From rock numbers to dance tunes! Cool songs of the Reiwa era
In recent years, Japan’s music scene has diversified, and we’ve had more opportunities to hear songs from a wide range of genres.
Rock, dance, hip-hop, EDM—countless new sounds are being created as these styles are reinterpreted through a Japanese lens.
So this time, we’re introducing some cool tracks released in the Reiwa era.
Be sure to check out not only your favorite genres but also ones you don’t usually listen to—you might discover something new and moving!
Playlist
| From rock numbers to dance tunes! Cool songs of the Reiwa era | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| show_chart | Title | Playlist | Review |
| 1east | Blue HabitatKitanitatsuya | play_arrow | Tatsuya Kitani's anime theme songs |
| 2east | Tokyo FlashVaundy | play_arrow | Vaundy’s city pop track is making waves |
| 3east | EdisonSuiyōbi no Campanella | play_arrow | Wednesday Campanella's smash hit digital single |
| 4east | from hereSixTONES | play_arrow | Theme song of a drama, expressing determination toward dreams with fiery rap |
| 5east | chantAdo | play_arrow | Ado's USJ collaborative EDM track |
| 6east | To Us Who Were Once GeniusesCreepy Nuts | play_arrow | An anthem-like song about life by Creepy Nuts |
| 7east | RenegadesONE OK ROCK | play_arrow | ONE OK ROCK is popular overseas as well |
| 8east | HabitSEKAI NO OWARI | play_arrow | Theme song of a movie by SEKAI NO OWARI |
| 9east | Kill the NoiseSPYAIR | play_arrow | Cutting through my doubts and moving forward |
| 10east | Miracle of BondsMAN WITH A MISSION×milet | play_arrow | A collaboration song by MAN WITH A MISSION and milet |
| 11east | lilacMrs. GREEN APPLE | play_arrow | A refreshing rock song by Mrs. GREEN APPLE |
| 12east | Overdosenatori | play_arrow | A billion-stream hit song portraying romantic conflict |
| 13east | LiberaSuda Keina | play_arrow | Suda Keina’s sharp rock number sets your heart on edge. |
| 14east | NIGHT DANCERimase | play_arrow | imase’s digital single is a huge hit |
| 15east | Make Me WonderOfisharu Higedan Dism | play_arrow | The opening theme song of the anime “Darwin’s Incident,” A Challenge to the Unknown |
| 16east | The RumblingSiM | play_arrow | SiM’s Attack on Titan opening theme is a big hit |
| 17east | Heralding springyama | play_arrow | yama's debut song is a big hit |
| 18east | POP SONGYonezu Kenshi | play_arrow | A song that showcases Kenshi Yonezu’s musicality. |
| 19east | BREAK IT DOWNTHE RAMPAGE | play_arrow | A fighting-spirit-filled pro-wrestling entrance theme |
| 20east | Dead Or AliveGLAY | play_arrow | GLAY’s theme song for “Record of Ragnarok III” |
| 21east | Exclusive fighter≠ME | play_arrow | A powerful ME track that faces the inner self |
| 22east | Shibuya hariappa!BUCK∞TICK | play_arrow | The 44th single, infused with the new regime’s challenge |
| 23east | Wanna beteddyloid | play_arrow | Anime theme song: legendary artist delivers a passionate performance |
| 24east | You’re a pioneer too.monoburaito | play_arrow | An inspiring, passionate anthem of soccer youth rock |
| 25east | Spurt syndromer10-FEET | play_arrow | 10-FEET’s Uma Musume theme song expresses a fiery challenge through music. |
| 26east | Mad PulseMADKID | play_arrow | MADKID's powerful cheering song |
| 27east | dollHitsuji Bungaku | play_arrow | Hitsujibungaku’s emotion-stirring rock |
| 28east | It’s hard to believe at first.natori | play_arrow | A stylish rock that portrays adolescent emotions |
| 29east | Unidentified areaNumber_i | play_arrow | The Challenge Piece of Number_i’s Transcendence of Limits |
| 30east | Our SongHi-STANDARD | play_arrow | Hi-STANDARD's Restart and New Challenges |
| 31east | VISIONSNAQT VANE | play_arrow | Theme song of Kamen Rider Zets: depicting the courage to take on challenges |
| 32east | Steal The Showtimelesz | play_arrow | A passionate cheer song for Japan’s national basketball team |
| 33east | Paranoid RendezvousGen’in wa jibun ni aru. | play_arrow | A song depicting the masks and loneliness of a social media-driven society |
