Ranking of Popular Japanese Songs and J-Pop Among Men [2026]
We’ve picked out J-POP songs that have been popular so far.
Among them, we selected those that are especially popular with men.
We’re introducing the songs in a ranked list based on play counts, so be sure to check them out.
Playlist
| Ranking of Popular Japanese Songs and J-Pop Among Men [2026] | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| show_chart | Title | Playlist | Review |
| 1 | Bunny GirlAKASAKI |  play_arrow | AKASAKI’s classic song “Bunny Girl” is exceptionally easy to sing. |
| 2 | PretenderOfisharu Higedan Dism |  play_arrow | A ballad that sings of the sorrow of unrequited love |
| 3 | Eine KleineYonezu Kenshi |  play_arrow | Kenshi Yonezu has many low-pitched songs and they’re easy to sing. |
| 4 | Goodbye ElegySuda Masaki |  play_arrow | Masaki Suda’s classic: a guitar rock of decadence and hope |
| 5 | A Little Love SongMONGOL800 |  play_arrow | The deep bass in this youthful love song is captivating. |
| 6 | 365 daysMr.Children |  play_arrow | A passionate commentary on Mr.Children’s classic song “365 Days” |
| 7 | KanadeSukima Suichi |  play_arrow | Sukima Switch’s famous ballad “Kanade” |
| 8 | broad daylightKing Gnu |  play_arrow | King Gnu’s “Hakujitsu” is an extremely complex ballad. |
| 9 | bouquetback number |  play_arrow | Love songs by back number |
| 10 | astronomical observationBUMP OF CHICKEN |  play_arrow | BUMP OF CHICKEN’s signature song “Tentai Kansoku” (Stargazing) |
| 11 | HAPPY BIRTHDAYback number |  play_arrow | A song about the heartrending feelings of waiting for the one you love on your birthday |
| 12 | HANABIMr.Children |  play_arrow | Mr.Children's 'HANABI' is a masterpiece and easy to sing. |
| 13 | Ballad of a SingerSaitō Kazuyoshi |  play_arrow | The appeal and singing tips of Kazuyoshi Saito’s signature ballads |
| 14 | cold; curt; blunt; unfriendlyRADWIMPS |  play_arrow | RADWIMPS's heart-touching ballad songs |
| 15 | silhouetteKANA-BOON |  play_arrow | NARUTO theme song Silhouette, vocal performance analysis |
| 16 | Romantic Flightkome kome CLUB |  play_arrow | Romantic Flight has a narrow range with an emphasis on low frequencies. |
| 17 | Promise of SunflowersHata Motohiro |  play_arrow | For Motohiro Hata’s famous song, improving pitch accuracy is important. |
| 18 | Wherever you areONE OK ROCK |  play_arrow | ONE OK ROCK's love ballad song |
| 19 | cherrysupittsu |  play_arrow | Explanation of the singing difficulty of Spitz's “Cherry” |
| 20 | SoranjiMrs. GREEN APPLE |  play_arrow | A moving theme song that sings of love and hope |
| 21 | cloudy skyDOES |  play_arrow | The iconic Gintama song “Donten” is captivating for its low register. |
| 22 | LemonYonezu Kenshi |  play_arrow | Kenshi Yonezu’s “Lemon” is easy to sing. |
| 23 | balladKetsumeishi |  play_arrow | Ketsumeishi’s heartrending love ballad |
| 24 | KusushikiMrs. GREEN APPLE |  play_arrow | Explanation of the anime theme song for The Apothecary Diaries |
| 25 | loveback number |  play_arrow | back number's graduation theme song |
| 26 | I want to hug you.Mr.Children |  play_arrow | The timeless masterpiece “HANABI” by Mr.Children |
| 27 | 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 |
| 28 | single bedSha ran Q |  play_arrow | Sharam Q’s “Single Bed” is an easy-to-sing ballad. |
| 29 | Blue and SummerMrs. GREEN APPLE |  play_arrow | Mrs. GREEN APPLE’s “Ao to Natsu” is a challenging summer classic. |
| 30 | March 9Remioromen |  play_arrow | Remioromen’s classic wedding song |
| 31 | Robinsonsupittsu |  play_arrow | Spitz’s classic songs bring back warm nostalgia |
| 32 | HOWEVERGLAY |  play_arrow | A masterpiece that fills love’s slowness with love |
