[Middle School Students] Popular Japanese Songs / J-POP Rankings [By Generation]

We’re excited to present the latest Top 100 ranking of Japanese pop (J‑POP) songs popular among junior high school students, listed in order of most views!

Featuring hit songs and timeless classics you often hear on TV music shows, the ranking is packed with tracks everyone knows.

The playlist is updated weekly.

Playlist

[Middle School Students] Popular Japanese Songs / J-POP Rankings [By Generation]
	Title	Playlist	Review
1	Blue and SummerMrs. GREEN APPLE		Mrs. GREEN APPLE Aonatsu theme song sports day BGM
2	HarukaYOASOBI		A life story watched over by a mug
3	A Little Love SongMONGOL800		A masterpiece with heavy bass that can score high points
4	If you laugh at the skywacci		Wacci’s moving song, a track that gives you strength to pursue your dreams
5	horizonback number		A poignant song for rebirth that resonates with the heart
6	Only for you, clear skiesYorushika		A song that depicts summer memories and the bittersweetness of youth
7	lilacMrs. GREEN APPLE		Guitar rock that also paints the shadows of youth
8	peace signYonezu Kenshi		Yonezu Kenshi’s My Hero Academia opening song gives a push to those doing their best
9	DREAMIN’ONDa-iCE		A song that pursues courage and dreams
10	FateOfisharu Higedan Dism		Cheering on middle school students who are working hard at their studies as their destiny
11	OrangeSPYAIR		A theme song that sings of youth and a passion for volleyball
12	Bridge of Gloryyuzu		Yuzu’s classic song that praises hard work
13	LemonYonezu Kenshi		Kenshi Yonezu Drama Theme Song Karaoke Strategy
14	Silent majorityKeyakizaka46		Keyakizaka46's dark-tinged hit songs
15	It’s nothing.Kamishiraishi Mone		The heart-stirring theme song of “Your Name.”
16	CorrectRADWIMPS		The importance of finding your own answer
17	Gray and Blue (+Masaki Suda)Yonezu Kenshi		A song that resonates with the heart of someone lamenting a farewell to a loved one.
18	One moreFUNKY MONKEY BABYS		Cheering song by FUNKY MONKEY BABYS
19	StaRtMrs. GREEN APPLE		Catchy and upbeat pop rock
20	Dinner Songtuki.		A song that gently expresses the struggle between love and parting
21	We againSG		A cheering song that overcomes parting and hopes for a reunion
22	DarlingMrs. GREEN APPLE		A song that sings of youth's struggles and hopes
23	ultramarineYOASOBI		Expressing the passion and dreams of youth with blue light
24	RPGSEKAI NO OWARI		SEKAI NO OWARI “RPG” is perfect for a sports day closing ceremony
25	migratory bird[Alexandros]		A cheer song that takes flight toward your dreams
26	Blue HabitatKitanitatsuya		Tatsuya Kitani’s youth rock, Aoi no Sumika (Blue Home)
27	Que sera, seraMrs. GREEN APPLE		Choreography for a song that believes in a bright future
28	Last SongOfisharu Higedan Dism		A moving song that embraces the sorrow of parting and the hope that follows
29	MiracleGReeeeN		Get fired up with the ROOKIES drama theme song
30	User ManualNishino Kana		Expressing a girl's feelings with plenty of humor...
31	KanadeSukima Suichi		A song that portrays farewell and bonds with a precious person
32	We AreONE OK ROCK		A hopeful song that moves the hearts of young people
33	New Treasure IslandSakanakushon		A Song of Children's Adventures and Courage for the Future
34	together; along with; bothWANIMA		WANIMA's exhilarating, fast-paced rock.
35	bondhaji→		A heartwarming song that expresses bonds between people
36	Someday, these tearsLittle Glee Monster		A powerful song that supports people pursuing their dreams
37	The Story You Don’t Knowsupercell		An inspiring summer song by Supercell
38	fireworks (launched into the sky)DAOKO × Yonezu Kenshi		Collaboration song by Kenshi Yonezu and DAOKO, a movie theme
39	astronomical observationBUMP OF CHICKEN		Stargazing: a classic song that sets your thoughts adrift in the night sky
40	Crimson Lotus FlowerLiSA		A popular rock-style song with a hopeful message
41	InfernoMrs. GREEN APPLE		The opening theme of Fire Force. A song packed with a sense of speed and fiery intensity.
42	Marigoldaimyon		Aimyon’s signature song “Marigold”
43	Goodbye ElegySuda Masaki		Masaki Suda’s nostalgic melodies—songs that are easy to sing
44	Charlesbarūn		A Vocaloid song themed around lost love and parting
45	road; way; path; street; route; Tao (in philosophy)GReeeeN		An iconic song that gives you the courage to face adversity
46	Spot the differenceSuda Masaki		I'm startled by that strong, core-driven singing voice. A popular act—
47	prideGReeeeN		GReeeeN composed the Koshien theme song
48	YELLikimonogakari		The iconic song “YELL” that gives courage and hope at graduation ceremonies
