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[Recommended for women in their 30s] Japanese hit songs that hype up karaoke

Accompanist / Piano InstructorYuri
Accompanist pianist × piano instructor × web writer. I began piano lessons at age four and, inspired by my piano teacher, decided to pursue music. I went on to specialized music programs in high school and university, where I discovered the appeal of accompanying instrumentalists and singers. Currently, alongside teaching piano, I work mainly in my home region of Aichi as an accompanist for flute, voice, choir, and more. Through lessons, my students often introduce me to trending songs, and my hobby is trying anything on the piano—Japanese and Western pop, commercial jingles, and beyond. Since 2021, I’ve also been active as a web writer, covering music and a variety of other genres.
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A person from the melodic hardcore boom generation who loves music, photography, and eating. I’ve been going to live houses for over 20 years. I’m at the age where summer festivals are starting to feel tough physically. I sometimes try shooting live photos and videos for MVs. I’m not great at English, so I often listen to straightforward Japanese rock that hits directly, but if someone recommends something, I’ll listen to anything—Western or Japanese—broadly and casually. I like cooking while listening to music; it’s a nice way to relieve stress.

Among women in their 30s, many probably find themselves with plenty of chances to go to karaoke—like girls’ nights with childhood friends you haven’t seen in a while, class reunions, or the third after-party at a wedding.

In this article, we’ll introduce easy-to-sing, crowd-pleasing song recommendations for women in their 30s who are unsure what to pick at karaoke, including tracks you listened to as a kid, hits from your teenage years, and recent songs.

Let’s look back on those nostalgic days you spent together and enjoy a great time with the songs that hold your memories!

[Recommended for Women in Their 30s] Japanese Hit Songs That Get the Crowd Going at Karaoke (61–70)

A Lump of LoveKinKi Kids

KinKi Kids “Cluster of Love - YouTube Original Live -”

A Bundle of Love KinKi Kids

As pioneers among Kansai-born Johnny’s groups, the idol duo KinKi Kids has continued to assert a solid presence both as a group and as individuals.

“Ai no Katamari,” included as the B-side to their 13th single “Hey! Minna Genki Kai?,” is a melancholy number that was used as the theme for Morinaga’s “DARS” commercial.

While it features quick melodic passages and falsetto leaps, the overall vocal range isn’t very wide, making it relatively easy to sing at karaoke.

It’s a lyrical song that really comes alive when you harmonize with friends.

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Pure AsiaPUFFY

PUFFY – True Asia

Asia no Junshin PUFFY

It was released in 1996 as PUFFY’s debut single.

Chosen as the song for Kirin Beverage’s “Tennen Sodachi” commercial, it became a million-seller despite being their debut.

It also held the number-one spot on the Oricon Karaoke Chart for 12 consecutive weeks.

With lyrics by Yosui Inoue and music by Tamio Okuda, it was created by a star-studded duo.

It’s a laid-back, effortless tune that’s very easy and fun to sing.

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Body & SoulSPEED

SPEED – Body And Soul

Body & SoulSPEED

It was released in 1996 as SPEED’s debut single.

It was used as the CM song for Nissin Cisco’s “Ciscorn,” marking their first appearance in a commercial.

With youthful, energetic dance and powerful, vibrant vocals, SPEED made a sensational debut.

Because their songs are great for both singing and dancing, they’re popular as tracks that can lift your spirits.

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LOVE2000hitomi

hitomi / LOVE 2000(Short Ver.)

LOVE2000hitomi

It was released in 2000 as hitomi’s 17th single.

The song was used as the image song for “Gekikūkan Pro Yakyū 2000” during June and July, as well as for Game 2 of the Japan Series, and it became hitomi’s biggest hit.

It also drew attention because former marathon runner Naoko Takahashi, who won the women’s marathon at the Sydney Olympics, was known to listen to it frequently.

With its upbeat sound, it’s a fun song to sing.

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Fortune Cookie in LoveAKB48

[MV full] Koi Suru Fortune Cookie / AKB48 [Official]

Koisuru Fortune Cookie AKB48

Released in 2013 as AKB48’s 32nd major single.

Rino Sashihara serves as the center for the song, which is performed by the members who ranked 1st through 16th in the “AKB48 32nd Single General Election.” The choreography is simple enough for anyone to dance, making it a song that everyone can enjoy singing and dancing to together, and it became a massive hit.

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BE TOGETHERAmi Suzuki

BE TOGETHER / Ami Suzuki

BE TOGETHER Ami Suzuki

Ami Suzuki, who debuted from the hugely popular show “ASAYAN.” The song was such a massive hit that just hearing the intro brings back the frenzy of that time.

In fact, the original version of this track is a TM NETWORK song produced in 1987.

Ami Suzuki’s piercing, soaring vocal tone fits the song perfectly.

It’s a bright, pop tune, so it’s also great for livening up class reunions or karaoke with people of the same generation!

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summer festivalWhiteberry

Whiteberry “Summer Festival” MUSIC VIDEO

Summer Festival Whiteberry

It was released in 2000 as Whiteberry’s third single.

It’s a cover of JITTERIN’JINN’s fourth single, Natsu Matsuri, and was used as the theme song for the TBS drama Fushigi na Hanashi and as the ending theme for episode 12 of the TV anime ReLIFE.

It became Whiteberry’s biggest hit and was performed when they appeared at the 51st NHK Kōhaku Uta Gassen.

It’s a song that makes you want to sing while cutely jumping around.

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