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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.

[Tokyo Song List] Classic Songs About Tokyo (31–40)

Tokyo at 7 p.m.pichikāto faivu

PIZZICATO FIVE formed in 1984 and could be called the quintessential band of the stylish “Shibuya-kei” sound.

This song was released in 1993, and I’m amazed at how incredibly stylish the music video is—it feels completely at home even today.

The scenery around Shibuya 109 from back then makes me feel nostalgic.

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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.

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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.

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TokyoSanīdēi Sābisu

Sunny Day Service is a rock band led by Kenichi Sogabe that debuted in 1994.

They’re an amazing band, known for the swift pace at which they keep releasing a wealth of high-quality songs, the excellence of those tracks, and the band’s vitality.

Even so, their second album in the folk-rock vein, Tokyo, stands out as an exceptional masterpiece.

The song Tokyo opens the album, followed by a string of classics.

It’s a brief folk song, like a fanfare, announcing the beginning of a great, landmark record.

Murakami Shinpei
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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.

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[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.

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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.

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