Popular Band Rankings [2026]
As time has passed, the range of musical genres has expanded.
Even in the world of “bands,” amidst the major waves that arise in each era, passionate, outstanding music continues to be created.
This time, we bring you the “now” of the band scene.
Playlist
| Popular Band Rankings [2026] | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| show_chart | Title | Playlist | Review |
| 1 | lilacMrs. GREEN APPLE |  play_arrow | Anime “Boukyaku Battery” OP, Mrs. Green Apple’s youth anthem |
| 2 | bouquetback number |  play_arrow | An early masterpiece that depicts a bittersweet love |
| 3 | PretenderOfisharu Higedan Dism |  play_arrow | A signature song by HIGE DAN about the turmoil of unrequited love |
| 4 | 365 daysMr.Children |  play_arrow | A classic song that conveys love to someone special |
| 5 | a May flyRADWIMPS |  play_arrow | RADWIMPS's raw, emotion-baring songs |
| 6 | Wherever you areONE OK ROCK |  play_arrow | ONE OK ROCK’s classic that sings of straightforward love |
| 7 | HAPPYBUMP OF CHICKEN |  play_arrow | A timeless masterpiece that celebrates life with deep affection |
| 8 | Maplesupittsu |  play_arrow | A classic Spitz song that portrays loss and rebirth, with a wistful melody |
| 9 | sasanqua (Camellia sasanqua)SEKAI NO OWARI |  play_arrow | A song that gently supports the journey toward your dreams |
| 10 | balladKetsumeishi |  play_arrow | Ketsumeishi’s heartrending love ballad |
| 11 | somedaySaucy Dog |  play_arrow | A poignant love ballad by Saucy Dog |
| 12 | Only for you, clear skiesYorushika |  play_arrow | A classic that captures summer scenes and the bittersweetness of youth |
| 13 | broad daylightKing Gnu |  play_arrow | A bittersweet and beautiful signature song by King Gnu that comes to mind when seeing snow |
| 14 | 366 daysHY |  play_arrow | Vocal tips for HY’s popular ballad “366 Days” |
| 15 | A Little Love SongMONGOL800 |  play_arrow | A song of youth, conveying love and bonds to someone precious. |
| 16 | Tomorrow as wellSHISHAMO |  play_arrow | An uplifting SHISHAMO cheer song that blows away fatigue |
| 17 | Thank youikimonogakari |  play_arrow | A song of departure filled with gratitude, toward a new step forward |
| 18 | As many times as you likeDREAMS COME TRUE |  play_arrow | Cheering song by DREAMS COME TRUE |
| 19 | wishsumika |  play_arrow | Explanation of the singing technique for the theme song of Ossan's Love |
| 20 | All of the YouthFujifaburikku |  play_arrow | Japanese rock that's easy to play with an 8-beat |
| 21 | migratory bird[Alexandros] | ![migratory bird[Alexandros]](https://i.ytimg.com/vi/O_DLtVuiqhI/default.jpg) play_arrow | A cheering song to encourage exam-takers chasing their dreams |
| 22 | We’ve gotta do what seems impossible.Sambomasutā |  play_arrow | An anthem of encouragement for courage and hope to take on challenges |
| 23 | Thank youSUPER BEAVER |  play_arrow | SUPER BEAVER's gratitude theme song |
| 24 | Sugar Song and Bitter StepUNISON SQUARE GARDEN |  play_arrow | A rhythm-packed song that blows everyday life away |
| 25 | confessionMy Hair is Bad |  play_arrow | Boasting immense popularity in the Japanese rock scene... |
| 26 | OrangeSPYAIR |  play_arrow | A youthful song that powerfully sings about SPYAIR’s reunion |
| 27 | Hand in handkuriipuhaipe |  play_arrow | A masterpiece that sings of regrets and conflicts in human relationships |
| 28 | March 9Remioromen |  play_arrow | Remioromen’s classic song “I’m by Your Side” |
| 29 | Confession RehearsalHONEY WORKS |  play_arrow | HoneyWorks' famous song with the theme of a youthful confession |
| 30 | It’s nothing.makaroni enpitsu |  play_arrow | New charms are brought out when a woman sings... |
