Enjoy the summer! Japanese summer dance tracks. Uplifting dance music.
When summer gets hot, you just want to dance your heart out to upbeat summer dance tracks, right? I bet a lot of you feel the same.
In recent years, dance-driven songs have become mainstream in Japan as well.
In this article, we’ll introduce Japanese tracks that are perfect for summer.
From tunes that make your body move to full-on dance music, idol songs, and classic summer anthems, we’ve picked a variety of styles.
They’re great as background music for seaside drives, barbecues, and more!
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Enjoy the summer! Japanese summer dance tracks: hype dance music (71–80)
The Golden HistoryMomoiro Kurōbā Zetto
Released in 2016, Momoiro Clover Z’s “The Golden History” is a song that tells the story of their journey, which began with street performances.
Set to a bright sound that perfectly matches the group’s image, it portrays both the path they’ve taken and the future ahead, boosting the listener’s desire to cheer them on.
Brass instruments and funk rhythms are actively incorporated, and the resonant sound suits dance music as well.
The chorus in particular features a strong layering of vocals and instruments, evoking a clear sense of summery exhilaration.
Unconcealed MeGesu no Kiwami Otome.
Just following the timbre of each instrument is enjoyable on its own.
It’s a song by the four-piece pop-rock band Gesu no Kiwami Otome, released as a digital single in 2019.
The sound makes you want to sway side to side.
The wordplay in the lyrics is fun, too.
And the bass phrase in the chorus feels so good! You could say this track condenses their charm and strengths into one.
Effeminate; overly sentimental; being clingy/whiny (context-dependent)Gōruden Bonbā
Golden Bomber has a lot of hype, crowd-pleasing songs, doesn’t it? This track lays bare the clingy feelings of a heartbroken man, drawing on the flavor of Showa-era kayōkyoku while also carrying a touch of Eurobeat—an irresistible combination.
Released in October 2009 as their seventh single, it won a JASRAC Award in 2014.
It’s hugely popular at karaoke, and it’s an absolute banger live.
Put it on at a summer beach party or barbecue and your body will start moving on its own.
The exhilarating beat also makes it perfect background music for a drive.
Jenny High RhapsodyJenīhai
A track released in 2019 by Jenny High, a band featuring a crossover of Japanese comedy and music stars.
Riding a four-on-the-floor dance beat, it relentlessly pokes fun at its members’ over-the-top personalities.
Still, it’s a provocative piece that fuses a sophisticated band arrangement with punchlines so powerful they’ll lodge themselves in your head after a single listen.
Your work is guaranteed to come to a halt.
Wanna carnival?Naoto Intiraymi
The perfect dance number for a summer packed with festivals and events is “Carnival?” Released in 2010 by Naoto Inti Raymi, a singer-songwriter active around the world, it features a borderless sound that briskly blends a variety of musical genres.
We recommend joining in with chorus and clapping to the rhythmic track.
You’ll enjoy humorous choreography with hip shakes and salutes.
Pump up your summer with this tropical tune that conjures images of a vacation!
InfluencerNogizaka 46
For those who want to dance to a sultry track with a mature vibe, Influencer is recommended.
Released in 2017 by Nogizaka46, a female idol group known for their beautiful looks and performances, it features a stylish sound with urban elements and showcases sharply defined vocals and choreography.
Over a driving beat, a melody that is both beautiful and fleeting unfolds.
It’s a dance number that adds a refreshing touch to the hot summer.
Why not strike a cool pose with a touch of ennui?
Poppin’love cocktailKoda Kumi feat TEEDA
This song, used in a commercial for the travel agency H.I.S., is one of Kumi Koda’s signature summer tracks.
With its heavy bass mix and catchy melody, it’s an upbeat summer tune that gets you moving—perfect dance music for lifting your spirits in the summer.