Ranking of Japanese Bands Popular Among Men [2026]
I think bands popular among men range from long-standing favorites with enduring appeal to newer, catchy bands from recent years.
Music changes with the times, but popular acts keep making music that never goes out of style.
This time, I’ve ranked the popular bands.
Playlist
| Ranking of Japanese Bands Popular Among Men [2026] | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| show_chart | Title | Playlist | Review |
| 1 | bouquetback number |  play_arrow | In June 2011, back number... |
| 2 | PretenderOfisharu Higedan Dism |  play_arrow | A signature song by HIGE DAN about the turmoil of unrequited love |
| 3 | 365 daysMr.Children |  play_arrow | A passionate commentary on Mr.Children’s classic song “365 Days” |
| 4 | KusushikiMrs. GREEN APPLE |  play_arrow | Explanation of the anime theme song for The Apothecary Diaries |
| 5 | me me sheRADWIMPS |  play_arrow | A poignant ballad about continuing to think of an ex-lover |
| 6 | broad daylightKing Gnu |  play_arrow | King Gnu’s “Hakujitsu” is an extremely complex ballad. |
| 7 | astronomical observationBUMP OF CHICKEN |  play_arrow | BUMP OF CHICKEN’s signature song “Tentai Kansoku” (Stargazing) |
| 8 | cherrysupittsu |  play_arrow | Tips for singing Spitz’s classic song “Cherry” |
| 9 | A Little Love SongMONGOL800 |  play_arrow | The deep bass in this youthful love song is captivating. |
| 10 | Maximum reachSEKAI NO OWARI |  play_arrow | An anthem of encouragement for the challenge of turning weakness into strength |
| 11 | Wherever you areONE OK ROCK |  play_arrow | Let's sing 'Wherever You Are' in falsetto. |
| 12 | somedaySaucy Dog |  play_arrow | An emotional, high-pitched ballad by Saucy |
| 13 | balladKetsumeishi |  play_arrow | Ketsumeishi’s heartrending love ballad |
| 14 | HOWEVERGLAY |  play_arrow | A masterpiece that fills love’s slowness with love |
| 15 | silhouetteKANA-BOON |  play_arrow | Tips for Enjoyably Singing the NARUTO Theme Song! |
| 16 | March 9Remioromen |  play_arrow | Iconic, easy-to-sing songs popular among men |
| 17 | together; along with; bothWANIMA |  play_arrow | WANIMA's signature high-energy, fast-paced song |
| 18 | cloudy skyDOES |  play_arrow | The iconic Gintama song “Donten” is captivating for its low register. |
| 19 | migratory bird[Alexandros] | ![migratory bird[Alexandros]](https://i.ytimg.com/vi/O_DLtVuiqhI/default.jpg) play_arrow | Boosting dreams and hopes with an exhilarating song |
| 20 | single bedSha ran Q |  play_arrow | Sharam Q’s classic ballad “Single Bed” |
| 21 | catDISH// |  play_arrow | Aimyon’s “Neko” is a major hit song. |
| 22 | whiteoutreGretGirl |  play_arrow | A poignant yet catchy breakup song, for Christmas |
| 23 | wishsumika |  play_arrow | A winter song that portrays a heartrending love, resonating in the heart. |
| 24 | SHAMROCKUVERworld |  play_arrow | A signature song by UVERworld: a passionate track filled with yearning for dreams |
| 25 | Linda LindaTHE BLUE HEARTS |  play_arrow | Passionately singing the Blue Hearts’ moving signature song! |
| 26 | Sugar Song and Bitter StepUNISON SQUARE GARDEN |  play_arrow | UNISON is popular among anime song-loving people in their 30s. |
| 27 | I want to take only you away just like this.DEEN |  play_arrow | A signature song by DEEN, a poignant classic ballad |
| 28 | SolaninASIAN KUNG-FU GENERATION |  play_arrow | “Solanin” is moving as a movie theme song. |
| 29 | Island SongTHE BOOM |  play_arrow | Okinawa’s classic song “Shima Uta,” simple with a low register |
| 30 | FlowerORANGE RANGE |  play_arrow | ORANGE RANGE’s classic song “Hana” is perfect for low-voiced men. |
| 31 | Beyond a thousand nightsAqua Timez |  play_arrow | A famous ballad popular as an anime theme song |
