👑Top 5 Karaoke Chains in Japan for Foreign Residents

Which karaoke chain in Japan is most popular among foreigners?
We surveyed 369 YOLO JAPAN members from 62 countries living in Japan, and here are the top 5 karaoke chains they love!

This article also highlights each chain’s foreigner-friendly services and reasons for popularity.

【What You’ll Learn in This Article】
・Top karaoke chain rankings in Japan
・Services that are easy for foreigners to use
・How to work at karaoke chains in Japan

🏆 Top 5 Karaoke Chains in Japan for Foreign Residents

🥇 1st Place: Big Echo

Big Echo has over 500 locations across Japan.
They accept WeChat Pay and offer interpretation services in some branches.
These foreigner-friendly features have made Big Echo the top choice for many non-Japanese residents.

🥈 2nd Place: JOYSOUND

Menus and screen interfaces are available in multiple languages.
JOYSOUND began offering services for foreigners back in 2015, making it easy and comfortable to use.

🥉 3rd Place: Karaoke Manekineko

This is the largest karaoke chain in Japan, with over 630 branches nationwide.
The official website is multilingual, perfect for first-time users.

4th Place: Karaoke-kan

Primarily found in the Tokyo area but expanding nationwide.
Staff use AI translation devices that support over 70 languages, providing smooth communication for foreign customers.

5th Place: Jankara

Jankara has 180 locations, mainly in the Kansai area.
They feature “Jankara Yokocho,” a space where customers can experience Japanese culture, making it a hit among international visitors.