Autumn anime songs: iconic tracks for the deepening fall
Autumn is a busy season packed with work, school events, and activities.
You might feel like you don’t even have time to watch anime! If that’s you, how about enjoying some anime songs whenever you have a little free moment? In this article, we’ll introduce autumn-themed anime songs and opening/ending themes from fall-season anime.
It’s perfect for a quick mood boost when you’re tired, and for anyone looking for new anime to watch.
We’ve compiled works from a wide range of years, so you might even come across something nostalgic!
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Autumn Anisong: Iconic Anime Tracks as Fall Deepens (41–50)
Madder-colored skySeto Asami
Akanezora is the song selected as the ending theme for the Nippon TV anime Chihayafuru 2.
It is sung by Asami Seto, who voices the anime’s protagonist, Chihaya Ayase.
The lyrics portray the world of high school students who, through competitive karuta, pursue their dreams with all their might and spend their youthful days to the fullest.
Though the melody is gentle, the song carries a powerful message: to keep moving forward without forgetting your dreams.
SoranetariumMICHI
The majestic sound arrangement is a perfect match for the vividly colored autumn scenery.
This song was used as the opening theme for the anime “Akanesasu Shoujo,” and is sung by MICHI, a singer from Okinawa Prefecture.
It was released in 2018 as her fifth single.
The harmony between her rich, deep vocals and the lyrics’ philosophical worldview is truly wonderful.
It feels as if it stirs emotions slumbering deep within my heart.
It’s a work I can’t help but want to share and recommend to many people!
Beyond obsessionMUG-MO
This is a very uplifting anime song that sings about the joy of spending time with cherished friends! Chosen as the opening theme for “Let’s Make a Mug Too: Niban Kama” (Season 2), this track is performed by the voice actors who play the main characters and was released as a single in 2021.
Its refreshing melody evokes a clear blue sky, perfectly matching the lyrics’ worldview that reflects the changing seasons.
Be sure to give it a listen while feeling the cool autumn breeze on your skin.
Same BlueOfisharu Higedan Dism
Released in October 2024, this track serves as the opening theme for the TV anime Ao no Hako (Blue Box).
Created by Official HIGE DANDism, it features their signature blend of refreshing yet powerful sound.
Satoshi Fujihara’s clear, transparent vocals beautifully capture the changing seasons and the flutter of first love, while the emotional melody resonates deeply.
The lyrics evoke the joys and struggles of youth and the determination to keep moving toward the future—impossible not to relate to.
Perfect for an autumn evening walk.
a hair’s breadthUru
Uru, who is known for her crystal-clear vocals, has been active using that as her signature.
She wrote “Kaminotori” as the ending theme for the anime Hell’s Paradise.
The lyrics convey the idea that even when people’s emotional states appear similar, they are actually different.
This profound message and the Japanese aesthetic mesh beautifully with the anime’s worldview.
It’s a gentle ballad, so why not give it a listen during your relaxation time?
Now On Stage!!nonet
This song was used as the opening theme for the web anime Girl Friend (♪), which is based on a smartphone game.
It’s performed by seven voice actresses who played the characters.
It’s a sparkly, girly piece.
You Before Dawn and the Magic of Daybreakyanaginagi
Its fantastical atmosphere evokes the clear autumn night sky.
It’s the ending theme of the anime “Iroduku: The World in Colors.” The song is by singer-songwriter Nagi Yanagi, whose popularity took off from her online activities, and it was released as a single in 2018.
The strings shape a grand composition that makes her beautiful vocals shine.
The lyrics about thinking of someone dear also really touch the heart.
It’s best enjoyed when you have time to listen closely.