| 32 | Precious thingsroodo obu mejyaa |  play_arrow | A classic rock band song that portrays the passion and bonds of youth |
| 33 | Until the world endsWANDS |  | A masterpiece of loneliness by Sho Uesugi and of melancholy by Tetsuro Oda |
| 34 | TSUNAMISazan Ōrusutāzu |  play_arrow | Keisuke Kuwata’s heartbreaking breakup ballad, a moving masterpiece |
| 35 | It’s nothing.makaroni enpitsu |  play_arrow | A love song depicting Macaroni Enpitsu’s everyday kind of love |
| 36 | From Me to Youflumpool |  play_arrow | The famous flumpool song “Kimi ni Todoke” resonates in the heart. |
| 37 | OrangeSPYAIR |  play_arrow | Haikyu!! theme song: rock of youth and passion |
| 38 | gradationSUPER BEAVER |  play_arrow | SUPER BEAVER’s 17th release in total… |
| 39 | All of the YouthFujifaburikku |  play_arrow | The melancholy at summer’s end, and of youth as it slips away… |
| 40 | Banzai ~ So glad I loved you ~Urufuruzu |  play_arrow | A rock song by Ulfuls that sings about love |
| 41 | HONEYL’Arc〜en〜Ciel |  play_arrow | L’Arc〜en〜Ciel’s “HONEY” is a masterpiece. |
| 42 | The Zero Sense10-FEET |  play_arrow | A rock song that expresses the passion for basketball in pursuit of dreams |
| 43 | LyricTOKIO |  play_arrow | A song of pure first love, presented by Tomoya Nagase |
| 44 | bookmarkkuriipuhaipe |  play_arrow | A moving song depicting farewell and rebirth in spring |
| 45 | Forever LoveX JAPAN |  play_arrow | A classic by X JAPAN, a magnificent and heart-stirring song |
| 46 | GO!!!FLOW |  play_arrow | FLOW's 'GO!!!' is a NARUTO theme song. |
| 47 | I don’t want to let go.T-BOLAN |  play_arrow | T-BOLAN’s famous song, a heartrending melody that resonates in the heart |
| 48 | JAMTHE YELLOW MONKEY |  play_arrow | Signature song by THE YELLOW MONKEY, a big hit |
| 49 | Distance of the Starry SkyTHE ALFEE |  play_arrow | Sing THE ALFEE’s signature song “Hoshizora no Distance” |
| 50 | GLORIAZIGGY |  play_arrow | ZIGGY “GLORIA” doesn’t require powerful vocals; be careful with the high notes. |
| 51 | Moonlight FlowerJanne Da Arc |  play_arrow | Janne Da Arc’s “Gekkouka” is characterized by its high vocals. |
| 52 | Effeminate; overly sentimental; being clingy/whiny (context-dependent)Gōruden Bonbā |  play_arrow | Expressing the pain of a broken heart through a pop song |
| 53 | New Treasure IslandSakanakushon |  play_arrow | Sakanaction’s blockbuster movie theme song |
| 54 | I’m a messMY FIRST STORY |  play_arrow | MY FIRST STORY’s signature heartbreak song |
| 55 | Get WildTM NETWORK |  play_arrow | Get Wild is the theme song of City Hunter |
| 56 | To tell you the truth,yangusukinii |  play_arrow | Young Skinny's love song is trending |
| 57 | Tsubasaandāgurafu |  play_arrow | A youthful rock ballad, a song of departure and farewell |
| 58 | If I sing to the sky175R |  play_arrow | 175R's signature song “Sora ni Utaeba” is an impressive track. |
| 59 | Lullaby of a Serrated HeartChekkāzu |  play_arrow | The Checkers’ classic song—so cool! |
| 60 | deep redMy Hair is Bad |  play_arrow | A rock song that portrays the pain and joy of love |
| 61 | B-BlueBOØWY |  play_arrow | BOØWY’s “B-Blue” is an easy-to-sing classic. |
| 62 | Dan Dan Kokoro HikaretekuFIELD OF VIEW |  play_arrow | The refreshing and powerful classic song from the anime GT |
| 63 | threadBank Band |  play_arrow | Songs that connect people—heartwarming masterpieces |
| 64 | Bling-Bang-Bang-BornCreepy Nuts |  play_arrow | In a magical world, Mashle’s OP, the strongest muscles |
| 65 | That’s important.Daiji MAN Burazāzu Bando |  play_arrow | A smash-hit cheer song about not giving up |
| 66 | RUNNERbakufū suranpu |  play_arrow | A track-and-field-themed anthem cheering on youth who keep on running |