| 34east | Geography | Nowhere Now hereBIGMAMA | play_arrow | A heart-stirring song that captures an emo youth |
| 35east | Stare In WonderBE:FIRST | play_arrow | A dance tune that portrays growth and challenge |
| 36east | Ash[Alexandros] | play_arrow | The demon-like anime opening theme by [Alexandros] is powerful and grand. |
| 37east | Adult Chick Childrenyama | play_arrow | An anime theme song that portrays growing pains and the search for adulthood |
| 38east | THE REVOPorunogurafiti | play_arrow | The final chapter’s passionate song, a tale of transformation and hope |
| 39east | Handz In My PocketJO1 | play_arrow | A powerful dance track that portrays confidence and potential |
| 40east | DARE!?Takaneru Rui | play_arrow | A song depicting VTuber Lui Takane’s inner struggles |
| 41east | Dazz OnH ZETTRIO feat. Yucco Miller | play_arrow | A technically intricate jazz collaboration track, electrifying |
| 42east | flying boatKing Gnu | play_arrow | Courage to move forward from a King Gnu song |
| 43east | MIRRORAdo | play_arrow | A groovy track filled with messages of self-affirmation |
| 44east | Ur ZoneNumber_i | play_arrow | Number_i’s new song: a track about self-assertion and challenge. |
| 45east | KILL LOVEano | play_arrow | Piano rock that portrays emotions of love and destruction |
| 46east | BFXFANTASTICS from EXILE TRIBE | play_arrow | Delivering moving experiences through dance skills and singing voice |
| 47east | QUEEN’s SanctuaryHipunoshisumaiku -D.R.B | play_arrow | Theme song of Hypnosis Mic, with an intense/fast-paced tune |
| 48east | Seal for the reply columnMyGO!!!!! | play_arrow | A passionate rock sound that expresses MyGO!!!!!’s courage and inner conflict |
| 49east | VivacePorunogurafiti | play_arrow | Break through the sense of stagnation with an energetic track |
| 50east | Black Nightmarenaniwa danshi | play_arrow | Naniwa Danshi’s mysterious new song |
| 51east | Night riderTaiga Kyomoto(SixTONES) | play_arrow | A cool track that runs through the city nightscape |
| 52east | Tiger BoyHOKUTO | play_arrow | HOKUTO’s “Tiger Boy” depicts a pop everyday life |
| 53east | SUPERNOVAKANA-BOON | play_arrow | KANA-BOON's anime theme song expresses the power of science |
| 54east | In progress (experiment ongoing)Shiina Ringo | play_arrow | Use yourself as a test subject and freely take on challenges! |
| 55east | Candy BlazeFANTASTICS from EXILE TRIBE | play_arrow | A movie theme song that sings of strong will and hope |
| 56east | Revolutionary Journey – On the WayAina ji Endo | play_arrow | A sentimental love’s course painted over a heavy-hitting beat |
| 57east | Rose Sélavy — and yet, it’s always someone else who dies — MNNK MADEMNNK Bro. (Takashi Murakami & JP THE WAVY) | play_arrow | An unconventional collaboration between art and music |
| 58east | blacknails feat. MERI(sic)boy | play_arrow | A powerful song that portrays an indomitable spirit fighting against society |
| 59east | RASEN in OKINAWAAwich, Dakki, OZworld, CHICO CARLITO | play_arrow | Four Okinawan rappers drop a passionate track filled with hometown pride |
| 60east | Bossa BosaWOLF HOWL HARMONY | play_arrow | An invigorating dance tune to transform your morning |
| 61east | reincarnationYuuri | play_arrow | An anthem that encourages you to carve out your own path in life |
| 62east | Shake it offFANTASTICS | play_arrow | A dance tune that looks forward and shakes off entanglements |
| 63east | EKO EKOm-flo loves ZICO,eill | play_arrow | A masterpiece created by m-flo with Japanese and Korean artists |
| 64east | Moon on pampas grassShiina Ringo | play_arrow | Ringo Sheena: a theme song that sings of resolve in life |
| 65east | MIC AS ONEDivision All Stars | play_arrow | A fiery rap track where every member's individuality shines! |
| 66east | NO MAPUVERworld | play_arrow | Ignite your fighting spirit with a passionate rock tune! |
| 67east | 刺激最優先LIL LEAGUE | play_arrow | Energetic Song to Cheer on Your Challenge |
| 68east | Wonderlandiri | play_arrow | Expressing the emotional journey from darkness to light through R&B |
| 69east | TWILIGHT!!!King Gnu | play_arrow | King Gnu's masterful movie theme song |
