An intro quiz featuring hit songs from the Reiwa era! A stream of popular tracks that’ll have you humming along
The moment the intro starts and someone shouts, “Oh, I know this one!”—that excitement is exactly what makes intro quizzes so fun, isn’t it? Hit songs from the Reiwa era feature many catchy melodies, making them enjoyable across generations.
Just a few seconds of the opening can bring memories rushing back, and before you know it, people are clapping along or humming.
In this article, we’ll introduce plenty of Reiwa-era crowd-pleasers that will instantly brighten the mood in any intro quiz.
Use it as inspiration when you’re looking for ideas for recreational activities or events!
Intro quiz with hyped Reiwa-era songs! A stream of popular tunes you can’t help but hum along to (1–10)
chantNEW!Ado
This piece became a major talking point as the theme song for Universal Studios Japan’s Halloween event.
Released by Ado—an acclaimed singer known for her powerful vocals—in September 2023, it continues to be beloved by many.
The lively rhythms of electro swing fuse with strong vocals, delivering an appealing theme that conveys the resolve to take the stage and a passion for self-expression.
The flow of complex words in a rhythmic sequence brings a natural sense of joy that lifts the spirit.
The energetic melody that makes you want to start clapping the moment the intro plays brightens up any recreational setting.
It’s a recommended track when you want to spend an enjoyable time through music together with older adults.
Zankyo SankaNEW!Aimer
This uptempo piece opens with the dazzling sound of brass that makes you want to clap along from the intro.
The vocals are performed by Aimer, whose uniquely husky, sultry voice is captivating.
It portrays a powerful resolve to overcome past struggles and move toward the future, giving listeners a positive burst of energy.
Chosen as the opening theme for the smash-hit anime Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba – Entertainment District Arc, it’s included on the double A-side single released in January 2022.
Its exhilarating, fast-paced melody is perfect for recreational settings like an intro quiz to get everyone excited.
Give it a listen when you need a boost in your daily life or a refreshing change of mood.
I wonderNEW!Da-iCE
Da-iCE’s song “I wonder,” written in April 2024 as the theme for the TBS drama “Kururi: Who Fell in Love with Me?” features vividly colored lyrics centered on romance and self-discovery that resonate with listeners.
Created primarily by the members, it’s also appealing for its wordplay and meticulous expressions scattered throughout.
By October 2024, it had surpassed 160 million streams.
The memorable intro phrase and the catchy choreography that mimics remote-control operations make you want to copy them.
With its upbeat, easy-to-listen-to melody, it’s perfect for intro quizzes at events and gatherings.
It’s a refreshing number that everyone can clap along to and get excited together.
mixed nutsNEW!Ofisharu Higedan Dism
The moment the intro starts, your heart skips a beat—Official HIGE DANDism’s song “Mixed Nuts.” Released digitally in April 2022, it was written as the opening theme for the TV anime SPY×FAMILY.
By July of the same year, it had surpassed 100 million streams, showing just how beloved it is.
Its lively, up-tempo melody infused with jazz elements makes you want to clap along.
The lyrics portray the bonds of the anime’s characters—each harboring their own secrets yet living together—by likening them to a bag of mixed nuts.
It’s a lovely world that conveys the warmth of time spent together, even within a fabricated relationship.
Try enjoying it together when you want to instantly brighten up a recreational gathering.
Chu, diversity.NEW!ano
Ano, who is active across a wide range of fields such as variety shows and modeling and draws attention with her unique charm.
Here’s an introduction to her smash-hit track released as a digital-only single in November 2022.
Chosen as the ending theme for episode 7 of the anime Chainsaw Man, this pop tune expresses the beauty of respecting individual differences and living together while embracing others.
Its energetic band sound blends with Chinese-inspired melodies, and the rhythmic play of words leaves a pleasant, lingering impression.
The rhythm is so light and catchy that you’ll want to clap along as soon as the intro starts, making it a perfect pick for an intro-quiz game in recreational activities to enjoy together with seniors.
NIGHT DANCERNEW!imase
Singer-songwriter imase, a new-generation artist who made his major debut in December 2021.
Released digitally in August 2022, NIGHT DANCER is an urbane, floating dance-pop tune said to have been inspired during a nighttime drive.
Its light, buoyant beat and catchy melody line leave a strong impression, and it gained explosive popularity both in Japan and abroad through social media and short videos.
Marking a global hit—such as becoming the first J-POP song to enter the TOP 20 on Korea’s streaming site Melon—the track won the Excellence Award at the 65th Japan Record Awards in 2023.
Its irresistibly body-swaying, comfortable rhythm is perfect for recreation and event intro quizzes, naturally prompting handclaps and humming to spread.
OverdoseNEW!natori
Singer-songwriter Natori, whose social media post sparked huge buzz and quickly turned into a hit.
This track captivates with its world of uncontainable emotions and a desire to escape, set to an urban, danceable beat.
The moment you hear the pleasant tones of the intro, you’ll likely find yourself moving to the rhythm.
Released as a digital-only single in September 2022, it was also chosen for a Nike shoes campaign song.
It’s included on the acclaimed album Gekijō (Theater) and has achieved outstanding results on numerous music charts.
If you play it for an intro quiz during recreational activities, even older listeners will naturally start clapping along and enjoy it.
A stylish pop tune that makes hearts skip across generations.