| 31 | Mela!Ryokushokushakai |  play_arrow | An encouraging song that brings out your motivation. |
| 32 | RewriteASIAN KUNG-FU GENERATION |  play_arrow | A rock song with a fiery, heart-stirring intro |
| 33 | catDISH// |  play_arrow | A melancholic ballad by DISH//, written and composed by Aimyon |
| 34 | silhouetteKANA-BOON |  play_arrow | KANA-BOON's Naruto theme song |
| 35 | Naughty SunORANGE RANGE |  play_arrow | ORANGE RANGE’s summer classic that fires up the heart |
| 36 | HOWEVERGLAY |  play_arrow | GLAY's legendary masterpiece: a ballad that depicts love and hope |
| 37 | Bling-Bang-Bang-BornCreepy Nuts |  play_arrow | Creepy Nuts’ buzzworthy song becomes a social phenomenon |
| 38 | New Treasure IslandSakanakushon |  play_arrow | Sakanaction, an exhilarating and uplifting song |
| 39 | Linda LindaTHE BLUE HEARTS |  play_arrow | A soul-stirring masterpiece by THE BLUE HEARTS |
| 40 | whiteoutreGretGirl |  play_arrow | A poignant yet catchy breakup song, for Christmas |
| 41 | Dear, boyHump Back |  play_arrow | A message song for people who chase their dreams |
| 42 | From Me to Youflumpool |  play_arrow | A band song that sings about feelings for a loved one |
| 43 | SHAMROCKUVERworld |  play_arrow | A heart-stirring song imbued with luck and will |
| 44 | Gift SongCHiCO with HoneyWorks |  play_arrow | A graduation song filled with gratitude |
| 45 | Beyond a thousand nightsAqua Timez |  play_arrow | A famous ballad popular as an anime theme song |
| 46 | It’s fine.Urufuruzu |  play_arrow | Ulfuls’ “Eeyan” is popular for its upbeat, positive lyrics. |
| 47 | Precious thingsroodo obu mejyaa |  play_arrow | A classic rock band song that portrays the passion and bonds of youth |
| 48 | It’ll get stained.Chatto Monchī |  play_arrow | A song weaving together the loneliness of night and the feelings of love |
| 49 | Ultramarine DaysToukyou Jihen |  play_arrow | A song that portrays loneliness in rain-soaked Tokyo |
| 50 | Not reflected in the eyesindigo la End |  play_arrow | The sadness wells up just from the title... |
| 51 | cloudy skyDOES |  play_arrow | An energetic support song from the anime Gintama |
| 52 | SupernovaELLEGARDEN |  play_arrow | After resuming activities in 2018 for the first time in ten years… |
| 53 | Motherkariyushi 58 |  play_arrow | A song of gratitude to a mother by Kariyushi58 |
| 54 | The Zero Sense10-FEET |  play_arrow | Boost your motivation to study with songs by 10-FEET |
| 55 | Resident of the EyeL’Arc〜en〜Ciel |  play_arrow | L’Arc~en~Ciel’s signature song “Hitomi no Jūnin” |
| 56 | Chronostasiskinoko teikoku |  play_arrow | The enchanting time of lovers walking through the city at night |
| 57 | Gather round! Party people!Yabai T-shatsu Yasan |  play_arrow | Expressing party culture through laughter and music |
| 58 | RikaSIX LOUNGE |  play_arrow | SIX LOUNGE’s classic depicting the madness of love is drawing attention again. |
| 59 | Effeminate; overly sentimental; being clingy/whiny (context-dependent)Gōruden Bonbā |  play_arrow | For beginner drummers, “Memeshikute” is a good choice. |
| 60 | Just, thank you.MONKEY MAJIK |  play_arrow | This work features lyrics that are simple yet deeply moving... |
| 61 | Kimi Anniversary ~Thank You for Being Born.~Sonar Pocket |  play_arrow | A song to express gratitude on someone’s birthday |
| 62 | Until the World Ends…WANDS |  play_arrow | A smash-hit rock ballad by WANDS |
| 63 | frecklesJUDY AND MARY |  play_arrow | Freckles, a song of the bittersweetness and courage of youth |
| 64 | FLY AGAIN 2019MAN WITH A MISSION |  play_arrow | An electro-rock wolf band with a diverse repertoire |
