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[Nostalgic & Latest] A Special Feature on Anime Songs Recommended for People in Their 20s

DancerFukkun:)Tatsuki Fukuda
Primarily active in Tokyo, I have experience as a backup dancer for artists, a music video dancer, and a commercial dancer. I continue to work as a dancer while also engaging in article production. After discovering Michael Jackson in junior high school, I began dancing in my second year of high school. Since starting dance, in addition to the J-Pop and Japanese rock I had been listening to, I began exploring Western R&B, rap, alternative music, and other tracks commonly used for dance. In elementary school, I spent three years in a choir, and because I love singing, I often go to karaoke for fun. These days, I enjoy a wide range of music, from Japanese rock and rap to K-pop.
A Vocaloid producer who is also a music writerWakachan Araki
I started playing guitar in middle school and focused on band activities during my student years. I’ve been a hobbyist Vocaloid producer for over 15 years. After entering the workforce, I gained experience in various roles, including event sound engineering and videography/photography. As a writer, I’ve contributed introduction articles for music and manga websites, and in 2022 I had the opportunity to write the bonus liner notes for IA SUPER BEST. My specialties are Japanese rock, Vocaloid, and manga.

Anime, a cornerstone of Japanese culture, is beloved not only by children but also by adults, and it’s highly regarded overseas too! Along with anime itself, the theme songs that play during openings and endings—known as anison—are appreciated not just in Japan but around the world.

So this time, we’ve gathered a wide selection of anison, from nostalgic tracks recommended for people in their 20s to the latest hits! You’ll find memorable songs you listened to as a child as well as popular new tracks, so be sure to read to the end! You might even find one of your favorite songs or a tune that brings back memories.

Now, let’s get started!

[Nostalgic & New] A Big Feature on Anime Songs Recommended for People in Their 20s (71–80)

Sugar Song and Bitter StepUNISON SQUARE GARDEN

UNISON SQUARE GARDEN “Sugar Song and Bitter Step” Live Music Video

Sugar Song and Bitter Step by UNISON SQUARE GARDEN

It’s one of the signature songs by UNISON SQUARE GARDEN, a rock band hugely popular with younger generations.

It was the theme song for the anime Blood Blockade Battlefront and is a staple among anime songs.

The real charm of this track lies in its technically intricate composition, backed by the band’s superb musicianship.

Every phrase sounds cool, and it’s a song you’ll want to listen to over and over again.

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Brilliant road to tomorrowangela

angela “Brilliant Road to Tomorrow” (Live ver.)

Brilliant road to tomorrow angela

Uchuu no Stellvia (Stellvia of the Universe) is a science fiction anime directed and series composed by Tatsuo Sato, which aired in 2003 on the TV Tokyo network.

The opening theme is angela’s re-debut single, “Brilliant Road to Tomorrow.”

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CRUSH GEAR FIGHT!!JAM Project

Fierce Battle! Crush Gear – Crush Gear Fight

CRUSH GEAR FIGHT!!JAM Project

The TV anime based on the toy “Crush Gear,” which was released by Bandai in the early 2000s, is “Bakusou! Crash Gear TURBO” (known as “Crush Gear Turbo”).

The opening theme, “CRUSH GEAR FIGHT!!,” sung by JAM Project, is an extremely fiery song.

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[Nostalgic & New] A Big Feature on Anime Songs Recommended for People in Their 20s (81–90)

unravelTK from Ling tosite sigure

TK from Ling Tosite Sigure 'unravel (short version)'

unravelTK by Ling tosite sigure

It’s a song that begins with vocalist TK singing in a whisper, and at that moment you can’t help but think, “Here it comes!!” It was used as the theme song for Tokyo Ghoul, and its emotional sound perfectly matches the series’ atmosphere.

It’s addictive—you’ll want to listen to it over and over again.

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Haruka...PIERROT

Haruka...

Haruka… PIERROT

Kamikaze Kaito Jeanne is an anime based on the manga by Arina Tanemura that aired on the TV Asahi network.

The ending theme for up to the second cour was Haruka… performed by the visual kei rock band PIERROT, and it reached a peak position of 10th on the Oricon chart.

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dramaticBase Ball Bear

Base Ball Bear – Dramatic

Dramatic Base Ball Bear

It’s the theme song for the TV anime “Big Windup! (Ookiku Furikabutte).” Perfect for a baseball-themed work, it captures the feel of summer and youth with a sense of speed and freshness.

It has the kind of energy that really amps up the atmosphere when you just want to let loose and have fun.

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ironyClariS

ClariS『irony -season 02-』by ClariS 10th Anniversary Precious LIVE〜 Gift 〜

ironyClariS

ClariS’s debut single “irony” became a work that stayed in many people’s hearts.

Gaining popularity through its tie-in with the anime “Ore no Imouto ga Konna ni Kawaii Wake ga Nai” (Oreimo), the song’s lyrics, which express the feelings of teenage girls, resonated with a wide audience.

Since its release in October 2010, it has maintained a high position on the Oricon charts.

The transparent, pure vocals of the two members of ClariS are particularly memorable.

It’s a track we especially recommend to anyone who’s struggling to be honest with their feelings.

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