Popular Japanese music. Latest rankings [2026]
Introducing the top 100 from the popular J-Pop rankings, listed in order of most views! There are plenty of hot, trending tracks right now, so be sure to check the latest rankings.
Even if you don’t usually listen to J-Pop, why not take a look at the newest popular songs? The playlist is updated every week!
Playlist
| Popular Japanese music. Latest rankings [2026] | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| show_chart | Title | Playlist | Review |
| 1 | Amanojaku164 |  play_arrow | Passionately belting the rock song “Amano-jaku” in mixed voice |
| 2 | PretenderOfisharu Higedan Dism |  play_arrow | A heartbreak song that portrays an unrequited love |
| 3 | bouquetback number |  play_arrow | A love song capturing a slice of everyday life |
| 4 | Eine KleineYonezu Kenshi |  play_arrow | Kenshi Yonezu’s heartrending yet warm love song |
| 5 | HAPPYBUMP OF CHICKEN |  play_arrow | A timeless masterpiece that celebrates life with deep affection |
| 6 | Karakuri Pierrot40mP |  play_arrow | Karakuri Pierrot is an easy song to sing. |
| 7 | LokiMikito P |  play_arrow | Mikito-P’s Vocaloid songs are popular. |
| 8 | NonfictionHirai Ken |  play_arrow | Ken Hirai's famous song themed around the death of a close friend |
| 9 | somedaySaucy Dog |  play_arrow | A poignant love ballad by Saucy Dog |
| 10 | A Little Love SongMONGOL800 |  play_arrow | MONGOL800’s classic love song of love and gratitude |
| 11 | KanadeSukima Suichi |  play_arrow | Sung across generations as a classic love song… |
| 12 | Until I hold you in my arms.MIMI |  play_arrow | A soothing song with gentle tones that heal the heart |
| 13 | Bunny GirlAKASAKI |  play_arrow | Temptation and the struggle with true feelings in a Showa-style melody |
| 14 | 365 daysMr.Children |  play_arrow | A ballad of a bittersweet yet unwavering longing for someone |
| 15 | Exploding Brain Girlrereriri |  play_arrow | A signature and smash-hit song by Rerulili |
| 16 | I became someone else’s girlfriend.wacci |  play_arrow | The conflict between lingering feelings for an ex and the kindness of a current partner |
| 17 | LemonYonezu Kenshi |  play_arrow | High-pitch practice song of Kenshi Yonezu’s “Lemon” |
| 18 | HAPPY BIRTHDAYback number |  play_arrow | A classic song that portrays the bittersweetness of an unrequited-love birthday |
| 19 | Charlesbarūn |  play_arrow | Composed by Balloon, a highly difficult farewell piece |
| 20 | Blue and SummerMrs. GREEN APPLE |  play_arrow | Mrs. GREEN APPLE Aonatsu theme song sports day BGM |
| 21 | 366 daysHY |  play_arrow | A representative tearjerker song that makes it easy to score high. |
| 22 | astronomical observationBUMP OF CHICKEN |  play_arrow | A classic by BUMP OF CHICKEN that portrays hope and anxiety |
| 23 | Happy SynthesizerEasy Pop |  play_arrow | Luka and GUMI's technopop |
| 24 | Night Sky Patrol of TomorrowOrangestar |  play_arrow | IA's signature song, a fast-paced rock track |
| 25 | Ghost RuleDECO*27 |  play_arrow | A rock masterpiece by DECO*27 bursting with emotion |
| 26 | Meltryo |  play_arrow | Hatsune Miku’s youthful love song, a moving classic |
| 27 | Promise of SunflowersHata Motohiro |  play_arrow | Hata Motohiro’s famous song, known for being a movie theme song. |
| 28 | Patchwork Staccatotoa |  play_arrow | A heartrending heartbreak, a one-way love |
| 29 | About meMrs. GREEN APPLE |  play_arrow | High School Soccer Championship Support Song Ballad |
| 30 | All of the YouthFujifaburikku |  play_arrow | Fujifabric’s heartrending masterpiece that colors the end of youth |
