[2025] Japanese karaoke songs you’ll want to sing at year’s end: A roundup of popular hits and classics
As December comes around each year and the end of the year approaches, chances to sing karaoke at year-end parties and company gatherings tend to increase.
Since it’s a special time, you might be thinking of singing the perfect year-end song to get everyone excited.
In this article, we introduce classic J-pop songs about December scenery, the year’s end, and New Year’s Eve, spanning different eras and genres.
Whether you want to fire up the crowd with a group singalong for one last hurrah, or deliver a gentle performance to bid farewell to the year, pick a song that suits you and enjoy a wonderful year-end!
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[2025] Japanese karaoke songs to sing at year’s end: A roundup of popular hits and classics (41–50)
Even when next year comesMy Hair is Bad
My Hair is Bad is a rock band that provided tour support for many groups since their high school days and made their major debut in 2013.
The track “Mata Rainen ni Natte mo,” which closes their first major-label album, Woman’s, is memorable for its ensemble that opens with an intro featuring a guitar riff tinged with melancholy.
The lyrics evoke the idea that, in a life where both good and bad things happen, a new year still arrives, making it a song that might give you a fresh feeling when you listen to it at year’s end.
It’s a perfect number for winter karaoke—one you’ll want to sing to wrap up the year.
[2025] Japanese Karaoke Songs to Sing at Year’s End: Popular Hits and Classics (51–60)
BYE! THIS YEAR!! HI! NEW YEAR!!Asia Engineer
A four-member hip-hop group named “Asia Engineer,” whose name reflects two ambitions: “We want to break into Asia!” and “We want to remain craftsmen who create fun!” Their song “BYE! THIS YEAR!! HI! NEW YEAR!!,” included on their 4th album FANTASTIC 4, features Christmas-evoking sounds that create an end-of-year vibe.
The lyrics, which look back on the past year while building excitement for the new one, might help you ring in the New Year with a positive mindset just by listening.
With its breezy, comfortable beat, it’s also a great pick for karaoke.
Smile for me.Sambomaster
Sambomaster is a three-piece rock band that continues to captivate fans with songs that fuse punk rock with funk and soul, and lyrics whose message feels like a cry from the heart.
Their track Waratte Okure, released in advance from their major 10th album Love & Peace! Masterpiece!, was chosen as the theme song for Season 2 of the Netflix comedy series Talk Survivor! — A Drama Where Good Talk Keeps You Alive.
Its lyrics, which make you feel accepted as you are, help you wrap up New Year’s Eve with a happy heart.
It’s a rock tune perfect for karaoke—one you’ll want to belt out along with its powerful sound.
Harmony of MidwinterMika Nakashima with Ryota Fujimaki
Singer-songwriter Mika Nakashima, whose clear, translucent vocals continue to captivate fans.
The analog single “Mahfuyu no Harmony,” released under the name Mika Nakashima with Ryota Fujimaki, was produced as part of the celebrations for Nakashima’s 20th debut anniversary.
The transparent ensemble featuring piano and strings evokes a warmth that feels unique to the cold season.
It’s a gem with a soothing harmony between two singer-songwriters, each known for their own winter classics—perfect for a duet at karaoke during the Christmas season.
Year-end party! BO! U! NEN! KAI!A.B.C-Z
A fun year-end party song composed by Hyadain, known for producing idol tracks for groups like Momoiro Clover Z and Dempagumi.
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C-Z members saying, “We want a year-end party song.” The opening battle cry and the chorus you can sing with your arms around each other are sure to hype up any year-end party.
It might be even better sung as a unit! There are tons of Christmas songs, but you don’t often hear songs that explicitly mention year-end parties.
Be sure to sing this one before someone else does!
spring cleaningDECO*27 feat. Hatsune Miku
When it comes to the end of the year, it’s all about the big cleanup.
It doesn’t just mean tidying up your room; tying up loose ends at work or letting go of unpleasant things to refresh your mood can also be called a “big cleanup,” right? The song that captures everyone’s own version of that big cleanup is “Osoji.” It’s a track produced by the Vocaloid producer DECO*27 and sung by Hatsune Miku.
With a melody that has a march-like vibe, it’s perfect for anyone looking to sing a song that will liven up the atmosphere.
Winter SongDREAMS COME TRUE
When it comes to classic winter songs, this one is a must.
I love both the Japanese and English lyrics, but personally the English version feels more natural to me.
It’s a timeless song that’s perfect for December and the year’s end, so I’d love to hear it sung as a gentle ballad.
The slow tempo is really soothing.