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

Become the windtsuji ayano29rank/position

Ayano Tsuji / Become the Wind [VIDEO MUSIC AYA~NO 2009]

It’s the theme song from the Ghibli film The Cat Returns.

Give it a listen while reminiscing about those faint, youthful days.

You may find yourself wishing you could go back, but when the chorus hits, the wind-like sense of speed and the beat make you feel as if you could glide up even a steep hill on a bicycle.

Cirno’s Perfect Math ClassIosisu/miko30rank/position

Cirno's Perfect Math Class (Full Ver.)

This is an arrangement of the theme song of Cirno, the stage 2 boss from the PC game “Touhou Koumakyou ~ the Embodiment of Scarlet Devil.” It’s a song that almost everyone who knows Nico Nico Douga is familiar with, so it’s easy to get the crowd excited.

yes. I. doElefanto Kashimashi31rank/position

Elephant Kashimashi 'yes. I. do' Music Video

Elephant Kashimashi is a band that has enjoyed long-lasting popularity thanks to its powerful vocals and passionate messages.

Lately, perhaps due to a revival boom, they’ve been gaining support from younger generations as well.

Their new song “yes.

I.

do” reflects that momentum.

When you think of Elephant Kashimashi, you often picture striking long notes and strong vocal projection, but this track settles into a moodier, downbeat vibe reminiscent of David Bowie’s “Space Oddity.” I think even those who struggle with breath control can sing it, so give it a try.

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Like tonight’s moonElefanto Kashimashi32rank/position

Like the Moon Tonight / Elephant Kashimashi

It’s Elephant Kashimashi’s 15th single and the theme song for the drama “Because the Moon Shines at Night.” It became the biggest hit in Elephant Kashimashi’s history.

The music video, which features an endless sequence of vocalist Hiroji Miyamoto’s face, is just incredibly cool.

His husky voice is electrifying.

Our TomorrowElefanto Kashimashi33rank/position

Elephant Kashimashi – “Our Tomorrow”

Hiroji Miyamoto’s powerful cry of “Come on, let’s give it our all!” is sure to strike a chord.

It’s a pep song dedicated to every working adult.

When you’re worn out from work and listen to this track, it brings you to tears, sinks deep into your heart, and makes you feel ready to try again tomorrow.

Signs of autumnofukōsu34rank/position

Signs of autumn

Off Course’s 11th single in total.

It’s a song about being heartbroken just before autumn.

Kazumasa Oda, who wrote the lyrics, reportedly said, “I was able to write them because I’d never been dumped by a woman.

There isn’t a man that arrogant, right?” Looks like Mr.

Oda really was popular after all.

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Kimaguren – LIFE

This work, with its exhilarating sound and catchy melody, immediately brings to mind the summer seaside.

Released in July 2008, the track reached No.

14 on the Oricon charts and became a major hit, surpassing one million downloads in digital distribution.

It was featured as a TV program theme song and in commercials, and it’s even used as the station jingle on the Keikyū Zushi Line.

It’s a perfect pick for men in their 20s who want to liven up a karaoke session.

Since it contains lots of English phrases, it might take a bit of practice, but it’s a song everyone can enjoy while clapping along—so give it a try!