Recommended Japanese pop songs for karaoke for men in their 30s
Choosing the right songs for karaoke is pretty important, isn’t it?
I’ve agonized over it many times myself.
So this time, I’ve put together a curated list of karaoke songs that will definitely hype up any group of guys in their 30s—just what you’ve been looking for!
Hope you find it helpful.
Use it in all kinds of situations!
Playlist
| Recommended Japanese pop songs for karaoke for men in their 30s | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| show_chart | Title | Playlist | Review |
| 1east | My Dear EllieSazan Ōrusutāzu |  play_arrow | A classic ballad by Southern All Stars |
| 2east | AgainMr.Children |  play_arrow | Reboot theme song: new Mr. Children track |
| 3east | It’s love.V6 |  play_arrow | A classic by V6, rhythmic with attractive high notes. |
| 4east | Tomorrow never knowsMr.Children |  play_arrow | Mr.Children’s heartwarming smash hit song |
| 5east | IRIS OUTYonezu Kenshi |  play_arrow | Kenshi Yonezu’s hit song from the anime Chainsaw Man |
| 6east | A flower that blooms only hereKobukuro |  play_arrow | The courage to express your feelings without shyness |
| 7east | LOSERYonezu Kenshi |  play_arrow | Kenshi Yonezu’s “LOSER”: the appeal lies in its positive, forward-looking lyrics |
| 8east | Bacchi DancerDOES |  play_arrow | DOES’s signature song “Bacchi Dancer” |
| 9east | universal gravitationFukuyama Masaharu |  play_arrow | Masaharu Fukuyama’s new song “Universal Gravitation”: beware of the vocal range |
| 10east | balladKetsumeishi |  play_arrow | Ketsumeishi’s ballads are captivating! |
| 11east | You pure motherfuckersKishidan |  play_arrow | Kishidan releases first single in five years, a TV drama theme song |
| 12east | HONEYL’Arc〜en〜Ciel |  play_arrow | L’Arc〜en〜Ciel’s “HONEY” is a masterpiece. |
| 13south_east | LieShido |  play_arrow | The signature song of visual kei rock, 'Uso' ('Lie') |
| 14south_east | Feelin’ great! 〜Nothing But Something〜DA PUMP |  play_arrow | Proving the wide range of DA PUMP’s musicality |
| 15south_east | riceDISH// |  play_arrow | DISH//'s song for men in their 30s, 'Gohan' (Rice) |
| 16south_east | Shanghai HoneyORANGE RANGE |  play_arrow | The classic hit by ORANGE RANGE, “Shanghai Honey” |
| 17south_east | CultureKitanitatsuya |  play_arrow | Tatsuya Kitani’s “Culture” is outstanding. |
| 18south_east | MelissaPorunogurafiti |  play_arrow | Melissa, the famous song by Porno Graffitti |
| 19south_east | Youthful AmigoShūji to Akira |  play_arrow | Seishun Amigo passionately sung by Yamapi and Kamenashi |
| 20south_east | I want to be kinder.Saitō Kazuyoshi |  play_arrow | Kazuyoshi Saito’s classic “Yasashiku Naritai,” a masterpiece filled with hope |
| 21south_east | Stellar DaysHata Motohiro |  play_arrow | The anime theme song “Stellar Days” is a masterpiece. |
| 22east | Farewell, tearsKetsumeishi |  play_arrow | A boss encouraging a subordinate at karaoke |
| 23south_east | Killer tune!Oizumi Yo |  play_arrow | A refreshing song used in karaoke commercials |
| 24south_east | Someday, in a world of nothingnessmakaroni enpitsu |  play_arrow | Introduction to Popular Songs by Macaroni Enpitsu |
| 25south_east | single bedSha ran Q |  play_arrow | Sharam Q, a million-selling hit song from 1994 |
| 26south_east | ChinatownYazawa Eikichi |  play_arrow | Eikichi Yazawa’s refreshing, summer-friendly karaoke song |
