[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!
Playlist
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| show_chart | Title | Playlist | Review |
| 1 | GO!!!FLOW |  play_arrow | NARUTO theme song, an anthem of challenge and hope |
| 2 | Can DoGRANRODEO |  play_arrow | An intense theme song from a basketball anime, with a message of moving forward. |
| 3 | Unprecedented; unparalleled; one-of-a-kind (Kuu-Zen-Zetsu-Go)Tanimoto Takayoshi |  play_arrow | A powerful, soul-stirring song resonates in the heart. |
| 4 | Take It! Sailor FukuHirano Aya, Kato Emiri, Fukuhara Kaori, Endo Aya |  play_arrow | Although it’s a denpa song, it’s unique and became a big hit. |
| 5 | The seasons die one after another.amazarashi |  play_arrow | Amazarashi’s powerful songs that resonate with the heart |
| 6 | to clear up (weather)Yorushika |  play_arrow | Yorushika’s song from Frieren: Beyond Journey’s End is moving. |
| 7 | SPECIALZKing Gnu |  play_arrow | King Gnu, Jujutsu Kaisen opening theme, an energetic track |
| 8 | Stick-and-Paste WonderlandMatsumoto Tamaki |  play_arrow | The ending theme of Sgt. Frog is fun. |
| 9 | lilacMrs. GREEN APPLE |  play_arrow | A masterpiece by Mrs. GREEN APPLE that depicts the emotions of youth |
| 10 | Sugar Song and Bitter StepUNISON SQUARE GARDEN |  play_arrow | Popular songs by UNISON SQUARE GARDEN |
| 11 | scabChi-wata Hidenori |  play_arrow | Gash Bell, opening theme up to episode 50 |
| 12 | ImaginationSPYAIR |  play_arrow | SPYAIR’s Haikyu!! theme songs cheer on youth |
| 13 | Blue RequiemTsubokura Yui |  play_arrow | The Edo-period manga “SAMURAI DEEPER KYO” |
| 14 | Butter-FlyWada Kōji |  play_arrow | A classic song from Digimon Adventure |
| 15 | We are!kitadani hiroshi |  play_arrow | A classic song that sings of fiery adventurous spirit and the bonds of comrades |
| 16 | The Zero Sense10-FEET |  play_arrow | Theme song of a basketball movie, passion for dreams |
| 17 | Cry BabyOfisharu Higedan Dism |  play_arrow | O-hige’s song is popular as an anime theme song. |
| 18 | God knows…suzumiya haruhi (hirano aya) |  play_arrow | The legendary in-story song from “The Melancholy of Haruhi Suzumiya” |
| 19 | cloudy skyDOES |  play_arrow | “Donten,” the iconic Gintama theme song by DOES |
| 20 | Happy Go Lucky! Doki Doki! Precurekurosawa tomoyo |  play_arrow | Friendship and forward-looking courage reflected through anime songs |
| 21 | Drawing daysSPLAY |  play_arrow | A cheer song that sings of a strong will to move forward |
| 22 | oath signLiSA |  play_arrow | The Fate theme songs are masterpieces that express the works’ worldviews. |
| 23 | only my railgunfripSide |  play_arrow | Anime theme song 'only my railgun' |
| 24 | Bling-Bang-Bang-BornCreepy Nuts |  play_arrow | Mashle OP song, a globally popular hype anthem |
| 25 | ConnectClariS |  play_arrow | A famous song from Puella Magi Madoka Magica |
| 26 | RewriteASIAN KUNG-FU GENERATION |  play_arrow | A masterpiece from the anime Fullmetal Alchemist—an absolutely compelling listen. |
| 27 | * ~Asterisk~ORANGE RANGE |  play_arrow | A classic from Bleach’s first opening theme—such a nostalgic track. |
| 28 | Shine in a commonplace waykessoku bando |  play_arrow | A youthful rock song by Kessoku Band that paints a picture of hope |
| 29 | Is there still anything that love can do?RADWIMPS |  play_arrow | RADWIMPS's moving masterpiece |
| 30 | Genesis of AquarionAKINO |  play_arrow | The theme song of Aquarion is gaining popularity. |
| 31 | Kokoro-eroodo obu mejyaa |  play_arrow | The fiery opening theme of the baseball anime 'Major' |
| 32 | The Story You Don’t Knowsupercell |  play_arrow | The classic song “Blue Jay,” which portrays the poignancy of heartbreak. |
| 33 | Battle FrontierTakaya Akina |  play_arrow | Courage to face difficulties with an upbeat singing voice |
| 34 | Ojamajo Carnival!!MAHO dō |  play_arrow | Classic anime songs with easy-to-remember lyrics |
