Recommended Japanese Music Artists and Popular Song Rankings for Men in Their 20s [2026]

A million years of happiness!!Kuwata Keisuke78rank/position

Keisuke Kuwata – 1,000,000 Years of Happiness!! (Short ver.)

This is the song used as the opening theme for the anime Chibi Maruko-chan.

It’s an uptempo track, but with the theme of “a million years of happiness,” it’s a wonderful song that really makes you think about what happiness is.

The beautiful melody matches the gentle vocals perfectly—I highly recommend it!

End of SummerMoriyama Naotaro79rank/position

Naotaro Moriyama – Natsuno Owari

A song with a gentle melody that evokes the end of summer and lyrics that resonate deep in the heart.

Released in August 2003, this track was also used as the ending theme for Asahi Broadcasting/TV Asahi’s “Nettou Koshien,” and it became a piece that connected with many listeners.

Its melody line, imbued with a sense of traditional Japanese flavor, is sure to make you hum along after just one listen.

It’s one of those songs you’ll want to sing at karaoke.

The song’s charm shines even more when the singer cherishes their emotions.

Why not captivate the room on the karaoke stage by making full use of your expressiveness? It’s especially recommended for those with strong vocal skills.

Sake, Tears, Men, and WomenKawashima Eigo80rank/position

EXILE ATSUSHI – Sake, Tears, Men and Women (EXILE ATSUSHI SPECIAL SOLO LIVE in HAWAII)

This is a socially conscious masterpiece that portrays the subtle miscommunications between men and women and the nuances of emotional expression with deep insight.

It warmly observes how men open up through drinking and women through tears, each revealing their inner feelings.

Born from impressions Eigo Kawashima had at age 18 during a family memorial gathering, the song was included on the November 1975 album “Jinrui” (Humanity) and released as a single in June 1976.

Also known as the jingle for the sake brand Kizakura, it became a major hit, reaching No.

9 on the Oricon weekly chart.

It is a gem I recommend to anyone who wants to face their heart honestly when confronted with life’s sorrow and poignancy.

Voice of the Seaurashima tarou81rank/position

"The Voice of the Sea" Full ver. / Urashima Taro (Kenta Kiritani) [Official]

Released in 2015, this song was used in an au commercial, so many of you have probably heard it.

The singer is Urashima Taro, played by actor Kenta Kiritani.

It’s a well-known and popular track, and a karaoke staple! Besides the fact that everyone knows the lyrics and can sing along, it’s also highly recommended because it’s easy to sing: it has a relaxed tempo and is composed in a vocal range that’s comfortable for the average male voice.

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Hane Keisuke

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HOMEShimizu Shota82rank/position

Shota Shimizu 'HOME' MV

It’s a bittersweet yet uplifting song that brings back memories of home.

Many people leave their hometown when they enter their twenties and become adults, but this is a song I’d like you to listen to while thinking of your family and friends back home.

By the time it ends, I’m sure you’ll feel ready to keep going.

My BooShimizu Shota83rank/position

Shota Shimizu 'My Boo' Short Ver.

It’s a song by singer-songwriter Shota Shimizu.

It was released in 2016.

You can really feel the affection from the lyrics.

The melody and overall vibe are cool and great.

Any girl would be happy if her boyfriend sang this to her.

SyrupShimizu Shota84rank/position

Shota Shimizu “Syrup” MV

Shota Shimizu’s new song “Syrup.” Shimizu is known for his music that prominently incorporates authentic R&B, and while this track retains those elements, it’s shaped into a lighter, more modern R&B style.

He isn’t necessarily a low-voiced artist, but since most of this song sits in the mid-to-low range, it should really showcase the appeal of male singers with lower voices.

It’s also recommended to intentionally lower the key to emphasize the low end even more.

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Ryo

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