| 67 | JitterbugELLEGARDEN |  play_arrow | A classic ELLEGARDEN song that makes you feel youthful |
| 68 | A third of pure-hearted feelingsSIAM SHADE |  play_arrow | SIAM SHADE’s popular song “1/3” |
| 69 | Future is YoursSambomasutā |  play_arrow | The three-piece rock band, Sambomaster… |
| 70 | I love you. ~100 Regrets~Sonar Pocket |  play_arrow | A poignant ballad by Sonar Pocket |
| 71 | Uguiutakariyushi 58 |  play_arrow | A powerful song from Okinawa that cheers on youth |
| 72 | Messenger from Sunday↑THE HIGH-LOWS↓ |  play_arrow | Popular single by THE HIGH-LOWS |
| 73 | Hello, Again ~A Place That’s Been Around Since Long Ago~My Little Lover |  play_arrow | A nostalgic breakup song resonates with my heart. |
| 74 | AM11:00HY |  play_arrow | A classic HY karaoke hit that both men and women can enjoy |
| 75 | Baby Babyichou BOYZ |  play_arrow | A rock love song by Kazunobu Mineta’s Ging Nang BOYZ |
| 76 | rose flowerkururi |  play_arrow | Quruli's 'Bara no Hana' has a unique worldview. |
| 77 | Islanders’ TreasureBEGIN |  play_arrow | Treasure the iconic songs of Okinawa and the soulful voices that resonate in the heart. |
| 78 | Heart Throbsnobobyknows̟+ |  play_arrow | A signature song by nobodyknows+. Expresses acceptance of individuality and a sense of unity. |
| 79 | Song of the Eternal NightKami wa saikoro o furanai |  play_arrow | A song that gently portrays the ache of heartbreak is going viral on TikTok. |
| 80 | CQCQKamisama, boku wa kizuite shimatta |  play_arrow | Band debut song, wide-vocal-range rock |
| 81 | ff (fortissimo)HOUND DOG |  play_arrow | Singing a hit song by the popular band ff with great passion! |
| 82 | STAY GOLDHi-STANDARD |  play_arrow | An energetic classic that propels you forward |
| 83 | I want to hug you.The Birthday |  play_arrow | The perfect classic for The Birthday’s bass |
| 84 | I want to shout that I love you.BAAD |  play_arrow | A classic youth anthem, BAAD’s passionate vocals |
| 85 | ROSIERLUNA SEA |  play_arrow | LUNA SEA's 'ROSIER' is a big hit song. |
| 86 | One Night CarnivalKishidan |  play_arrow | A heart-pounding rush for the soul! Bonds with friends, the best night |
| 87 | Goodbye, Humanitytama |  play_arrow | A masterpiece that portrays the environment and the future, with profound lyrics and tones |
| 88 | After-school[Alexandros] | ![After-school[Alexandros]](https://i.ytimg.com/vi/Isx_i--7DJg/default.jpg) play_arrow | Alexandros's alternative rock song |
| 89 | The sun rises again and again.Dragon Ash |  play_arrow | A youthful rock song by Dragon Ash |
| 90 | Embracing SummerTUBE |  play_arrow | A huge hit summer song by TUBE that expresses a wistful love |
| 91 | Flamejoōbachi |  play_arrow | The Queen Bee Dororo opening song—the falsetto high notes are the tricky part. |
| 92 | FLY AGAINMAN WITH A MISSION |  play_arrow | A signature song of the Wolf Band, a powerful work that portrays life |
| 93 | A Parting Poemguddō mōningu amerika |  play_arrow | A moving song about the feelings of unrequited love |
| 94 | To the LightZa Beibīsutāzu |  play_arrow | A melody that you can’t help but hum along to, and lis… |
| 95 | huge nuisanceUNICORN |  play_arrow | UNICORN’s classic song “Dai Meiwaku” is still loved today. |
| 96 | ROCKET DIVEhide with Spread Beaver |  play_arrow | The hit song “ROCKET DIVE” by the band hide |
| 97 | I don’t need friends—die.Shinsei Kamattechan |  play_arrow | The maniacal allure of Shinsei Kamattechan |
| 98 | ESCAPEMOON CHILD |  play_arrow | A classic 90s J-pop song by MOON CHILD |
| 99 | SunYorushika |  play_arrow | You can sing as long as it fits your vocal range, regardless of pitch. |
| 100 | Street Corner of BetrayalKai Band |  play_arrow | Kai Band's 'Uragiri no Machikado' is easy to sing. |