| 70east | ZenSHOW-GO | play_arrow | An innovative track where SHOW-GO’s sonic world comes alive |
| 71east | NEO SAMURAIWORLD ORDER | play_arrow | Fusion of tradition and the future, bringing the samurai spirit into the modern age |
| 72east | manicNEE | play_arrow | A diverse collection of songs that express NEE's emotions |
| 73east | WAZAUchikubi Gokumon Doukoukai | play_arrow | A quirky song where they shout pro wrestling move names at full blast! |
| 74east | Spicy Queenhanabie | play_arrow | The culmination of Harajuku core—an explosive, fiery shout! |
| 75east | Gee Gee TRAINToukyou Gegegay | play_arrow | A hopeful homage song to a classic hit from 1991 |
| 76east | blazing-fast logic-nessAKASAKI | play_arrow | A powerful work that depicts loneliness through a band sound |
| 77east | DSTMONE OR EIGHT | play_arrow | An ambitious hip-hop track by ONE OR EIGHT |
| 78east | IKIZAMAEast Of Eden | play_arrow | The positive message of East Of Eden’s new song |
| 79east | J.O.K.E.R.MAZZEL | play_arrow | MAZZEL's defiant theme song |
| 80east | Devil in Your HeartSiM | play_arrow | Punk reggae where shouts and melody fuse |
| 81east | TORNADOMYERA | play_arrow | A work in which MYERA conveys a message of staying true to oneself |
| 82east | PrideNovel Core | play_arrow | A rock work that portrays the resolve to stay true to oneself |
| 83east | BEATWurtS | play_arrow | A drama theme song: rock that blends ephemerality and strength |
| 84east | Dance in the palm of my handKokorashika | play_arrow | A fusion of West Coast and city pop |
| 85east | The world of moviesbaibai nīche | play_arrow | Bye-bye, Nietzsche’s pop rock |
| 86east | Avalanchetsurezuregakan | play_arrow | An ambitious work with unique arrangements, released in April 2025 |
| 87east | Kaiju no Hanabuta (Monster’s Flower Song)Vaundy | play_arrow | A smash hit that expresses nostalgic memories through music |
| 88east | KICKBACKYonezu Kenshi | play_arrow | Kenshi Yonezu expresses desire and freedom through electro-rock |
| 89east | Go in Blind (Moon Wolf)&TEAM | play_arrow | &TEAM's epic dance number |
| 90east | faceAve Mujica | play_arrow | Gothic metal that confronts the self |
| 91east | SunburstShingāzuhai | play_arrow | A powerful rock song by Singer's High |
| 92east | King Kila GameMAZZEL | play_arrow | MAZZEL's danceable party rock song |
| 93east | ROSEHANA | play_arrow | HANA sings about the strength to overcome hardship |
| 94east | exceed; surpass; go beyond; cross (over)[Alexandros] | play_arrow | A rock number for an anime theme song |
| 95east | voiceNOISEMAKER | play_arrow | NOISEMAKER’s ambitious work, a fusion of diverse genres |
| 96east | Dynamic Ryukyuderakkusu x derakkusu | play_arrow | Okinawan Tradition and Modernity Fused: A Tropical Anthem |
| 97east | Comical FightKiyomoto Taiga | play_arrow | SixTONES' Taiga Kyomoto's rock song to be released in April |
| 98east | pa pa pachōgakusei | play_arrow | Liven up your everyday life with a fun, rhythmic new song |
| 99east | mixed nutsOfisharu Higedan Dism | play_arrow | An upper tune perfect for the morning commute |
| 100east | REDRyosuke Yamada | play_arrow | Ryousuke Yamada’s first solo work in 12 years |
| 101east | CASANOVA POSSEAli | play_arrow | ALI, the opening theme song of Dr. STONE |
| 102east | A bouquet for meAdo | play_arrow | Singing about self-affirmation and a heart of gratitude |
| 103east | SailingBE:FIRST | play_arrow | Cheering song for BE:FIRST |
| 104east | SpacecraftBE:FIRST | play_arrow | BE:FIRST's aggressive dance tune |
| 105east | TOP OF THE GAMEFANTASTICS | play_arrow | FANTAS’s adventurous dance tune |
| 106east | Sparkling MoonGANG PARADE | play_arrow | GANG PARADE “Sparkling Moon” to be released in December 2024 |
| 107east | Start Our JourneyHAGANE | play_arrow | An anthem supporting the dreams of a women’s metal band |
| 108east | LADY CRAZYHIMEHINA | play_arrow | HimeHina's Indian-flavored EDM track |
| 109east | Back To ZeroIzumii | play_arrow | A new song depicting human relationships in the digital age |
| 110east | Damn flightLittle Black Dress | play_arrow | A moving new song that fuses youth and rock |
