[March 2026] Trending Songs: A roundup of the hottest viral tracks right now
In Japan’s music scene—centered on J-pop—different songs and artists emerge each season.
The landscape changes rapidly, and it can be hard to keep up with what’s trending.
Still, there are times—like at karaoke or in conversation—when you might wish you knew the songs that are buzzing.
In this article, we introduce the latest popular Japanese tracks.
Alongside songs by leading artists driving the J-pop scene, we’ve also picked out theme songs from dramas and films, as well as tracks from buzzworthy newcomers.
Enjoy the current trends in music!
Playlist
| A trendy song | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| show_chart | Title | Playlist | Review |
| 1east | I love you explosivelyM!LK |  play_arrow | M!LK’s All-affirming Love Song |
| 2east | I want someone to tell me, “The moon is beautiful, isn’t it?”Kakizaki Yūta |  play_arrow | Dance-pop that portrays the anxieties of unrequited love |
| 3east | HYPNOTIZEXG |  play_arrow | Fantastical House Number Hypnotic Sensation |
| 4east | exposure; disclosure; revelationsyudou |  play_arrow | syudou's new song 'Exposure' sharply cuts through the city's lies |
| 5east | lulu.Mrs. GREEN APPLE |  play_arrow | Express the emotions of a journey with the Frieren opening theme |
| 6east | I don’t need it.Sakanakushon |  play_arrow | Sakanaction’s new song expresses contradictory emotions |
| 7east | RebellionSixTONES |  play_arrow | SixTONES 'Rebellion' drama theme song |
| 8east | Cold NightHANA |  play_arrow | HANA’s new song expresses her resolve as an anime theme song |
| 9east | CIRCESennaRin |  play_arrow | Insert song from a Gundam movie sung by SennaRin |
| 10east | Kotonoha – Kotonohatuki. |  play_arrow | A message song that portrays the power of words |
| 11east | Fashion Killa♡Aee! group |  play_arrow | A pop tune that symbolizes the album’s concept |
| 12east | Poisoning by a deleterious drug＝LOVE |  play_arrow | Produced by Rino Sashihara, =LOVE’s new song |
| 13east | Dreaming Prima DonnaCUTIE STREET |  play_arrow | CUTIE STREET's new song is hugely popular, with all shows sold out |
| 14east | STARSSnow Man |  play_arrow | STARS is the theme song of the Winter Olympics. |
| 15east | BANQUET BANGMAZZEL |  play_arrow | MAZZEL’s party tune song |
| 16east | TEST MEchanmina |  play_arrow | CHANMINA's OSHI NO KO theme song |
| 17east | An Essay on Incomplete MarriageDannie May |  play_arrow | Dannie May’s new song portrays the inner conflict over views on marriage |
| 18east | HAPPY BOUNCE BIRTHDAYCANDY TUNE |  play_arrow | CANDY TUNE’s blessing song |
| 19east | glintryūgūjō |  play_arrow | A fusion song of Ryugu Castle-style Kayokyoku and surf rock |
| 20east | Medianochezutto mayonaka de ii no ni. |  play_arrow | A song titled “Midnight” in Spanish |
| 21east | Lullaby (Prod. ALYSA)Reiko |  play_arrow | REIKO’s released track “Lullaby” is moving. |
| 22east | one secondSixTONES |  play_arrow | SixTONES cheer song for the Milan Olympics |
| 23east | MONTAGEM HIKARIBellyJay |  play_arrow | BellyJay releases a track that mixes Brazilian funk and phonk |
| 24east | Serenadenatori |  play_arrow | Natori to produce the Oshi no Ko ending theme |
| 25east | SWEET STEPSWEET STEADY |  play_arrow | SWEET STEADY's new song is super addictive |
| 26east | MadderYorushika |  play_arrow | A nostalgic rock number. The theme song for the feature film. |
| 27east | AIZOKing Gnu |  play_arrow | Jujutsu Kaisen, King Gnu’s high-energy track |