| 27east | OrangeSMAP |  play_arrow | As a leading idol representing Johnny’s, he had firmly… |
| 28east | protagonistSUPER BEAVER |  play_arrow | SUPER BEAVER’s “Shujinkō” chosen as the 2025 theme song for Mezamashi TV |
| 29east | Goodbye, Regretkururi |  play_arrow | Kururi's poignant autumn classic resonates with the heart. |
| 30east | Love Story Comes SuddenlyOda Kazumasa |  play_arrow | A famous song that was the theme of Tokyo Love Story |
| 31east | Hungry SpiderMakihara Noriyuki |  play_arrow | Noriyuki Makihara's Latin song is the theme song for the drama |
| 32east | Parting CitySuzuki Masayuki |  play_arrow | An urbane breakup song where saxophone and vocals blend together |
| 33east | Snow TrainMaekawa Kiyoshi |  play_arrow | Happiness with winter sake and oden |
| 34east | Shadows of YouthZaitsu Kazuo |  play_arrow | Seishun no Kage is a proposal song to the woman he loves |
| 35east | First loveMurashita Kōzō |  play_arrow | Conveying first love feelings through a message song |
| 36east | swallowtail butterflyPorno Graffitti |  play_arrow | Pornograffitti's signature song 'Agêhachō' (Swallowtail Butterfly) |
| 37east | Man and WomanCHAGE and ASKA |  play_arrow | Men and women are an adult, attractive song |
| 38east | LOOP ~One of the BE:ST-03 RYUHEI~RYUHEI |  play_arrow | RYUHEI’s solo song is centered on low notes and is easy to sing. |
| 39east | It’s love, right?wacci |  play_arrow | Enjoyable singing practice for men with low voices |
| 40east | budKobukuro |  play_arrow | Kobukuro’s “Tsubomi” is a masterpiece, and the harmonies are wonderful. |
| 41east | gazeSUPER BEAVER |  play_arrow | SUPER BEAVER's songs are easy to sing in a low register. |
| 42east | StargazeSixTONES |  play_arrow | SixTONES “Stargaze,” a song by Yojiro Noda |
| 43east | Lost itemKitanitatsuya |  play_arrow | The characteristics of Tatsuya Kitani’s low vocals and singing |
| 44east | Endless road19 |  play_arrow | Folk duo 19, a song with a strong rock flavor |
| 45east | Artificial flowers laughACIDMAN |  play_arrow | ACIDMAN's smash-hit song 'Artificial Flowers Laugh' |
| 46east | greenCHEHON |  play_arrow | The gentle reggae song, “Midori” by CHEHON |
| 47east | DepartureFUNKY MONKEY BABYS |  play_arrow | The classic song “Tabidachi” by FUNKY MONKEY BABYS |
| 48east | Song of JoyMONGOL800 |  play_arrow | The reggae-style song by MONGOL800, “Yorokobi no Uta.” |
| 49east | Be kind to othersTHE BLUE HEARTS |  play_arrow | Sing without an intro and watch your breathing! |
| 50east | The beauties of nature — flowers, birds, wind, and the moon (a poetic expression appreciating nature’s elegance)Ketsumeishi |  play_arrow | Ketsumeishi’s approachable hip-hop song |
| 51east | If I sing to the sky175R |  play_arrow | 175R's signature song “Sora ni Utaeba” is an impressive track. |
| 52east | choB-DASH |  play_arrow | Enjoy the sound of B-DASH’s unique songs |
| 53east | Rhyme Wave Phrase DisciplesCHEHON |  play_arrow | CHEHON's hit song is popular on THE FIRST TAKE |
| 54east | GO!!!FLOW |  play_arrow | NARUTO theme song, a thrilling, fast-paced classic |
| 55east | Thank you!!HOME MADE kazoku |  play_arrow | HOME MADE 家族's 'Thank You!!', anime theme song |
| 56east | Ms. SeptemberRADWIMPS |  play_arrow | Calm songs by RADWIMPS with an easy-to-sing vocal range |
| 57east | A third of pure-hearted feelingsSIAM SHADE |  play_arrow | A signature song by SIAM SHADE, an anime theme song |