| 33 | SaudadePorunogurafiti |  play_arrow | A poignant song imbued with feelings of nostalgia |
| 34 | SakurazakaFukuyama Masaharu |  play_arrow | The pain of heartbreak and the bittersweet feelings of cherry blossom season |
| 35 | whiteoutreGretGirl |  play_arrow | A poignant yet catchy breakup song, for Christmas |
| 36 | budKobukuro |  play_arrow | A song of gratitude to Kentaro Obuchi’s mother |
| 37 | I LOVE…Ofisharu Higedan Dism |  play_arrow | Scenery colored by loved ones, the diverse forms of love |
| 38 | Ms. Hanako on a high pedestalback number |  play_arrow | Vocal technique explanations for back number’s popular songs |
| 39 | Same BlueOfisharu Higedan Dism |  play_arrow | A rousing anthem for the youth anime Blue Box |
| 40 | Sugar Song and Bitter StepUNISON SQUARE GARDEN |  play_arrow | UNISON is popular among anime song-loving people in their 30s. |
| 41 | waxing; filling up; becoming full; growing (e.g., the moon growing fuller)Fuji Kaze |  play_arrow | A ballad by Fujii Kaze. A movie theme song. |
| 42 | SUNHoshino Gen |  play_arrow | Gen Hoshino's SUN. Mainly low notes, high notes are difficult. |
| 43 | wishsumika |  play_arrow | A winter song that portrays a heartrending love, resonating in the heart. |
| 44 | At all times.Makihara Noriyuki |  play_arrow | A signature work by Noriyuki Makihara. A classic song about being yourself. |
| 45 | Gray and Blue (+Masaki Suda)Yonezu Kenshi |  play_arrow | A poignant song depicting the bonds with a friend and a farewell |
| 46 | Like tonight’s moonElefanto Kashimashi |  play_arrow | Tips for matching pitch in Elekashi songs |
| 47 | Blue BenchSasuke |  play_arrow | A poignant love story reflected in a blue bench |
| 48 | together; along with; bothWANIMA |  play_arrow | WANIMA's signature high-energy, fast-paced song |
| 49 | White LoversKuwata Keisuke |  play_arrow | A heartwarming ballad that turns the bittersweet love of winter into a blessing |
| 50 | Beyond the Night SkySMAP |  play_arrow | A masterpiece with a captivating, heartfelt voice and lyrics |
| 51 | catDISH// |  play_arrow | The appeal of DISH//'s signature song “Neko” |
| 52 | Que sera, seraMrs. GREEN APPLE |  play_arrow | Mrs. GREEN APPLE's self-affirmation theme song |
| 53 | TRUE LOVEFujii Fumiya |  play_arrow | Fujii from The Checkers' drama theme song |
| 54 | Bridge of Gloryyuzu |  play_arrow | An Olympic theme song that celebrates effort and challenge |
| 55 | powder snowRemioromen |  play_arrow | A ballad practice piece focusing on high and low tones |
| 56 | Spot the differenceSuda Masaki |  play_arrow | Masaki Suda sings Kenshi Yonezu’s heart-touching masterpiece |
| 57 | subtitleOfisharu Higedan Dism |  play_arrow | A winter ballad of the frustration of conveying love |
| 58 | cherry blossomKobukuro |  play_arrow | A classic song that captures the meetings and farewells of cherry blossom season |
| 59 | Maximum reachSEKAI NO OWARI |  play_arrow | An anthem of encouragement for the challenge of turning weakness into strength |
| 60 | sparkleFuji Kaze |  play_arrow | A rousing song delivering a powerful message of love |
| 61 | YAH YAH YAHCHAGE and ASKA |  play_arrow | 90s rock, a strong will to chase dreams |
| 62 | One more time,One more chanceYamazaki Masayoshi |  play_arrow | Masayoshi Yamazaki’s classic ballad |
| 63 | hundreds of millions of light-yearsOmoinotake |  play_arrow | “Okuokukounen” has a wide vocal range and is easy to sing. |
| 64 | I love youback number |  play_arrow | A heartfelt song that expresses feelings for a cherished person |
| 65 | It’s love, right?wacci |  play_arrow | Enjoyable singing practice for men with low voices |