| 28east | STPR on STAGESTPR Creators |  play_arrow | Strawberry Prince's new song, a galaxy-themed pop track |
| 29east | Let’s dance!Snow Man |  play_arrow | Snow Man releases 'Odoroze!' on streaming platforms |
| 30east | Discomutant!CUTIE STREET |  play_arrow | Intercultural Exchange Disco between Aliens and Earthlings |
| 31east | 3XLNumber_i |  play_arrow | The first love song produced by Sho Hirano |
| 32east | AgainMr.Children |  play_arrow | Mr.Children’s new song is the theme song for a TV drama |
| 33east | vivariumAdo |  play_arrow | Ado’s new song “VIVARIUM” is a masterpiece linked to her autobiographical novel |
| 34east | crescendoM!LK |  play_arrow | A classic idol song produced by Hayato Sano |
| 35east | PROVANTSawanoHiroyuki[nZk]:Jean-Ken Johnny & TAKUMA | ![PROVANTSawanoHiroyuki[nZk]:Jean-Ken Johnny & TAKUMA](https://i.ytimg.com/vi/bQVMACYeCYs/default.jpg) play_arrow | Hiroyuki Sawano's new song is making waves |
| 36east | Mental Rentalmurasaki ima |  play_arrow | A heart wavering between one’s true self and one’s ideal |
| 37east | Jealous GirlSnow Man |  play_arrow | The appeal of distorted emotions hidden in pop lyrics |
| 38east | Immortal YouPerfume |  play_arrow | Perfume final song anime theme song |
| 39east | PurikyukyuCUTIE STREET |  play_arrow | A coming-of-age song singing the charms of purikura |
| 40east | Local LOVE feat. Maki GotoZORN |  play_arrow | A collaboration song by ZORN and Maki Goto |
| 41east | bashfulnessHey! Say! JUMP |  play_arrow | Hey! Say! JUMP’s classic love song |
| 42east | HARD WORKnaniwa danshi |  play_arrow | Naniwa Danshi’s 10th single, drama theme song |
| 43east | Punish and shinenakiso |  play_arrow | Nakiso's new song, with a highly addictive sound |
| 44east | Miss youshaitoopu |  play_arrow | An encouraging rock song by Chai Tope that gives you courage |
| 45east | This is just fine!WEST. |  play_arrow | A positive band-sound song |
| 46east | A Crescendo of Falling in LoveHinatazaka46 |  play_arrow | A love song by the 5th generation |
| 47east | TheaterKing&Prince |  play_arrow | A funky track set in a movie theater, a pleasant dance tune |
| 48east | Hill of HopeKing&Prince |  play_arrow | King & Prince's popular energy song is a huge hit. |
| 49east | Gods’ Play feat. Naomi WatanabeNakajima Kento |  play_arrow | Concept song of the divine play by Kento Nakajima and Naomi Watanabe |
| 50east | A Song Dedicated to the Worst YouYuuri |  play_arrow | Yuuri’s new song portrays the struggles of a heartbreaking love. |
| 51east | BABYYOASOBI |  play_arrow | A poignant song that portrays a love too deep for words |
| 52east | So in love I’m gonna perish!M!LK |  play_arrow | Love in full bloom! A love song with sharp, killer dance moves |
| 53east | Crashing WinnersVOLTACTION×3SKM |  play_arrow | A hot track featuring a NIJISANJI unit |
| 54east | LOVE 2000tsuru and kame |  play_arrow | Movie theme song, a cover of a dance-pop classic |
| 55east | Angel SeekAdo |  play_arrow | Ado’s new song: Rock that upholds justice |
| 56east | silkwormDECO*27 |  play_arrow | A DECO*27 Vocaloid song that portrays obsession and pure love |
| 57east | PuzzleIkuta Rira |  play_arrow | Theme song of a romance TV show, depicting feelings of love |
| 58east | BRAVE GROOVEiLiFE! |  play_arrow | Powerful music that affirms human vulnerability in the age of AI |
| 59east | ENDROLLKawakami Yohei [Alexandros]×SennaRin | ![ENDROLLKawakami Yohei [Alexandros]×SennaRin](https://i.ytimg.com/vi/rnbohJ1xS1s/default.jpg) play_arrow | A song collaborated on by Yohei Kawakami and SennaRin, used as an insert song in a Gundam movie |
