Popular Japanese songs among women in their 20s: a collection of masterpieces that are great to listen to and great to sing.
What kind of music do you listen to when you’re on the go, working, or relaxing at home?
And when you go to karaoke with friends or coworkers, what songs do you sing?
In this article, we’ll introduce recommended tracks for women in their twenties from two angles: “listening” and “singing.”
We’ve picked out standout hits that are trending on social media and songs by popular artists—tunes that are perfect both to listen to and to sing.
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Popular Japanese songs among women in their 20s. A collection of classics that are great to listen to and great to sing (21–30)
delicate lipsJenīhai
Jenny High has created a masterpiece that resonates deeply—a heartrending story portraying a woman’s delicate emotions.
The feelings of a woman who tries to hide her inner pain by changing her appearance are carefully depicted through the small item of lipstick.
The song beautifully expresses the turmoil between vulnerability and putting on a brave face, and the collaboration with Chanmina adds further depth.
Included on the album “Jenny Classic,” released in June 2023, the track captured the hearts of many listeners alongside numerous tie-in songs.
It’s perfect for nighttime drives or quiet moments with someone special.
The rich, delicate vocals exude a mature allure, leaving you wrapped in a pleasant afterglow.
GRL GVNGXG
This song is by XG, a girl group that debuted in 2022, and it’s been attracting worldwide attention, even hitting No.
1 on Billboard’s Hot Trending Songs chart.
The title “GRL GVNG” is read as “Girl Gang,” and it features a heavy beat reminiscent of R&B and hip-hop, with strikingly cool rap.
The bold, confident lyrics are another highlight.
The entire song is in English, so if you’re interested, be sure to dig into the words.
User ManualNishino Kana
Kana Nishino’s 27th single, written as the theme song for the film “No Longer Heroine.” The lyrics, which depict the delicate feelings of women—perhaps a bit hard for men to fully grasp—through the unique lens of an “instruction manual,” resonated widely.
Opening with words of gratitude, the song rides a bright country-pop melody to express a wish to be accepted fully, moodiness and all.
Released in September 2015, it was also included on the acclaimed album “Just LOVE,” and went on to win both the Excellence Award and the Grand Prize at the 57th Japan Record Awards the same year.
Beloved as a wedding staple, it’s a perfect number to help convey your feelings to someone special.
I love youuu!HoneyWorks feat. chū-tan
The song “Sukicchu-no!” by HoneyWorks and Chu-tan.
Compared to the previous track “Kawaikute Gomen,” this one tones down the cutesy, coquettish elements and overall delivers a more traditionally girly vibe.
The vocal range is mid2B to hiC, which is slightly high for a typical female vocal piece, but since the song shines through breath work—like breaths and consonants—to enhance its charm, the overall difficulty is on the lower side.
It’s a track that’s sure to be a hit among girls or at mixers.
Tomorrow as wellSHISHAMO
SHISHAMO’s hit song “Ashita mo.” The key change in the chorus feels incredibly satisfying, and thanks to its exhilarating vibe, this J-rock number gained popularity nationwide.
The vocal range is standard, spanning mid1F# to hiC.
The highest note, hiC, appears frequently in the chorus, so it’s a song that requires a bit of stamina.
If it feels tough, try lowering the key.
If the lowest notes are hard to hit, you can alternatively shift them up to around mid1G#.
It’s a track that’s sure to hype up any J-rock fan, so definitely consider adding it to your repertoire.
shameless; indecentchanmina
Currently drawing attention after being targeted with a diss by NENE, the female rapper Chanmina.
Her track “HARENCHI” is a masterpiece that showcases her wide musical range.
In this song, the lowest note is mid1 E, which is on the lower side for a female track, but the highest note is hi B, so the overall range is relatively narrow.
Therefore, as long as you adjust the key, most women should be able to sing it without issue.
The song carries a languid vibe throughout, making the vocal technique known as “fall” particularly important.
You’ll likely learn this technique faster by referencing Western music rather than J‑pop, so while working on this track, listen to Western R&B as well to build your repertoire of falls.
JUMPŌhara Sakurako
This pop and upbeat song, so characteristic of Sakurako Ohara, is “JUMP,” released in 2023.
In fact, 2023 marked the 10th anniversary of her debut.
The song reflects on her activities so far and expresses her feelings for the fans who have supported her at this milestone.
Reading the lyrics gives you the courage to keep going—like, “Even if things don’t go well, let’s move forward little by little.” It’s a recommended track for when you’re feeling down or need a little extra push.