Recommended Japanese Music Artists and Popular Song Rankings for Men in Their 30s [2026]
People’s tastes in Japanese music vary from person to person and by generation, and some of you may find that the types of songs you like have changed compared to when you were in your twenties.
For those in their thirties, we’ve put together a ranking of recommended Japanese artists and popular songs for men in their thirties that you should check out.
Be sure to use it as a reference!
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Top Japanese Music Artists and Popular Songs for Men in Their 30s [2026] (21–30)
EverythingMISIA29rank/position
Those who watched the TV drama “Yamato Nadeshiko” at the time will surely know this song.
MISIA’s “Everything” is such a masterpiece that it ranks as the biggest hit by a female artist in the 2000s.
It’s a ballad featuring strings that matches beautifully with MISIA’s gorgeous vocals.
Baby, I love youTEE30rank/position
This love song by Ti—who has garnered a devoted following—has joined the ranks of well-known tracks thanks to its irresistibly catchy, standout melody line.
With a musical style that’s easy for people in their thirties to sing, it’s a karaoke-friendly number that really amps up a man’s youthful spirit.
Top Japanese Artists and Popular Songs for Men in Their 30s [2026] (Ages 31–40)
nape (of the neck)aiko31rank/position
Aiko’s 14th single, released in 2003.
A masterpiece that brings tears with its feminine, cute lyrics and gentle vocals.
Although it’s a heartrending breakup song, it portrays accepting a finished love and moving forward.
A bittersweet yet uplifting track.
unrequited lovemiwa32rank/position
A song released in 2012.
Once you start working, once you hit your thirties, you can’t be as proactive as you were back in your school days, and it’s a little heartbreaking, isn’t it? You feel oddly self-conscious.
Shy.
Even though age has nothing to do with love…
right? This song sings those feelings so honestly and straightforwardly that it slips gently into your heart and brings you to tears.
miwa’s songs are straightforward and feel great.
rose flowerkururi33rank/position
When fans are asked, “What’s your favorite Quruli song?” many immediately answer “Bara no Hana.” As one of Quruli’s signature tracks, it’s the kind of song that makes you feel lucky when you get to hear it at a live show or festival.
It was also used as an insert song in the drama Orange Days, so many people in their thirties may be familiar with it.
Our TomorrowElefanto Kashimashi34rank/position
Elephant Kashimashi is a four-piece rock band that remains popular with a wide range of listeners today, thanks to the huge success of their 15th single, “Like the Moon Tonight.” Their 34th single, “Our Tomorrow,” used in a House Foods “Ukon no Chikara” commercial, is a song whose straightforward message is sure to empower working people.
The band’s distinctive phrasing makes it challenging to sing, but because it’s a well-known hit, it’s guaranteed to get the crowd going at karaoke.
It’s a song you’ll want to sing as a cheer for someone else—and as a reminder to yourself—and it’s especially a piece we hope people in their thirties, in the prime of their working lives, will sing.
It’s better to be offbeat.Elefanto Kashimashi35rank/position
A single released in 2012.
It’s also known as the theme song for the film “The Floating Castle.” The content is flawless.
I think probably only he could have written it.
It grabs you right from the start.
It’s neither a heartbreak song nor a sentimental “thanks, Mom” kind of tearjerker, but if you’re an adult, you’ll surely get it.