[Recommended for women in their 30s] Japanese hit songs that hype up karaoke

Among women in their 30s, many probably find themselves with plenty of chances to go to karaoke—like girls’ nights with childhood friends you haven’t seen in a while, class reunions, or the third after-party at a wedding.

In this article, we’ll introduce easy-to-sing, crowd-pleasing song recommendations for women in their 30s who are unsure what to pick at karaoke, including tracks you listened to as a kid, hits from your teenage years, and recent songs.

Let’s look back on those nostalgic days you spent together and enjoy a great time with the songs that hold your memories!

Playlist

[Recommended for women in their 30s] Japanese hit songs that hype up karaoke
	Title	Playlist	Review
1	Marigoldaimyon		Depicting hope in a sweet and bittersweet song
2	secret base ~What You Gave Me~ZONE		Theme song of a popular drama, a classic by ZONE
3	Yeah! Super holiday!Matsuura Aya		Let's sing the idol song 'Yeah! Meccha Holiday'.
4	CHE.R.RYYUI		Let's look back on our youthful memories with 'CHE.R.RY'
5	Moonlight LegendDALI		Opening theme song of Sailor Moon
6	crescent moonayaka		A wistful song for a cherished person far away
7	Joyfulikimonogakari		The famous song danced to in Shiori Kutsuna’s Pocky commercial
8	A Cruel Angel’s ThesisTakahashi Yoko		A classic song whose Evangelion theme is still loved today
9	366 daysHY		HY’s iconic heartbreak song that resonates with the heart
10	To the futureKiroro		A beloved classic for graduations and weddings
11	My GraduationSPEED		A masterpiece that sings of farewells and new beginnings
12	Snow BlossomNakajima Mika		Mika Nakashima’s bittersweet ballad, a masterpiece that resonates with the heart
13	SenbonzakuraKurousa-P fiito. Hatsune Miku		The charm of Kuro Usagi-P’s Japanese-style rock and Taisho Romanticism
14	planetariumOtsuka Ai		A bittersweet love song at the end of summer
15	frecklesJUDY AND MARY		The blockbuster success of the Rurouni Kenshin opening song
16	First LoveUtada Hikaru		A signature breakup song by Hikaru Utada that resonates with the heart.
17	JOYYU-KI		YUKI’s “JOY” shifts to a new sound
18	Aino Katachi feat. HIDE (GReeeeN)MISIA		A moving song by MISIA and HIDE that portrays the bond between parent and child
19	HEROAmuro Namie		A powerful anthem that champions believing in possibilities
20	dogwood (flowering dogwood)Hitoto Yo		The appeal of Yo Hitoto’s signature song, “Haru yo, Koi”
21	Mela!Ryokushokushakai		High Note Practice Methods for Ryoku Shaka’s “Mela!”
22	Silent majorityKeyakizaka46		A passionate idol song that conveys the importance of speaking up
23	beetle (specifically, a rhinoceros beetle)aiko		A signature heart-wrenching love ballad by aiko
24	A Little Love SongMONGOL800		An emotional song singing of love, a classic hit by MONGOL800
25	God Knows…Hirano Aya		Singing highlights of Haruhi’s cultural festival live songs
26	Fool of LoveGoto Maki		Maki Goto’s solo debut song has a wide vocal range and a unique quality.
27	Ride on timeMAX		MAX's hit song 'Sweet Devil'
28	BelieveTamaki Nami		The opening theme of 'SEED'—rhythm is important.
29	Feeling great!!mihimaru GT		Turn the haze of work and relationships into a positive mindset
30	travelingUtada Hikaru		Hikaru Utada’s FOMA song, an upbeat track
31	PONPONPONkyarī pamyu pamyu		A catchy global hit song from Harajuku
32	Soul RevolutionSuperfly		A positive song as a soccer theme song
33	DESIRE -Passion-Nakamori Akina		The commercial’s song and costumes for “Chewing on the Ribbon”
34	Happy DaysOtsuka Ai		Ai Otsuka’s exhilarating summer rock number, memories of youth
35	YELLOW YELLOW HAPPYPocket Biscuits		PokeBi’s classic hit, highlighted by Chiaki’s captivating vocals
36	TimingBlack Biscuits		The smash-hit song by Black Biscuits
37	Cutie HoneyKōda Kumi		Kumi Koda’s “Cutie Honey,” the movie’s theme song
38	AM11:00HY		HY’s classic song “AM11:00” is a symbol of youth for people in their 30s.
39	Chocolate DiscoPerfume		Perfume’s classic Valentine’s song
40	save your dreamKahara Tomomi		Tomomi Kahala’s smash hit song “Sasa”
41	boyfriendaiko		Aiko’s iconic anthem of youth, “Boyfriend.”
42	Crimson Lotus FlowerLiSA		LiSA’s overwhelming hit song, the Demon Slayer theme
43	Fashion Monsterkyarī pamyu pamyu		Kyary Pamyu Pamyu’s commercial song
