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Many people are probably thinking they want to set aside solid practice time over winter break and make huge progress on guitar.
It’s also the season for year-end and New Year parties, so some of you might be performing a song-and-guitar number as entertainment.
That raises the question: “So what songs should I actually practice?” In this article, we’ve gathered a bunch of Japanese songs we’d love for acoustic guitar beginners to try! We’ll introduce lots of easy-to-play picks, so be sure to check them out.
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[Rapid Progress Over Winter Break] A Collection of Recommended Practice Songs for Acoustic Guitar Beginners! (1–10)
Because I like you.Yuika
This track is striking for its refreshing acoustic guitar tone.
Released in June 2021, it created a big buzz on social media.
It vividly captures the pure feelings of teen romance, and its real, straightforward lyrics deeply resonated with many listeners.
With Yuika’s delicate vocals, it conveys the desire to love someone just as they are and a fondness for the small moments of everyday life.
It’s filled with the sweetness and poignancy of love—wishing to walk home together after school, wanting to fall asleep on the phone, and more.
If you’re in love, definitely give it a try!
I’ve always liked you.Saitō Kazuyoshi
Kazuyoshi Saito’s song “Zutto Suki Datta” is a work that captures the bittersweet feelings of reuniting with someone you once loved after becoming an adult.
Released in April 2010, it was featured in a Shiseido commercial.
Thanks to the pure emotions packed into the lyrics, it brings back memories of youth as you listen.
Try practicing it so you can do a solo acoustic rendition when you’re feeling a little blue.
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Among Spitz’s many songs with simple chord progressions, this one is a quintessential staple for guitar practice! All you need is steady rhythmic strumming, making it perfect as a first song to play.
It’s great not only for singing while playing, but also for practicing lead guitar cutting.
Above all, it’s a classic everyone can sing, so it feels very familiar and approachable!
Become the windtsuji ayano
Ayano Tsuji’s “Kaze ni Naru” became well-known as the theme song for Studio Ghibli’s film The Cat Returns.
Its gentle sound layered with her soft vocals conveys a relaxed, positive feeling.
While the ukulele and brass add a festive touch, the core is an acoustic tone, making it perfect for practicing acoustic guitar.
Focus on soft strumming and smooth chord changes to let the sound ring out tenderly.
Love SongGO!GO!7188
GO!GO!7188’s “Koi no Uta” is a song that sings about the emotions of love in a grand yet gentle way.
Although it’s a three-piece band sound, the tempo is calm and the guitar is mainly chord-based, so you can capture the vibe even with an acoustic guitar.
It’s a powerful song that throws raw emotion straight at you, so a pattern centered on chords with arpeggios added as accents seems like a good fit.
Let’s think carefully about which strumming approach will best express the emotional build-up contained in the lyrics.
Endless JourneyMr.Children
This is a famous song by Mr.Children that depicts the journey of life.
It was released as a single in October 1998 and was used as the theme song for the Fuji TV drama “Naguru Onna.” Although the track runs over seven minutes, its dramatic progression draws you in before you know it.
There are no particularly difficult chords, so it’s recommended for beginner guitarists as well.
Why not give it a try as a practice piece over the winter break?
SUMMER SONGYUI
A summer coming-of-age song that lifts your spirits! This track by YUI, a singer-songwriter from Fukuoka Prefecture, was released in July 2008 as her 12th single.
It’s a refreshing piece, marked by the sparkling sound of acoustic guitar.
Created with the image of “wanting to go to the sea,” it’s a song you’ll want to play at the start of summer vacation.
If you’re looking for something bright, this is the one!