| 31 | Ms. Hanako on a high pedestalback number |  play_arrow | Unrequited love song by back number |
| 32 | Cute Girlfriendsyudou |  play_arrow | syudou's yandere song |
| 33 | together; along with; bothWANIMA |  play_arrow | Let's liven up the sports day with WANIMA's upbeat dance track |
| 34 | SenbonzakuraKurousa-P |  play_arrow | A satirical rock song with a traditional Japanese flair, hugely popular across generations |
| 35 | GIFTMr.Children |  play_arrow | Mr.Children's Olympic theme song |
| 36 | Sand Planethachi |  play_arrow | Kenshi Yonezu and Hatsune Miku’s 10th-anniversary song reaches a million |
| 37 | DramaturgyEVE |  play_arrow | A stylish Vocaloid song by Eve |
| 38 | Goodbye ElegySuda Masaki |  play_arrow | Masaki Suda’s classic: a guitar rock of decadence and hope |
| 39 | MesmerizerSatsuki |  play_arrow | Miku and Teto, an exhilarating, high-energy masterpiece |
| 40 | DarlingMrs. GREEN APPLE |  play_arrow | Mrs. GREEN APPLE’s “Darling” is a song that empathizes with the pains of youth. |
| 41 | The Howling of the Lost OneNeru |  play_arrow | A classic Vocaloid song that portrays the struggles of adolescence |
| 42 | StoryAI |  play_arrow | AI’s love ballad, a long-running hit song |
| 43 | orionYonezu Kenshi |  play_arrow | Kenshi Yonezu’s love support song |
| 44 | Happy Endingback number |  play_arrow | A poignant ballad about hiding the sorrow of parting and forcing a smile |
| 45 | HibanaDECO*27 |  play_arrow | Hatsune Miku hit song reaches 80 million views on YouTube |
| 46 | Don’t go.Souta |  play_arrow | A delicate, heartrending song about parting with someone dear… |
| 47 | Alien AlienNayutan Seijin |  play_arrow | Cosmic alien, effortlessly singing high notes in falsetto |
| 48 | Yi-Er Fan ClubMikito P |  play_arrow | A captivating Chinese-style electropop song |
| 49 | Marigoldaimyon |  play_arrow | A poignant yet warm love song by Aimyon |
| 50 | peace signYonezu Kenshi |  play_arrow | Kenshi Yonezu’s My Hero Academia opening theme |
| 51 | Happinessback number |  play_arrow | A ballad by back number that portrays unrequited love |
| 52 | broad daylightKing Gnu |  play_arrow | King Gnu performing “Hakujitsu” |
| 53 | Sugar Song and Bitter StepUNISON SQUARE GARDEN |  play_arrow | A rhythm-packed song that blows everyday life away |
| 54 | A Bouquet for YouUtada Hikaru |  play_arrow | Utada Hikaru’s gentle masterpiece |
| 55 | migratory bird[Alexandros] | ![migratory bird[Alexandros]](https://i.ytimg.com/vi/O_DLtVuiqhI/default.jpg) play_arrow | If you're dancing at a sports day, 'Migratory Birds' is perfect. |
| 56 | lilacMrs. GREEN APPLE |  play_arrow | A refreshing rock song by Mrs. GREEN APPLE |
| 57 | Hated by LifeKanzaki Iori |  play_arrow | A signature song by a Vocaloid producer that depicts the struggle of living |
| 58 | SoranjiMrs. GREEN APPLE |  play_arrow | Mrs. GREEN APPLE’s Ballad of Love and Hope |
| 59 | me me sheRADWIMPS |  play_arrow | A poignant ballad about continuing to think of an ex-lover |
| 60 | PrologueUru |  play_arrow | Uru’s gem of a tearful ballad |
| 61 | Donut holehachi |  play_arrow | Vocal technique lessons from Donut Hole |
| 62 | budKobukuro |  play_arrow | The appeal of Kobukuro’s encouraging song “Tsubomi” |
| 63 | The Disappearance of Hatsune MikucosMo@bousou P |  play_arrow | A signature work that captivated many listeners with Hatsune Miku’s high-speed tempo. |
| 64 | Just Be FriendsDixie Flatline |  play_arrow | A bittersweet love song that you can enjoy at karaoke |
| 65 | Que sera, seraMrs. GREEN APPLE |  play_arrow | An Encouragement Song by Mrs. GREEN APPLE |
| 66 | Spot the differenceSuda Masaki |  play_arrow | A hopeful song that affirms life through encounters |