| 111east | REACHING FOR THE SKYMAN WITH A MISSION | play_arrow | An encouraging anthem that inspires courage with a driving rock feel |
| 112east | VertigoMAN WITH A MISSION | play_arrow | New song by MAN WITH A MISSION |
| 113east | Supernatural (feat. Masato from coldrain)NOISEMAKER | play_arrow | NOISEMAKER × coldrain song |
| 114east | HIRAKEGOMANumber_i | play_arrow | Number_i’s new song sings of courage and hope |
| 115east | MatterONE OK ROCK | play_arrow | A powerful rock song by ONE OK ROCK |
| 116east | Tropical TherapyONE OK ROCK | play_arrow | Rock that heals the heart, a paradise for escaping reality |
| 117east | SKILLAWAKEPassCode | play_arrow | PassCode's new song becomes an anime opening |
| 118east | Taxi to the MoonPenthouse | play_arrow | A funky dance tune for space travel |
| 119east | gumROF-MAO | play_arrow | Expressing the sentiments of contemporary society through a rock sound |
| 120east | InductionRaul | play_arrow | Raul’s original dance tune |
| 121east | SHINOBIREOL | play_arrow | Reol releases SHINOBI |
| 122east | SWITCHRyosuke Yamada | play_arrow | Ryosuke Yamada Pursues Freedom and Values |
| 123east | THE BALLERSSixTONES | play_arrow | SixTONES’s fiery track becomes a basketball theme |
| 124east | The Spider’s ThreadTHE RAMPAGE | play_arrow | Expressing hope in overcoming adversity through a fusion of traditional Japanese instruments and trap music |
| 125east | BO$$YTravis Japan | play_arrow | Travis Japan’s new song is a confident, powerful, and captivating track |
| 126east | Run, SAKAMOTOVaundy | play_arrow | Run, SAKAMOTO—powerful rock |
| 127east | Sorry Not SorryWANIMA | play_arrow | Rock that gives you a push with a fiery message |
| 128east | Raran RhapsodyWANIMA | play_arrow | WANIMA's new song is the theme song for a drama. |
| 129east | BAKUON -Blast of Sound-WOLF HOWL HARMONY | play_arrow | WOLF HOWL HARMONY’s aggressive dance number |
| 130east | Stargazertayori | play_arrow | Hope to move into the future on a journey among the stars |
| 131east | DRESSING ROOMnatori | play_arrow | Natori’s free dance tune |
| 132east | kaiju (giant monster)Sakanakushon | play_arrow | Electro rock that expresses the courage and will for the pursuit of knowledge |
| 133east | No oneTogenashi Togeari | play_arrow | Emotional rock, loneliness and a strong will |
| 134east | YokazeHentai Shinshi Kurabu | play_arrow | The wistful vocals over lo-fi beats seep into the heart. |
| 135east | 08(ZERO HACHI)joōbachi | play_arrow | Notable for high visual beauty with an innovative track on the theme of infinity |
| 136east | SWIPE!harusaruhi | play_arrow | Spring Saruhi's rap-punk fusion track |
| 137east | GOLDEN BUDDY feat. Kurumaraisan | play_arrow | A diverse collection of rock-inspired sound works |
| 138east | WannabeAkiyama Kiiro | play_arrow | Superhuman X collaboration song, to be released for streaming in November |
| 139east | BOW AND ARROWYonezu Kenshi | play_arrow | Kenshi Yonezu’s new song, a powerful theme for a figure skating anime |
| 140east | PlazmaYonezu Kenshi | play_arrow | Kenshi Yonezu produces his first theme song for a Gundam film |
| 141east | MOGURA -Barefoot-hannya | play_arrow | A hard-edged rap track that realistically portrays the darkness of the city |
| 142east | AnubisRinu | play_arrow | A grand electronic track guided by a god of the underworld |
| 143east | chang[e]BLUE ENCOUNT | play_arrow | Singing about living true to oneself with an aggressive sound |
| 144east | Got Boost?FANTASTICS from EXILE TRIBE | play_arrow | FANTASTICS' new song depicts hope and growth |
| 145east | WMDA(Where My Drums At)INI | play_arrow | INI's seventh single, a powerful track |
| 146east | ROLLIN’ STONESWOLF HOWL HARMONY | play_arrow | An uplifting anthem that gives you courage with a rock sound |
| 147east | THE CODENakajima Kento | play_arrow | Electronic pop by Kento Nakajima |
| 148east | picaresqueNakajima Kento | play_arrow | Dance-pop to find your true self |
| 149east | pyramid[Alexandros] | play_arrow | [Alexandros] 'Pyramid' TV drama theme song |


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