Recommended Japanese bands for teenage boys

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Kepla / From Now On (Lyric Video)

Kepla is drawing attention with down-to-earth lyrics that resonate with listeners and a driving, high-speed sound.

Formed in September 2020, the four-piece rock band has a youthfully evocative backstory: all members are classmates from Tokyo Metropolitan Saginomiya High School.

They made their debut in July 2021 with the mini-album “Days of Youth,” achieving a remarkable milestone as its tracks surpassed 100,000 views on YouTube.

In September 2024, they made their major-label debut with EMI Records, fully blooming with the skills they honed during their indie days.

Another appeal is their fan-centered approach: the members themselves handle merch and jacket design, keeping a close connection with their audience.

Their songs, which feel like snapshots of fleeting moments of youth, feature fresh sensibilities and lyrics that evoke real empathy, steadily growing their fanbase—especially among younger listeners.

New Treasure IslandSakanakushon

Sakanaction / New Treasure Island -Music Video-

Both the songs, the vocals, and the other members are just incredibly intense.

You can’t sum them up with words like “pop”; all I can say is that their unique worldview is amazing.

It’s hard to even call it new or old.

I think what’s great about Sakanaction is that you can listen and dance just by going with what you feel.

Maplesupittsu

Spitz / Kaede

I think Spitz might seem like an old guys’ band to people in their teens, but they’re a band I really want you to listen to at least once.

“Kaede” was used in a TV commercial, so I’m sure you’ve heard it before.

What’s amazing about Spitz is that no matter how old the song is, it doesn’t feel dated.

Crimson-colored sunsetFujifaburikku

Fujifabric – Akane-Colored Sunset

This is also a pretty old song—released in 2005.

The sheer emotion overflowing from the track is incredible.

It’s one of the top three bands I want people to listen to in the summer! Masaki Suda has covered this song as well, so it’s truly a masterpiece I want younger listeners to hear.

Odoru-LoopFurederikku

Frederic “Oddloop” Music Video | Frederic “oddloop”

Handsome, catchy, and with a mysterious worldview.

Once you listen, you’ll want to hear it again.

Even those who feel put off at first end up getting hooked before they know it—this band is addictive.

For starters, check out “Odoru-p” (“Odorupu”); its music video is addictive too.

ICHIDAIJIPorukadotto Sutingurei

Polkadot Stingray “ICHIDAIJI” Music Video

This is a band I recommend for fans of Tokyo Jihen.

The vocalist’s singing style feels somewhat similar! Their songs are really cool, so I’m excited to see what they do next.

Their second album was released in May 2018!

long good-byeRyukku to soine gohan

Backpack and bedtime rice / long good-bye [Music Video]

Ryuku to Soiné Gohan is a four-piece rock band based in Tokyo.

United since their high school days, they made their major-label debut in December 2020 with their first full-length album, “neo neo,” on Speedstar Records.

Their songs revolve around themes of everyday life and the sparkle of youth, and they’ve released multiple tie-in tracks.

Aiming to be a band that truly shines outdoors, they place great importance on channeling their daily lives and playful studio antics into music.

Their albums “Seishun Nikki,” “neo neo,” and “Shiki” include many heartwarming songs and have charted on Oricon.

Alongside a transparent, airy sound, you can sense a fondness for the Showa era and a pop-leaning sensibility.

For teenage guys and anyone who wants to sprint full-throttle through their youth, this band is a perfect fit.