| 65 | HONEYL’Arc〜en〜Ciel |  play_arrow | L’Arc〜en〜Ciel’s “HONEY” is a masterpiece. |
| 66 | Island SongTHE BOOM |  play_arrow | Okinawa’s classic song “Shima Uta,” simple with a low register |
| 67 | Sora-buneTOKIO |  | Miyuki Nakajima’s life-affirming anthem: forging the future by your own will |
| 68 | GO!!!FLOW |  play_arrow | Get hyped with FLOW’s classic hits from the NARUTO theme songs |
| 69 | MPRINCESS PRINCESS |  play_arrow | The appeal of classic songs that sing about the pain of heartbreak |
| 70 | Distance of the Starry SkyTHE ALFEE |  play_arrow | Sing THE ALFEE’s signature song “Hoshizora no Distance” |
| 71 | Over DriveJUDY AND MARY |  play_arrow | JUDY AND MARY 90s summer classic |
| 72 | rose flowerkururi |  play_arrow | Quruli's timeless classic single |
| 73 | single bedSha ran Q |  play_arrow | Sharam Q’s classic ballad “Single Bed” |
| 74 | Season in the SunTUBE |  play_arrow | TUBE’s classic summer hit—a refreshing yet bittersweet masterpiece |
| 75 | JAMTHE YELLOW MONKEY |  play_arrow | A rock ballad that portrays loneliness and a thirst for life |
| 76 | It’s okay.BLUE ENCOUNT |  play_arrow | A rousing anthem of self-affirmation and passionate support for friends |
| 77 | Moonlight FlowerJanne Da Arc |  play_arrow | Janne Da Arc’s “Gekkouka” is characterized by its high vocals. |
| 78 | avocadoyonige |  play_arrow | yonige’s signature and buzzworthy songs |
| 79 | WhiteSHE’S |  play_arrow | A daily song with a beautiful melody that soothes the heart |
| 80 | Islanders’ TreasureBEGIN |  play_arrow | Okinawan classic songs that transcend generations and tell the stories of life |
| 81 | Dan Dan Kokoro HikaretekuFIELD OF VIEW |  play_arrow | Tips for Singing 'DAN DAN Kokoro Hikareteku' |
| 82 | I want to take only you away just like this.DEEN |  play_arrow | A signature song by DEEN, a poignant classic ballad |
| 83 | Lullaby of a Serrated HeartChekkāzu |  play_arrow | The Checkers’ classic song—so cool! |
| 84 | Treasure IslandT-SQUARE |  play_arrow | T-SQUARE’s exhilarating jazz fusion |
| 85 | B-BlueBOØWY |  play_arrow | The Appeal of BOØWY’s Classic Song “EASY DIVE” |
| 86 | Love SongGO!GO!7188 |  play_arrow | A signature love song by GO!GO!7188 |
| 87 | Delusional DiaryShido |  play_arrow | SID’s yandere song “Delusion Diary,” the flip side of love |
| 88 | more than wordsHitsuji Bungaku |  play_arrow | Get a boost from Hitsujibungaku’s soothing rock |
| 89 | Stay GoldHi-STANDARD |  play_arrow | Hi-ST, representing Japan's punk rock scene… |
| 90 | Despair BillyMakishimamu Za Horumon |  play_arrow | Signature songs of Maximum the Hormone |
| 91 | Blue BookmarkGalileo Galilei |  play_arrow | A song of kalimba tones and bittersweet memories |
| 92 | I don’t like it.yangusukinii |  play_arrow | Depicting the courage to move forward after overcoming heartbreak |
| 93 | One Night CarnivalKishidan |  play_arrow | A heart-pounding rush for the soul! Bonds with friends, the best night |
| 94 | MONSTER DANCEKEYTALK |  play_arrow | Unleash your inner monster: Halloween dance |
| 95 | Girl SSCANDAL |  play_arrow | SCANDAL’s classic song that portrays the struggles of youth |
| 96 | summer festivalWhiteberry |  play_arrow | Summer festival in yukata, unspoken feelings of youth |
| 97 | together; along with; bothWANIMA |  play_arrow | WANIMA songs that sing about friendship and gratitude |
| 98 | Midsummer FruitSazan Ōrusutāzu |  play_arrow | A classic song that sings of poignant summer scenes |
| 99 | Get WildTM NETWORK |  play_arrow | The appeal of TM NETWORK’s classic song “Get Wild” |
| 100 | crimsonX JAPAN |  play_arrow | Takahata passionately sings “Kurenai” in a Docomo commercial |