[2026] A roundup of popular Japanese songs currently playing on the radio
Do you usually listen to the radio?
Maybe you hear it as in-store background music, or if you drive for work you might have the car stereo on, and these days you can even listen on smartphone apps.
It may be the age of the internet, but I think radio is still very much a part of our daily lives.
This time, we’re introducing popular Japanese songs that have been getting airplay on recent radio shows!
If you want to check the latest trends or find out which tracks are on power play, this is for you!
Playlist
| [2026] A roundup of popular Japanese songs currently playing on the radio | |||
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| show_chart | Title | Playlist | Review |
| 1east | Bunny GirlAKASAKI |  play_arrow | A poignant masterpiece about love at night |
| 2east | TATTOO (feat. Akina Nakamori)Katori Shingo |  play_arrow | A moving work that sings of urban loneliness and passion. |
| 3east | Wind GodVaundy |  play_arrow | A moving theme song inspired by mythology |
| 4east | Otonoke – Opening Theme to DANDADANCreepy Nuts |  play_arrow | Anime theme song by Creepy Nuts |
| 5east | SunYorushika |  play_arrow | A song that poetically expresses the transience of life and nature |
| 6east | Falling (feat. Taka)JINTAKA |  play_arrow | A bittersweet love song collaboration by Jin and Taka |
| 7east | AzaleaYonezu Kenshi |  play_arrow | Kenshi Yonezu’s love song resonates deeply in the heart. |
| 8east | Yes, with pleasure.kocchi no kento |  play_arrow | Kento-san’s heartfelt song resonates with the heart. |
| 9east | APT.ROSÉ & Bruno Mars |  play_arrow | A lively K-pop song, packed with fun |
| 10east | rootKing Gnu |  play_arrow | Feelings and love for a precious person, likened to the roots of a flower |
| 11east | Apparently my song was playing on cable radio.yangusukinii |  play_arrow | A song of everyday emptiness set to a melody |
| 12east | becausetimelesz |  play_arrow | A heartwarming yet bittersweet love theme song |
| 13east | tomorrowNoda Megumi |  play_arrow | Emi Noda’s theme song resonates with the heart. |
| 14east | A Song Dedicated to the Worst YouYuuri |  play_arrow | Yuuri’s new song portrays the struggles of a heartbreaking love. |
| 15east | signpostIMP. |  play_arrow | A high-energy anthem that stirs the heart and fires you up |
| 16east | Same BlueOfisharu Higedan Dism |  play_arrow | Music whose youthful melodies seep into the heart |
| 17east | Dinner Songtuki. |  play_arrow | A love song that resonates in the heart of 15-year-old tuki. |
| 18east | Me? I’m such a catch..BPM |  play_arrow | A song that sings about confidence and positivity, one that gives you energy. |
| 19east | IlluminationB’z |  play_arrow | B’z’s cheering song that lights up the hope of the morning |
| 20east | Raijin Fuujin – ResonanceBUCK-TICK |  play_arrow | A powerful heart’s song of overcoming adversity |
| 21east | TomorrowME:I |  play_arrow | A hopeful and positive song by ME:I that stays close to the heart. |
| 22east | Friday Nighttonun |  play_arrow | Tonun's classic themed around Friday night |
| 23east | Stand Out ChameleonKAMEREON RAIMU UUPII PAI |  play_arrow | A relaxed and fun dance tune |
| 24east | MasterplanBE:FIRST |  play_arrow | A song of resolve to surpass limits and carve out destiny |
| 25east | familieMrs. GREEN APPLE |  play_arrow | A refreshing classic that portrays family love and bonds |
| 26east | I wonderDa-iCE |  play_arrow | Da-iCE's new song captures the emotions of love as a TV drama theme. |
| 27east | super wobblyNekura Tōkī |  play_arrow | A track packed with a sense of speed and cuteness |
| 28east | omnidirectional beautynozomi |  play_arrow | Noshi’s exhilarating, fast-paced pop tune |
| 29east | Let me give you a songTakeuchi Mariya |  play_arrow | Mariya Takeuchi’s new song: a tune of encouragement and healing |