| 35 | BLOODY STREAMCoda |  play_arrow | JoJo OP with a jazz taste that feels adventurous |
| 36 | MelissaPorunogurafiti |  play_arrow | A famous song from the anime Fullmetal Alchemist |
| 37 | The Biggest DreamerWada Kōji |  play_arrow | New Developments and Music of Digimon Tamers |
| 38 | Sky-Blue DaysNakagawa Shoko |  play_arrow | Shoko Nakagawa’s masterpiece filled with love for anime |
| 39 | Gekitei (Exhortation! The Imperial Combat Revue)Yokoyama Chisa & Teikoku Kagekidan |  play_arrow | Sakura Wars is a popular bishoujo RPG game. |
| 40 | LionSheriru Nōmu starring May’n/Ranka Rī (Nakajima Ai) |  play_arrow | A classic Macross song with an appealing duet |
| 41 | GO!!!FLOW |  play_arrow | The famous song GO!!! from NARUTO’s FLOW |
| 42 | DADDY! DADDY! DO! feat. Airi SuzukiSuzuki Masayuki |  play_arrow | Love song by Masayuki Suzuki and Airi Suzuki |
| 43 | futureHIRO-X |  play_arrow | The Prince of Tennis, animated adaptation |
| 44 | Crimson Bow and ArrowLinked Horizon |  play_arrow | Attack on Titan, the famous song by Linked Horizon |
| 45 | Flowers of Eviluchuujin |  play_arrow | A dark song of 'The Flowers of Evil' that expresses the darkness of the heart. |
| 46 | The heaven that gathers the dreams you envisionedGARNET CROW |  play_arrow | MÄR Heaven theme song, a heartwarming cheer song |
| 47 | peace signYonezu Kenshi |  play_arrow | Kenshi Yonezu’s “Peace Sign” is popular. |
| 48 | My Past Life, Many Lifetimes AgoRADWIMPS |  play_arrow | RADWIMPS' 'Zenzenzense' is a popular song. |
| 49 | voiceCLOUD |  play_arrow | A classic rock band, a famous theme song from Yu-Gi-Oh! |
| 50 | Heart Throbsnobobyknows̟+ |  play_arrow | SD Gundam theme song, nobodyknows+ enters the Top 10 for the first time |
| 51 | INNOCENT SORROWabingdon boys school |  play_arrow | Anime theme song, abingdon Takanori’s masterpiece |
| 52 | Driver’s HighL’Arc〜en〜Ciel |  play_arrow | Eikichi Onizuka’s passionate teacher story |
| 53 | unravelTK from RIN TO SHITE SIGURE |  play_arrow | The theme song of “Tokyo Ghoul,” an addictive and emotional track |
| 54 | When They Cry: HigurashiShimamiy a Eiko |  play_arrow | An eerie song that fits Higurashi no Naku Koro ni |
| 55 | Moonlight FlowerJanne Da Arc |  play_arrow | A moving masterpiece as a TV anime theme song |
| 56 | DOGLANDPEOPLE 1 |  play_arrow | A unique worldview that captivates through anime theme songs |
| 57 | Song of Phantom Thief Kirameki-ManYamamoto Masayuki & Pinku Piggīzu |  play_arrow | A phantom thief anime with morality flipped, theme song by Masayuki Yamamoto |
| 58 | Sun Paradise ~Promised Land~Kōbe Miyuki |  play_arrow | Anime theme song 'Paradise of the Sun' by Miyuki Kobe |
| 59 | A Cruel Angel’s ThesisTakahashi Yoko |  play_arrow | The iconic song from the anime Evangelion remains popular even today. |
| 60 | Hamtaro Tottoko SongHamuchanzu |  play_arrow | Hamtaro’s theme song, a tune still loved today |
| 61 | Wild FlowersRAMAR |  play_arrow | The first Zoids TV anime is broadcast. |
| 62 | Boy’s HeartHOME MADE kazoku |  play_arrow | The passionate theme song of Eureka Seven that depicts youth |
| 63 | Sugar Song and Bitter StepUNISON SQUARE GARDEN |  play_arrow | UNISON SQUARE GARDEN's iconic anime theme song |
| 64 | ODDTAXIsukaato to PUNPEE |  play_arrow | An emotional song that delicately portrays the underside of the city |
| 65 | Altern-ate-H-el-ical// |  play_arrow | Kalafina member Hikaru’s anime theme song |
| 66 | CRUSH GEAR FIGHT!!JAM Project |  play_arrow | The Crash Gear anime, a hot/burning track |
| 67 | Even hell’s judgment depends on you.Jigoku no Sata Ōruzutāzu |  play_arrow | A song that sublimated the affairs of hell into pop |
| 68 | ultramarineKamiyama Yagi |  play_arrow | Opening theme by Yoh Kamiyama for 'Drifting Dragons' |
| 69 | Haruka…PIERROT |  play_arrow | Kamikaze Kaitou Jeanne, with PIERROT performing the theme song |
| 70 | dramaticBase Ball Bear |  play_arrow | A passionate theme song racing through youth and summer |
