miss youkariyushi 58 |  play_arrow | A song of bittersweet longing and regret for a former lover |
| 90 | The youngest in future history feat. SHINJI TAKEDAsarikei |  play_arrow | Sarikei's reggae debut song |
| 91 | The Last One feat. J-REXXXJAPANĪZUMAGENĪZU |  play_arrow | A heartwarming hip-hop track that calls for peace and happiness |
| 92 | Proud of MeHaiji |  play_arrow | A long-distance girlfriend’s aching feelings |
| 93 | Encounter… feat. RED RICE (Shonan no Kaze), BIG RONKyūshūdan |  play_arrow | A song brimming with KyushuDanji’s reggae-pop charm |
| 94 | 1/6000000000Kyushuo feat C&K |  play_arrow | A warm love song by Kyushu-dan, their major-label debut track |
| 95 | LALALA feat. Wakadanna (Shonan no Kaze)Kato Miria |  play_arrow | A heartwarming masterpiece dedicated to Miliyah Kato’s beloved dog |
| 96 | I LOVE Umanji rain |  play_arrow | Yosuke Kubozuka is active in reggae under the name Manji LINE. |
| 97 | SEASON IN SUMMERKotobuki-kun & GUN HYPE & BAD JUSTICE |  play_arrow | A classic Japanese reggae song for summer |
| 98 | Slow & EasyHirai Dai |  play_arrow | A gentle love song that feels like the sea |
| 99 | ALL ON MEHaruki |  play_arrow | Haruki’s new song “ALL ON ME” is making waves. |
| 100 | Hilarious lifeShōnan no Kaze feat. Hamada Masatoshi |  play_arrow | A fiery reggae and a Kansai-dialect cheer song |