| 30east | PolaroidShin-Tōkyō |  play_arrow | “Polaroid,” a piano pop song that resonates with the heart of New Tokyo |
| 31east | ApollodorusMrs. GREEN APPLE |  play_arrow | Paris Olympic cheer song sings of hope and courage |
| 32east | RewriteHakubi |  play_arrow | The ending theme of the anime “Nokemono-tachi” |
| 33east | ColumbusMrs. GREEN APPLE |  play_arrow | Mrs. GREEN APPLE’s new song, history and positivity |
| 34east | I like youChilli Beans. |  play_arrow | A love song by a cute three-piece band |
| 35east | hundreds of millions of light-yearsOmoinotake |  play_arrow | A heartwarming song that depicts a long-distance relationship |
| 36east | Starry NightYuka |  play_arrow | “On a Starry Night” is a deeply moving song that touches the heart. |
| 37east | After the LightKamishiraishi Mone |  play_arrow | Heal your heart with chill city pop |
| 38east | SignAimer |  play_arrow | A moving work where Aimer’s singing voice envelops the heart |
| 39east | BurningHitsuji Bungaku |  play_arrow | Hitsujibungaku begins streaming a new song depicting emotions |
| 40east | WOKE UPXG |  play_arrow | XG’s new song: a fast-paced expression of confidence and individuality |
| 41east | Friday’s highPenthouse |  play_arrow | Urban soul sound, singing the exhilaration of the weekend |
| 42east | Bling-Bang-Bang-BornCreepy Nuts |  play_arrow | The sharp, self-affirming rap is captivating. |
| 43east | daybreakFujihara Sakura |  play_arrow | Sakura Fujiwara’s gentle, heart-touching songs |
| 44east | Time ParadoxVaundy |  play_arrow | Vaundy’s movie theme song that portrays hope and encounters |
| 45east | SOMETHING AIN’T RIGHTXG |  play_arrow | Retro 90s-style music, XG’s new song |
| 46east | Like an angel.rikon densetsu |  play_arrow | A city pop song that depicts a wistful summer romance |
| 47east | waxing; filling up; becoming full; growing (e.g., the moon growing fuller)Fuji Kaze |  play_arrow | Fujii Kaze: a moving masterpiece that serves as a film’s theme song |
| 48east | SandeliaLAY |  play_arrow | Lay's new song 'Sandelia' is popular on the radio |
| 49east | maximum speedSHISHAMO |  play_arrow | An anthem where everyone shines—the theme song for the boat race commercials. |
| 50east | Chururi (feat. Takako Matsu)yuzu |  play_arrow | A poignant masterpiece by Yuzu and Takako Matsu that resonates with the heart |
| 51east | I was looking at the moon.Yonezu Kenshi |  play_arrow | Singer-songwriter Kenshi Yonezu 2... |
| 52east | prettyfine 🙂Re:name |  play_arrow | The nickname 'prettyfine :)' is extremely popular |
| 53east | ANTENNAMrs. GREEN APPLE |  play_arrow | A color pa— that conveys a sense of a wide-ranging background… |
| 54east | Cherry Blossom MoonSakurazaka46 |  play_arrow | Sakurazaka46’s new song “Sakurazuki” is a love song that likens cherry blossoms to a person you long for. |
| 55east | Am I ready?Hinatazaka46 |  play_arrow | A new song by Hinatazaka46 that's perfect for summer |
| 56east | DearMrs. GREEN APPLE |  play_arrow | A hope-filled theme song that sings of the courage to face the unknown |
| 57east | Beautiful worldAimer |  play_arrow | A new song that sings of a hope-filled world is moving many people… |
| 58east | REACH feat. PESKAMEREON RAIMU UUPII PAI |  play_arrow | Stay positive with an energetic song |
| 59east | lilacMrs. GREEN APPLE |  play_arrow | Youthful song, TV anime theme song, moving |
| 60east | Perfect Day310 (Sato) |  play_arrow | A song with a message about cherishing small happinesses |
| 61east | Helloyama × bocchiboromaru |  play_arrow | In October 2023, the anime “Pocket Monsters”… |
| 62east | I like it a little.Yabai T-shatsu Yasan |  play_arrow | A love song by Yabai T-Shirts Yasan |
| 63east | Say I doTravis Japan |  play_arrow | A moving ballad by Travis Japan that portrays pure love |
| 64east | voiceHitsuji Bungaku |  play_arrow | Bittersweet with an acoustic guitar at its core… |
