The Japan Society for the Rights of Authors,
Composers and Publishers (JASRAC) has published its annual ranking
of the most popular songs on
karaoke centers and streaming platforms in 2023 . This report, highly
anticipated by music fans and professionals, highlights musical trends in Japan
and reflects public taste in a year marked by musical diversity and innovation.
According to the JASRAC report ,
the most requested songs in karaoke centers and the most played on streaming
services cover a wide range of genres, demonstrating the richness and versatility
of current Japanese music. The charts reveal a strong presence of topics
related to anime series, underscoring the close connection between the
anime and music industries in Japan.
The popularity of Japanese songs is not limited only
to the country's borders. In recent years, these songs have gained strong
international recognition, largely thanks to streaming platforms that have
facilitated global access to Japanese music. The music used in anime,
in particular, has played a crucial role in this expansion, as seasonal anime
series often feature opening and ending themes that quickly become global hits.
The rise of Japanese music abroad has
also been fueled by the passion of anime fans. These
fans not only enjoy the series, but also search for the songs that accompany
their favorite shows, bringing them to playlists around the world. The
popularity of these songs on streaming platforms is a clear indicator of how
anime serves as an effective vehicle for the dissemination of Japanese music
globally.
10. Yoru ni Kakeru – YOASOBI
9. Genki Wo Dashite – Mariya Takeuchi
8. One Piece BGM – Tanaka Kouhei
7. Mixed Nuts – Official Hige Dandism
[SPY x FAMILY]
6. Cinderella Girl – King and Prince
[Hana Nochi Hare]
5. Subtitle – Official Hige Dandism
4. Tensai Bakabon – Idol Four
[ Tensai Bakabon ]
3. Senkou – Alexandros [Mobile Suit
Gundam: Hathaway]
2. Kawaikute Gomen – HoneyWorks
1. Idol – YOASOBI [Oshi no Ko]
Source: Otakomu
