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 (11–20)
FIREWORK&TEAM
When it comes to dance tunes that heat up the summer, this is the one! &TEAM’s track paints the sparkle of youth as brilliantly as fireworks.
Alongside a driving, exhilarating sound, a story of love and friendship unfolds.
Featured on the album “First Howling : WE,” released in June 2023, this song showcases the group’s unique character—member K even took part in the choreography.
The music video thrills with scenes that capture a page of youth, from racing through nature to fireworks lighting up the night sky.
Listen with your friends and savor the feeling of youth!
Chiki Chiki Bang BangQUEENDOM
QUEENDOM’s “Chikichiki Banban” is the opening theme for the TV anime Ya Boy Kongming! QUEENDOM is composed of members selected from the female vocal dance units lol, FAKY, and GENIC.
The original song is in Hungarian, but it mixes in words that sound like Japanese misheard lyrics.
The vibe is a mid-tempo, ’80s-style disco track.
If this plays at a club, you’ll probably find your body moving before you know it.
It’s also great for getting into a disco mood at home!
Seaside StoryMAZZEL
Evoking the feel of the summer ocean, this track is a summer song packed with a new side of MAZZEL.
Its dynamic melody and chill sound let you savor the openness of the season.
It’s a fresh, medium‑tempo, paradise‑style dance tune that stands apart from R&B and hip-hop.
Released as a digital single on July 5, 2024, it was produced by Taku Takahashi and SKY-HI.
The song was first performed at the final show of their nationwide tour, reportedly captivating about 8,000 attendees.
The choreography—featuring elements like the sea, waves, and boats—is another highlight.
It’s a perfect pick for driving or as background music for a barbecue.
Odoru-LoopFurederikku
It’s a dance-inducing track that feels like a slice of summer air.
Released in September 2014, it was Frederic’s major-label debut single and was also used as the DVD ending theme for the anime “Yamada-kun and the Seven Witches.” It’s characterized by its addictive sound and catchy phrases.
While channeling the urge to dance through its lyrics, it also carries a critical message about society.
The song saw a revival hit on TikTok in 2020, with its music video surpassing 100 million views.
Furthermore, starting in July 2022, it was featured in commercials, winning fans across a wide range of listeners.
It’s the perfect summer anthem to elevate the mood by the seaside or poolside.
Et cetera related to the seashorePUFFY
A classic PUFFY summer tune that kicks off with a thrilling, fast-paced intro.
Released in 1997.
The breezy melody pairs perfectly with lyrics about seaside love and youth, making your heart race! It was also used in a Kirin Beverage “Tennen Sodachi” commercial.
While ‘Ai no Shirushi’ went viral on TikTok, this one is also great for laid-back dancing—highly recommended! It’ll boost your mood on a drive and is perfect when you want to reminisce about summer memories.
You’ll definitely feel like dancing when you hear it.
It was performed at the 2016 NHK Kohaku Uta Gassen and remains a song cherished by many.
WeTube ~The Summer of Summer Guys~TUBE
This song really puts you in the mood to soak up the summer! TUBE’s track follows a pop-rock style, featuring an exhilarating sound and a lively, concert-like feel.
The lyrics are full of playfulness, expressing the joys of summer, friendship, and breaking free from the everyday.
Released on August 16, 2023, it was TUBE’s first digital-only single.
It was apparently created to hype up their live show at Yokohama Stadium.
It’s perfect as background music for a seaside drive or a barbecue! A must-listen for anyone looking to make the most of summer.
Enjoy the summer! Japanese summer dance songs: high-energy dance music (21–30)
Toxic Sweet feat. JP THE WAVYm-flo
An interstellar love story between a Martian and a human, painted over a reggae sound that evokes tropical beaches.
m-flo sings of a love on a cosmic scale.
The protagonist’s feelings as he’s drawn to a captivating yet dangerous Martian woman unfold alongside tropical, island-flavored sounds.
Released in August 2019, the track was performed with guest JP THE WAVY at m-flo’s 20th-anniversary live show “KYO,” where their energetic performance captivated the audience and blew away the summer heat.
It’s a recommended song for those who want to enjoy both the liberating feeling of a relaxing day at a summer beach and a grand, space-set narrative.