Heisei-era hit songs gaining popularity on TikTok
On TikTok, which is especially popular among Gen Z, it’s not just the latest hits—songs from the Heisei era have been drawing attention too.
In this article, we’ll round up Heisei-era tracks that have enjoyed a revival thanks to TikTok.
You can enjoy them while indulging in nostalgia, or listen while recalling the commercials and dramas of the time—highly recommended.
From videos that use the original tracks to singing covers and dance clips, enjoy the wide range of creative takes.
Why not give these Heisei-era songs—beloved across generations—another listen?
Playlist
| Heisei-era hit songs gaining popularity on TikTok | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| show_chart | Title | Playlist | Review |
| 1east | SaudadePorunogurafiti |  play_arrow | As Porno Graffitti’s 4th single... |
| 2east | tropical nightRIP SLYME |  play_arrow | As a song that vividly colors midsummer nights with allure, RIP… |
| 3east | KissORIGINAL LOVE |  play_arrow | An artist representing the Shibuya-kei sound, OR… |
| 4east | Timing ~Timing~Burakku Bisukettsu |  play_arrow | Black Biscuits' 'Timing' is drawing renewed attention |
| 5east | cherry (sweet cherry; cherry fruit)Otsuka Ai |  play_arrow | A classic song that sings of bittersweet first love. When it was released… |
| 6east | A Little Love SongMONGOL800 |  play_arrow | The rock band from Okinawa, MONGOL80… |
| 7east | I’ll be by your side.Aoyama Teruma ft. SoulJa |  play_arrow | An R&B-style song that portrays a heartrending love story... |
| 8east | Roco LotionORANGE RANGE |  play_arrow | The go-to summer song that can get you in a super hyped mood, ‘Lo…’ |
| 9east | Heart Throbsnobobyknows̟+ |  play_arrow | A light, upbeat rhythm and a catchy melody are imp… |
| 10east | Marunouchi SadisticShiina Ringo |  play_arrow | A signature work by Ringo Sheena, whose distinctive worldview is so compelling… |
| 11east | Heisei MaidenMINMI |  play_arrow | For those looking for a reggae song in Kansai dialect, your eyes… |
| 12east | God of RomanceHirose Kōmi |  play_arrow | A nostalgic-sounding song is trending on TikTok... |
| 13east | Odoru-LoopFurederikku |  play_arrow | An irresistibly addictive me… that makes your body start moving before you know it |
| 14east | Sign of LovePUFFY |  play_arrow | There are many songs that sing about love, but this kind of love… |
| 15east | GO FOR IT !!Nishino Kana |  play_arrow | The refreshing song released by Kana Nishino in July 2012… |
| 16east | Fashion bossORANGE RANGE |  play_arrow | Once you hear it, it sticks in your head—uproariously bright... |
| 17east | Slow & EasyHirai Dai |  play_arrow | Hirai Dai, known for his gentle, memorable ukulele tones... |
| 18east | But IGesu no Kiwami Otome. |  play_arrow | Gesu Otome’s songs are intensely emotional and fierce music. |