44	Here we go! Phantom Thief GirlMomoiro Kurōbā Zetto		The major-label debut track, “Kaito Story,” is captivating.
45	LOVE MachineMōningu Musume.		Morning Musume’s first million-selling hit song
46	Lucky PoolJUDY AND MARY		A summer-friendly pop song by JUDY AND MARY
47	Queen of KabukichoShiina Ringo		Ringo Sheena, a songstress of the '90s, a shocking allure
48	Follow MeE-girls		E-girls’ 3rd single, the Samantha commercial song
49	As many times as you likeDREAMS COME TRUE		“Nando demo” is a timeless classic loved by every generation.
50	SenbonzakuraWagakki Band		Explaining how to sing “Senbonzakura” and its appeal!
51	evolutionHamasaki Ayumi		The chorus of Ayumi Hamasaki’s hit song is memorable.
52	I can’t stay a daydreaming girlAikawa Nanase		Nanase Aikawa’s rock-style debut song, a great stress reliever.
53	Unrequited loveAimer		An Aimer song that turned out to be a sweet love tune
54	On a full-moon nightaimyon		The allure of a sensual song that paints the moonlit night
55	Seduce Venusnozomi		The theme song of DMM TV 'LOVE RING'
56	Koi-bi and ROMANCEGMU		Vocal technique that emphasizes GMU’s low-end technique
57	5 seconds before I fall seriously in loveHirosue Ryōko		Ryoko Hirosue’s debut song, lyrics by Mariya Takeuchi.
58	Summer is comingDaikoku Maki		Maki Ohguro’s popular single, a song that resonated with women
59	Even when I become an old ladyMoritaka Chisato		Chisato Moritaka’s popular drama theme songs and women’s anthems
60	A Lump of LoveKinKi Kids		A melancholic masterpiece by KinKi Kids, an easy-to-sing classic.
61	LOVE2000hitomi		A cheer song for Naoko Takahashi, hitomi’s hit track
62	DOLLSCANDAL		SCANDAL's 'DOLL' is easy to sing.
63	Osaka LoverDREAMS COME TRUE		A song in Osaka dialect that depicts a long-distance relationship
64	I want to fall in love so much that the slopes melt.Hirose Kōmi		“Koi,” the popular winter classic at ski resorts
65	BE TOGETHERSuzuki Ami		A huge hit as a cover song by Ami Suzuki
66	Shangri-LaChatto Monchī		Moved by the lyrics and musical style of a girls’ band
67	distress (at sea/in the mountains); being lost; stranded; a disaster situationToukyou Jihen		A song that represents the early style of Tokyo Jihen
68	A bouquet of flowers with loveSuperfly		The appeal of Superfly, who amps things up with a powerful voice
69	Let’s set off in the shining season.Matsuda Seiko		Seiko Matsuda’s 38th single draws attention at the Kōhaku music show.
70	Pure AsiaPUFFY		The moment the debut song “Hashiru” became a big hit
71	fairylandHamasaki Ayumi		Ayumi Hamasaki’s “fairyland” has a narrow vocal range and is easy to sing.
72	Happy Summer WeddingMōningu Musume.		For women in their 30s, the most popular was…
73	Love Dance SiteMōningu Musume.		Introducing Morning Musume’s classic hit “The☆Peace!”
74	Fortune Cookie in LoveAKB48		AKB48’s 32nd hit single, with Sashihara as the center
75	Body & SoulSPEED		SPEED’s hit songs delivered youthfulness and energy.
76	summer festivalWhiteberry		Summer festival cover song, a smash hit classic
77	happiness!!!Kimura Kaera		Kaela Kimura’s classic song “happiness!!!” is easy to sing.
78	I love you more than anyone.Furuchi Toko		Toko Furuuchi’s classic hit, neo-soul-style J-pop
79	I miss you so much, I want to see you.Nishino Kana		Queen of love songs, lyrics of pure love
80	PrayEvery Little Thing		Every Little Thing's signature song "Pray"
81	JupiterHirahara Ayaka		Make classic masterpieces moving through song
82	Unwavering WishTamura Naomi		Naomi Tamura scores a million-selling hit with a Magic Knight Rayearth song.
83	Midnight ShuffleKondō Masahiko		Masahiko Kondo’s signature songs, good for karaoke
84	Love, Day After TomorrowKuraki Mai		Introducing Mai Kuraki’s easy-to-sing hit songs
85	BLUE BIRDHamasaki Ayumi		Ayumi Hamasaki’s signature songs, high karaoke scores
86	Memories of Kujukuri BeachMi-Ke		90s drama theme song, group sounds-style track
87	YELLikimonogakari		A moving song that captures the feelings of youth.
88	CAN YOU CELEBRATE?Amuro Namie		Let's sing Namie Amuro's classic wedding songs
89	for a long timeKiroro		A nostalgic classic that depicts mature love
90	Chase the ChanceAmuro Namie		Namie Amuro’s hit songs, produced by Tetsuya Komuro
91	cherry (sweet cherry; cherry fruit)Otsuka Ai		Ai Otsuka’s smash hit becomes a cheer song for high school baseball