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 (31–40)
WAVEBODY (Remix)JP THE WAVY

This is a track that amps you up when you listen to it in the summer.
In the music video, child actors evoking the rappers’ childhoods appear, and the early-2000s-inspired visuals create a nostalgic vibe that makes you feel a pleasant sense of reminiscence.
It’s a song you can’t take your eyes off, with performances brimming with confidence and a strong bond among the crew.
The MV was released in October 2021, and the track is included on that year’s album, “WAVY TAPE 2 (Deluxe).” Put it on for a summer drive or when you’re hanging out and getting hyped with friends—it’s guaranteed to take the energy up a notch.
Give yourself over to the powerful, heavy low-end beat and enjoy it as the perfect summer BGM!
My Resort¥ellow bucks

This track captivates with a soothing sound that makes you feel as if you’re on a private beach.
On a beat crafted by Tee, ¥ellow Bucks unfolds a world where the sparkle of an extraordinary resort intersects with fleeting scenes from everyday life.
The song is included on his milestone debut album, “Jungle,” released in August 2020, and the music video was filmed in Okinawa.
It’s guaranteed to lift your spirits on a summer drive or whenever you want to unwind a little.
COCONUTNiziU

Perfect for the season when the summer sun is dazzling, this is a summery track from NiziU’s album “COCONUT.” Just listening to it lifts your spirits, evoking a refreshing scene of blue skies and the sea.
Its vibrant sound makes summer memories with friends shine, and the nine members’ vocals convey the openness and positive energy of summer.
The album “COCONUT,” which includes this song, was released in July 2023 and debuted at No.
1 on the Oricon Albums Chart with 142,000 copies sold in its first week.
The album also features the movie theme song “Paradise” and the drama theme song “LOOK AT ME.” It’s a perfect pick to elevate karaoke, road trips, and all your summer outings—highly recommended for anyone looking to enjoy the season.
Summer MadnessSandaime Jē Sōru Burazāzu fromu Eguzairu Toraibu

It’s a song that perfectly suits the sun, as if announcing the arrival of summer.
The EDM sound crafted by world-renowned DJ Afrojack delivers an exhilarating rush that makes your body move the moment you hear it.
STY’s catchy, lyrical melody seems to sing of summer’s sense of freedom and the thrill in your chest—before you know it, you’ll be humming along.
Released in July 2015 as the 18th single, it was also featured in ANA’s “2015 Summer Tabiwari” commercial.
Included on the acclaimed album THE JSB LEGACY, it became a hit, selling 195,000 copies in its first week on the Oricon Weekly Chart.
Put it on when you want to get the crowd going at karaoke or as the perfect BGM for a summer drive!
Summer BikeFANTASTICS from EXILE TRIBE

This work delivered by FANTASTICS from EXILE TRIBE is irresistible, with a refreshing melody that makes your heart dance just by listening.
The lyrics surely capture the thrill of summer adventures and the youthful rush shared with friends, drawing listeners into a sparkling world.
The choreography by s**t kingz’s NOPPO also seems to showcase a new side of the group.
Released in August 2022 as their 11th single, the song peaked at No.
4 on the Oricon Weekly Singles Chart and is included on the album “FANTASTIC ROCKET.” It’s also well known as the theme song for their live tour, and the music video filmed in Okinawa amps up the summer vibes.
Perfect for a drive or time spent with friends!
Enjoy the summer! Japanese summer dance tracks. Hype dance music (41–50)
Glaring Summernaniwa danshi

A summer anthem as dazzling as the sun has arrived! This track was released early as a digital single in June 2025.
Its choreography, which fuses summer vibes with disco, is also captivating, showcasing high-energy moves in the intro and chorus that are perfect for midsummer.
The song was featured in a ROUND1 commercial and is included on the album “BON BON VOYAGE,” released in July.
It’s the perfect soundtrack for hyping things up with friends at the beach or making summer memories!
Paradise BabyRIP SLYME

This is a classic that lightly captures the sense of liberation and free-spirited romance you feel by the beach in summer.
Released in June 2002, the track blends hip-hop with bossa nova and samba rhythms, offering an innovative sound that transcends conventional genre boundaries.
The lyrics brightly depict the unique exhilaration of summer—sun-kissed skin, a longing for the ocean, and the flutter of seeing someone in a bikini.
It’s also featured on the album “TOKYO CLASSIC,” and became the first million-selling record in Japanese hip-hop.
Perfect for seaside drives, summer festivals, or relaxing by the pool.



