Only famous artists! Anime songs that energize the Reiwa era
When it comes to anime songs, in the Showa era there were many child-oriented tracks made specifically for each anime, while in the Heisei era there were many tie-in songs that often had little to do with the anime’s storyline.
In contrast, these days there are more and more songs written for anime that have also become signature hits for the artists themselves.
This may well be because Japanese anime has gained popularity overseas.
So this time, we’ll be introducing songs that serve as theme songs for some of Japan’s most iconic anime works!
All-Star Artists Only! Anime Songs That Energize the Reiwa Era (1–10)
Please let me pass.NEW!Nao Toyama
Sung by Nao Toyama, this is the opening theme for the TV anime Kakuriyo no Yadomeshi II.
Released in November 2025, the song was written and composed by Masayoshi Oishi.
It’s a fast-paced pop tune with a Japanese flair that musically depicts human connections and a sense of belonging, set in the otherworld of Kakuriyo.
A lively, celebratory anisong!
Kaikai KitanEVE
A digital download-only single released in December 2020 by Eve, an artist active mainly online as a singer and Vocaloid producer.
Chosen as the opening theme for the TV anime Jujutsu Kaisen, the track vividly captures a fighting spirit that battles through a chaotic world.
Its ensemble builds momentum from the first verse, and the thrilling yet catchy arrangement evokes the sound of a new era.
With over 300 million streams, it has become a popular song embraced by a wide audience, from children to adults.
idolYOASOBI
YOASOBI’s music, which continues to shake up the music industry, has once again been chosen as an anime opening theme.
This track, created based on a newly written novel by the original author, incorporates hip-hop elements while delivering a pop song with a gothic rock flair.
Released in June 2023, it sparked major buzz both in Japan and abroad, becoming the first Japanese song to top the Billboard Global Excl.
U.
S.
chart.
It might be difficult to sing at karaoke, but it’s a highly recommended track for those who want to immerse themselves in the world of its lyrics.
KICK BACKKenshi Yonezu
Kenshi Yonezu, a singer-songwriter who’s taken the J-pop scene by storm with his modern musicality.
His 13th single, written as the theme song for the TV anime Chainsaw Man, was born from a collaboration with Daiki Tsuneta of King Gnu.
Released in October 2022, the track fuses energetic rock with elements of drum’n’bass, featuring a fast tempo and a structure that makes frequent use of key changes.
Its gritty vocals and hysteric arrangement align with the anime’s worldview and really amp up the excitement.
It’s also a surefire crowd-pleaser for year-end and New Year party entertainment.
Adult Chick Childrenyama
A high-velocity arrangement that grabs your ears—the opening theme for the TV anime “SANDA.” yama’s razor-sharp vocals confront the universal question: What does it mean to become an adult? Simply growing older doesn’t make you one, but having youth doesn’t make you a child either.
The song vividly captures the struggle with change and the pains of growth.
It will be available digitally in October 2025, with a CD release in December.
Don’t miss the chance to experience yama’s undeniable coolness!
MonsterNEW!Da-iCE
An aggressive track by Da-iCE where their heavy sound and explosive vocals take center stage.
Released in October 2025 as the opening theme for the TV anime “Monster Strike: Deadverse Reloaded,” this self-produced song features lyrics and composition contributions from members Tetsuya Iwaoka and Hayate Wada.
Its dynamic arrangement fuses a pop melody with hip-hop and electronic beats, perfectly matching the anime’s worldview.
The lyrics, themed around inner ambition and impulse, are sure to resonate with anyone striving to break through their limits.
Be sure to check out this energetic dance number.
Zankyo SankaAimer
Aimer’s 20th single, used as the opening theme for the anime Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba – Entertainment District Arc.
Its fast-paced arrangement featuring brass and piano is layered with Aimer’s signature husky vocals, creating a finish that evokes the loves and hates lurking beneath a glamorous world.
Released digitally in advance in December 2021, the song reached No.
1 for downloads and No.
1 for streaming on the Billboard Japan Songs Chart.
The lyrics, which convey a message of carrying hope while overcoming painful pasts and inner conflicts, are sure to resonate powerfully with listeners.