| 58east | Hold me, señoritaYamashita Tomohisa |  play_arrow | The appeal of Yamapi’s first solo song, “Daite Señorita” |
| 59east | In the Morning of DeterminationAqua Timez |  play_arrow | A song with gentle, heart-touching lyrics that cheers you on in life |
| 60east | Beyond a thousand nightsAqua Timez |  play_arrow | A famous ballad popular as an anime theme song |
| 61east | sailing dayBUMP OF CHICKEN |  play_arrow | The masterpiece from their first anime tie-in, “sailing day” |
| 62east | A Tiny Bit of CourageFUNKY MONKEY BABYS |  play_arrow | “A tiny bit of courage,” a famous song of success |
| 63east | confessionFUNKY MONKEY BABYS |  play_arrow | Eiichiro Funakoshi’s “Confession” is a song of youth. |
| 64east | Theory of the Mindful HeartRADWIMPS |  play_arrow | The Appeal of RADWIMPS’s Signature Song “Yūshinron” |
| 65east | Paradise BabyRIP SLYME |  play_arrow | RIP SLYME’s restart has thirty-somethings thrilled |
| 66east | GuaranaSukima Suichi |  play_arrow | The appeal of Sukima Switch’s classic song “Garana.” |
| 67east | far; distant; by farsupittsu |  play_arrow | Tips for mastering Spitz’s classic song “Haruka” |
| 68east | Surfing JohnnyKuwata Keisuke |  play_arrow | 'Naminori Johnny' is a masterpiece and one of Keisuke Kuwata's signature songs. |
| 69east | When the cherry blossoms bloomFujimaki Ryota |  play_arrow | Ryota Fujimaki's 'Sakura no Hana ga Saku Koro' is easy to sing. |
| 70east | I want to shout that I love you.BAAD |  play_arrow | BAAD’s Slam Dunk theme song is popular |
| 71east | From inside the windowBUMP OF CHICKEN |  play_arrow | BUMP OF CHICKEN’s low-key rock song |
| 72east | Song of the WheelsBUMP OF CHICKEN |  play_arrow | A popular song themed around parting and reunion |
| 73east | PIECES OF A DREAMCHEMISTRY |  play_arrow | CHEMISTRY’s debut song that portrays youthful dreams and frustrations |
| 74east | innocent worldMr.Children |  play_arrow | Explanation of Mr. Children’s 1994 smash hit song |
| 75east | A flower now blooming toward the sunNOBU |  play_arrow | A flower facing the sun, a self-cheering song |
| 76east | ~asterisk~ORANGE RANGE |  play_arrow | ORANGE RANGE’s signature song, Hoshi to Negai |
| 77east | Ooochie KoochieOoochie Koochie |  play_arrow | A song featuring captivating low-register vocals |
| 78east | Until the world endsWANDS |  play_arrow | WANDS’s nostalgic classic songs are karaoke standards |
| 79east | Christmas songback number |  play_arrow | back number’s winter love song |
| 80east | From Me to Youflumpool |  play_arrow | A famous song by flumpool that sings about feelings for a loved one |
| 81east | Banzai ~ So glad I loved you ~Urufuruzu |  play_arrow | A rock song by Ulfuls that sings about love |
| 82east | the red threadKobukuro |  play_arrow | A love ballad that overcomes the rut and looks forward |
| 83east | TSUNAMISazan Ōrusutāzu |  play_arrow | A representative song by Southern All Stars with a heartbreak theme |
| 84east | A street corner where even lovers get wetNakamura Masatoshi |  play_arrow | Masatoshi Nakamura scored a huge hit with a rumba-style love song |
| 85east | scabChi-wata Hidenori |  play_arrow | Hidenori Chiwata's Kasabuta is a masterpiece |
| 86east | Sync Of SummerYamashita Tatsuro |  play_arrow | Tatsuro Yamashita releases a new summer single |
| 87east | Glass BoyYamashita Tatsuro |  play_arrow | Glass Boy is a big hit song by KinKi Kids |
