Year-end/New Year party crowd-pleasing performance dance [2026]

Tatami Alcove Seiza GirlNMB48

[MV] Tokonoma Seiza Musume / NMB48

From the title alone, NMB48’s “Tokonoma Seiza Musume” exudes a distinctly Japanese vibe.

It’s NMB’s 20th single.

The intro even starts with the sound of hyoshigi clappers, giving it a traditional flavor, while the music video has a strong retro Showa feel.

Watching it makes you want to dance—perfect for year-end and New Year parties.

With plenty of call-and-response interjections, viewers can join in with cheers and get the crowd going.

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Racing into the NightYOASOBI

[Anatacia] Ran at Night - Tried Dancing [Original Choreography]

YOASOBI is an indispensable presence when talking about the 2020 music scene.

The duo—Vocaloid producer Ayase and singer-songwriter ikura—scored hits with every track, especially igniting excitement among younger listeners.

Among them, the smash hit “Yoru ni Kakeru” is a high-energy, fast-paced number that can get even those unfamiliar with it moving as soon as they hear it.

While it wasn’t originally made as a dance song, if you’re looking for a dance track that gets people hyped in a slightly different way, how about this one?

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Joyfulikimonogakari

Joyful / Ikimonogakari (Cover)

If you want to jump around and hype up the crowd at a year-end or New Year’s party, how about Ikimono-gakari’s “Joyful”? This was their 15th single, released in 2009.

The song was commissioned by Ezaki Glico to be used in a “Pocky” commercial.

Thanks to the commercial, it’s widely known—not just among young people but also older generations.

Its poppy, up-tempo vibe makes it perfect for a lively ruckus.

The choreography is very simple, too, so give it a try as a party act when you don’t have much time to practice.

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Yuuko.S

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Here we go! Phantom Thief GirlMomoiro Kurōbā Zetto

[Momoclo MV] Go for it! Phantom Thief Girl / Momoiro Clover Z (MOMOIRO CLOVER / IKUZE! KAITOU SHOUJO)

A song by the four-member idol group Momoiro Clover Z, who have carved out a unique place in the J-pop scene with performances that break from traditional idols and irresistibly catchy tunes.

Released as their major-label debut single during the Momoiro Clover era, it has remained one of their signature tracks from before the name change to the present.

With many highlights—like the distinctive choreography in the chorus and the dramatic backbend jumps—it’s a surefire crowd-pleaser at year-end and New Year parties.

However, because many of the moves place strain on the lower back, those who don’t usually exercise should practice thoroughly before performing.

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Cinderella fitE-girls

E-girls / Cinderella Fit (CINDERELLA FIT) Dance Practice Video

Released in July 2019.

It also gained attention as the commercial song for Mister Donut’s tapioca drinks! It’s a track bursting with E-girls’ pop appeal that really fired up the summer of 2019.

With its cute choreography and tie-in that tapped into the tapioca trend, it quickly became a big hit on social media like TikTok.

It has a tropical, girly mood! I’d love to see women dancing this routine!