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A medley of crowd-pleasing classics. Iconic Japanese songs and recommended popular tracks.

DancerFukkun:)Tatsuki Fukuda
Primarily active in Tokyo, I have experience as a backup dancer for artists, a music video dancer, and a commercial dancer. I continue to work as a dancer while also engaging in article production. After discovering Michael Jackson in junior high school, I began dancing in my second year of high school. Since starting dance, in addition to the J-Pop and Japanese rock I had been listening to, I began exploring Western R&B, rap, alternative music, and other tracks commonly used for dance. In elementary school, I spent three years in a choir, and because I love singing, I often go to karaoke for fun. These days, I enjoy a wide range of music, from Japanese rock and rap to K-pop.

Doesn’t your heart feel warm with memories when you listen to a medley of nostalgic J-pop hits? Timeless masterpieces that continue to be loved are filled with special moments etched into our memories.

In this article, we’ve gathered popular Japanese songs that anyone will find themselves humming along to.

From theme songs of TV anime and dramas, to unforgettable tracks once heard on the radio, and timeless classics that still shine today, we present a collection of gems cherished across generations.

An exciting medley of classic hits. Iconic J‑Pop songs and recommended popular tracks (31–40)

Christmas EveTatsuro Yamashita

It’s now such a classic winter song that there’s hardly anyone who doesn’t know it.

When the single was first released, its highest position was only No.

44 on the Oricon chart, but after it was used in a JR Tokai commercial, its popularity surged.

Tatsuro Yamashita himself has reportedly commented, “This song will become my signature piece.”

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Sakura (Solo)Naotaro Moriyama

Naotaro Moriyama – Sakura (Solo)

Sakura (Solo) by Naotaro Moriyama

This is one of Naotaro Moriyama’s signature songs, with lyrics and a beautiful melody that linger in the heart—turning the current parting into a prologue for what comes next, just as the scattering cherry blossoms will bloom in full again.

It has now secured a solid place as one of the standard songs for graduation ceremonies.

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FUNK FUJIYAMAKome Kome Club

A hit song by Kome Kome Club that was also used in a commercial.

It’s quintessentially Kome Kome Club, a highly entertainment-driven track.

With lyrics from a foreigner’s perspective—like “harakiri,” “kamikaze,” and “Fujiyama”—and a funny music video, it’s Kome Kome Club at their best and an absolute blast.

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If IHanabusa Sekitori

Hana Sekitori - If It Were Up to Me

If I had Sekitori Hana

If I were to have a child, it might sound idealistic, but I’d want to show them infinite possibilities and a bright future.

I think everyone feels that way.

However, in a sense, this song sings of the opposite kind of love.

The world is by no means a good place, but I want you to live strong.

It delivers that sentiment with heartfelt passion.

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[J-POP CAFE] Classic J-POP arranged in Jazz & Bossa Nova! CAFE MUSIC J-POP Medley!!

【Cafe Music】JAPANESE POPS – Jazz & Bossa Nova Instrumental Music – Background Music

[J-POP CAFE] Classic J-POP arranged in Jazz & Bossa Nova! CAFE MUSIC J-POP Medley!!

Watch “【J-POP CAFE】Classic J-POP arranged in Jazz & Bossa Nova!! CAFE MUSIC J-POP Medley!!” on YouTube

This is a medley of J-pop arranged into jazz styles like bossa nova.

It’s full of classic hits, and with its soft-touch jazz arrangements, it’s perfect as BGM for cafes and bars.

It will help create a calm, sophisticated atmosphere.

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Exciting medley of classic hits. Japanese masterpieces and recommended popular songs (41–50)

A world without tearsAAA

AAA / “A World Without Tears” Music Video (short ver.)

A World Without Tears AAA

Their 52nd single.

With this song, they won the Excellence Work Award at the 58th Japan Record Awards.

Member Chiaki Ito announced her marriage and pregnancy in 2017, and also announced she would leave the group in March of the same year.

The release of “Magic” was set for February, making it the last single by the seven-member lineup including Ito.

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I don't need wings.AKB48

[MV full] Tsubasa wa Iranai / AKB48 [Official]

We don't need wings AKB48

It was the best-selling single of 2016 and achieved double million sales.

This release included a voting ticket for the 8th AKB General Election.

Whether AKB48’s popularity had yet to wane or not, they continued to dominate the top spots of the music charts in 2016.

However, rival groups Nogizaka46 and Keyakizaka46 also ranked high that year, so there was anticipation for what kind of competition 2017 would bring.

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