| 88east | Night SeaKuwana Masahiro |  play_arrow | Masahiro Kuwana’s “Yoru no Umi” is recommended. |
| 89east | The White LoversKuwata Keisuke |  play_arrow | Keisuke Kuwata seventh single, released in October 2001 |
| 90east | White LoversKuwata Keisuke |  play_arrow | Keisuke Kuwata’s winter love song |
| 91east | At all times.Makihara Noriyuki |  play_arrow | A signature work by Noriyuki Makihara. A classic song about being yourself. |
| 92east | Cheering Song feat. MOOMINShonan no Kaze |  play_arrow | Don't give up on your dreams with Shonan no Kaze's fight song |
| 93east | SakurazakaFukuyama Masaharu |  play_arrow | Masaharu Fukuyama's classic song 'Sakurazaka' is easy to sing. |
| 94east | Long versionInagaki Junichi |  play_arrow | Junichi Inagaki’s classic song “Long Version” |
| 95east | Goodbye ElegySuda Masaki |  play_arrow | Masaki Suda’s “Sayonara Elegy” is a karaoke song for people in their 30s. |
| 96east | FlowerFuji Kaze |  play_arrow | Fujii Kaze’s signature song, with deep lyrics that touch the heart. |
| 97east | TRUE LOVEFujii Fumiya |  play_arrow | Fumiya Fujii’s signature song, True Love |
| 98east | PrayerNagabuchi Tsuyoshi |  play_arrow | Tsuyoshi Nagabuchi’s signature song “Inori” is a gentle love song. |
| 99east | Sky of OblivionSADS |  play_arrow | A masterpiece that portrays loneliness and self-reliance |
| 100east | Limited Expressyuzu |  play_arrow | Yuzu’s Super Express is the theme song of Ainori. |
| 101east | Premonition of Loveanzenchitai |  | Representative song of Anzen Chitai, “Koi no Yokan” |
| 102east | telepathy; tacit understanding (literally: ‘heart-to-heart communication’)19 |  play_arrow | 19 folk hit songs that get the crowd going at karaoke |
| 103east | I want to see youGACKT |  play_arrow | GACKT’s classic song “Kimi ni Aitakute”... |
| 104south_east | astronomical observationBUMP OF CHICKEN |  play_arrow | A catchy song, stargazing, full of a sense of speed |
| 105south_east | A man’s heart is as changeable as autumn weather.Gōruden Bonbā |  play_arrow | As you can tell from the title, with autumn as the theme... |
| 106south_east | KanadeSukima Suichi |  play_arrow | To the person who once chose to end our long-distance relationship... |
| 107south_east | Eine KleineYonezu Kenshi |  play_arrow | The moist, soothing singing voice is refreshing and hugely popular in the U.S.… |
| 108south_east | I miss youBEGIN |  play_arrow | While firmly preserving Okinawa’s musical character, the pop… |
| 109south_east | rayBUMP OF CHICKEN |  play_arrow | With the hit of “Astronomical Observation,” Japanese pop… |
| 110south_east | Lovers AgainEXILE |  play_arrow | A sound that makes full use of catchy melodies… |
| 111south_east | With all my loveGACKT |  play_arrow | Established their position as a top-tier celebrity and… |
| 112south_east | The wind that thinks of youHY |  play_arrow | A sound brimming with the flavor of youth, gently familiar and... |
| 113south_east | I want to hug you.Mr.Children |  play_arrow | ...refined vocal work and the band’s sense of musicianship... |
| 114south_east | Perfect-Sense DreamerONE OK ROCK |  play_arrow | Refined band work with an international flair... |
| 115south_east | Lion HeartSMAP |  play_arrow | With a catchy melody and a strong sense of individuality... |
| 116south_east | I will love you for the next 100 years.Sonar Pocket |  play_arrow | Depictions aimed at deep romance with an upbeat mood… |