| 71 | Brilliant road to tomorrowangela |  play_arrow | Space sci-fi, an anime directed by Tatsuo Sato |
| 72 | Ao and KiramekiSupira Supika |  play_arrow | Feel uplifted with exhilarating youth rock |
| 73 | spiralLONGMAN |  play_arrow | A declaration-of-determination song by a twin-vocal band |
| 74 | IRIS OUTYonezu Kenshi |  play_arrow | Kenshi Yonezu enriches the story with a film theme song. |
| 75 | grayscale dorminatorOxT |  play_arrow | OxT's new song: a fiery rock track with a chess-themed world |
| 76 | Zankyo SankaAimer |  play_arrow | Demon Slayer opening theme, smash hit song |
| 77 | idolYOASOBI |  play_arrow | YOASOBI’s masterpiece that turns novels into music |
| 78 | kaiju (giant monster)Sakanakushon |  play_arrow | A song that sings of the passion for pursuing truth |
| 79 | KICKBACKYonezu Kenshi |  play_arrow | Kenshi Yonezu: a genre-crossing musicality |
| 80 | Sunday SunTHE NEUTRAL |  play_arrow | Mohiro Kitoh's manga was adapted into an anime and became popular. |
| 81 | World Without LogosIshii Yasushi |  play_arrow | Hellsing, two versions: a TV anime and an OVA |
| 82 | Turn A TurnSaijō Hideki |  play_arrow | Turn A Gundam, a work by director Tomino |
| 83 | HemisophiaSakamoto Maaya |  play_arrow | The anime RahXephon has a grand, expansive worldbuilding. |
| 84 | BlessingYOASOBI |  play_arrow | Gundam Witch from Mercury OP, a powerful song |
| 85 | fatesumika |  play_arrow | The opening theme of the anime “Delicious in Dungeon” cheers on the spirit of adventure. |
| 86 | REACH OUTWada Akiko |  play_arrow | The mahjong manga Tetsuya has been adapted into an anime and has become popular. |
| 87 | Soul salvationHayashibara Megumi |  play_arrow | Masterpiece songs from Shaman King and nostalgic youth |
| 88 | I want to shout that I love you.BAAD |  play_arrow | The famous song from the basketball anime “SLAM DUNK” |
| 89 | SesameKroi |  play_arrow | A song that portrays self-exploration as an anime theme song |
| 90 | Ready toKagemori Michiru (Morohoshi Sumire) |  play_arrow | Moved by the passionate message and the upbeat tune. |
| 91 | Preserved RosesT.M.Revolution × Mizuki Nana |  play_arrow | A passionate collaboration track by Takanori Nishikawa and Nana Mizuki |
| 92 | ironyClariS |  play_arrow | ClariS's 'irony' is an anthem of youthful empathy. |
| 93 | Togetherakiyoshi fumie |  play_arrow | The emotion and energy of the Pokémon anime opening songs |
| 94 | Crimson Lotus FlowerLiSA |  play_arrow | Demon Slayer theme song: LiSA’s explosive track |
| 95 | Angel’s RestOkui Masami |  play_arrow | An animated adaptation of a science fiction novel, with a popular theme song |
| 96 | Revolutionary Journey – On the WayAina ji Endo |  play_arrow | Aina the End’s fiery anime theme song |
| 97 | Psycho Every Day!akiyoshi fumie |  play_arrow | The powerful theme song of the Pokémon anime |
| 98 | Please let me pass.Touyama Nao |  play_arrow | Theme song of the anime “Kakuriyo: Bed & Breakfast for Spirits” |
| 99 | W-InfinityMiemono Hitomi / Kageyama Hironobu |  play_arrow | A mecha anime where GEAR warriors fight the Machine Empire. |
| 100 | Theater of LifeSuzuki Konomi |  play_arrow | Konomi Suzuki's theme song for Deca-Dence |
| 101 | Crazy RainbowTakkī & Tsubasa |  play_arrow | ONE PIECE theme song, a tour de force by Tackey & Tsubasa |
| 102 | Easy Breezychelmico |  play_arrow | TV anime opening theme with an overwhelming sense of speed |
| 103 | Connect -season 03-ClariS |  play_arrow | A new charm of the masterpiece by ClariS |
| 104 | in case…BiSH |  play_arrow | The passionate songs of the punk idol group BiSH |
| 105 | HOWLINGabingdon boys school |  play_arrow | The dark theme song by abingdon boys school |
| 106 | Love for youYamagata Kasumi (Mizuno Manami) |  play_arrow | Robot anime “Haja Kyosei G Dangaioh” |
| 107 | OtonokeCreepy Nuts |  play_arrow | The opening theme song of Dandadan that Generation Z went crazy for |
