[J-Pop] Japanese dance music that makes you want to start dancing
Dance music used to mean music from overseas, but lately there’s been more Japanese dance music, and artists’ dance skills have been improving too.
There are now tons of songs that blend Western influences while making the most of the beauty of Japanese lyrics.
We’ve put together a big collection of Japanese dance tracks that will get you hyped!
Dance is shifting from something underground to something mainstream, and I’d be thrilled if it becomes even more commonplace from here on out.
We’ve lined up dance tracks that will make you want to move your body, so find your favorites and let’s all start dancing while we listen!
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[Japanese Music] Japanese Dance Music That Makes You Want to Start Dancing (81–90)
EZ DO DANCETRF
When it comes to dance, this is the song.
It’s a track from the ’90s, but lately it’s been getting attention as a dance workout tune.
The choreography is dynamic, so if you can nail it sharply, it looks really cool, and the song evokes the kind of dance that was popular during the bubble era.
Dancing HeroYoko Oginome
It became a hot topic because it was the song the Tomioka High School dance club performed.
The original is Yoko Oginome’s dance, so the choreography is simple.
The song itself is considered old, but since it’s been featured on TV a lot recently, I think people of all ages can get excited about it.
chantAdo
The song sung by Ado became the theme song for Universal Studios Japan’s Halloween event.
Since the same composers who worked on “Odo” handled this track, you can sense a connection between them.
In particular, the way the music unfolds rapidly while keeping an infectious groove that makes you want to start dancing is, as with “Odo,” its greatest appeal.
The lyrics, which feature many complex kanji, are not only pleasing to the ear as pure sound, but also heighten the sense of excitement even further.
Wave (ANIMAL HACK Remix) (feat. Kouta Kaneko)N.I.L 1979
This is a track from Kouta Kaneko’s solo project, a member of KFK who sadly disbanded in 2019.
The Wave E.
P carries a pleasant sway and is recommended for laid-back, mature dance scenes.
As the title suggests, why not surrender yourself to sounds that evoke the waves?
UFO-mie feat.The Hair Kid – original mixPC Music Club
A floor-shaking track that depicts an encounter with aliens! This song is included on the album “For The Aliens EP,” released by Pasocom Music Club in November 2023.
Through an exchange with an extraterrestrial DJ, it expresses the universal power of music.
Its unique fusion of electronic and house is sure to ignite the club scene.
The rhythm patterns inspired by the Fibonacci sequence are striking, giving listeners the sensation of being whisked away on a cosmic journey.
Perfect for anyone looking to light up a weekend party! Dance with your friends and you might just feel a little extraterrestrial yourself.
Be sure to experience it at a club.
OtonokeCreepy Nuts
This track leads music and the occult into a realm no one could have imagined.
Released in October 2024, the opening theme for the TV anime “Dandadan” brilliantly captures Creepy Nuts’ unique worldview.
DJ Matsunaga’s beats fuse with R-Shitei’s eerily tinged rap, deftly portraying how music can possess the human heart.
Deeply reflecting the anime’s atmosphere, the track is perfect not only for hip-hop fans but also for those who love the occult and horror.
By listening to this piece, you’re sure to experience the transcendent power of music.
[J-Pop] Japanese Dance Music That Makes You Want to Start Dancing (91–100)
free spaceGadoro
GADORO delivers a standout track that radiates a deep affection for music and a distinctive way of enjoying it.
Set over a sound that incorporates elements of club music, the lyrics unfold with sharp observations of everyday life and a unique point of view.
It paints a portrait of someone who prefers chain-restaurant meals and casual fashion over a life of luxury, embedding a down-to-earth sensibility as its message.
Included on the album TAKANABE, released in April 2024, the song’s music video features comedian Machiura Pink, bringing its humor-filled world to life on screen.
It’s a recommended listen for winding down at the end of the day or when you want to reconnect with your true self.