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)
Ca Va？Bikkeburanka
Vickeblanka’s “Ca Va?” is a memorable song with a gentle rhythm and lyrics that carry a sense of humor.
It starts with a calm, piano-based singer-songwriter style and develops into a sound with a stronger beat, conveying a relaxed vibe and a sense of fun.
The lyrics, which seem to focus on the sound of the words, are also worth noting—the light, catchy phrasing overlaps with the music and seems to accentuate the laid-back rhythm.
It gives the impression of recommending that you don’t overthink the meaning and just move your body gently along with the song.
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.
DESIREKato Miria
A hugely popular track for summer drives! It’s a number Miliyah Kato released in June 2011.
It’s packed with the charm of summer dance music.
The four-on-the-floor beat creates an upbeat vibe that pairs perfectly with Kato’s sexy vocals.
The love-themed lyrics intertwine with summer scenery, giving you those heart-fluttering feels.
It’s guaranteed to crank up the energy at summer festivals! Just listening makes you feel like you’re experiencing a summer romance.
water lily blossomShonan no Kaze
Suirenka, released in 2007 by Shonan no Kaze—an essential group when talking about Japanese reggae music—is a track driven by a lively beat that incorporates the rhythms of soca, a traditional music born in Trinidad and Tobago.
The chorus work, brimming with passionate feelings for a loved one, flows with freedom.
Spin your towel to the music or move your body however you like! It’s a high-energy dance number that evokes a summer coastline and sandy beaches.
Be sure to check out this catchy track that’s perfect for dancing with a big crowd.
Iroha ni ODORYANSEshiritsu ebisu chūgaku
A song produced as the theme track for Shiritsu Ebisu Chugaku’s staple summer event, “Famien.” It’s an energetic number that fuses a fantastical sound reminiscent of 1980s video games with a modern pop sensibility.
Featuring a catchy, singalong-friendly beat, it also incorporates elements of a “towel song,” designed to get the crowd involved and having fun together.
The track was released to coincide with “Ebichu Summer Festival,” a 15th-anniversary event held in August 2024.
Packed with the heat of summer and a festive atmosphere, this uptempo song puts freedom and fun front and center—perfect for summer events or when you want to get lively with friends!
flying getAKB48
A refreshing dance tune perfect for the hot summer has arrived.
Released in August 2011, this is AKB48’s 22nd single.
It’s a pop song with elements of Latin music and rock, expressing romantic feelings with the phrase “Flying Get.” It was also a major commercial success, winning the Grand Prize at the 53rd Japan Record Awards.
Performed in many venues, including the 62nd NHK Kohaku Uta Gassen, the track’s smooth beat and stirring melody heighten the exhilaration of summer.
It’s ideal for poolside parties and a great companion for a drive.
The fun-filled hooks and rhythms are essential ingredients for making summer memories.