[2026] The latest Japanese pop songs that liven up parties and performances: surefire crowd favorites
Being asked to put on a performance at a wedding reception or after-party—one of life’s biggest events—comes with a lot of responsibility.
Playing it safe might mean singing a song or doing a dance, but if you’re wondering which songs will really get the crowd going, we’ve got you covered with recommended Japanese tracks, from the latest hits to timeless classics.
From massive hits with fun choreography everyone can dance to, to tender, moving numbers dedicated to the bride and groom, you’re sure to find a song that fits your purpose.
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[2026] The latest Japanese pop songs that liven up parties and performances. Surefire hits (131–140)
MiracleGReeeeN
For people of the generation now getting married, GReeeeN’s “Kiseki” is probably, for many, a song filled with memories of their youth.
If you look at its pure, straightforward lyrics, it actually fits weddings perfectly, and it’s often used as background music at receptions.
It might also work well as BGM for a little skit during the festivities.
Sign of LovePUFFY
It’s a nostalgic song, but it still doesn’t feel dated—a real classic.
If everyone joins in on that familiar, laid-back dance during the chorus, it’s sure to get the crowd going.
And since the lyrics are exactly what the title suggests, I think it’s perfect for a wedding performance or something similar.
My Past Life, Many Lifetimes AgoRADWIMPS
If any of your friends can play instruments or are in a band, you should definitely perform this smash hit.
It’s a song everyone has heard at least once, and its energetic vibe will absolutely get the crowd going.
It’s fun for the performers to play and sing, and it will be incredibly enjoyable for the audience as well.
Feeling greatmihimaru GT
It’s a song that gets you pumped up and makes your body move to the rhythm on its own.
I think it’ll liven up any scene and fill it with a fun vibe.
It’s the kind of song I’d love everyone to sing together while getting into the groove.
Please give it a listen at least once.
Joyfulikimonogakari
I thought it was a very bright song that makes both the singer and the listeners feel really happy.
Just singing this song could liven up everyone there and make for an amazing performance.
Even without adding anything else, it gets the crowd excited just by singing it, so I think it’s easy and great.
To all my ex-girlfriendsKoresawa
It’s a song filled to the brim with gratitude.
Koresawa’s vocals gently embrace the feeling of looking back on past relationships.
Set to a lively, country-style melody, it weaves words of thanks to ex-girlfriends.
While savoring the happiness with a current partner, the attitude of appreciating past experiences really resonates.
The song was released in September 2024.
It’s a heartwarming track that anyone who has experienced love can relate to.
It might be nice to listen to it with someone special and reflect on the journey so far.
threadNakajima Miyuki
For a wedding performance, this song choice is virtually foolproof.
Ito (Thread), a signature song by Hokkaido-born singer-songwriter Miyuki Nakajima, was released in 1998.
The cover version by Bank Band, led by Mr.Children’s Kazutoshi Sakurai, is also well known.
Each profound word woven into the lyrics is sure to resonate with everyone present at the venue.
