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[Nostalgic & Latest] A Special Feature on Anime Songs Recommended for People in Their 20s

DancerFukkun:)Tatsuki Fukuda
Primarily active in Tokyo, I have experience as a backup dancer for artists, a music video dancer, and a commercial dancer. I continue to work as a dancer while also engaging in article production. After discovering Michael Jackson in junior high school, I began dancing in my second year of high school. Since starting dance, in addition to the J-Pop and Japanese rock I had been listening to, I began exploring Western R&B, rap, alternative music, and other tracks commonly used for dance. In elementary school, I spent three years in a choir, and because I love singing, I often go to karaoke for fun. These days, I enjoy a wide range of music, from Japanese rock and rap to K-pop.
A Vocaloid producer who is also a music writerWakachan Araki
I’ve worked in a variety of roles—regardless of pro or amateur settings—including live event PA, cameraman for video and photography, restaurant staff, and logistics center staff. I now spend my days as a part-time writer. I’ve contributed to music and manga websites with feature/review articles, and wrote the liner notes included as a bonus for 1st PLACE Inc.’s “IA SUPER BEST.” As for my music background, I started playing guitar in junior high and focused on band activities during my school years. For over 15 years since then, up to the present, I’ve continued releasing original tracks as a Vocaloid producer. My areas of expertise are Japanese rock, Vocaloid, and manga.

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!

[Nostalgic & New] A Major Feature on Anime Songs Recommended for People in Their 20s (11–20)

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SPYAIR “Imagination” TV anime “Haikyu!!” opening theme

Imagination SPYAIR

This is a song whose powerful sound and passionate message really resonate.

Released in 2014, it’s known as one of SPYAIR’s signature tracks.

Chosen as the opening theme for the TV anime Haikyu!!, it drew a lot of attention.

Set to a fast-paced rock sound, it portrays young people striving toward their dreams.

When you’re challenging yourself to pursue your own dream, it becomes the ultimate anthem of support.

Give it a listen and relive those days!

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DOES 'Donten' (TV Tokyo anime 'Gintama' opening theme)

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Gintama is a quintessential gag anime representing Shonen Jump.

It features a variety of iconic theme songs, and the first one I recommend is “Donten” by DOES.

From the very start, its energetic sound conveys the feeling that the story is kicking off.

The lyrics have a dark worldview that matches the melody.

Although the song gives the impression of a battle anime, Gintama is a gag anime—perhaps that contrast is one of the reasons for its popularity.

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Cry BabyOfficial HIGE DANDism

Official HIGE DANDism – Cry Baby [Official Video]

Cry Baby Official HIGE DANDism

This is a song used as the opening theme for the anime Tokyo Revengers.

It’s a 2021 digital release by Official HIGE DANDism, the popular band behind numerous hits like Pretender and I LOVE….

One of its charms is the uniquely catchy song structure that makes liberal use of key changes.

Before you know it, you’re drawn into the world of the song—an irresistibly compelling number.

The lyrics, which feel like they’re burning with a quiet fighting spirit, are also cool and refined.

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LiSA 『oath sign』-MUSIC CLIP Short Ver.-

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The hugely popular Fate series.

This song is the theme for the Fate/Zero series.

A hallmark of the Fate franchise is how perfectly the lyrics match the anime’s content every time.

This track also faithfully recreates the work’s worldview.

It also stirs an exciting sense that the battle is about to begin.

Who will emerge victorious, and can the protagonist perform a miracle? Just listening to it makes you want to watch the anime.

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TAMUSIC – Connect Finale

Connect ClariS

One of the most iconic anime songs of the 2000s, ClariS’s “Connect.” As the opening theme for Puella Magi Madoka Magica, it enjoyed a long run on the Oricon charts.

You can feel the anime’s dreamy atmosphere and bittersweet emotion even through the luxurious backing track.

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only my railgun

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The opening theme for A Certain Scientific Railgun is fripSide’s “only my railgun.” A limited first edition was also released, and it drew attention because Shinji Maggie appeared in the music video.

On the Oricon singles chart, it reached No.

3 for the week.

With its catchy melody, many people have likely heard it somewhere before.

The combination of the cute vocal tone and the cool musical style creates a song with a distinctive world of its own.

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[Nostalgic & New] A Big Special on Anime Songs Recommended for People in Their 20s (21–30)

Drawing daysSPLAY

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Drawing daysSPLAY

A song used as the opening theme for the TV anime “Katekyo Hitman Reborn!” Sung over a powerful band sound, it conveys a strong resolve to “keep moving forward no matter how tough it gets.” If you’re feeling weighed down by hardships or sadness and want to shut yourself away, please give this song a listen.

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