[X JAPAN] Play the legendary masterpiece on piano! Sheet music and performance video introduced
X JAPAN is the legendary visual-kei rock band that seems to be known by virtually everyone in Japan, continuing to be loved across generations.
They debuted as “X” in 1989 and changed their name to “X JAPAN” in 1992.
Though they disbanded in 1997, they reunited in 2007 and finally achieved their long-cherished goal of breaking into the global market.
This time, we’ve handpicked performance videos and sheet music recommended for anyone who wants to play X JAPAN’s songs on the piano, a band that remains eternally charismatic!
Enjoy a rich selection of piano versions of their songs—from adrenaline-pumping rock to tear-jerking ballads.
- [Piano Beginners] J-POP That Looks Hard but Is Surprisingly Playable [2026]
- [J-POP] I want to listen to songs with impressive, beautiful piano tones! Recommended piano cover tracks
- [J-POP] It's like free sheet music! Easy songs you can play on the piano while watching the video
- [Piano/vocal] Super cool! Recommended songs you can breeze through
- Today's Piano: Masterpieces and Popular Pieces Woven with Delicate Tones
- [Beginner] Start Here: Classic Practice Pieces Recommended for Adult Piano Beginners
- [Super Easy] Piano Sheet Music Beginners Can Play | Available for Immediate Download!
- [Piano × J-POP] Tearjerker! A Selection of Moving/Touching Songs
- [Piano Duet × J-POP] A showcase of insanely cool piano duet arrangements all at once
- [GReeeeN] Picked Piano Videos of Popular Songs & Recommended Sheet Music!
- [Piano × Vocaloid] Carefully selected videos and sheet music of ultra-popular songs you’ll want to play right now!
- [Mr. Children] A roundup of piano sheet music for their smash-hit classics!
- [Piano × J‑Pop] A curated selection of the coolest new hits and anime songs that’ll look great when you play them
Play X JAPAN’s legendary masterpieces on piano! Sheet music & performance videos introduced (1–10)
Without YouX JAPAN
The requiem “Without You,” which YOSHIKI wrote after the death of band member HIDE.
It was composed within a week when HIDE passed away suddenly, but since the group had disbanded at the time, it was first performed as an X JAPAN song at a concert held in 2008, when they reunited nearly ten years after HIDE’s death.
A heartrending piece imbued with YOSHIKI’s strong sentiment of “I will never forget you.” Let’s perform it gently yet powerfully on the piano.
Born To Be FreeX JAPAN
A song by X JAPAN released in November 2015 as their first digital single in about four years.
It was used as the commercial theme for the film “Last Knights,” and the band made their first appearance in 18 years at the 66th NHK Kouhaku Uta Gassen in 2015.
YOSHIKI has called this one of his favorite songs, and it carries a message of encouragement for those who are suffering.
When played on the piano, this piece—one that reaffirms the preciousness of life—will surely resonate deeply with listeners.
Please try performing it with feelings of encouragement for yourself.
Forever LoveX JAPAN
X Japan, a leading figure of the visual kei movement that revolutionized Japan’s rock scene.
Released in 1996, this piece showcases YOSHIKI’s delicate sensibility; its lyrics were written after he read the storyboard for the anime film “X.” Marked by a grand orchestral arrangement and a beautiful piano melody, the song carries an earnest plea to believe in unchanging love amid a changing era.
There’s even an anecdote that during the orchestra recording in New York, YOSHIKI had every take he wasn’t satisfied with re-recorded—testament to his extraordinary dedication to the work.
Why not try recreating its sweeping, cinematic world on the piano, holding close your deep feelings for someone you love?
[X JAPAN] Play the legendary masterpieces on piano! Introducing sheet music and performance videos (11–20)
JADEX JAPAN
First unveiled during the May 2009 live tour and released as a digital single in 2011, “JADE” marked X JAPAN’s first step toward achieving their long-held dream of breaking into the global market.
The song charted in various countries, including the United States, the United Kingdom, and Switzerland, cementing the image of “X JAPAN of the world.” Fans praise it with comments like “the fusion of orchestra and rock is irresistible” and “a true masterpiece!” If you play its intense rock elements boldly on the piano, you’re guaranteed a rush of exhilaration.
Give it a try!
CRUCIFY MY LOVEX JAPAN
CRUCIFY MY LOVE, the 15th single by X JAPAN, was released in 1996.
Composed solely of vocals, piano, and strings, this piece places great emphasis on the resonance of the piano.
A microphone was set near the piano’s pedals so that even the sound of the foot lifting off the pedal could be used as an accent in the music.
Centered around the timbre of classical instruments, the song is perfect for piano performance! Why not try expressing its beautiful sound—combining X JAPAN’s signature dramatic flair with delicate nuance—on the piano?
UNFINISHEDX JAPAN
A track included in the complete DVD box set that compiles the video works released during their time with Sony Music.
Although it isn’t very well-known, it’s a hidden gem that has garnered numerous rave reviews from fans, such as “the most beautiful melody in X JAPAN’s history” and “we wish they’d play it live more often.” In the original, YOSHIKI’s piano accompaniment serves as an accent, making it an excellent match for the piano’s timbre.
Let’s try to recreate the poignant atmosphere of the song with a clear piano tone.
Scarlet Love SongX JAPAN
The digital single “Scarlet Love Song,” used as the theme song for the 2011 animated film Buddha: The Great Departure (Osamu Tezuka’s Buddha – May the Red Desert Shine), begins with piano arpeggios and evolves into a grand sound.
This progression may express both the poignant feelings for the late hide and the positive sentiment of “Let’s meet again in heaven!” Please try to recreate this majestic world on the piano, filled with your deep feelings for someone dear to you.