[Nostalgic & Latest] A Special Feature on Anime Songs Recommended for People in Their 20s
Anime, a cornerstone of Japanese culture, is beloved not only by children but also by adults, and it’s highly regarded overseas too! Along with anime itself, the theme songs that play during openings and endings—known as anison—are appreciated not just in Japan but around the world.
So this time, we’ve gathered a wide selection of anison, from nostalgic tracks recommended for people in their 20s to the latest hits! You’ll find memorable songs you listened to as a child as well as popular new tracks, so be sure to read to the end! You might even find one of your favorite songs or a tune that brings back memories.
Now, let’s get started!
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[Nostalgic & New] A Major Anime Song Feature Recommended for People in Their 20s (91–100)
ironyClariS
ClariS’s debut single “irony” became a work that stayed in many people’s hearts.
Gaining popularity through its tie-in with the anime “Ore no Imouto ga Konna ni Kawaii Wake ga Nai” (Oreimo), the song’s lyrics, which express the feelings of teenage girls, resonated with a wide audience.
Since its release in October 2010, it has maintained a high position on the Oricon charts.
The transparent, pure vocals of the two members of ClariS are particularly memorable.
It’s a track we especially recommend to anyone who’s struggling to be honest with their feelings.
Togetherakiyoshi fumie
Fumie Akiyoshi’s lively vocals make this a pop tune that hints at the start of an adventure.
Its powerful message—that you can overcome any hardship as long as you’re with your friends—comes through clearly.
Fans will also love the clever touch of weaving familiar game moves and item names into the lyrics.
Released in November 2006, this song served as the opening theme for the anime Pokémon Diamond & Pearl and was beloved by fans for an impressive 94 episodes.
Its sound lifts your spirits and gives a push to anyone about to take on a new challenge.
It’s the kind of energetic track you’ll want to hear when setting off on a journey or when you want to feel the bonds with your friends.
Crimson Lotus FlowerLiSA
This is the 15th single by female singer LiSA, used as the theme song for the TV anime Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba.
The song’s structure is designed to maximize the impact of the chorus by creating strong dynamics—contrasting the intense rock sound of the A section and chorus with a quieter B section.
In the chorus, simple chord progressions are interspersed with occasional diminished chords, striking a balance between accessibility and a memorable hook.
On the Oricon charts, it achieved both the “last No.
1 of the Heisei era” and the “first No.
1 of the Reiwa era,” setting records that transcend the typical scope of anime songs.
Angel’s RestOkui Masami
Yohko Yamamoto, Full Ahead! is a science fiction novel by Taku Shōji, which was adapted into an OVA and a TV anime.
The TV anime’s opening theme is Tenshi no Kyūsoku, sung by Masami Okui, which reached No.
20 on the Oricon charts.
Revolutionary Journey – On the WayAina ji Endo
This song, created as the opening theme for Season 2 of the TV anime Dandadan, was written and composed by Aina the End.
It will be released digitally in July 2025, followed by physical releases in two formats—CD and Blu-ray—in September.
Its exhilarating sound layers with a mysterious melody, conveying the protagonists’ determination to fight to protect what’s precious to them in a straightforward way.
As Aina herself says, she “reduced the distortion in her voice and sang straightforwardly,” resulting in a clear and powerful vocal performance.
It perfectly matches the anime’s worldview, where the occult and youth intersect.
It’s a track we recommend when you want to keep moving forward or need a push on your back.
Psycho Every Day!akiyoshi fumie
It’s a pop tune that really resonates, featuring Fumie Akiyoshi’s soaring vocals—she also contributed to the lyrics.
The passionate feelings nurtured through adventures with Pokémon—friendship, love, grit, and growth—are delivered straight to the heart on a driving, exhilarating melody.
It’s an energetic piece that makes you feel empowered just by listening.
Released as a single in February 2010, the song became the opening theme for the anime “Pokémon Diamond & Pearl” starting with episode 158.
The switch to the BAND VERSION partway through was also memorable.
It’s a track that will give you a push when you’re taking on a challenge or need one more burst of effort.
Please let me pass.Touyama Nao
Sung by Nao Toyama, this is the opening theme for the TV anime Kakuriyo no Yadomeshi II.
Released in November 2025, the song was written and composed by Masayoshi Oishi.
It’s a fast-paced pop tune with a Japanese flair that musically depicts human connections and a sense of belonging, set in the otherworld of Kakuriyo.
A lively, celebratory anisong!