| 60east | HIROYUKIMasato Hayashi |  play_arrow | Facing the past and moving forward |
| 61east | AdrenaYOASOBI |  play_arrow | An upbeat anime theme song about love and exhilaration |
| 62east | angina pectorisMrs. GREEN APPLE |  play_arrow | Expressing RADWIMPS’ iconic song with a soul-stirring arrangement |
| 63east | LILMATICLIL LEAGUE |  play_arrow | LIL LEAGUE’s new song “LILMATIC” is a fusion of classical music and hip-hop. |
| 64east | ray Ultra Princess Kaguya! Versionkaguya (cv. Natsuyoshi Yuuko), tsukimi yachiyo (cv. Hayami Saori) |  play_arrow | Ending theme song of The Tale of the Princess Kaguya movie |
| 65east | favorite songfumino |  play_arrow | A debut song that’s an uplifting cheer anthem |
| 66east | SanitizerOfisharu Higedan Dism |  play_arrow | Official HIGE DANDism, a song with a down-to-earth message |
| 67east | Cartoon girlKanaria |  play_arrow | Vocaloid producer Kanaria, emotional expression with GUMI |
| 68east | Only YouMAZZEL |  play_arrow | A gem of a love song that paints feelings for someone special |
| 69east | TOGE TOGEMON7A |  play_arrow | A high school singer makes their major debut |
| 70east | When our eyes metFRUITS ZIPPER |  play_arrow | Envisioning new dreams through an eyewear collaboration |
| 71east | The world has ended.Yuuri |  play_arrow | A moving song that conveys love through Yuuri’s powerful vocals |
| 72east | IBUMP OF CHICKEN |  play_arrow | An anthem of hope and struggle for My Hero Academia’s final season |
| 73east | TOKYO DRIFTONE OR EIGHT |  play_arrow | A high-velocity anthem from ONE OR EIGHT |
| 74east | Baumkuchen EndrollAme Ryou |  play_arrow | The emotional song “Baumkuchen” by Vocaloid producer Amela. |
| 75east | Because of loveSnow Man |  play_arrow | Snow Man: the deep emotion and resonance of their ballads |
| 76east | cliffhangerHinatazaka46 |  play_arrow | The moving song by Manami Ohno at center |
| 77east | MonsterDa-iCE |  play_arrow | A dynamic, high-energy opening theme by Da-iCE |
| 78east | Mischievous AngelSnow Man |  play_arrow | Drama theme song with an adult jazz vibe |
| 79east | dew; (also) Russia (abbr., old usage); exposure/revelation; bare/naked; dewdrop; transient/ephemeralSiip |  play_arrow | Siip's new song, a track that resonates with the heart |
| 80east | Wimarma Sagashigure ui |  play_arrow | Shigure Ui's creative activities |
| 81east | Laughing and falling downHanbaato Hanbaato |  play_arrow | The theme song of the NHK morning drama “Bakebake” resonates with the heart. |
| 82east | DEAD CENTER feat. LiSAREOL |  play_arrow | A powerful song collaborated with LiSA, a fiery feeling |
| 83east | Playing at being immortalPinokio P |  play_arrow | PinocchioP “Immortal Pretend” — a dance tune themed around putting on a brave face |
| 84east | XTCNakajima Kento |  play_arrow | Kento Nakajima’s album: Light and Shadow Painted with a Mask |
| 85east | I’m Choco♡chou tokimeki sendenbu |  play_arrow | A song that conveys feelings by fully becoming chocolate |
| 86east | Complete victory Love & Good!iLiFE! |  play_arrow | Positive Rock, a victory-cheer theme |
| 87east | Sighting! Teto XXXI 🎉🎃🧟harokeru |  play_arrow | A fun Halloween-themed Vocaloid song |
| 88east | clockSakamoto Maaya |  play_arrow | Maaya Sakamoto writes and performs the theme song for FGO’s final chapter. |
| 89east | My Past Life, Many Lifetimes AgoVaundy |  play_arrow | A remake of “Zenzenzense” presented by Vaundy |
