Ranking of Popular Japanese Music and J-POP Artists Among People in Their 30s [2026]

Spring Dayaimyon29rank/position

Aimyon – Harunohi [OFFICIAL MUSIC VIDEO]

For this song, Harunohi, the A and B sections are in the lower register, and then the chorus jumps up into a much higher range.

The highest note is C#5, but the melody is very straightforward, so I think it’s easy to sing in tune.

Also, adding dynamics within the song will help boost your score, so try to build excitement progressively from A melody to B melody to the chorus.

Karaoke scoring also values stability, so make sure to sustain your long tones in line with the pitch bar, start firmly on the initial notes, and focus on the fundamentals of singing.

Doing so makes it easier to aim for a high score—give it a try!

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Kubota Mami

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CHE.R.RYYUI30rank/position

YUI　『CHE.R.RY-short ver.-』

This is YUI’s eighth major-label single, written with a modern take on the heart-fluttering thrill of unrequited love.

Released in March 2007, it became widely known as the CM song for au by KDDI’s “LISMO!” The lyrics vividly capture youth communication of the time—emoji in mobile emails, the timing of replies—and overflow with pure feelings for someone so strong there’s no room for mind games.

The message about the bittersweet start of love will bring back the thrills of youth just by listening.

With light acoustic guitar and YUI’s clear, transparent vocals evoking the freshness of spring, this pop number is sure to be a hit at girls’ nights and karaoke.

FriendKetsumeishi31rank/position

Ketsumeishi “Tomodachi”

Released by Ketsumeishi in February 2002, this song is a masterpiece that extols the value of friendship.

It powerfully conveys the importance of bonds that remain unchanged even as times change.

Its lyrics, which depict days spent together, the process of growing up, and the enduring worth of friendship even when people drift apart, are sure to resonate with many.

Chosen as the ending theme for TV Tokyo’s “JAPAN COUNTDOWN,” it also had a significant social impact.

It’s a perfect song for graduation season and for those facing life’s turning points.

Sing it at karaoke, and you’ll surely reaffirm the bonds you share with your friends.

A bouquet of flowers with loveSuperfly32rank/position

Superfly “A Bouquet With Love” Music Video

One of Superfly’s signature songs, it also became a hot topic as a TV drama tie-in! Starting gently, it gradually builds up toward the chorus.

Released in April 2008, it was used as the theme song for the TBS drama “Edison no Haha” (“Edison’s Mother”).

The lyrics, filled with gratitude, are memorable, expressing feelings for family and loved ones through the image of a bouquet.

It’s also very popular as a wedding song and is often used to enhance emotional scenes at ceremonies.

It’s a perfect choice to sing when you go to karaoke with men.

Women who are confident in their vocal power should definitely give it a try!

Snow BlossomNakajima Mika33rank/position

Mika Nakashima 'Yuki no Hana' Music Video

When it comes to Mika Nakashima’s signature songs, many people probably think of a poignant ballad that portrays love against a wintry backdrop.

Released in 2003, this track beautifully expresses both the joy of time spent with a lover and the looming sense of parting.

It was also used in a commercial for Meiji Seika, has been covered by many artists, and even inspired a film of the same name released in 2019.

It’s a song you’ll want to listen to when you’re looking back on memories with someone special or carrying a bittersweet love in your heart.

At karaoke, singing it with deep emotion is sure to resonate even more strongly.

If I sing to the sky175R34rank/position

If I sing to the sky

175R is a rock band that made its major debut in 2003.

They announced a hiatus in 2010, but resumed activities in 2016 and continue to perform at many festivals and play live shows.

When you think of 175R, many people probably think first of this song, Sora ni Utaeba.

The song overall gives the impression of having many long tones, which really bring out vocalist SHOGO’s higher register.

The vocal range spans an octave and a half from F3 to B4, which might feel a bit high for male singers.

That said, the song starts mostly in the lower range, so as long as you can handle the rapid, wordy line at the end of the chorus, it’s a very satisfying song to sing.

It builds even more toward the end with call-and-response parts, so definitely give it a try when you want to hype things up at karaoke.

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Kubota Mami

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back number – Bouquet (Short ver.)

Buck Number is a band you want to sing softly and coolly at karaoke.

Their warm vocals and the melodies they create are truly dramatic in every song.

The realistic feel of their lyrics is wonderful too, and karaoke is the perfect place to let those lyrics shine.

Their romantic lyrics make many girls think, “I want someone to feel this way about me.” Put your own feelings into it and give it a try!

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Murakami Shinpei

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