A roundup of upbeat Japanese songs that get you moving
There are times when you want to get pumped up with music—like during a drive, when you want to hype up a karaoke session, or right before studying! In this article, we’ll introduce songs that are perfect for getting you in a lively, upbeat mood.
When you hear “songs that get you hyped,” what kind of tracks come to mind? Many people might think of uptempo songs, but even if the tempo isn’t that fast, there are tracks with a comfortable beat that still get you moving! We’ve picked out a variety of groove-worthy songs in this article, so find your favorite track and have fun!
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Upbeat Japanese songs. A collection of various tracks you can groove to (41–50)
brand-newKANA-BOON
An upbeat tune from rock band KANA-BOON, released as a single in 2019, depicting the feeling of relentlessly running forward.
KANA-BOON is known for guitar riffs that grab you from the very first listen, and the guitar riff in Massara is awesome too! The way the lyrics lock in with the music and the vocals feel great, making it easy to get into the groove.
It’s full of driving momentum while still carrying an emotional vibe, making it perfect for scenes like driving or running!
Upbeat J-Pop Songs: A Collection of Tracks You Can Groove To (51–60)
Keep on MovingNEXZ
A refreshing number marked by a lively beat and uplifting lyrics.
Delivered by NEXZ, this track is included on their Japanese debut EP “Ride the Vibe (Japanese Ver.) / Keep on Moving,” released in August 2024.
With lyrics penned by J.Y.
Park, it’s also featured in an Aquarius commercial.
The song carries the message “Keep moving forward without stopping,” and the music video shows the members cheerfully completing missions in a game-like world.
It’s perfect for kicking off a new day—whether during a morning jog or commute—and is sure to give you an energy boost.
youth↑THE HIGH-LOWS↓
Here’s the song that served as the theme for the 2000 drama “Legendary Teacher.” This track, which evokes pure youth, is by ↑THE HIGH-LOWS↓, a band formed primarily by Hiroto Kōmoto and Masatoshi Mashima, former members of THE BLUE HEARTS.
Their straightforward punk rock rhythms are enough to lift your spirits and fill you with positivity just by listening.
Although they went on hiatus in 2005 and eventually disbanded, their vibrant energy lives on in their music.
together; along with; bothWANIMA
I think with most melodic hardcore songs, the fun is more about “going wild” than “dancing,” but in WANIMA’s case, they’re a band that lets you enjoy both dancing and going wild.
Even when it’s not a four-on-the-floor beat, they’re really good at creating a groove that lets you move your body in a dance-music kind of way.
And this applies to the song Tomoni as well—the lyrics are really great, so be sure to pay attention to them.
Racing into the NightYOASOBI
If you’re looking for an uptempo song to brighten a dark night, we recommend “Yoru ni Kakeru.” Released in 2019 by YOASOBI—one of the most wildly popular internet-born music duos—it’s known as their signature track.
The light, sparkling piano over a driving rhythm is especially memorable.
Keep an ear out for ikura’s performance as well; she delivers the refreshing yet bittersweet melody line beautifully.
It’s an indispensable uptempo tune for night drives or karaoke.
Let’s get pumped up with this catchy track that wraps loneliness and anxiety in a feel-good groove!
migratory bird[Alexandros]
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[Alexandros] is a rock band that delivers an alternative rock sound infused with all kinds of music to listeners.
One of their signature songs, “Wataridori,” was released in 2015 and has been featured across numerous media.
The band sound that unfolds from the fresh-toned guitar intro is striking.
The lyrics, which evoke an image of a bird flying endlessly, are cool.
It’s a perfect track for a sunny-day drive or karaoke with friends.
Experience a rock sound that can lift anyone’s spirits.
Wonderlandiri
A signature song by iri with an irresistibly groovy beat.
It’s a track that reflects her journey from performing in jazz bars to making her major-label debut.
Even when daily life wears you down, it carries the resolve to keep moving forward.
Released in March 2019, it was also featured in a Sony commercial.
Blending a stylish vibe with a danceable track, this song has surpassed 50 million streams.
Perfect for a drive or when you want to hype up a party with friends.