| 90east | A Lump of LoveDOMOTO |  play_arrow | DOMOTO restarts and announces a self-cover song |
| 91east | streetlightBE:FIRST |  play_arrow | A hopeful song that portrays the preciousness of everyday life |
| 92east | By the side on a moonlit nightUru |  play_arrow | Uru’s 17th single, a theme song that resonates with the heart |
| 93east | Sensation SeasonSuda Masaki |  play_arrow | Masaki Suda’s music: timeless songs that resonate with the heart |
| 94east | by all means; no matter what; at any costback number |  play_arrow | A classic song that portrays a passionate love for sports |
| 95east | Picaresque heroano |  play_arrow | Anime theme song that showcases ano’s unique individuality |
| 96east | It’s hard to believe at first.natori |  play_arrow | Natori's rock resurgence expresses the confusion of love. |
| 97east | Welcome To Our Show TonightTravis Japan |  play_arrow | Create an extraordinary experience with Nordic and Japanese big bands |
| 98east | Odoru Pompoko RinAdo |  play_arrow | Ado covers the theme song of Chibi Maruko-chan |
| 99east | Song of dawnjo0ji |  play_arrow | The ending theme of Jujutsu Kaisen is moving. |
| 100east | The Story of Usmilet |  play_arrow | Frieren’s ending theme is moving. |
| 101east | Not allowed BoomChroNoiR |  play_arrow | ChroNoiR’s popular music is captivating. |
| 102east | AgainAee! group |  play_arrow | Aぇ! group’s passionate cheer song |
| 103east | ioliteEVE |  play_arrow | New Pokémon anime opening theme, Light of Hope |
| 104east | Intro “Soul Quake”watson |  play_arrow | A soul-stirring new song from Watson, hailing from Tokushima |
| 105east | cell phoneDISH// |  play_arrow | A heartfelt yearning for connection |
| 106east | MelomeraiLiFE! |  play_arrow | A passionate love song, iLiFE!’s impetuous track |
| 107east | Exclusive fighter≠ME |  play_arrow | A tale of inner conflict and self-transformation |
| 108east | August, someone, moonlightYorushika |  play_arrow | The emotions and sense of urgency of a young man quitting music |
| 109east | Arm yourself with theoryHatsuboshi Gakuen |  play_arrow | A rock song that portrays the emotions and will of the rainy-night swallow |
| 110east | faint noseKitanitatsuya feat. BABYMETA |  play_arrow | BABYMETAL’s opening theme for “Hell’s Paradise” is a powerful track. |
| 111east | Anniversary of loving you every daykyururin tte shite mite |  play_arrow | A catchy song that portrays the joy of love |
| 112east | Amazing!!!!!!SixTONES |  play_arrow | SixTONES' legendary live track is included for the first time |
| 113east | My respectNogizaka 46 |  play_arrow | A refreshing track brimming with respect and hope in the new regime |
| 114east | Qiu & Kagepiinata |  play_arrow | Expressing loneliness and conflict through abstract mathematical symbols |
| 115east | GaiaSiip |  play_arrow | Siip's mythic music invites you into the extraordinary. |
| 116east | Disco BabyTravis Japan |  play_arrow | Disco culture revival: a timeless musical journey |
| 117east | PresentINI |  play_arrow | A romantic dance-pop song that paints a winter scene |
| 118east | LinariaChroNoiR |  play_arrow | A medium ballad song by a VTuber duo |
| 119east | SophieAve Mujica |  play_arrow | A symbolic musical experience of celestial bodies and destiny |
| 120east | And I Love You So 2026 RemasteredAK-69 |  play_arrow | AK-69’s 30th anniversary: classic hits reconstructed in a modern style |
| 121east | Never Romanticnaniwa danshi |  play_arrow | Naniwa Danshi’s love song, overflowing with happiness |
