Stylish songs that teens listen to. Recommended trending Japanese music.
Aren’t teenagers especially tuned in to current trends and fads? With the spread of social media like TikTok, there are more opportunities than ever to discover all kinds of music.
This time, I’d like to introduce some stylish tracks from among those songs! From polished, emotional pieces to tracks with standout worldbuilding, there’s a wide range of chic music.
I’ll be covering everything from viral hits everyone knows to songs I’d recommend to teens, so I hope you find a new favorite!
Trendy, stylish songs that teens listen to. Recommended Japanese tracks (1–10)
Bunny GirlAKASAKI
AKASAKI, who went viral on TikTok and gained nationwide popularity, is likely a very familiar artist to many teens, being of the same generation.
Their fourth single, released in October 2024 while still in high school, is a stylish work that blends the vibe of Showa-era pop with a modern sound.
The song centers on the fragile emotions that sway at the beginning of a romance.
By taking on the role of a “bunny girl” as night falls, it deftly portrays the hesitation and inner conflict of revealing one’s true self to another.
The track made a major impact beyond being just a social media hit, reaching No.
6 on the Billboard Japan Hot 100.
It gently accompanies the complex emotions of love, so give it a listen on nights when you want to be alone with your thoughts.
HOWLAyumu Imazu
Singer-songwriter Ayumu Imazu, who has been immersed in music since childhood and honed his craft while studying in New York, is drawing attention for his versatility—handling everything from songwriting and composition to dance choreography himself.
This track, newly written as the opening theme for the TV anime “Let’s Go to Karaoke!” and set for release in July 2025, pairs a driving, night-run energy with an emotive melody for a distinctly stylish vibe.
The song portrays the unique struggles of adolescence and the complex feelings that mix the joy and confusion of being needed by someone, drawing listeners in with its delicate expression.
This dance number, which balances coolness and pop appeal, is sure to lift your mood—perfect for listening on your commute to school.
ObsessedAyumu Imazu
Ayumu Imazu, who writes and composes his own songs and even choreographs his dances, is drawing attention as a Gen Z global artist.
His release from January 2024 is a pop tune themed around the sweet, bittersweet feeling of falling for someone right away.
While bewildered by his own tendency to fall in love easily, he expresses in down-to-earth words how he becomes more and more captivated when the other person seems too perfect.
Before its official release, the demo went viral on TikTok, and it sparked a worldwide boom after top Asian artists—starting with SEVENTEEN—showcased the dance.
Its laid-back, chill sound and pleasant melody also make it a perfect BGM to liven up conversations with friends.
Blue JeansHANA
Produced by Chanmina, HANA is one of today’s most talked-about girl groups.
When their debut single “ROSE” was released in April 2025, it topped the Billboard JAPAN Hot 100.
Among HANA’s songs, the one I especially recommend is their second single—the group’s first mid-tempo ballad love song.
The highlight of this track is, above all, its lyrical world.
You want to stay true to yourself like a pair of well-worn jeans, yet in front of the person you like, your confidence falters and jealousy creeps in.
It paints a picture of those bittersweet late-night feelings of love.
Many listeners will likely relate to the anxious thought of not knowing when you’ll see each other next.
It’s a stylish and emotional piece that also features a collaboration with the casual brand DIESEL.
breakfastMrs. GREEN APPLE
This song has been used since June 2025 as the theme for Fuji TV’s information program “Sun! Shine.” The full-on choreography—making you think, “Does Mrs.
GREEN APPLE dance this much?”—has become a hot topic, but above all it’s a refreshing morning-perfect anthem.
The track isn’t merely cheerful; it portrays the struggles of imperfect everyday life and the resolve of “All right, let’s get to it today,” and that depth feels very true to them.
This is the third time Mrs.
GREEN APPLE has handled a theme for a Fuji TV information program.
It’s a stylish, emotional number that will surely put you in a positive mood before school, even on slightly gloomy mornings.
naporiVaundy
Singer-songwriter Vaundy, who has garnered attention for his multifaceted talent spanning from songwriting and composing to visual production.
This track, included on his May 2020 album “strobo,” is also known as the song used in the commercial for Bourbon’s Alfort Mini Chocolate.
Its intimate vocals and minimal sound delicately capture the anxiety and emotional wavering that lurk within peaceful moments with a lover.
The worldview, which cherishes the fleeting “now” precisely because it is ephemeral, makes you want to sink into it alone late at night.
With total streams surpassing 300 million, this mellow pop tune became a long-running hit, resonating widely with its chill atmosphere.
Friday NightNatori
Singer-songwriter Natori, who made a major impact on the music scene with the 2022 smash hit “Overdose.” Released in March 2023, the track was featured in a Spotify brand commercial and became a hot topic.
Set on a weekend night, its lyrics weave together resignation toward an unfulfilling relationship and an earnest longing for love as it is, gripping listeners and not letting go.
Natori’s characteristically rich, low-register voice accentuates the song’s ennui-laced, fleeting atmosphere.
The fact that the demo surpassed one million plays even before release speaks to its high level of attention.
Also included on the album “Gekijou,” it’s a cool pop tune perfect for nights when you want to feel a little more grown-up.