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Ranking of Japanese Music/J-POP Artists Popular Among Teens [2026]
Young people are always quick to catch on to trends, no matter the era.
This time, we’ll share a ranking of J-POP artists popular among teens.
Aren’t you curious about the music people your age—or from different generations—are listening to?
If so, check out this article and use it as a conversation starter!
Ranking of Japanese Pop (J-Pop) Artists Popular Among Teens [2026] (1–10)
Blue and SummerMrs. GREEN APPLE1rank/position
When it comes to rock numbers that vividly color summer youth, this is the song.
It’s also known as one of Mrs.
GREEN APPLE’s signature tracks.
With its exhilarating, fast-paced band sound, it amplifies the feeling of cherishing every moment of youth.
Released in August 2018, it was used as the theme song for the film “Ao-Natsu: Kimi ni Koi Shita 30-nichi” (Blue Summer).
The lyrics, which interweave summer traditions while depicting the experience of falling in love, leave a strong impression.
The track has captured many listeners’ hearts, surpassing 500 million streams.
It’s the perfect song for hyping up a karaoke session with friends or reminiscing about summer memories.
Let it be the tune that colors your youth—go ahead and hum along.
ultramarineYOASOBI2rank/position
Inspired by the manga Blue Period, this piece portrays a fervent passion for immersing yourself in what you love.
It’s a track released digitally in September 2020 by YOASOBI, a unit that turns novels into music, and it’s also known as the song from the Bourbon Alfort Mini Chocolate commercial.
The song is included on their first EP, THE BOOK, released in 2021, and ikura’s clear vocals together with the exhilarating sound really resonate.
The chorus features a group-singing part, so even if you’re not confident singing alone, you can have a blast with friends! Even in sections with sustained high notes, it’s nothing to fear when everyone raises their voices together.
How about enjoying it at karaoke after club activities or after school, feeling the bond with your friends as you sing?
Kaiju no Hanabuta (Monster’s Flower Song)Vaundy3rank/position
Released as a digital single in May 2020 and included on the album “strobo,” this song is widely known as one of Vaundy’s signature tracks.
It steadily gained popularity and topped the karaoke rankings in 2023.
It was also featured in a Maruha Nichiro commercial.
The lyrics, which sing about precious time with close friends and memories you never want to lose, take you back to your youthful days.
The powerful vocals over a fast-paced band sound make it perfect for everyone to sing together.
It’s an emotional rock number that’s highly recommended when you want to get fired up with friends.
horizonback number4rank/position
It’s a captivating song with a warm, resonant melody and powerful lyrics.
It portrays the journey from the moment when dreams and hopes collapse, through self-discovery and growth, to finding the light once again.
It was surprise-released on YouTube in August 2020 and officially distributed in August 2021.
Born from thoughts for the students who worked hard toward the Inter-High School Championships that were canceled due to COVID-19, the song spent nine consecutive weeks at the top of streaming charts and became a source of comfort for many.
It’s a track we especially want those facing setbacks or hardships—particularly the younger generation—to hear.
Only for you, clear skiesYorushika5rank/position
This is one of Yorushika’s signature songs, released in 2018.
It’s a bittersweet pop track themed around summer, youth, love, and parting.
The overall vocal range is relatively narrow at D4–D#5, so it’s highly recommended for singers who find higher notes easier than lower ones.
In the verses (A and B sections), it’s more spoken than sung, and the spacing between phrases is a key point.
The solid band arrangement makes it easy to lock into the groove, so you’ll likely feel your energy rise in the chorus.
Listen closely to the drums and be careful not to rush the tempo.
In the last chorus, the key changes and the pitch goes even higher, so try to sing with extra drive and momentum.
You don’t listen to rock.aimyon6rank/position
A signature song by Aimyon that has surpassed 100 million streams.
It’s a refreshing rock number that sings of unrequited love alongside youth.
Love and music are inseparable.
We all experience the joys and bittersweet moments of love while being supported by various songs.
Especially in our teens, we’re drawn to lyrics that express our feelings.
Even if the person you love isn’t the type to listen to the music you like, this song conveys the feeling of: “This song supported me! Please fall in love with the me that it helped!” Released in September 2017, this track is also popular for karaoke.
Dear, boyHump Back7rank/position
Hump Back’s major-label debut powerfully sings of childhood dreams, hopes, and the frustration of seeing them falter.
Written as a cheering song filled with feelings for their high school bandmates, it has resonated with many.
Embracing the anxieties and doubts that come with chasing a dream, it gently encourages listeners to keep looking forward—a heartwarming message song.
Released as a single in June 2018, it was also used in a TV commercial for Shinken Zemi’s High School Course.
It reached No.
13 on the Oricon Weekly Singles Chart and stayed on the charts for 21 weeks.
It’s a song that gives a strong push to those striving toward their dreams and to those who feel on the verge of losing sight of their goals.