[Instagram] Songs from the Reiwa era recommended for Reels
If you use Instagram, haven’t you ever struggled to decide what music to use when posting a Reel?
Especially when you want that post to go viral, music plays a big role.
However, it’s not as simple as just using the latest track, so many people end up spending a lot of time choosing and delaying their posts.
So this time, we’ve picked recommended songs for Instagram Reels from tracks released in the Reiwa era.
All of these songs have been used by many users, so feel free to use them as a reference!
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Baby youyuka

Yuka, a singer-songwriter who studied piano and vocal music from a young age and continued pursuing music even after entering the workforce, ultimately made her major-label debut.
This debut single became a huge sensation, especially on TikTok, and reached No.
1 on Billboard’s TikTok Weekly Top 20.
Its lyrics, which portray the bittersweet feelings of a woman in love, are sure to resonate with many listeners.
Featuring a pop, catchy melody crafted by Takahito Sawa of androp, it’s a perfect number for video posts on social media.
NEW NEWTwice

A TWICE track that captures the feeling of everyday life being reborn when you’re with someone, expressed through a pop sound.
The lyrics depict the exhilaration of having each day “updated” by someone special’s presence, and can be received not only as romantic sentiment but also as a message of self-affirmation.
With tropical synth leads and a rhythmic beat that brings a breezy spring vibe, the song is included on the mini-album “With YOU-th,” released in February 2024.
It’s also used as the opening theme for the variety show “TIME TO TWICE.” Perfect for moments when you want to feel bright and positive, or for reels that capture happy everyday scenes—highly recommended for posts showing fun times with friends or trying something new.
PremaFuji Kaze

The title track of the album Prema, released in September 2025, is a song that epitomizes the third studio album, which was made entirely with English lyrics.
The title means “supreme love” in Sanskrit.
It carries themes of awakening to inner love and the rebirth of the soul.
Producer 250 from South Korea, known for his work with NewJeans, among others, took part, resulting in a sophisticated sound that fuses R&B and pop.
The music video was released on the same day as the album and drew attention as a work that marks a new frontier for Fujii Kaze.
It’s the perfect song for moments when you want to reflect inward or need the courage to take a new step forward.
BonesImagine Dragons

Released in March 2022, this track is a rock anthem that explodes with overwhelming life-force while thematically straddling the boundary between death and life.
Through “bones” as a symbol of the body, it contemplates human fragility, yet ultimately elevates that into a powerful message: there’s still something burning inside.
It was also featured in the teaser for Season 3 of the Amazon Prime Video series The Boys, and its strong affinity with dark-hero narratives has inspired numerous fan-made videos.
This song is a perfect fit for high-energy videos and sports-oriented reels—highly recommended if you’re aiming for aggressive, hard-hitting visuals.
Blue JeansHANA

HANA is a girl group that was formed through an audition program and topped the Billboard JAPAN Hot 100 with their debut song, “ROSE.” If you keep an eye on social media in Japan, you’ve probably come across their activities at least once.
Among their releases, we especially recommend their second single.
This track is the group’s first mid-tempo ballad, overlaying the feeling of love onto a pair of well-worn jeans and singing about wavering emotions like insecurity and the anxiety of nights spent apart.
Its bittersweet yet gentle melody is perfect for reels featuring night views or quiet moments in a café.
The group has also collaborated with the casual brand DIESEL, making it a great fit for fashion-related posts as well.
Carrying HappinessMrs. GREEN APPLE

Mrs.
GREEN APPLE is a three-piece rock band that has released numerous buzzworthy hits.
This track was written as the theme song for Tokyo Disney Resort’s summer event, held from July 2025.
It’s also featured as the BGM for the attraction “Baymax’s Happy Ride,” marking the first time a Japanese artist’s song has been used there.
With a wish to “bring happiness,” its endlessly bright and poppy sound is a major draw.
The lyrics feel like word-magic that energizes listeners, and the exhilarating melody that soars right from the intro seems to capture the very essence of those special moments spent in the park.
It’s perfect not only for memory videos from Disney, but also for turning ordinary everyday scenes into something sparkling.
With this energetic song, you might just make everyone who watches feel happy.
dance hallMrs. GREEN APPLE

It’s a quintessential Mrs.
GREEN APPLE anthem that compares life to a grand dance hall and celebrates the importance of enjoying ourselves as we overcome any hardship.
Even in tough times, the message of “It’ll be all right,” delivered with a powerful push on the listener’s back, resonates over the dazzling sound.
This track is included on the mini-album “Unity,” released in July 2022, and was also chosen as the theme song for Fuji TV’s Mezamashi 8.
That same year, it received the Excellence Award at the 64th Japan Record Awards, making it a song that symbolizes a new chapter in their career.
Pair it with a Reel featuring memories with friends or the sparkle of everyday life, and your footage is sure to shine even brighter.


