[Elementary School Students] Popular Japanese Music / J-POP Rankings [By Generation]

Wake up!AAA29rank/position

AAA / 「Wake up!」Music Video

It’ll make you want to set sail across the open sea! This is a song by the performance group AAA, also known for hits like “Koi Oto to Amazora” and “Aishiteru noni, Aisenai,” released in 2014 as their 41st single.

It was the opening theme for the beloved national anime One Piece.

The bright and catchy sound, cheerful vocals, and uplifting lyrics feel absolutely fantastic! It’s also a great recommendation as background music for elementary school sports festivals, and the like!

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Araki Jakkan

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Just a little moreYOASOBI30rank/position

YOASOBI “Just a Little More” Official Music Video

Known for hit songs like “Yoru ni Kakeru” and “RGB,” YOASOBI’s “A Little Bit More” is a song that gives you a gentle push to move forward when you’re feeling troubled.

While many of YOASOBI’s tracks feature complex lyrics, this one is very straightforward, making it easy for even elementary school students to relate to.

The chorus repeats the same phrase, so it’s also great for memorizing the lyrics and singing at karaoke.

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fireworks (launched into the sky)DAOKO × Yonezu Kenshi31rank/position

DAOKO × Kenshi Yonezu 'Uchiage Hanabi' MUSIC VIDEO

I imagine many people feel like listening to this when summer comes around.

This track is a collaboration between the rapper DAOKO and the singer-songwriter Kenshi Yonezu.

It was featured as the theme song for the animated film “Fireworks, Should We See It from the Side or the Bottom?”.

The sound arrangement has a romantic feel that highlights the vocals of DAOKO and Yonezu, making it a very pleasant listen.

The nostalgic world depicted in the lyrics tightens your chest with emotion.

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Araki Jakkan

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About meMrs. GREEN APPLE32rank/position

Mrs. GREEN APPLE – About Me

A masterful song by Mrs.

GREEN APPLE that captivates with its grand rock ballad sound and heartfelt lyrics.

It gently asks what it means to live true to yourself, and how your own existence becomes visible through differences with others.

Its warm perspective resonates deeply, standing by those who, despite anxiety and loneliness, strive to move forward step by step.

Released in January 2019, it stirred the hearts of many as the support song for the 97th All Japan High School Soccer Tournament.

From November 2022, an orchestral arrangement was also featured in Otsuka Pharmaceutical’s CalorieMate “Support for Exam Takers” commercial series, showcasing a new charm.

It’s a song you’ll want to listen to when you stand at a crossroads in life, when you feel you might lose your way, or when you want to encourage someone dear to you.

IchibanboshiSnow Man33rank/position

Snow Man “Ichibanboshi” Rec Video

Ichibanboshi is a cheer for elementary schoolers who keep trying, even when they struggle or pause along the way.

It was released in 2022 by the male idol group Snow Man.

The lyrics, which encourage people working hard toward their dreams and goals, resonate deeply.

Along with warm, harmony-rich choruses that convey the group’s bond, the song will give you energy.

It’s filled with a gentle message that supports elementary schoolers devoted to studying, club activities, or hobbies.

Give it a listen especially when it’s hard to look forward or when you’re feeling down.

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Kaiju no Hanabuta (Monster’s Flower Song)Vaundy34rank/position

[Mixed Chorus] Monster Flower Song / Vaundy *Part-specific audio available

Vaundy is a singer-songwriter who handles everything from songwriting and composition to video production, and he enjoys overwhelming support, especially among young people.

This song, included on his first album “strobo,” released in May 2020, was used in a Maruha Nichiro commercial and drew huge attention after his performance on the Kōhaku Uta Gassen.

Its driving band sound and unforgettable melody grab listeners’ hearts and never let go.

The lyrics, which nostalgically recall carefree days spent with friends while giving you a gentle push to step into the future, perfectly match the bittersweet yet uplifting feelings of graduation season.

By 2025, it had surpassed a billion streams, making it a classic everyone knows—so if your whole class sings it together, it’s sure to become an unforgettable memory.

No.1DISH//35rank/position

DISH// – No.1 [Official Video] (TV Anime “My Hero Academia” Season 5 Opening Theme / MY HERO ACADEMIA OPENING THEME)

A powerful anthem that sings of the strength to keep moving forward as your true self.

Set to a driving blend of piano and guitar rock, DISH//’s passionate vocals resonate deeply in the heart.

Many will find courage in its message: don’t fear challenges—forge ahead on your own path, not someone else’s.

Released in May 2021 as their 13th single, the song was chosen as the opening theme for the first cour of Season 5 of the Yomiuri TV/Nippon TV anime My Hero Academia.

It’s a track that mirrors the journeys of young people pursuing their dreams—perfect for when you need the courage to take that first step forward.