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 (51–60)
PLAYBACKJUJU
A song by JUJU themed around summer passion and newfound self-discovery.
Released in July 2015, it was unveiled as the first single commemorating the 11th anniversary of her debut.
Positioned as a summer anthem, it was produced by UTA, who was the top young producer at the time.
The lyrics vividly portray summer sunlight and beach scenes, expressing a desire to look back on past moments.
It enjoyed strong sales, reaching No.
4 on the Billboard Japan Hot 100.
Its uniquely buoyant rhythm makes you want to dance!
I Like ItMukai Taichi
The crisp synthesizer phrases are so addictive.
This is a track by Taichi Mukai, a singer-songwriter from Fukuoka Prefecture.
It’s included on his 2019 EP “27.” The lyrics beautifully convey the importance of living true to yourself.
The vibe isn’t particularly upbeat; it feels stylish, with a refreshing touch.
Perfect for a sunny summer day.
Summer Love!! feat. RED RICE from Shonan no KazeAoyama Teruma
A poppy, energetic number themed around summer romance.
Released in June 2010, this track brings together Thelma Aoyama and RED RICE from Shonan no Kaze.
The refreshing melody and their back-and-forth vocals feel great.
The lyrics are packed with summer memories like beach dates and fireworks festivals, which is part of the charm.
You can’t help but start moving when you listen! It’s perfect as driving BGM, too.
Highly recommended for anyone who wants to make the most of summer.
Blue Hawaii Lemon≒JOY
This ≒JOY release is filled with bittersweet feelings, set to a sound as fresh as a breeze that heralds the arrival of summer.
Released in June 2025, it’s the group’s third single, with Reon Esumi as the center.
The lyrics, which liken summer romance to shaved ice, are absolutely adorable and make you feel like falling in love yourself.
It’s perfect as background music for making memories with friends and loved ones!
Have fun this summer! Japanese summer dance tracks: hyped-up dance music (61–70)
BOY MEETS GIRLTRF
TRF is a five-member coed dance-vocal group.
They debuted in 1993 with the single “GOING 2 DANCE / OPEN YOUR MIND,” and gained popularity with their explosive dance tunes.
Among their songs, “BOY MEETS GIRL,” released in 1994, became a major hit thanks to its catchy, singable melody.
It’s an intense dance number, so if you move your body to it outdoors in the summer, you might even expect some dieting benefits!
GelanYurumerumo!
Yurumerumo! is an idol group that has amassed a devoted following with their unique performances.
While they initially centered on J-pop, they gradually shifted toward a New Wave focus.
As a result, they’re known for having many eccentric tracks.
Their latest song, Geran, follows this trend-driven New Wave direction, with trap music elements added to the hi-hats in the track.
Thanks to the track’s high level of craftsmanship, DTM creators and track makers are sure to enjoy it as well.
Otherworldly Mixed Grand Ball (feat. Ghost)Hoshino Gen
As a recommended summer song, I’d like to introduce “Isekai Kongo Dai Butokai (feat.
Obake)” by Gen Hoshino.
It’s the theme song for the film “Ghostbook: Obakezukan,” known for being fun to both sing and dance to.
The chorus’s “Obake Dance” is simple and cute, so both adults and children can enjoy it together.
The song’s distinctive rhythm is another charming highlight—you can clap and step along as you sing, making it perfect for enjoying hot summer days with family and friends.
Feel the rhythm with your whole body and get into the spirit of summer!
