Emotional songs that resonate in a sentimental autumn. A collection of autumn tunes.

fragrant oliveorenji supainikurabu

ORANGE SPiCE CLUB 'Kinmokusei' Music Video

A song inspired by the fragrant orange blossoms of the fragrant olive (kinmokusei) that signal the arrival of autumn.

Released in 2020 by the four-piece band ORANGE SPiCE CLUB (Orange Spiny Club), it gained traction mainly on TikTok.

Its band sound feels like it warms the growing chill of the season.

The melody carries a light, brisk resonance with a hint of nostalgia.

The lyrics, which gently evoke everyday scenes spent with a loved one, are soothing as well.

Why not listen to an autumn song that wraps you in the nostalgic mood of summer’s end?

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mutō

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Tokyo FlashVaundy

Tokyo Flash / Vaundy: Music Video

A signature song by Vaundy that carries the mellow atmosphere of a city night, set to a so-called “stylish” sound.

Its addictive groove blends sparkle with a wistful air, making it a perfect fit for the sentimental mood of autumn.

The lyrics—hinting at aimless loneliness and an inescapable fate hidden within superficial conversations and fleeting relationships—have a fascinating, enigmatic charm.

Released in November 2019 as his first digital single, the track was also featured in the ABEMA dating show ‘Koisuru ♥ Shumatsu Homestay.’ It’s included on the acclaimed album ‘strobo,’ and its smooth, subdued finish makes it ideal for a nighttime drive.

more than wordsHitsuji Bungaku

Hitsujibungaku – more than words (Official Music Video) [TV Anime “Jujutsu Kaisen” Shibuya Incident Arc Ending Theme]

Hitsujibungaku captivates with their unique sound that blends inorganic coolness and warmth, along with poetic, delicate word choices.

Released in September 2023, this track was selected as the ending theme for Season 2 of the TV anime Jujutsu Kaisen, the Shibuya Incident arc, and has surpassed 100 million streams.

Incorporating a four-on-the-floor beat and programmed sounds for the first time, the piece is an ambitious work produced by Moeka Shiotsuka after a year of studying DTM (desktop music production).

The lyrics, which reflect on how to convey feelings that words alone can’t express and on how to navigate one’s own life, really resonate.

The transparent vocals meld into the expansive soundscape, making it a song you’ll want to savor on a quiet night.

Night of Osmanthuskinoko teikoku

Kinoko Teikoku — Night of the Osmanthus

A refreshing breakup song that recalls an old lover through a scent, Night of the Osmanthus.

It’s a 2018 release by Kinoko Teikoku, one of Japan’s signature shoegaze bands, and is included on the album Time Lapse.

The protagonist catches the fragrance of kinmokusei (sweet osmanthus) and remembers a past lover, singing about feelings that waver toward that person.

You’ll surely relate to the melody and lyrics that evoke both nostalgia and an earthy rawness.

A song you’ll want to listen to when the scent of osmanthus begins to fill the air.

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Yoimachi Jēn

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The Autumn SongELLEGARDEN

ELLEGARDEN – The Autumn Song LIVE 2007 (4/26)

This song, which expresses the loneliness and poignancy of autumn through a rock sound, was included in the compilation album “Figureheads Compilation” in July 2007 and later selected for the best-of album “Ellegarden Best (1999–2008),” making it a popular track.

While its energetic sound and exhilarating, fast-paced melodies are quintessential ELLEGARDEN, a closer look at the English lyrics reveals a delicate portrayal of the solitude and sense of loss that the autumn season brings.

It’s a curious song that vividly revives memories of school days spent with friends when you listen to it.

Give it a spin on a long autumn night when you want to immerse yourself in music alone.

Promise in Madder Redikimonogakari

Scarlet Promise – Akaneiro no Yakusoku (short ver.) – Ikimono-gakari

Here’s a perfect song for autumn by Ikimono-gakari, one of Japan’s most iconic artists! Its mid-tempo, poppy vibe makes it an easy listen.

The warm, catchy melody sticks in your head and you’ll find yourself humming along.

The lyrics, tinged with a gentle wistfulness that evokes a crimson autumn sky, are a must-check.

The song is written to someone dear, so try listening while picturing the person who’s important to you.

TSUKIAmuro Namie

TSUKI – Namie Amuro (Full)

Namie Amuro, a singer whose popularity became a social phenomenon in the 1990s and who is remembered as one of the divas of the Heisei era.

Her 41st single released under her solo name, “TSUKI,” used as the theme song for the film “I Just Wanna Hug You,” also drew attention for its dreamlike music video filmed in Iceland.

The lyrics tell a story of gazing up at the moon while thinking of a precious person after parting, stirring up sentimental feelings.

With its translucent vocals and a melody that evokes a sense of wistfulness, it’s a heartrending yet beautiful number that resonates deeply.

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Hoshino Takashi

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