49	Ghost in the FlowersYorushika		Yorushika’s “Ghost in a Flower”: Summer Memories and the Bittersweetness of Youth
50	Happinessarashi		A signature song by Arashi, an upbeat, fast-paced hit with a positive message
51	Promise of SunflowersHata Motohiro		A classic song that portrays the bonds and warmth of friendship
52	Kitearashi		The five members of Arashi, Olympic theme song ‘Kite’ moves audiences
53	SignalWANIMA		A fiery rock song that cheers on youth
54	You don’t listen to rock.aimyon		Aimyon’s youth song: a bittersweet unrequited love
55	Full-Power BoySukima Suichi		A signature song that celebrates the power and spirit of youthful challenge
56	Eine KleineYonezu Kenshi		Kenshi Yonezu’s song that heals the parting at junior high school graduation
57	Ms. Hanako on a high pedestalback number		back number, catchy youthful love song
58	Is youth embarrassing, or is it youth if it’s embarrassing?Ryokushokushakai		An anthem for youth, bursting with a sense of speed!
59	First NightYorushika		I recommend Yorushika’s song “First Night.”
60	Let’s give it a tryWANIMA		The courage to face challenges positively without fearing failure
61	Bling-Bang-Bang-BornCreepy Nuts		An anthem to a rule-breaking way of life powered by muscle
62	Make you happyNiziU		A NiziU dance song characterized by jump rope
63	chantAdo		Ado’s new song, USJ Halloween theme song
64	My Past Life, Many Lifetimes AgoRADWIMPS		“Zenzenzense” is a cheer song that depicts youth and challenge.
65	proofflumpool		Be moved and find courage with flumpool’s “Proof”
66	Racing into the NightYOASOBI		YOASOBI's 'Racing into the Night' is hugely popular.
67	I LOVE…Ofisharu Higedan Dism		It's a bittersweet yet refreshing love song. 2…
68	companion; comrade; friend; fellow; teammate; allyKetsumeishi		Deepen the bonds of the sports day with Ketsumeishi's “Nakama”
69	Kaiju no Hanabuta (Monster’s Flower Song)Vaundy		A moving song by Vaundy that colors the emotions of graduation
70	Team friendsChiba Yūki		Introduction to Trap Music for Middle School Students
71	idolYOASOBI		The theme song of Oshi no Ko by YOASOBI. It depicts the struggles of an idol.
72	flameLiSA		For the theme song of the hit anime Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba’s movie…
73	Christmas songback number		back number’s “Christmas Song…”
74	Tomorrow as wellSHISHAMO		A cheering song born from the passion of Kawasaki Frontale
75	sasanqua (Camellia sasanqua)SEKAI NO OWARI		An inspiring song that sings about memories of club activities
76	Fanfaresumika		An upbeat, exhilarating cheer song
77	dance hallMrs. GREEN APPLE		The joy of having fun, a positive cheer song!
78	I can’t stand that cute girl.narumiya		An unrequited love song depicting Narumiya’s feelings of love
79	I should be able to fly (in the sky).supittsu		A moving graduation song for the day of departure
80	ANTENNAMrs. GREEN APPLE		Mrs. GREEN APPLE’s Sports Day Cheer Song
81	AgainWANIMA		A song of courage to overcome setbacks and move forward
82	Yes, with pleasure.kocchi no kento		Kochi Kento’s cheer song, “Giri Giri Dance”
83	Connect!Misaka Saki		An uplifting anthem whose Misa Saki’s clear, expansive vocals reach the heart
84	Bye, my friendbokula.		A coming-of-age song by the Hiroshima band bokula.
85	Live in the present.Saucy Dog		Saucy Dog’s High School Soccer Cheering Song
86	Maximum reachSEKAI NO OWARI		An uplifting song that turns weakness into an ally and aims for greater heights
87	The world is falling in loveCHiCO with HoneyWorks		A love song portraying the feelings of a middle school crush, a CHiCO track
88	Teenager ForeverKing Gnu		The sports festival is a precious page in the memories of youth.
89	JUMPIkuta Rira		An anthem cheering on those who face adversity
90	DynamiteBTS		BTS’s “Dynamite” is, in the world…
91	Cry BabyOfisharu Higedan Dism		The courage to face adversity and the bonds of comrades
92	sparkleFuji Kaze		Fujii Kaze’s digital-only single, a track with outstanding rhythm
93	rainbowAqua Timez		Aqua Timez’s cheer song “Niji”
94	Curtain callYuuri		An uplifting support song of positive hope and strong will
95	Everyone is a heroAI		A song that gives you the courage to face forward and take on challenges
96	Zankyo SankaAimer		A powerful message about overcoming the past and moving toward the future
97	It’s love, right?wacci		A song of love and courage that transcends social status, wacci
98	We’ve gotta do what seems impossible.Sambomasutā		An anthem of support that gives you the courage to keep moving forward without giving up
99	365 Days’ Paper AirplaneAKB48		A classic song that sings of club-retirement and youthful memories
100	You know what,are-kun &『yuika’}		A duet song depicting the budding feelings of spring love