[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 Start Dancing (41–50)
GOD_iNumber_i
This track is drawing attention with its catchy melody and sophisticated beat.
Produced by Yuta Kishi and themed around the courage to face oneself, it features a poignant topline and a chorus beat that leaves a strong impression.
It’s an ambitious work that breaks new ground for Number_i, setting it apart from their previous songs.
Released in January 2025, the track became a key work commemorating the group’s first anniversary.
Under Yuta Kishi’s production, it offers a fresh musicality with an adventurous edge.
The sound, which conveys both power and mystique, is perfect for dance performances, and the chorus choreography features distinctive moves that make you want to try them yourself.
[J-Pop] Japanese Dance Music That Makes You Want to Get Up and Dance (51–60)
Pon de SKY, Pon de STARDA PUMP
It’s a positive cheer song that gives you a push and tells you there’s nothing to fear.
Performed by the dance-vocal group DA PUMP, it’s included on their album “BACK 2 DA UNITY,” released in July 2025.
The track was chosen as the theme song for the drama “Asakusa Last-Boss Grandma.” Produced by m.
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A·T, its sound fuses reggae and Latin influences, and its uplifting lyrics boost your mood.
It’s perfect for those moments when you want to take a new step forward.
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It’s an ultra-positive dance track that fully embraces and celebrates your true self.
This song is the lead track from M!LK’s album “M!Ⅹ,” produced to mark the group’s 10th anniversary and set for release in March 2025.
Riding on a poppy, danceable sound, it carries a warm message that gently gives listeners a push forward—so lovely! The piece also offers a sense of comfort, like having your friends always by your side.
It’s incredibly approachable and perfect for performances at events or parties! With easy-to-copy choreography, it’s sure to bring the whole venue together in excitement.
Matsuken Samba IIKen Matsudaira
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A signature song by Ken Matsudaira that sparked a social phenomenon with its lavish, glittering gold kimono and irresistibly cheerful performance.
Though billed as a samba, it blends elements from various Latin music traditions—like flamenco-style calls—creating a sheer, no-logic-needed sense of fun.
The upbeat, unforgettable melody lifts your spirits from the first listen! Released as a mini-album in July 2004, it was also performed at the 55th NHK Kohaku Uta Gassen that same year.
Whether on social media or at year-end parties and events, get everyone dancing and the excitement is guaranteed to hit the roof!
MR.TAXIGirls' Generation
Released in 2011 as Girls’ Generation’s third single, it was used in Morinaga Milk’s Lipton commercial and reached No.
2 on the Oricon Weekly Singles Chart.
As Girls’ Generation’s first original Japanese song, its choreography includes a steering-wheel motion to represent driving a taxi.
The sexy, cool dance sparked a wave of people imitating it.
parallel linesNogizaka46
This song, Parallel Lines, is included as a coupling track on Nogizaka46’s 23rd single released in May 2019.
It’s a straightforward love song and idol song—fresh and so catchy it makes you want to start dancing.
The music video was reportedly filmed with most of a shopping street and town in Ibaraki Prefecture reserved for the shoot.
The scenes of them dancing in the middle of town during the chorus are irresistibly cute—you’ll want to imitate them.
It’s the kind of dance tune that makes even viewers feel like breaking into a dance.
Silent majorityKeyakizaka46
This is Keyakizaka46’s debut song.
Since many members were new to dance, the choreography features many basic movements, making it easy to perform, but the clever formations make it visually striking.
It was popular, so many people know it, and I think it will get the crowd excited.