| 122east | The calling voiceVaundy |  play_arrow | A soul-stirring song infused with the feelings of an eighteen-year-old |
| 123east | MAGICAdo |  play_arrow | Cat’s Eye new opening theme fuses retro vibes with modern music |
| 124east | RIDEONE N’ ONLY |  play_arrow | An open, reggaeton-rhythm track |
| 125east | tremoloYonezu Kenshi |  play_arrow | A cover song that highlights a deep admiration for RADWIMPS |
| 126east | Make Me WonderOfisharu Higedan Dism |  play_arrow | Higedan’s fiery rock theme song |
| 127east | Only bots / Nothing but botsfantomu shiitaa |  play_arrow | Expressing the anxieties of love in a retro-style disco |
| 128east | PlaysicYorushika |  play_arrow | Yorushika’s exhilarating yet wistful song |
| 129east | Interruption to my walkiyowa |  | Vocaloid song, a walk, and feelings for someone special |
| 130east | Casket GirlFuji Kaze |  play_arrow | Fujii Kaze’s new song depicts the will to be set free. |
| 131east | What is purity?Nogizaka 46 |  play_arrow | A lyrical love song by the under members |
| 132east | I Want You BackBE:FIRST |  play_arrow | A Motown classic with a unique arrangement |
| 133east | roarTomonari Sora |  play_arrow | Ending theme song of the anime 'Kingdom' |
| 134east | Dream ClimbingiLiFE! |  play_arrow | A powerful anthem that portrays the challenge toward a dream |
| 135east | LAVALAVANumber_i |  play_arrow | A bittersweet love drive tune racing through the night |
| 136east | KISSIMP. |  play_arrow | IMP.'s mysterious love dance track |
| 137east | Hypnosisyūri |  play_arrow | Game music, a fantasy song sung by Yuuri |
| 138east | The wintry wind does not cry.Sakurazaka46 |  play_arrow | A poignant song by center Aiki Taniguchi that gives courage |
| 139east | Venus beltaimyon |  play_arrow | A bittersweet love song inspired by the Venus Belt |
| 140east | Jupiter feat. Koshi InabaFukuyama Masaharu |  play_arrow | Masaharu Fukuyama’s movie theme song, a moving love ballad |
| 141east | Love song foreverVaundy |  play_arrow | A powerful rock song that portrays hope and love |
| 142east | NON STOPHANA |  play_arrow | A song that expresses HANA’s dream and the journey of one year |
| 143east | That is a fairy.Boku ga mitakatta aozora |  play_arrow | Record Award in the first year of debut, The Story of the Blue Sky |
| 144east | Great personVaundy |  play_arrow | A song of courage to overcome setbacks and face forward |
| 145east | Portrait of a MaidenREOL |  play_arrow | An ’80s idol-style song about two sides—the front and the back |
| 146east | dead endHoshino Gen |  play_arrow | Gen Hoshino’s movie theme song portrays mature love and loss |
| 147east | To the futureT.N.T |  play_arrow | High school soccer cheering song: supporting the bonds of teammates and their dreams |
| 148east | Kimi-sen!iLiFE! |  play_arrow | A love song and cheer anthem that expresses feelings for my/our favorite idol |
| 149east | True LoveINI |  play_arrow | A movie theme song—an adolescent anthem that captures the feeling of love |
| 150east | My PrincessROIROM |  play_arrow | Love Song on Christmas Night |
| 151east | kyun-kawa life≠ME |  play_arrow | A positive song by an idol group |
| 152east | Back to Life&TEAM |  play_arrow | An energetic song about overcoming setbacks and moving forward |
| 153east | &JoyKis-my-ft2 |  play_arrow | 15th debut anniversary, a song that enjoys small happiness |
| 154east | BuddhaMiyamoto Hiroji |  play_arrow | A moving song sung by Miyamoto of Elekashi |
| 155east | Countdown LoveI’m a Cutie Finder |  play_arrow | A new song from iM@S SP: a fresh, innocent love song |