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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 Massive Selection of Anime Songs Recommended for People in Their 20s (41–50)

Aim to Be a Pokémon Master - 20th Anniversary -Rika Matsumoto

[MAD] Pokémon - I Choose You / Aim to Be a Pokémon Master (20th ver.)

Aim to Be a Pokémon Master - 20th Anniversary - Rica Matsumoto

This is the 20th-anniversary version of the original opening theme from the anime Pokémon.

It’s sung by Rica Matsumoto, who voices the protagonist Ash, and her powerful vocals are as strong as ever.

On top of the original’s momentum, the live-instrument performance gives the sound an extra boost that’s enough to get your heart racing just by listening.

The music vividly conveys the excitement of the beginning of an adventure chasing dreams with your friends, as depicted in the lyrics.

Marking twenty years since the original song’s 1997 release, this version was used as the theme song for the movie Pokémon the Movie: I Choose You! Incidentally, at a commemorative event in December 2017, about a thousand fans gathered and the venue was filled with a sense of unity.

It’s an uplifting track that I think gives a push to anyone taking on a challenge.

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[Nostalgic & New] A Big Feature on Anime Songs Recommended for People in Their 20s (51–60)

BLOODY STREAMCoda

BLOODY STREAM

BLOODY STREAMCoda

This is the song that served as the opening theme for the second part, Battle Tendency, of the TV anime JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure.

It’s a fitting track to support the big title that is JoJo, incorporating a jazz flavor to create a piece that’s lively yet weighty.

Starting with an endlessly cool intro, this song conjures a sense of adventure—be sure to give it a listen.

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GO!!!FLOW

FLOW 'GO!!! ~15th Anniversary ver.~' (Music Video Full Ver. with Commentary)

GO!!!FLOW

The Jump anime series Naruto features a variety of popular theme songs, and FLOW’s “GO!!!” is one of them.

It’s a smash hit that carries a message about charging straight toward your dreams with single-minded determination.

Even people who haven’t watched the anime have likely heard it at least once.

It’s a quintessential anime song that’s guaranteed to get everyone hyped when sung out loud.

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Ojamajo Carnival!!MAHO-do

[High Quality] Ojamajo Carnival 5-Person Ver.

Ojamajo Carnival!! MAHO-dou

We recommend Ojamajo Carnival!! for anyone who wants to listen to a super-energetic anime song.

Those who watched the anime back then can probably still hum this tune—it’s that memorable, with easy-to-remember lyrics and a catchy melody.

The rhythmic melody line in the chorus is sure to be fun to sing at karaoke.

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Genesis of AquarionAKINO

Sousei no Aquarion / AKINO [Genesis of Aquarion] Anime Theme Song / OP / Full Lyrics Included - Cover (Sousei no Aquarion / Genesis of Aquarion) Tried Singing

Genesis of Aquarion AKINO

Aquarion began airing in 2005.

It’s the now-unusual case where the theme song and the anime’s title are the same.

The vocalist is AKINO.

The song stayed on the Oricon charts within the top 200 for over five months.

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MelissaPorno Graffitti

PORNO GRAFFITTI 'Melissa' (ROMANCE PORNO ’08 ~10 YEARS GIFT~) / PORNOGRAFFITTI 'Melissa (Live Ver.)'

Melissa Porno Graffitti

Just the bass phrase in the intro gets me hyped! It’s the first opening theme of the anime Fullmetal Alchemist.

The song is by the rock band Porno Graffitti and was released in 2003 as their 12th single.

It was created with the series in mind, resulting in a slightly bittersweet yet undeniably cool track that matches the anime’s world.

The high notes in the chorus are truly incredible.

It’s also one of the most popular anime songs at karaoke.

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The Biggest DreamerKoji Wada

[With Lyrics] The Biggest Dreamer / Koji Wada [Digimon Tamers OP]

The Biggest Dreamer by Kouji Wada

Digimon Tamers is the third installment of the Digimon TV anime series and introduces new elements such as humans merging with Digimon.

The opening theme is The Biggest Dreamer, sung by Kouji Wada, which reached 59th on the Oricon charts.

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