A Japanese website has revealed the results of a survey to discover which anime songs are most popular at karaoke. Titled "Which anime song gets you most excited at karaoke?", the survey was conducted to commemorate the anniversary of the National Association of Karaoke Operators in Japan.
However, karaoke is a very popular activity in Japan; anime fans love to sing opening themes and even character songs
10. Sugar Song to Bitter Step – Kekkai Sensen (Blood Blockade Battlefront) Closing
7. God Knows… – Suzumiya Haruhi no Yuuutsu (The Melancholy of Haruhi Suzumiya) Insert Song [DEAT]
7. Can Do – Kuroko no Basket (Kuroko's Basketball) Opening [DRAW]
7. Bling-Bang-Bang-Born – Mashle: Magic and Muscles Closing [Draw]
6. Only My Railgun – Toaru Kagaku no Railgun (A Certain Scientific Railgun) Opening
5. We Are! – ONE PIECE Opening
4. Ojamajo Carnival!! – Ojamajo Doremi Opening
3. Butter-Fly – Digimon Adventure Opening
2. Idol – Oshi no Ko Opening
1. A Cruel Angel's Thesis – Neon Genesis Evangelion Opening
For the fifth consecutive year, the opening theme of the classic Neon Genesis Evangelion , called "A Cruel Angel's Thesis," is the most popular song at karaoke. Thus, this iconic song continues to captivate both longtime fans of the series and new generations, who recognize the cultural impact of Evangelion .
Therefore, the relationship between anime and karaoke is an essential part of leisure culture in Japan. Although, even with the release of hundreds of new songs each year, the classics continue to dominate audience preferences, blending nostalgia and emotion.
Finally, these anime songs are just some of the most uplifting at karaoke sessions in Japan!
Source: Anime!Anime!