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Onyanko Club - Don't Take Off My Sailor Uniform

This was the debut single by Onyanko Club, a group born from the variety show “Yuyake Nyan Nyan.” Its provocative lyrics—unusual for idols—paired with cute vocals and a poppy arrangement strike a perfect balance.

Released in July 1985, it became a major hit, selling 510,000 copies.

It has continued to be heard in many contexts, such as in Kamen Rider Kiva (2008) and the NHK morning drama Amachan (2013), so it’s guaranteed to get everyone going at karaoke no matter the generation.

It’s an iconic song that represents the idol group that defined an era of the 1980s J-pop scene.

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See you.

When it comes to graduation season, while many songs are tear-jerking ballads, this track—with its exuberantly bright and breezy melody coloring the farewell—gave us a fresh shock back then, didn’t it? Released in February 1986 as Onyanko Club’s third single, it was created to mark member Miharu Nakajima’s graduation and became a massive hit, earning the group their first No.

1 on the Oricon chart.

The upbeat message penned by Yasushi Akimoto has the power to turn the sadness of parting into smiles.

It was also used in dramas like NHK’s Asadora Amachan as a song emblematic of the ’80s.

Play it at a class reunion with old classmates or on a springtime drive, and the after-school scenes of those nostalgic days are sure to come vividly back to life!

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Anmitsu Hime Ending japanese “Anmitsu Daisakusen”

A charming song that overturns the traditional image of a princess with an irresistibly cute, tomboyish heroine! The way she hatches a “grand plan” to secretly enjoy sweets is so endearing, you can’t help but smile just listening.

The track is included on Onyanko Club’s album “SIDE LINE,” released in February 1987.

A princess isn’t only about grace and beauty—this song reminds us of that simple truth.

Give it a listen whenever you’re in the mood to swoon over a slightly unconventional princess!

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Christmas in summer

A romantic song that looks up at the summer night sky and thinks of Christmas.

Its lyrics capture the sweetness of love across seasons, offering listeners dreams and longing.

Included on the album “KICK OFF,” released in September 1985, this track is marked by Onyanko Club’s breezy pop sound and lyrics that center on youth and bittersweet romance.

As one of the album’s signature songs, it was performed live and captivated fans.

It’s the perfect tune for anyone who wants to sink into that tender, wistful mood of reminiscing about past Christmas memories on a summer night.

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Sayuri Kokusho (Kokusho Sayuri) – Valentine Kiss

When it comes to iconic Valentine’s Day songs, this has to be the one! “Valentine Kiss” is a track by Sayuri Kokusho released in 1986.

It filled the surprising gap of a dedicated Valentine’s Day song, and even more than 30 years later, it’s still a tune you hear often around Valentine’s season.

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MERRY X’MAS FOR YOU

A gem of a Christmas number included on a special project album released in December 1986 by Onyanko Club, the group that dominated the idol scene of the 1980s.

Five solo members from CBS/Sony came together; alongside each of their hit songs, the newly recorded track fully evokes a warm Christmas mood.

The mellow, ballad-like melody and the layered harmonies of the five distinct voices leave a strong impression.

Produced as a picture-disc LP, it’s packed with fan-pleasing touches, including Christmas-themed chatter between tracks.

Singing of feelings you want to send to someone special on a holy night, this work overflows with the sweet, gentle charm of idol pop.

It also captures the variety unique to idol project albums of the time, making it a piece that stirs nostalgia while heightening the Christmas spirit.