[Wake-Up Songs] Energetic and Uplifting! Japanese Pop/J-POP You’ll Want to Hear in the Morning
A must-read for anyone who struggles to get out of bed in the morning! In this article, we’ll introduce recommended wake-up songs for when you want to listen to music that helps you feel refreshed in the morning or when you’re looking for tracks to use as an alarm.
We’ve gathered a variety of tunes—upbeat and positive songs, fresh tracks that suit the morning, and pieces where the instruments blast out with energy.
You’re sure to find a song that clears your head! Whether mornings are tough or easy for you, listen to the songs we recommend and kick-start your day with full energy!
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[Wake-Up Songs] High-energy and uplifting! Japanese music/J-POP to listen to in the morning (81–90)
It’s nothing at all.Fuji Kaze
Don’t you feel that this song by the hugely popular singer-songwriter Fujii Kaze has an intro that’s perfect for waking up, almost like the start of a stage play? What’s more, the way it develops from the intro—with the accompaniment gradually layering in—fits the condition of a “song that builds up gradually.” People often imagine something fresh and breezy for morning listening, but with its powerful sound and lyrics, this is a track that can boost your spirits from the morning with an “All right, let’s do this!” mindset.
Heavy rotationAKB48
As a symbolic presence of the current idol boom, this is the 17th major single by the idol group AKB48, beloved by a wide range of listeners.
Used as the CM song for UHA Mikakuto’s “Puccho,” it’s also known for cementing AKB48’s popularity.
With an opening that starts from a count and a chorus-first structure, the arrangement instantly boosts your energy—perfect for blowing away morning drowsiness.
Featuring cute lyrics and a superb rock-infused sound, it’s one of AKB48’s signature songs.
thorn; brambleAdo
While still leaving a powerful impression with “Usseewa,” singer Ado has been expanding her popularity at home and abroad thanks to her broad expressive range.
Her 20th digital-only single, “Ibara,” chosen as the theme song for the morning show Mezamashi TV, pairs a powerful vocal with a refreshing melody that feels great to hear.
The lyrics, which seem to encourage those who’ve found a dream or a goal, provide just the right energy to start a new day.
It’s an exhilarating number whose driving ensemble gives you a push forward.
HummingbirdNovelbright
Novelbright is a five-piece rock band gaining attention for their piercing high-tone vocals and straightforward rock sound.
Hummingbird, released in advance from their first album “Kaimaku Sengen,” is a track written as the theme song for the information program “Mezamashi Doyoubi.” Its lyrics depict a refreshing morning waking up with someone special, likely helping you start the day in a happy mood.
It’s a dazzling rock tune with a comfortably arranged ensemble featuring strings.
Is that okay?RADWIMPS
Although it’s a track from RADWIMPS’s fourth album, a new music video was made in 2017, so it’s one of the more well-known songs from their early period.
The BPM is in the high 80s, so it’s a bit on the slower side, but it has a refreshing vibe that suits the morning perfectly.
In terms of structure, it starts with an a cappella chorus before everyone comes in and the intro begins, which makes for a gradual buildup—spot on.
Lyrically, it’s a love-themed song that feels like it gives the listener a gentle push forward, making it a perfect fit for a clear, comfortable morning.
The Signal of the BeginningKetsumeishi
A work you’ll want to listen to the moment you wake up in the morning.
It’s a track by the hugely popular hip-hop group Ketsumeishi.
Released in January 2003, it’s a fan favorite and is frequently featured as an opening number at their live shows.
The song is characterized by rap over a reggae beat, with the hook’s chorus being a real high point.
Loved by many fans as a song that signals the start of something new, it’s perfect for kicking off the day.
Whether you’re not a morning person or thrive in the mornings, why not start your day full of energy by listening to this track?
[Alarm Songs] Energetic and Uplifting! Japanese Music/J-Pop You’ll Want to Hear in the Morning (91–100)
Cinderella GirlKing&Prince
As their name suggests, King & Prince are a two-member idol group that embodies the quintessential Johnny’s style.
Their debut single, Cinderella Girl—used as the theme song for the TV drama Hana Nochi Hare: Hanadan Next Season—became a major hit despite being their first release.
Beyond its catchy chorus, the song features a brisk, ever-shifting modern arrangement, including a 16-beat melody line in the pre-chorus that keeps listeners engaged.
It’s a sparkling pop tune brimming with clarity and exhilaration, its radiant atmosphere perfectly matching the freshness of a new morning.