[Latest & Greatest] A Special Feature on Anime Songs Recommended for Teens

star*frostnonoc

nonoc “star*frost” MV (TV anime “Astra Lost in Space” opening theme)

An anison that makes you want to throw your fist in the air to the beat.

It’s a track by Hokkaido-born singer nonoc, released in 2019, and it served as the opening theme for the anime Astra Lost in Space, which tells the story of boys and girls stranded in outer space.

It’s a mixture rock song built around distorted guitar sounds, and just the sound alone will fire you up! Listen to it before an important match or a big exam—it might boost your concentration! Be sure to enjoy it at high volume!

A hundred flowers in full bloomLila Ikuta

Lilas Ikuta “Profusion of a Hundred Flowers” Official Music Video

A dramatic song by Rira Ikuta that paints a vividly colored future beyond hardship.

The melody, infused with traditional Japanese elements, blends beautifully with the grand sound.

Her translucent vocals and powerful beat deftly express the protagonist’s inner strength and delicate emotions.

Released in December 2024, the track was chosen as the opening theme for the anime “The Apothecary Diaries,” which begins airing in January 2025, and its vibrant jacket photo by Mika Ninagawa also drew attention.

It’s a song not only for anime fans, but one to hear when you’re at a crossroads or feeling lost.

It will surely awaken the courage sleeping in your heart.

Revolutionary JourneyAiNA THE END

AiNA THE END / On the Road of Revolution – On The Way × TV Anime 'Dandadan' [Collaboration Music Video]

The opening theme for season 2 of the popular TV anime Dandadan, known for its unique “occult × youth” world.

Written and composed by Aina The End, who, after her activities with BiSH, has shown a wide range of expression as a solo artist.

The interplay of high-velocity sound and mysterious melody is superb, perfectly matching the atmosphere of the work.

Centered on the theme of fighting to protect what’s precious while harboring a sentimental love, the song, paired with Aina The End’s edgy vocals, stirs the listener’s heart.

Released digitally in July 2025 and later issued on CD as her second single in September of the same year, it’s an upper-tune that will surely give you strength when you need courage to face something.

Hello,world!BUMP OF CHICKEN

BUMP OF CHICKEN「Hello,world!」

Blood Blockade Battlefront is a manga by Yasuhiro Nightow that was serialized in Jump SQ and adapted into a TV anime in 2015.

The opening theme is “Hello,world!” by BUMP OF CHICKEN, which reached No.

2 on the Oricon Weekly Chart.

Kiss DiamondWEAVER

WEAVER – Kiss Diamond (Music Video)

Yamada-kun and the Seven Witches is a manga by Miki Yoshikawa that was serialized in Weekly Shonen Magazine, and many people may know it because it was also adapted into a live-action drama.

The opening theme of the TV anime version is Weaver’s “Kuchizuke Diamond,” which peaked at No.

25 on the Oricon charts.

Cherry blossoms in full, resplendent bloomKEYTALK

KEYTALK – “Ouka Ranman” MUSIC VIDEO

RIN-NE is a manga by Rumiko Takahashi, who has produced many popular works such as Urusei Yatsura and Maison Ikkoku.

This song was used as the opening theme for the first season of the TV anime, and it reached No.

23 on the Oricon chart.

Future ConnectionЯeal

Future Connection

This is a high-velocity rock tune crafted by the girls’ rock band ЯeaL! Featured as the opening theme for Pokémon Sun & Moon, the song’s sparkling sound and emotional melody really strike a chord.

If you listen closely to the lyrics, they portray the courage to take a step toward the light despite carrying anxieties, and the strong bonds with companions—doesn’t it feel exactly like the relationship between Pokémon and their Trainers? The track was released as a single in May 2018 and was later included on the album Light Up Ambivalenz.

It’s a refreshing, positivity-filled song that gently gives a push to anyone chasing their dreams.

It’s packed with elements that heat up your heart just by listening!