Winter songs that were hits in the 2000s. Classic winter anthems that never lose their shine.
In the 2000s, many timeless hits were born—songs like Remioromen’s “Konayuki” and Mika Nakashima’s “Yuki no Hana,” which are still loved by people of all ages today.
For those who remember when these songs were topping the charts, they likely feel especially familiar.
In this article, we’ve gathered winter songs from the 2000s—from dazzling tracks that make you hum along to exquisite ballads with beautiful melodies.
Please use this playlist as background music to reminisce about winter memories or to relax and enjoy this year’s winter at your own pace!
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Winter songs that were hits in the 2000s. Timeless classic winter songs (31–40)
Snow SmileBUMP OF CHICKEN
BUMP OF CHICKEN is a four-piece rock band known for hit songs like “Wheel Song” and “Tentai Kansoku.” Their “Snow Smile” is a wonderful winter song with beautiful lyrics.
This mid-tempo track tenderly sings about cherishing a woman, and as you listen, your heart naturally feels warmer.
The song structure—quiet verses that suddenly open up wide in the chorus—is another highlight.
Listening to this track when winter’s cold has you feeling down can really lift your spirits!
SnowdomeKimura Kaera
Featuring an acoustic guitar tone that evokes a gentle sense of wistfulness, this piece is “Snowdome,” released by Kaela Kimura in 2007 as her eighth single.
It’s a love song that reflects on a lost romance, yet its carefully chosen, tender words create a curious warmth.
The mellow melody and comfortable tempo also stir a subtle nostalgia.
It’s the kind of winter song you’ll find yourself wanting to listen to alone on a cold afternoon.
White LightAmuro Namie
White Light is a winter ballad with an R&B flavor that epitomizes Amuro-chan of that era.
It was Namie Amuro’s first Christmas song, released as a single in 2005, and it expresses tender feelings for a lover.
The flowing English phrases give it a stylish touch.
When you’re spending time with your partner right before Christmas, don’t you sometimes feel wrapped in a calm, unhurried sense of peace? The song is full of that atmosphere, making it especially recommended for those in long-distance relationships or anyone about to reunite with their loved one after a while.
It might be the perfect BGM for a white Christmas.
You and Christmas EveAKB48
This is a piano ballad included on the album Team A 1st Stage “PARTY ga Hajimaru yo” (Studio Recordings), released in 2007.
A classic Christmas song from AKB48’s early theater performances, it sings of feelings for a lover beneath a streetlamp as powdery snow falls.
It is often performed as a duo with live piano accompaniment, and at the premiere performance in 2005, Michiru Hoshino played the piano.
It’s the perfect song for savoring the joy of spending Christmas with your significant other, or for slowly immersing yourself in a quiet winter night.
My feelingsWaT
Eiji Wentz, a masculine-looking half-American, half-Japanese performer, and Teppei Koike, whose boyish freshness is part of his charm—these two formed the music duo WaT, and their major-label debut single is “Boku no Kimochi” (“My Feelings”).
The lyrics were written by both members, and the way they cherish their partners while staying true to their real, everyday selves is truly moving.
The music video is also beautiful, featuring the two in white outfits intercut with slice-of-life scenes.
Be sure to watch it along with the song!
Winter songs that were hits in the 2000s. Timeless masterpieces of winter songs (41–50)
holly (Japanese holly tree, Ilex crenata)Do As Infinity
Among the winter songs of the early 2000s, the especially striking Hiiragi is a single released in 2003.
It may be particularly familiar to people around their thirties.
From Do As Infinity—a musical unit known for inspiring tracks like Hinonoataru Sakamichi and Honjitsu wa Seiten Nari—comes a distinctive, more serious tone.
The lyrics seem to resonate deep within, as if linking the harsh cold of the oncoming winter with a wounded heart, permeating you with a wistful atmosphere.
You can’t help but be moved to tears by a depth that can only be embraced through the song’s sense of loss.
It’s a classic ballad you’ll want to listen to from late autumn into winter.
white flowerZONE
This winter song, Shiroi Hana, comes from the girls’ band ZONE, who gained popularity with Secret base ~Kimi ga Kureta Mono~ released in 2001.
It was released the following year, in 2002, as their eighth major single.
With an intro reminiscent of gently falling snow, this track is a sorrowful love song about feelings that have scattered like petals.
Even now, its heartrending melody grips the chest tight.
It’s a winter song that will resonate not only with those who listened back then, but also with those who didn’t.