| 66 | I LOVE YOUOzaki Yutaka |  play_arrow | "I LOVE YOU" by Yutaka Ozaki, the falsetto is captivating. |
| 67 | somedaySaucy Dog |  play_arrow | Vocal techniques for breakup songs |
| 68 | Happy Endingback number |  play_arrow | A ballad by back number that serves as a movie theme song |
| 69 | From Me to Youflumpool |  play_arrow | The famous flumpool song “Kimi ni Todoke” resonates in the heart. |
| 70 | single-minded; wholehearted; devoted; earnestKing Gnu |  play_arrow | Jujutsu Kaisen theme song, King Gnu’s moving track |
| 71 | peace signYonezu Kenshi |  play_arrow | Kenshi Yonezu sings, pouring his wish to be a hero into the song |
| 72 | Pure Love SongShonan no Kaze |  play_arrow | Let's listen to the charm of Japanese reggae, pure love songs! |
| 73 | Precious thingsroodo obu mejyaa |  play_arrow | A classic rock band song that portrays the passion and bonds of youth |
| 74 | CITRUSDa-iCE |  play_arrow | Da-iCE's 'CITRUS' is a high-tone song. |
| 75 | Tomorrow never knowsMr.Children |  play_arrow | The signature ballad from Mr.Children’s biggest hit |
| 76 | All of the YouthFujifaburikku |  play_arrow | A classic song that portrays the youthful summer of Fujifabric |
| 77 | I want to take only you away just like this.DEEN |  play_arrow | A signature song by DEEN, a poignant classic ballad |
| 78 | Stand by me, Stand by you.Hirai Dai |  play_arrow | Hirai Dai’s love song sings of love |
| 79 | FlowerORANGE RANGE |  play_arrow | ORANGE RANGE's smash-hit ballad |
| 80 | LA LA LA Love SongKubota Toshinobu |  play_arrow | A love song on the carousel, a classic that resonates in the heart |
| 81 | Moechakka FireIssei |  play_arrow | A game character song with synth sounds |
| 82 | lilacMrs. GREEN APPLE |  play_arrow | The rock theme song of the anime “Oblivion Battery” |
| 83 | I’ve always liked you.Saitō Kazuyoshi |  play_arrow | Saito Kazuyoshi’s Lyrical Love Song |
| 84 | Full-Power BoySukima Suichi |  play_arrow | A positive, uplifting pop song by Sukima Switch |
| 85 | DarlingMrs. GREEN APPLE |  play_arrow | A song about being yourself, gifted for graduation season |
| 86 | TemptationGLAY |  play_arrow | A classic high-energy song that gets the crowd going live |
| 87 | Voice of the Seaurashima tarō (kiritani kenta) |  play_arrow | From au CM, BEGIN’s classic song “Umi no Koe” (Voice of the Sea) |
| 88 | RomanticismMrs. GREEN APPLE |  play_arrow | Mrs. GREEN APPLE’s youthful pop number |
| 89 | Overdosenatori |  play_arrow | A forbidden love song in a whisper voice |
| 90 | horizonback number |  play_arrow | back number’s “Suiheisen” is popular at karaoke |
| 91 | cotton candyback number |  play_arrow | A bittersweet song depicting the budding feelings of love at a summer festival |
| 92 | Heroineback number |  play_arrow | back number’s unrequited love song for winter |
| 93 | Love so sweetarashi |  play_arrow | Arashi’s theme song for Boys Over Flowers |
| 94 | Wasted NightsONE OK ROCK |  play_arrow | An anthem that encourages the courage to live fully in the present |
| 95 | RAINSEKAI NO OWARI |  play_arrow | The theme song of Mary and The Witch's Flower, with a gentle singing voice |
| 96 | The Zero Sense10-FEET |  play_arrow | Slam Dunk movie theme song rock |
| 97 | Until the world endsWANDS |  | A masterpiece of loneliness by Sho Uesugi and of melancholy by Tetsuro Oda |
| 98 | familieMrs. GREEN APPLE |  play_arrow | Speaking of people with high-pitched voices, these days... |
| 99 | Lovers AgainEXILE |  play_arrow | A poignant ballad about the feelings for a lover parted with in a winter city |
| 100 | Love SongGReeeeN |  play_arrow | GReeeeN’s “Ai Uta”: a masterpiece that conveys emotion in a natural voice |