[Showa Classics] A Collection of Nostalgic 70s Anime Songs
Back in the 1970s, many iconic anime that represent Japan were broadcast.
Not only the anime themselves, but their theme songs have also captivated many people since those days.
In this article, we’ll introduce a wide selection of nostalgic anime songs from the ’70s for those who remember that era.
We’ve picked everything from timeless standards you still hear often today to unforgettable classics you might not have heard recently but can hum the moment they start playing.
As you look back on those times, take this opportunity to sit back and enjoy these nostalgic masterpieces.
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[Showa Era Classics] A Collection of Nostalgic 1970s Anime Songs (51–60)
To the Rock RiverŌsugi Kumiko
The 1977 anime theme song sung by Kumiko Osugi, known for her clear and beautiful voice, is a classic that refreshingly conveys a heartwarming tale of friendship.
Set against lush natural scenery, the encounters and adventures of a boy and a raccoon are portrayed alongside a rich melody.
The gentle lyrics, filled with gratitude to God and pure friendship, resonate deeply with listeners.
Released as a single by Nippon Columbia, the song won the Golden Hit Award in 1977 and ranked second in Oricon’s year-end chart (TV Anime/Children’s Songs category) the same year.
Beloved across generations, this is a warmly recommended track that families can enjoy together.
Our PermanMiwa Katsue Ishikawa Susumu
A timeless masterpiece in anime history that brings back a sense of nostalgia.
The lively vocals by the duo of Katsue Miwa and Susumu Ishikawa perfectly capture Perman’s exploits.
Released in May 1967, it became well-loved as the theme song for the anime “Perman,” which aired on TBS Television within the “Fujiya no Jikan” slot.
It has since been included on various albums, and in 2004, Nippon Columbia released “Perman The★Best.” With its bright and uplifting melody that’s easy for older listeners to enjoy, it’s an ideal song for everyone to have fun with together.
Charge Man Ken!hibari jidō gasshōdan
Chargeman Ken! is a TV anime produced by NAC.
It was originally a minor work, but a boom took off online in the 2000s, and it was even featured on Matsuko & Ariyoshi’s Angry New Party.
The opening theme is sung by the Hibari Children’s Choir.
Song of Time BokanYamamoto Masayuki
The very first installment in Tatsunoko Production’s Time Bokan series was Time Bokan, which became a hit with a peak viewership rating of 26.3%.
The opening theme, “Time Bokan no Uta,” is sung by Masayuki Yamamoto himself, who also wrote the lyrics and composed the music.
Oba-Q Drawing SongZa Gurinpīsu
Shin Obake no Q-Tarō is a sequel to Obake no Q-Tarō and was broadcast from September 1971 to December 1972.
The ending theme was Oba-Q Ekaki-uta, sung by The Green Peas, and many children likely drew pictures of Q-chan while listening to this song.