Classic Japanese rock songs recommended for autumn
There are so many songs themed around autumn or that give off an autumnal vibe, aren’t there?
Unlike summer songs, which are often upbeat, autumn songs tend to carry a sense of wistfulness and nostalgia.
In this article, we’ll introduce a selection of autumn songs crafted by Japanese rock bands.
From the obvious hits that come to mind to hidden gems, we’ve picked out a wide variety.
Listening to these tracks while reading the lyrics might be perfect for those long autumn nights.
Take this opportunity to sit back and enjoy them to the fullest.
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Classic Japanese rock songs recommended for autumn (41–50)
Fall feels emoKyūso Nekokami
Kyuso Nekokami is a five-piece rock band expanding their fanbase with songs characterized by deeply relatable lyrics.
“Aki Emoi,” included as a B-side on their 3rd single “Wakatten da yo,” features a band ensemble highlighted by a synth sound that feels both airy and translucent.
The lyrics evoke scenes of summer ending and autumn setting in, capturing the heart with realistic, true-to-life imagery.
It’s an autumn-tinged track whose contrast between a driving beat and a wistful melody lingers in your ears.
On the night of the full moonAmber’s
Amber’s is a music unit known for the fact that each member composes.
Their song “On the Night of the Full Moon” is included on their pre-major-debut mini album VOSTOK.
It’s a rock track set on a night with a full moon, depicting a man who longs to see the one he loves.
One highlight is the use of moon-related imagery, such as likening the man to a wolf.
It’s also a must-listen for fans of high tenor vocals.
orchestraBiSH
BiSH is a six-member girls group that declared themselves a “punk band without instruments,” winning massive popularity with their catchy songs and overwhelming live performances.
Their song Orchestra, included on their major-label debut album KiLLER BiSH, was used as an insert song for the variety show Tokukai TV Sukatto Japan in the “Mune-kyun Sukatto” segment.
The lyrics, which evoke a sense of parting with one’s youth, feel perfect for seasons that tend to make you sentimental.
It’s a rock tune you’ll want to hear in autumn—melancholic yet poppy, with a melody that lingers in your ears.
To the moonHump Back
Hump Back, a three-piece rock band that has declared before their fans that they will balance family life and musical activities, is expected to achieve even greater success going forward.
Their song Tsuki made, included on their first mini-album Yoru ni Nattara, was selected as the ending theme for the music program On Ryu.
Its lyrics, which capture the sense of futility felt in everyday life, seem perfectly suited to the contemplative atmosphere of autumn.
It’s a track we hope you’ll listen to when you want to immerse yourself in your own world—an emotional rock tune whose languid vocals heighten the melancholy.
NonfictionSaucy Dog
Here’s Saucy Dog—aka “Saushi”—riding high with a Budokan show in 2021 and a spot on NHK’s Kohaku Uta Gassen in 2022, bringing a full-throttle, feel-good anthem: “Nonfiction.” With lines like “the smell after the rain,” “maybe it doesn’t have to be me,” and “the drinks I have every day to hide something,” the lyrics—penned by Shinya Ishihara—feel so real you can’t help but wonder if they’re drawn from his own experiences.
One highlight of the song is how it wraps up by encouraging listeners to “forget about all those unpleasant things,” giving you a boost of courage.
Perfect for autumn when you’re starting something new and want to feel optimistic.
Moonlit Horizon[Alexandros]
![Moonlit Horizon[Alexandros]](https://i.ytimg.com/vi/Z58NJIjdp8c/sddefault.jpg)
[Alexandros] is a four-piece rock band that relaunched under a new lineup in 2021 and has gained popularity with a classic yet modern rock sound.
Their second digital-only single, Tsukiiro Horizon, chosen for an Aquarius commercial, kicks the energy up from the intro with its refreshing guitar riff.
The lyrics evoke a sense of pride in the place reached after relentless walking, which can be taken as a positive message that looks to the future rather than the past.
It’s a brisk rock tune that conjures the image of a moon shining at night, even without using explicit words.
The way the autumn rain falls is endearing.indigo la End
Set against a moody, slightly enigmatic accompaniment, this song poetically weaves a tale of romance.
It’s by the band indigo la End, fronted by Enon Kawatani—who is also active in Gesu no Kiwami Otome and Genie High.
The lyrics revolve around the theme of “autumn rain,” as suggested by the title, and are crafted in a way that invites varied interpretations from each listener.
You can enjoy it by pondering the true story and emotions embedded in the words, or by overlaying the lyrics with your own experiences.
It’s a track you’ll want to savor on a long autumn night.
