Anime songs to listen to on Halloween: Theme and insert songs from anime about yokai and ghosts
When it comes to October events, Halloween is the first that comes to mind! It’s become a familiar annual tradition, and every year lots of Halloween songs by Japanese artists are released.
In this article, we’re picking out anime songs that will amplify the fun Halloween vibe! We’ll introduce tracks that are perfect as BGM for parties with your anime-loving friends or for karaoke.
If you’re stumped on a Halloween costume, these might even spark some ideas! Be sure to read to the end!
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Anime songs to listen to on Halloween: Theme songs and insert songs from anime about yokai and ghosts (21–30)
Yo-kai Exercise No. 1Dream5
Speaking of Halloween, you think of ghosts—and when you think of ghosts, you think of yokai! This is the song that was used as the first ending theme for the anime Yokai Watch and became a social phenomenon.
Its lyrics comically blame everyday mishaps—like being sleepy in the morning or forgetting things—on cheeky yokai, a worldview that absolutely captivated children.
The track was released in April 2014 as Dream5’s 12th single, Break Out / Yo-kai Taiso Daiichi.
It was so popular it even received the Special Award at that year’s Japan Record Awards.
It’s more of an “exercise routine” than a dance, really (lol).
The moves are super simple and fun, making it perfect for dancing on TikTok in your Halloween costume.
It’s a guaranteed hit at parties with kids!
Dancing stars on me!μ’s
If you want to hype up any event—not just Halloween—you can’t go wrong with a dance tune! “Dancing stars on me!” is a track used as an insert song in the anime Love Live!.
Its catchy yet grand sound is captivating, and as you listen, you’ll naturally start to feel energized.
The lyrics, which convey the message “Let’s live true to ourselves!”, are positive and uplifting.
By the way, the theme of this song is actually Halloween.
Anime songs to listen to on Halloween: Theme songs and insert songs from anime about yokai and ghosts (31–40)
This is HalloweenThe Citizens of Halloween
This is a song from the 1993 musical animated film The Nightmare Before Christmas.
Even people who haven’t seen the movie often know this song—around Halloween, you hear it playing in all sorts of places.
Gyororing♪Nanami
This is a track by the highly skilled singer nanami, featured as the opening theme for the TV anime Yo-kai Watch ♪.
With fun, chant-like phrases repeating throughout, it’s a catchy number that sticks in your head after just one listen.
The lyrics carry the warm, series-wide message that nothing is impossible when you walk together with your friends.
Whether you’re feeling down or listening first thing in the morning, it’s sure to lift your spirits.
A happy anime song that the whole family can enjoy.
Flower of the AbyssEiko Shimamiya
It’s the opening theme of the anime Higurashi no Naku Koro ni Kai.
It’s a highly crafted horror song that even uses reversed audio in the backing track.
With its chilling, fear-laden vibe that sends a shiver down your spine, it’s perfect for Halloween.
Serious LOVE 1000%ST☆RISH
I think a lively electronic tune is perfect for any event! It’s the ending theme of the anime Uta no☆Prince-sama♪ Maji LOVE 1000%, which is based on a romance adventure game.
It was a trend on the internet for a while, so many people might have heard it.
With its sparkling idol-song style, just listening to it will lift your spirits! It has the power to blow away your worries and anxieties! It’s sure to make Halloween night incredibly exciting.
Song of Pumpkin PuddingAya Uchida
It’s an insert song from the 2009 sci-fi anime Kiddy GiRL-AND.
The vocals are by Aya Uchida, who plays the protagonist, Ascoeur.
The lyrics, sung from the perspective of a pumpkin pudding and expressing a maiden’s feelings, are extremely cute.