| 67 | horizonback number |  play_arrow | back number’s cheer song “Suiheisen” |
| 68 | MetronomeYonezu Kenshi |  play_arrow | Introduction to a ballad that portrays a rift in hearts |
| 69 | Letter to the SkyGReeeeN |  play_arrow | A song of the heart that sings its feelings even if they don't reach. |
| 70 | Wherever you areONE OK ROCK |  play_arrow | Harmony challenge for "Wherever you are" |
| 71 | ECHOCrusher-P |  play_arrow | Crusher-P’s signature works: lyrics seeking loneliness and connection |
| 72 | from Y to YJimii Samu P |  play_arrow | A piano ballad that portrays the pain of heartbreak |
| 73 | MiracleGReeeeN |  play_arrow | GReeeeN's Heart-Resonating Songs and the Theme of Love |
| 74 | You don’t listen to rock.aimyon |  play_arrow | Aimyon signature song Natsukoi-uta |
| 75 | a May flyRADWIMPS |  play_arrow | RADWIMPS's raw, emotion-baring songs |
| 76 | Romeo and Cinderelladoriko |  play_arrow | “Romeo and Cinderella” depicts the feelings of love. |
| 77 | Bridge of Gloryyuzu |  play_arrow | Yuzu’s cheer song, a masterpiece that brings tears and hope |
| 78 | Love Trial40mP |  play_arrow | A masterpiece that portrays romantic entanglements in the style of a courtroom drama |
| 79 | CHE.R.RYYUI |  play_arrow | YUI's first love song is refreshing |
| 80 | sasanqua (Camellia sasanqua)SEKAI NO OWARI |  play_arrow | A song that gently supports the journey toward your dreams |
| 81 | beetle (specifically, a rhinoceros beetle)aiko |  play_arrow | Aiko’s classic song “Kabutomushi” is perfect for harmony practice. |
| 82 | March 9Remioromen |  play_arrow | Remioromen’s classic graduation song |
| 83 | 1106WANIMA |  play_arrow | WANIMA’s “1106” is a heartfelt message to someone who has passed away… |
| 84 | Dawn and Firefliesn-buna |  play_arrow | "Yoake to Hotaru" is a song by the Vocaloid producer n-buna... |
| 85 | Matryoshkahachi |  play_arrow | Introduction to Kenshi Yonezu’s addictive songs |
| 86 | Maplesupittsu |  play_arrow | A classic ballad by Masamune Kusano that portrays parting and resolve |
| 87 | threadNakajima Miyuki |  play_arrow | The appeal and characteristics of Miyuki Nakajima’s classic song “Ito” |
| 88 | SaudadePorunogurafiti |  play_arrow | Porno Graffitti’s breakup song enjoys high popularity with its Latin melody |
| 89 | FateOfisharu Higedan Dism |  play_arrow | Color your youth with moving songs by Higedanshaku (Official HIGE DANDism) |
| 90 | A Love Like Ephemeral LightSakishima Jun |  play_arrow | Jun Sakishima's lyrical love songs |
| 91 | Telecaster B-Boysurii |  play_arrow | A one-minute song by Surii brimming with a sense of speed |
| 92 | RPGSEKAI NO OWARI |  play_arrow | A work that gives you the courage to overcome loneliness and move forward |
| 93 | balladKetsumeishi |  play_arrow | Ketsumeishi’s heartrending love ballad |
| 94 | Dear, boyHump Back |  play_arrow | Hump Back youth rock song hopeful message |
| 95 | Because I fell in loveaimyon |  play_arrow | Aimyon's ballads empathize with the pain of heartbreak |
| 96 | Christmas songback number |  play_arrow | Back Number's representative winter song, 'Christmas Song' |
| 97 | cherry (sweet cherry; cherry fruit)Otsuka Ai |  play_arrow | Ai Otsuka’s love song, with the rhythmic tones of bright brass instruments |
| 98 | Robinsonsupittsu |  play_arrow | Spitz’s 1995 smash-hit signature song |
| 99 | Friend ~Time to Depart~yuzu |  play_arrow | A gentle support song that expresses the bonds forged after the earthquake disaster |
| 100 | One more time, One more chanceYamazaki Masayoshi |  play_arrow | Masayoshi Yamazaki's bittersweet love song |