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!
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Wanna beteddyloid
Producer TeddyLoid, known for electronic music and his work on anime and game soundtracks, has created this ambitious new track as the opening theme for the TV anime “Tōjima Tanzaburō Wants to Be Kamen Rider,” airing from October 2025.
Featuring Shigeru Matsuzaki and TOPHAMHAT-KYO, the song pairs a powerful four-on-the-floor beat—channeling the fervor of a hero-struck protagonist—with razor-sharp synth leads.
In the chorus, Matsuzaki’s soaring high notes explode, sonically amplifying the series’ central theme of transformation.
A must-listen for fans of hero stories!
Renaselle SerenadeMomoiro Clover Z
This song was chosen as the opening theme for Season 3 of the anime That Time I Got Reincarnated as a Slime.
Momoiro Clover Z’s poppy vocals and catchy arrangement make a strong impression.
The lyrics, which explore the meaning of life and the choices we make, resonate deeply with listeners.
Released in August 2024, it came as a set including a single CD and a Blu-ray, with irresistible bonus items for fans.
The track meshes perfectly with the anime’s world and is sure to give many listeners a boost.
BlessingYOASOBI
Released in October 2022, this song drew attention as the opening theme for the anime Mobile Suit Gundam: The Witch from Mercury.
Based on Ichiro Okouchi’s original novella cradle planet, the lyrics reflect the bond between the protagonist Suletta and the Gundam Aerial.
Infused with determination for the future and a wish for coexistence, the lyrics convey a strength that says we can support each other no matter which path we choose.
The dramatic development woven by the driving sound and ikura’s clear, translucent vocals is sure to set your heart ablaze.
Featured on the album THE BOOK 3, the track peaked at No.
2 on the Billboard Japan Hot 100 and has surpassed 100 million views on YouTube.
It’s an energetic number we highly recommend to fans of the Gundam series and anyone seeking a powerful, message-driven song.
Protect the LightSpitz
Released in October 2025 as a digital single—the first in about two and a half years—it serves as the opening theme for the TV anime SPY×FAMILY Season 3.
Masamune Kusano commented, “While it’s a work whose comical and cute depictions are fun, I wanted the song to face the sorrow that flows at the root of the story rather than run from it,” and true to his words, the sound beautifully captures a world where poignancy and hope intersect.
The rich arrangement, co-produced with Seiji Kameda, is also a highlight, with horn sections and organ adding vivid color.
It gently gives a push to the courage to protect what matters most.
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Released in October as CHiCO with HoneyWorks’ 19th single, this track serves as the opening theme for the TV anime “Kimi to Koete Koi ni Naru.” Its lyrics, which candidly express the desire to reach out and the fluttering feelings that defy words, leave a strong impression.
The lines depicting a love that overflows beyond logic bring back the moment you first fell for someone.
It’s a highly recommended song for anyone who wants to rekindle those sweet and bittersweet memories of youth.
You're crazy.WurtS
It’s an ending theme that aligns perfectly with the world of the anime Dandadan, where the occult and youth collide at a dizzying pace.
Crafted by singer-songwriter WurtS, the song gives voice to characters bewildered by sudden blossoming feelings and driven by impulses that defy reason.
Its sound layers a pop rhythm with electronic beats and breezy guitars, as if packing the sparkle and confusion of adolescence into music.
The creative background—resonating deeply with the original work while telling its own story—adds further depth to the track.
Released in July 2025, this song colors the ending of Dandadan Season 2.
It captures the raw heat of a romance just beginning, when you can’t help but be fixated on someone.
PlatformUru
Singer-songwriter Uru, who has captivated many listeners with her mysterious presence.
Written as the opening theme for the TV anime “Eikyuu no Yuugure,” this piece features a light, pop-tinged ensemble that feels wonderfully comfortable.
The lyrics—conveying a message to someone dear that the essence of “love” never changes, no matter the form—are also compelling.
Set for digital release in October 2025, it’s an upbeat track whose refreshing melody gives you a gentle push forward.