| 117south_east | Phantom PainT.M.Revolution |  play_arrow | Japanese pop music, shaped by a unique sense/style, … |
| 118south_east | Baby, I love youTEE |  play_arrow | An overwhelmingly commanding presence with a melody line that lingers in your ears... |
| 119south_east | Look over here.WEAVER |  play_arrow | No sooner had they emerged as a new-generation artist than… |
| 120east | Forever LoveX JAPAN |  play_arrow | Piercing vocals and an overwhelming chorus... |
| 121south_east | loveback number |  play_arrow | While lifting the mood with a sense of exhilarating speed in the sound... |
| 122south_east | Flameflumpool |  play_arrow | A person with an outstandingly refreshing melody and sense of sound... |
| 123south_east | A Premonition of BeginningsKetsumeishi |  play_arrow | They have firmly established their popularity with a pop and catchy sound... |
| 124south_east | MissingKubota Toshinobu |  play_arrow | Has produced many works with a funky flavor... |
| 125south_east | AlwaysMitsunaga Ryota |  play_arrow | Sparkling synths glide over a danceable house beat… |
| 126south_east | NonfictionHirai Ken |  play_arrow | Adult, sexy, and husky with a mature, nurturing charm… |
| 127south_east | Ballad of a SingerSaitō Kazuyoshi |  play_arrow | It also enjoys outstanding popularity as a karaoke song... |
| 128south_east | The thing I wanted mostMakihara Noriyuki |  play_arrow | Deep vocal texture and clearly articulated production… |
| 129south_east | cherry blossomKawaguchi Kyogo |  play_arrow | Sophisticated vocal work that matches the spring season… |
| 130south_east | HomeShimizu Shota |  play_arrow | A gentle melody refines the heart to a sublime sharpness… |
| 131south_east | Driver’s HighL’Arc〜en〜Ciel |  play_arrow | If you’re going for a summer drive, this is the one song to listen to!… |
| 132south_east | HANABIMr.Children |  play_arrow | Even among Mr.Children’s songs, it’s still ca... |
| 133south_east | My Past Life, Many Lifetimes AgoRADWIMPS |  play_arrow | It’s RADWIMPS’s biggest hit song, and now everyone… |
| 134south_east | fireworksSandaime Jē Sōru Burazāzu fromu Eguzairu Toraibu |  play_arrow | Sandaime J Soul Brothers, known for their seductive vocals… |
| 135south_east | water lily blossomShonan no Kaze |  play_arrow | Swinging towels around during a live performance… |
| 136south_east | On the hill where the moon is visible tonightB’z |  play_arrow | Position as a leading artist representing Japan… |
| 137south_east | Way Of DifferenceGLAY |  play_arrow | An upbeat band sound and high quality… |
| 138south_east | SaudadePorno Graffitti |  play_arrow | Catchy melodies with distinctive vocals… |
| 139south_east | OneRIP SLYME |  play_arrow | RIP SLYME, who are popular even in living rooms (among the general public)… |
| 140south_east | cotton candyback number |  play_arrow | Specializing in a band style full of exhilarating speed… |
| 141south_east | the four seasonsw-inds. |  play_arrow | As a youthful, danceable unit, DA … |
| 142south_east | Like tonight’s moonElefanto Kashimashi |  play_arrow | Glamorous and moody finish, with a sense of comfort… |
| 143south_east | Osmanthus flowerskinmokusei |  play_arrow | It fits perfectly with content that has a seasonal feel… |
| 144south_east | meteorKobukuro |  play_arrow | Quality backed by overwhelming vocal prowess... |
| 145south_east | Blue BenchSasuke |  play_arrow | A song with relatable lyrics that lifts the mood... |
