[J-Pop] Cool dance track. Dance music everyone can groove to.
For those who want tracks that get you hyped or are hunting for cool songs to practice dance to, this feature is for you!
In this article, we’ve rounded up stylish dance music from the Japanese scene.
From energetic, heart-pumping numbers to cutting-edge, innovative, and cool works, there’s plenty to explore.
Our editorial staff—some of whom are active dancers—have confidently picked songs that make you say, “This is cool!” regardless of release date, so you might even find a few that bring back memories.
Be sure to read through to the end!
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[J-Pop] Cool dance tracks. Dance music everyone can groove to (71–80)
T.G.I. Friday NightTravis Japan
Armed with outstanding dance skills, Travis Japan continues to work energetically overseas.
Have you listened to their “T.
G.
I.
Friday Night” yet? It’s a breezy pop song that celebrates the joy of Friday night.
Why not give it a listen when you’re about to dive into the weekend? Both Japanese and English versions have been released, so be sure to check them out.
Also, don’t miss the choreography by s**t kingz.
E-NERGY BOYSDA PUMP
A track with an energetic beat and a catchy melody.
DA PUMP’s hip-hop–based style is showcased to the fullest.
Released in February 2024, it was also chosen as the theme song for the anime “BUCCHIGIRI?!”.
Expressing youth and a spirit of challenge through music, this piece energizes its listeners.
It’s perfect for when you want to fire yourself up or hype things up with friends.
Packed with DA PUMP’s timeless appeal—be sure to check it out.
Use Your BodyDA PUMP
A DA PUMP track that ISSA himself praises as a “lively song where Japanese and English blend seamlessly.
” It was released in February 2024 and was chosen as the theme song for the drama premiere series Black Girls Talk.
With love and passion as its themes, it features a catchy melody and an upbeat dance rhythm.
In addition to a brisk, confident vocal recording, the music video is said to be a fun, polished piece.
Filmed at Nasu Highland Park, the MV evokes an American-style amusement park with a cinematic, retro atmosphere.
Listening to the song and watching the MV will make you want to step out of your everyday life and express your emotions with your whole body.
[J-Pop] Cool dance tracks. Dance music everyone can groove to (81–90)
SWITCHRyosuke Yamada
It’s a dance tune with a captivating, exotic vibe! This work, released by Ryosuke Yamada as a solo artist for the first time in about 12 years, explores themes of pursuing one’s values and freedom.
The lyrics question the images imposed by society, convey a drive to discover a new self, and express a resolve to keep taking on challenges.
Its addictive melody and delicate vocal work are also compelling.
Be sure to listen closely and savor it.
NEW DANCEXG
An irresistibly bright track that fills you with excitement and makes you want to dance! Featured on XG’s mini-album “NEW DNA,” released in August 2023, it expresses the joy and freedom of enjoying a new dance.
Its lively instrumental stands out with featured guitar riffs and hi-hat sounds.
The piece carries a message celebrating friendship and unity, along with the importance of self-expression.
Dance to it together at your school festival, and it’s sure to become an unforgettable memory.
Be sure to dance with your friends and share some positive energy!
AGEHAGENERATIONS from EXILE TRIBE
This is a signature track by the dance and vocal group GENERATIONS from EXILE TRIBE, known for its energetic beats and melodies.
Released in March 2016, it reached No.
2 on the Oricon weekly chart.
The lyrics carry positive messages of self-realization and breaking limits, giving listeners courage and hope.
With its powerful sound and strong lyrics, it feels like a push forward—perfect for boosting motivation.
The song is highly danceable and will make you want to move as you listen.
It’s an ideal pick when you want to believe in yourself and move forward, or when you’re ready to take on something new.
Don’t Stop80KIDZ
A track with heavy use of vocoder, a disco-like bassline, and a techno-tinged approach—true to their Balearic style—where a sharp, urban piano tone gently envelops the ears.
It’s an 80kidz song released digitally in July 2019.
If you talk about the duo who, at the height of the French electro boom, were the only act from Japan to break out globally, it’s these two—though technically they were a trio at the time.
The female member MAYU left in 2009.
Even so, they only became more energetic in their activities, releasing many works and turning into a band that gigs around the world.