[2026] Japanese karaoke songs to sing at year’s end: a roundup of popular hits and classics
Have you decided what to sing at karaoke during the year-end party season? Unlike your usual karaoke sessions, it can be tricky to pick songs for company parties or after-parties with colleagues.
You want to liven things up without standing out too much, and you’d prefer songs everyone knows, but not ones that feel too safe—many people struggle with this balance.
In this article, we’ll introduce plenty of recommended songs that are easy to sing at year-end karaoke gatherings and can warm up the atmosphere.
From nostalgic classics to trending hits, you’re sure to find at least one track you’ll want to add to your repertoire!
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[2026] Japanese karaoke songs to sing at year’s end: A roundup of popular hits and classics (101–110)
Goodbye ElegySuda Masaki
Masaki Suda’s “Sayonara Elegy” is also the theme song for the Nippon TV Sunday drama “Todome no Kiss.” It’s an up-tempo track that conveys both poignancy and strength.
The way Masaki Suda strums an acoustic guitar with full force while singing is also striking.
At the year’s end, pack all your accumulated bittersweet feelings into this song and sing your heart out.
New Year’s March!Nijigasaki Gakuen Sukūru Aidoru Dōkōkai
The song released by the Nijigasaki High School Idol Club in January 2024 features bright, forward-looking themes celebrating the start of the New Year.
It sings about enjoying the changing seasons and events from January to December while keeping a positive mindset throughout the year.
Opening with the phrase “Let’s go! Step forward!”, its lyrics brimming with hope for the future leave a strong impression.
The track was unveiled as a collaboration single with the smartphone game Love Live! School Idol Festival 2 MIRACLE LIVE!.
Issued as a double A-side single in two editions, it achieved commercial success, including reaching 5th place on the Oricon Weekly Singles Chart.
It’s a perfect song for anyone who wants to savor the excitement of welcoming the New Year or kick off the year with a bright, uplifting feeling.
29Nishino Kana
This work by Kana Nishino, created as she entered the final year of her twenties, is a track included on the album “Love Collection 2 ~mint~.” The lyrics are packed with memories of her twenties, contrasting the carefree fun of her younger days with the reality of being swamped with work, while expressing both excitement and anxiety about her thirties.
Nishino herself has said it’s “just like me,” making it a down-to-earth song that resonates with many listeners.
The music video features three versions of Kana Nishino, showcasing playful, cute expressions and colorful fashion.
It’s a perfect recommendation for year-end parties or company gatherings, especially for those who are spending their last year in their twenties.
Dear…Nishino Kana
This is another song I absolutely want to sing once December comes.
When it comes to love songs, you can’t leave out Kana Nishino.
It’s a winter song with really great lyrics—you’re guaranteed to be moved.
Be sure to learn it and try singing it at karaoke.
It might make men fall head over heels.
Crossing Amagi PassIshikawa Sayuri
When it comes to winter enka, this is the song.
I always feel like listening to it as the year draws to a close.
It’s also a staple on NHK’s Kōhaku Uta Gassen.
I’d say there isn’t a Japanese person who doesn’t know this song.
The vocal “kobushi” hits you right in the chest.
And that signature line in the chorus makes you want to sing along, doesn’t it? You might not sing enka at karaoke very often, but I highly recommend this one for the New Year’s season.