| 65east | to cry innocently; to weep with a childlike airAKASAKI |  play_arrow | A heart-touching song that portrays pure feelings and a bittersweet love |
| 66east | Life is beautifulASIAN KUNG-FU GENERATION |  play_arrow | A heart-stirring piece that portrays the beauty of life and hope |
| 67east | Flying DeityAyase×R-shitei |  play_arrow | The television series, newly remade in 2023, ... |
| 68east | Sunday Morningneguse. |  play_arrow | Formed in 2020, and the following year they took part in the Sa… |
| 69east | Something like “happy”Sabasusutā |  play_arrow | A positive song that sings about everyday happiness |
| 70east | Kitchen feat. 9m88Penthouse |  play_arrow | A healing concerto by Penthouse and 9m88 |
| 71east | HyperKroi |  play_arrow | The mixture band Kroi in 2023… |
| 72east | DebrisReoNa |  play_arrow | ReoNa’s new song is like deep within the heart… |
| 73east | HeroYOASOBI |  play_arrow | YOASOBI: music that moves the heart as anime theme songs |
| 74east | radioaiko |  play_arrow | Aiko’s “Radio,” a deeply moving work that resonates with the heart |
| 75east | Last NoteOmoinotake |  play_arrow | A theme centered on the conflicts felt in modern society and the journey of self-discovery... |
| 76east | No matter how smallwacci |  play_arrow | A gentle melody that feels close to the heart, and a forward‑looking... |
| 77east | TAIDADAzutto mayonaka de ii no ni. |  play_arrow | The ending theme song of the anime “Dandadan.” |
| 78east | Days of JewelsAina ji Endo |  play_arrow | Aina the End’s heartwarming song |
| 79east | Stop that nightTeranishi Yūma |  play_arrow | It’s a song by Yuma Teranishi that portrays a heartrending/bittersweet love. |
| 80east | CrystalsYuka |  play_arrow | Yuka’s new song, a heart-touching love ballad |
| 81east | Blue New MoonBUMP OF CHICKEN |  play_arrow | A song of lost feelings and hope for renewal |
| 82east | Summertime BluesHana Hope |  play_arrow | A summer tune that portrays the bittersweet feelings of love |
| 83east | Useless crossjo0ji |  play_arrow | A bittersweet song of heartbreak from a fishing port town in Tottori |
| 84east | jabbermuque |  play_arrow | Musical memories from my nostalgic school days |
| 85east | plumnishina |  play_arrow | An urban, distinctive singing voice and the allure of a luscious fruit |
| 86east | Today’s Specialrikon densetsu |  play_arrow | The uplifting ending song of Divorce Densetsu |
| 87east | DREAMEREIKO |  play_arrow | An inspiring song that sings about the importance of having dreams |
| 88east | IdentifyPenthouse |  play_arrow | A song about being yourself by the office-worker band Penthouse |
| 89east | feelin’muque |  play_arrow | A heart-thumping song by a band brimming with a sense of speed |
| 90east | my kilogramALL IN |  play_arrow | An encouraging song filled with passionate, straight-from-the-heart feelings to A… |
| 91east | EurekaHoshino Gen |  play_arrow | Conceptualized around “finding oneself,” jazz and sou… |
| 92east | PlazmaYonezu Kenshi |  play_arrow | Powerful beats and an emotional melody... |
| 93east | A.Y.AYogee New Waves |  play_arrow | Warm spring music 'A.Y.A' draws attention |
| 94east | As you areCentipede & Rhyme Man |  play_arrow | Centipedes popular on social media and the rapper Inman |
| 95east | whipB’z |  play_arrow | Depicting self-transcendence with energetic lyrics |
| 96east | nomineeCYNHN |  play_arrow | CYNHN’s new song, a track of hope and challenge. |
| 97east | world standardwāsuta |  play_arrow | A song that respects diversity and pursues being true to oneself |
| 98east | Phone NumberIwatatakanori |  play_arrow | Takanori Iwata’s new song that portrays mature romance |
| 99east | TAKE IT BACKDa-iCE |  play_arrow | A dynamic, growth-themed song by Da-iCE |
| 100east | WOWKing&Prince |  play_arrow | A new electropop and R&B track expressing dreams and bonds |
