[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 Big Special on Anime Songs Recommended for People in Their 20s (21–30)
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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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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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Creepy Nuts’ track “Bling-Bang-Bang-Born” captivates with its energetic, addictive sound.
Chosen as the opening theme for season 2 of the TV anime “Mashle: Magic and Muscles,” it became a massive hit, gaining popularity not only in Japan but around the world.
Its catchy melody is guaranteed to get stuck in your head, and the lyrics—celebrating self-affirmation and the spirit of challenge—give listeners courage.
It’s highly recommended when you want to fire yourself up or take a new step forward.
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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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Rewrite, which was used as the theme song for Fullmetal Alchemist, is one of ASIAN KUNG-FU GENERATION’s signature tracks that remains popular today.
Many people likely became fans after watching the anime back then.
The cool guitar sound and the powerful vocals in the chorus captivated many listeners.
While the chorus tends to get the spotlight, the song also knows when to pull back, giving it a strong sense of dynamics.
As a result, it’s a very engaging track—highly recommended for anyone looking to get into rock.
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A smash hit by ORANGE RANGE, the popular band from Okinawa.
It was the first opening theme for the TV Tokyo anime BLEACH.
The song embodies ORANGE RANGE’s distinctive worldview and continues to be loved to this day.
If you’re in your late twenties, chances are you’ve sung it at karaoke at least once.
It’s the kind of song that takes you back to the fun days of your childhood when you hear it.
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Kessoku Band’s “Shallowly Shine” was used as the opening theme for the first part of the theatrical feature Bocchi the Rock! Re:, and was released in June 2024.
Its lyrics, which depict a lonely girl confronting herself and discovering hope for the future, leave a strong impression.
The energetic rock sound, powerful melody, and vocals are a perfect match.
It’s recommended not only for anime fans but also for anyone who longs to relive their youth.
It’s a song that gives you courage every time you listen.