| 108 | Child of the devilHiguchi Ai |  play_arrow | Higuchi Ai’s Attack on Titan ending theme becomes a smash hit. |
| 109 | PrismBAISER |  play_arrow | The 1990s hit series “Gokudo-kun Manyuuki” |
| 110 | Small Daysflumpool |  play_arrow | A positive, encouraging song by flumpool |
| 111 | flame of lovesweet velvet |  play_arrow | A game and anime about raising monsters |
| 112 | Wings of the Windloop |  play_arrow | Crash Gear Nitro, enjoyable solo |
| 113 | pureyoshida takurou |  play_arrow | Enrolled as an honor student at Chromati High School |
| 114 | How patheticYU-KI |  play_arrow | Songs from the anime Honey and Clover II |
| 115 | Swirly Kuro-chanLADY Q |  play_arrow | Cyborg Kuro-chan is a gag anime. |
| 116 | far; distant; by farKiyoshi Ryujin |  play_arrow | An epic ballad by Ryonen Seiryu |
| 117 | Fighting! Going! My soul!!dainamaito SHU |  play_arrow | Digimon Savers is an anime in the style of a new work. |
| 118 | Finishing Blow (feat. Cory Wong)Vaundy |  play_arrow | A modern and cool music star |
| 119 | Aim to Be a Pokémon Master – 20th Anniversary –Matsumoto Rika |  play_arrow | The Pokémon theme song’s 20th anniversary was moving. |
| 120 | 3 minutes 29 secondsHitorie |  play_arrow | Hitorie’s sharp-edged rock track |
| 121 | Take care and have a good day!Higuchi Ai |  play_arrow | A moving song by Ai Higuchi, born from her diverse musical experiences |
| 122 | Dan Dan Kokoro HikaretekuFIELD OF VIEW |  play_arrow | A refreshing song filled with young love and courage |
| 123 | Miracle of BondsMAN WITH A MISSION×milet |  play_arrow | A collaboration song by MAN WITH A MISSION and milet |
| 124 | Blue HabitatKitanitatsuya |  play_arrow | Tatsuya Kitani to perform the opening theme for the anime Jujutsu Kaisen. |
| 125 | At the mercy of the windMisawa Akemi |  play_arrow | Period drama anime “Kazamakse: Tsukikage Ran” |
| 126 | SPARK-AGAINAimer |  play_arrow | Aimer’s opening theme song for Fire Force |
| 127 | Midnight ReflectionNOMELON NOLEMON |  play_arrow | A space-themed pop tune. An insert song for Gundam. |
| 128 | Re:memberFLOW |  play_arrow | A powerful anime tie-in song by FLOW |
| 129 | BROKEN GAMESFZMZ |  play_arrow | Anime 'Shangri-La Frontier' Opening (OP) |
| 130 | STARSw.o.d. |  play_arrow | The rock band from the anime BLEACH is doing the opening theme |
| 131 | Give me an unbalanced kissTakahashi Hiro |  play_arrow | A beloved classic ending theme from Yu Yu Hakusho that transcends generations |
| 132 | Next Episode PreviewKitanitatsuya |  play_arrow | TV anime theme song, a powerful track by Tatsuya Kitani |
| 133 | reverse dreamKing Gnu |  play_arrow | A poignant love song from the Jujutsu Kaisen movie—moving and emotional |
| 134 | HeroYOASOBI |  play_arrow | YOASOBI Captivates the World with Anime Theme Songs |
| 135 | fatalGEMN |  play_arrow | GEM&NO's anime theme song is rich in emotion. |
| 136 | IllusionMY FIRST STORY × HYDE |  play_arrow | The moving theme song of Demon Slayer: Hashira Training Arc |
| 137 | Indelible (unforgettable)Ishizaki Hyuui |  play_arrow | The new opening theme of the anime Dr. STONE is impressive. |
| 138 | All My SoulNAWNAW |  play_arrow | A Chinese-style sci-fi anime series in 13 episodes |
| 139 | Shanghai HoneyAragaki Jōtarō (Namikawa Daisuke) Reonarudo (Ono Kenshō) Minamino Tetsuo (Kaji Yūki) |  play_arrow | I feel both nostalgia and freshness in anime songs. |
| 140 | A bird in a cageYu-anesu |  play_arrow | Anime theme song with soothing tones and vocals |
| 141 | dizzyAdo |  play_arrow | Ado is in charge of the opening theme for the anime SPY×FAMILY |
| 142 | Flying DeityAyase×R-shitei |  play_arrow | Rurouni Kenshin opening theme co-written by R-Shitei and Ayase |
| 143 | LIES GOES ONMay’n |  play_arrow | Introducing May’n’s new song “LIES GOES ON” |
| 144 | Fragments of a DreamUyontana |  play_arrow | Betterman is an anime directed by Yoshitomo Yonetani. |