[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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[J-Pop] Japanese Dance Music That Makes You Want to Move (161–170)
VOICEPerfume
Released in 2010 as Perfume’s 11th single.
The song was used in the “At Nissan Dealers! Campaign” commercial and a “RecoChoku” commercial, and it marked Perfume’s first track with an Asian-inspired flavor.
The music video uses no CGI whatsoever, and the choreography is quintessentially Perfume—highly sophisticated.
Chocolate DiscoPerfume
Released on Valentine’s Day in 2007, this song is notable for its super-cute, distinctive dance.
The choreography is very intricate and hard to copy perfectly, but it’s also fun to perform your own original moves to it.
Perfume’s adorable dance is a must-see.
[J-Pop] Japanese dance music that makes you want to start dancing (171–180)
Ninjari Ban BanKyary Pamyu Pamyu
It was released in 2013 as Kyary Pamyu Pamyu’s fifth single.
The song was used in KDDI/Okinawa Cellular’s “au: Make Surprise the Norm.
‘FULL CONTROL/REAL’” TV commercial, and it’s an oriental electro-pop track with a distinctly Japanese flair.
The song has been highly praised outside Japan as well, and the ninja-inspired dance looks simple but is actually very intricate and quite difficult.
JoyfulDA PUMP
It was released in 1999 as DA PUMP’s seventh single.
The song was used in Descente’s “Athletic Wear” commercial and as the ending theme for TBS’s “Kuenai Yatsu.” It was also the first DA PUMP song without a rap part.
Showcasing a new side of the group, who had previously released many up-tempo tracks, the choreography centers on box dance.
Coming from the Okinawa Actors School, their dance level is said to be very high.
survival dAnce4s4ki
Dance fiercely to survive.
4s4ki’s energetic track is a pep song for making it through our chaotic modern society.
Released in June 2024, the song also drew attention as the TV commercial theme for the mobile game Monster Hunter Now.
A remake of TRF’s classic hit, it features a distinctive vocal style and contemporary electronic sound.
The lyrics champion the importance of living freely, as if speaking directly to you.
It’s a perfect pick for anyone looking to turn up the energy at a weekend party.
HabitSEKAI NO OWARI
This song was written as the theme for the film “Holick xxxHOLiC,” starring Ryunosuke Kamiki and Ko Shibasaki.
The rapid-fire lyrics, coming at you so fast you can barely catch your breath, feel quintessentially SEKAI NO OWARI.
The members’ strange dance performed at a school also became a hot topic, inspiring many creators to imitate the singing and choreography.
Released on CD in June 2022, the track was a massive hit on YouTube as well, reportedly becoming the fastest music video by a Japanese band to reach 100 million views.
It’s an addictive song that draws you in before you realize it, with lyrics that make you pause for a moment and wonder what they mean.
16BOOSTERZTHE RAMPAGE
This track is defined by its exhilarating, fast-paced beat.
Its sound naturally makes listeners want to dance, and when paired with an overwhelmingly energetic dance performance, it has the power to transform the atmosphere on the spot.
THE RAMPAGE from EXILE TRIBE released this song in May 2023.
Produced as the kick-off song for their live tour, it became a hot topic among fans as a rapid-fire dance number.
Wrapped in dazzling lights, it delivers a live-show feel that’s sure to blow away everyday fatigue.
A highly recommended addition to any playlist for getting your body moving.