| 101east | NEW LOOKMISAMO |  play_arrow | A MISAMO song that portrays fashion and self-actualization |
| 102east | the first strong spring windnishina |  play_arrow | The radio commercial song “Haru Ichiban” sings of farewells in spring. |
| 103east | Current applauseTakahashi Yuu |  play_arrow | Cheering song by Yu Takahashi, morning news program theme song |
| 104east | twilightSangatsu no Phantasia |  play_arrow | A masterpiece that captures the bittersweetness and courage of youth |
| 105east | hanatabamilet |  play_arrow | An inspiring song with clarity and power |
| 106east | UtopiaICEx |  play_arrow | ICEx's new song holds thoughts of dreams and ideals in its heart... |
| 107east | SuperstarAyumu Imazu |  play_arrow | Ayumu Imazu's new song, a fusion of musical styles |
| 108east | BONNumber_i |  play_arrow | Fusion of Japanese and Western styles, an innovative musical expression |
| 109east | globeYonezu Kenshi |  play_arrow | With a unique worldview and modern musical sensibilities, J-… |
| 110east | Swampiri |  play_arrow | A track that fuses distinctive vocals and musicality |
| 111east | BabelYamamoto Hiroto |  play_arrow | Yamamoto Daito's new song is moving |
| 112east | VoyagerRiakushon za Butta |  play_arrow | TBS Radio’s monthly featured track “Voyager” is hot. |
| 113east | ElfAdo |  play_arrow | A song of moving forward, painted in a fairy-world aesthetic |
| 114east | ReawakeRLiSA |  play_arrow | Anime theme song, powerful rock and moving |
| 115east | YOU GOTTA RUNL’Arc〜en〜Ciel |  play_arrow | L'Arc~en~Ciel's New Song of Challenge and Growth |
| 116east | DarlingMrs. GREEN APPLE |  play_arrow | A moving song that sings of the struggles of youth |
| 117east | pyramid[Alexandros] | ![pyramid[Alexandros]](https://i.ytimg.com/vi/QKrNZmyNCQg/default.jpg) play_arrow | A powerful rock sound intertwines with a wistful, heartrending vocal… |
| 118east | Sakura, flutterSazan Ōrusutāzu |  play_arrow | Southern’s spring song that portrays cherry blossoms and hope |
| 119east | Like the tower standing in that skyOizumi Yo |  play_arrow | Yo Oizumi sings an autumn-winter song composed by Koji Tamaki. |
| 120east | CharadeSuperfly |  play_arrow | A powerful song that portrays the contrast between emotion and essence |
| 121east | First of all, starting todayzarame |  play_arrow | A heartwarming song themed around self-affirmation and moving forward… |
| 122east | Give my regards to Joan of Arc.Sazan Ōrusutāzu |  play_arrow | Expressing the spirit of challenge with Southern’s passionate rock |
| 123east | First KO victoryshiina ringo to nocchi |  play_arrow | A collaboration song by Ringo Sheena and Perfume |
| 124east | DIGNITYAdo |  play_arrow | Their major-label debut song “Usseewa” caused a social stir… |
| 125east | cinemaaiko |  play_arrow | Aiko’s songs explore the loneliness and love of life, unfin... |
| 126east | OAW!yunikōn |  play_arrow | All members serve as vocalists and composers… |
| 127east | WanderlustGENERATIONS from EXILE TRIBE |  play_arrow | The masterpiece from GENERATIONS’ 10th-anniversary album “X” |
| 128east | skirtaiko |  play_arrow | A bittersweet love song at the end of summer, aiko’s new track |
| 129east | Mutual loveaiko |  play_arrow | aiko’s poignant theme song that weaves feelings of love |
| 130east | Jealousy toward catsaimyon |  play_arrow | Aimyon’s latest song expresses true-to-life emotions. |
| 131east | MERRY GO ROUNDEngami |  play_arrow | ENJIN's dance track 'MERRY GO ROUND' draws attention |
| 132east | junkYonezu Kenshi |  play_arrow | Kenshi Yonezu passionately brings a movie theme song to life. |
| 133east | to go see (someone) / to go meetaimyon |  play_arrow | Aimyon's new song is a moving and heartwarming track. |
| 134east | escalateAimer |  play_arrow | NieR anime OP, Aimer’s hopeless worldview |
| 135east | Life goes onKing&Prince |  play_arrow | King & Prince’s new song expresses a positive, forward-looking feeling. |