Released in 2013 exclusively for the Nintendo 3DS, Yo-kai Watch garnered overwhelming support from children and went on to become a massive hit across comics, anime, films, and related merchandise.
Not only the game and anime content but also its catchy theme song became a hot topic, sparking a nationwide “Yo-kai Watch boom” in Japan, with people dancing along to the song.
This time, we’re highlighting some of the most popular tracks from Yo-kai Watch!
We’ll introduce them along with piano performance videos and recommended piano sheet music that you can download right away!
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A Big Collection of Popular Yo-kai Watch Songs! Recommended Piano Sheet Music All in One (1–10)
VS Japanese-style YokaiSaigō Ken’ichirō
“VS Japanese-style Yokai,” the track that left a powerful impact as the BGM when mid-to-large bosses appear in the Yo-kai Watch games.
Its gallant tone and strong sense of resolve in battle captured the hearts of Yo-kai Watch fans, making it so popular that many say, “It’s my favorite song in the game!” The piano sheet music for intermediate to advanced players features many notes and is quite a challenging arrangement, but the thicker the sound, the cooler the piece feels—so be sure to give it a try!
SakuramachiSaigō Ken’ichirō
Sakuramachi, a town with a nostalgic Showa-era atmosphere where the protagonist time-slips to in the game Yo-kai Watch.
The track “Sakuramachi” that plays on this stage is a gentle piece whose simple, nostalgic feel soothes the heart.
It’s a calming sound you wouldn’t expect from a fighting game’s BGM, and it pairs perfectly with the warm tone of the piano! Use the pedal to create smoothness, and try playing the simple melody with a soft tone, note by note.
The key is to avoid rushing forward—play as if you’re grounding each beat firmly.
Theme of Yo-kai WatchSaigō Ken’ichirō
The main theme from the game, Yo-kai Watch Theme, could be called the most iconic track for Yo-kai Watch fans.
It’s a hugely popular piece, with piano performance videos flooded with comments like “So nostalgic it makes me cry” and “It brings back memories from back then.” Being able to play the music from a game you were obsessed with on the piano is deeply moving! Why not enjoy an arrangement that’s a bit different from the in-game electronic sounds, performed with the classical resonance of the piano?
Final Battle — Are you ready, squid?!Saigō Ken’ichirō
“Last Battle – Brace Yourself, Squid!!!,” the intensely impactful BGM for the final boss Chairman Ika-Kamone in the Nintendo 3DS game Yo-kai Watch 1.
With a thrilling, powerful sound, it’s hailed by gamers as a god-tier track.
In a piano arrangement, it retains the original’s intensity while delivering an even more moving performance.
The prelude, in particular, feels like film music! Rather than just an in-game insert, why not enjoy performing it as a grand, standalone piece?
Laughing out loud to the festival musicKingu Kurīmusōda
Gera Gera Po in the Festival Groove, which was used as the opening theme for the game Yo-kai Watch 2: Ganso and reached No.
2 on the Oricon charts.
With a catchy melody that evokes the feel of enka, rap-style phrases, and sounds that bring a festival atmosphere to life, the song is packed with elements that make a strong impact and never bore the listener.
In the piano score we’re introducing, the rap sections are arranged as arpeggios, resulting in a very luxurious finish.
To keep it from becoming just a string of notes, try humming the original rap and play with a lively groove!
Gerappo Dance TrainKingu Kurīmusōda
King Cream Soda’s “Gerapo Dance Train,” used as the opening theme for the anime Yo-kai Watch and as the main theme and in-game insert music for the Nintendo 3DS game Yo-kai Watch 2: Shinuchi, became an immensely popular track among children! Based on the melody of “Gera Gera Po no Uta,” it’s arranged as a dance number and finished with a disco vibe.
When playing it on the piano, be sure to keep the groove of the original by emphasizing syncopated rhythms and accents!
Yo-kai Exercise No. 1Dream5
Yokai Exercise No.
1 by Dream5, the first ending theme of the anime Yo-kai Watch, captivated people of all ages with its cute and comical choreography.
Its catchy lyrics and easy-to-learn moves made it a smash hit, and it became a popular choice for school sports days and performances.
A wide range of piano sheet music has been published as well, from simple arrangements that beginners can enjoy to complex versions for advanced players, so you can pick the score that suits you best.
Why not enjoy playing it on the piano while nostalgically recalling the time when it seemed to be playing somewhere almost every day?