| 146east | Street-corner TwilightShaneruzu |  play_arrow | The unique character exudes a mature, sophisticated coolness... |
| 147south_east | Golden MoonSuga Shikao |  play_arrow | A catchy yet deeply layered worldview... |
| 148south_east | Harmony at Summer’s EndInoue Yosui & Anzen Chitai |  play_arrow | Sophisticated vocal work and stylish… |
| 149south_east | wandererOkuda Tamio |  play_arrow | A mood with a wistful, rugged coolness and high sense of style… |
| 150south_east | homeKiyama Yusaku |  play_arrow | A singer who shot to stardom thanks to a TV show… |
| 151south_east | The End of SummerMoriyama Naotaro |  play_arrow | With overwhelming vocal ability and an artistic sense… |
| 152south_east | In the season of wind and falling leavesKawaguchi Kyogo |  play_arrow | With highly skilled vocal work and a sense of mood... |
| 153south_east | ginkgoYūsuke |  play_arrow | With lyrics and vocal phrasing that are outstanding, almost like something for children... |
| 154south_east | R.Y.U.S.E.I.Sandaime Jē Sōru Burazāzu fromu Eguzairu Toraibu |  play_arrow | The third-generation J Soul Br…, which is highly popular among women |
| 155south_east | if…DA PUMP |  play_arrow | Incorporate a hip-hop sensibility into a ballad… |
| 156south_east | secret base ~What You Gave Me~ZONE |  play_arrow | This is also one of the classic summer karaoke numbers... |
| 157south_east | distant silhouetteCHEMISTRY |  play_arrow | Earning high praise with a stunning performance... |
| 158south_east | World of AzureRemioromen |  | Gentle vocals and a sound that enhances the overall listening comfort… |
| 159east | Eternal Full MoonYamashita Tatsuro |  play_arrow | Funky-style vocal sensibility and f... |
| 160east | End of SummerShimizu Shota |  play_arrow | To the popular singer-songwriter, Shota Shimizu... |
| 161south_east | Melancholy CasablancaGō Hiromi |  play_arrow | Energetic vocal work and charisma… |
| 162south_east | A Little Love SongMONGOL800 |  play_arrow | Introduction to MONGOL800’s signature songs |
| 163south_east | Mary Janetsunoda☆hiro |  play_arrow | Introduction to Hiro Tsunoda’s “Mary Jane” |
| 164south_east | KanadeSukima Suichi | play_arrow | A breakup song by Sukima Switch. Hearts connected. |
| 165south_east | Song of Springsupittsu |  play_arrow | A song of hope that survives the winter and welcomes spring |
| 166south_east | Goodbye dayKisugi Takao |  play_arrow | Takao Kisugi's adult love song |
| 167south_east | Promise of SunflowersHata Motohiro |  play_arrow | Make up with a promise of sunflowers |
| 168south_east | Love is a mirageGam |  play_arrow | Gamu’s debut song “Ai wa Kagerou” (Love Is a Heat Haze) |
| 169south_east | To say goodbyebiriibanban |  | Expressing gratitude with Billy BanBan’s classic song |
| 170south_east | The Last ExcuseTokunaga Hideaki |  | Make up with your lover with Tokunaga Hideaki’s famous song |
| 171south_east | Life is BeautifulASIAN KUNG-FU GENERATION |  play_arrow | Asian Kung-Fu Generation latest work |
| 172south_east | sumire。haji→ |  play_arrow | As a new-generation vocalist, catchy and pop... |
| 173south_east | silhouetteKANA-BOON |  play_arrow | Appeal with an element of surprise using KANA-BOON’s refreshing song |
| 174south_east | SUNHoshino Gen |  play_arrow | Feel refreshed and invigorated with Gen Hoshino’s SUN |
| 175south_east | Close your eyesHirai Ken |  play_arrow | Ken Hirai's 'Hitomi wo Tojite' is a chick-magnet song. |