Tokyo Song List: Classic Songs About Tokyo
There are so many songs titled “Tokyo,” aren’t there?
This article is a playlist that gathers “songs that capture the air of Tokyo,” including tracks that center on Tokyo and songs whose lyrics mention Tokyo place names.
From major stars to buzzworthy up-and-coming artists, many musicians sing about Tokyo, so be sure to listen and compare.
You can also enjoy each artist’s interpretation of Tokyo—whether it’s songs that evoke homesickness after moving to the city, or ones that convey Tokyo’s stylish vibe.
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[Tokyo Song List] Classic Songs About Tokyo (31–40)
Riding the subwayneko
Neko is a male duo group formed in 1971.
Their genre is folk rock.
The lyrics and music for this song were written by Takuro Yoshida.
The lyrics mention many station names on the Marunouchi Line, such as Akasaka-mitsuke, the Marunouchi Line itself, Yotsuya, and Shinjuku.
Although the band once disbanded, they reunited in 2004 and resumed activities.
In Tokyo like a desertishida ayumi
This song was released in 1971.
The singer is Ayumi Ishida, whose voice is instantly recognizable after just a moment’s listen.
With her slightly husky tone, she sings of a devoted woman’s heart.
The stronger that devotion feels, the more starkly it contrasts with the impersonal barrenness of Tokyo.
It’s a song that conveys deep emotion.
TokyoPEOPLE 1
A PEOPLE 1 track that paints the Tokyo cityscape with dazzling synth tones and an exhilarating beat.
The song is included on their debut EP “Taishū Ongaku,” released in December 2019.
Vocalist Ito’s slightly husky voice resonates poignantly amid the glamorous sound.
It sings of the inferiority and impatience you feel in a city crowded with people, and the longing you still can’t let go of—like turning the city’s very light and shadow into sound.
The scene this song depicts will surely speak to many hearts.
You came to this city to chase your dreams, yet sometimes you suddenly feel alone.
When you listen then, it tightens your chest with a faint, nostalgic ache.
It’s a classic that gently gives a push to anyone striving in the big city.
Tokyo Nightasmi
Sung by asmi, often described as the “most-used voice on social media,” this is a Tokyo story that finds hope in a lonely night.
In front of the glittering night view, you shed your armor and think of someone precious.
It’s a rock tune that captures those delicate feelings.
Don’t you feel that the figure of someone turning kind words into a charm and wishing to become a light that breaks through the darkness is exactly an anthem for people striving alone in today’s Tokyo? Released in June 2025, the song is also included on the single that features the anime Days Go By, Meals Stay Delicious’s theme song, “Sonnamon ne.” The episode about it being performed as a surprise on tour is lovely, too.
It’s the perfect number for your commute home or nights when you need a boost for tomorrow.
TokyoGEZAN
Tokyo, released in January 2020 by the rock band GEZAN.
A track whose loud, roaring sound is somehow beautiful, with a stunning intro.
From the arrangements to the lyrics, the melody, the intensity, the message, even the breaths—no matter what you focus on, it’s faster to listen than to explain in words, so please give it a listen.
Whether you’re alone at home, commuting to work or school, late at night or early in the morning—at any time—this is music and words that light a fire in our lives.
[Tokyo Song List] Famous songs about Tokyo (41–50)
Tokyomai pēsu
It’s a song that makes you think, “So this is what long-distance relationships were like back then.” It was released in 1974.
My Pace was a three-member folk band.
They went on hiatus four years after the hit of Tokyo, but reunited in 2010.
It’s a classic folk song that has been covered by many artists.
Roppongi HeartbreakAn Ruisu
Released in 1984 by Ann Lewis, this song became a long-lasting hit.
It really showcases how skilled she is as a singer.
She puts on a strong-woman act, but in truth she’s afraid of falling in love for real; that subtle emotional wavering is expressed with great finesse.