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.
Playlist
| Classic Japanese rock songs recommended for autumn | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| show_chart | Title | Playlist | Review |
| 1east | The Autumn SongELLEGARDEN | play_arrow | Had a tremendous impact on the Japanese rock scene since 2000... |
| 2east | Orangethe shes gone | play_arrow | A song that beautifully depicts an autumn scene and the lingering aftertaste of a broken heart… |
| 3east | so that it can’t be heardHanbureddāzu | play_arrow | It’s a classic song that poignantly depicts a faint first love. Hambre… |
| 4east | A Ticket Given by AutumnMr.Children | play_arrow | Mr.Children released in 2018 li… |
| 5east | evening primroseNovelbright | play_arrow | A grand piece that sings of a heart that cannot forget a loved one… |
| 6east | Ms. SeptemberRADWIMPS | play_arrow | RADWIM… depicting the emotions of the changing seasons |
| 7east | red-yellow fragrant olive (Osmanthus fragrans)Fujifaburikku | play_arrow | Masahiko Shimura, who was the central figure of the band, sudd... |
| 8east | I forget you, who are so quiet, in October.atarayo | play_arrow | Formed by members who were enrolled at a music vocational school… |
| 9east | On a full-moon nightaimyon | play_arrow | On a night when a full moon shines in the night sky, an enchanting figure comes to mind… |
| 10east | Sea urchin and chestnutzutto mayonaka de ii no ni. | play_arrow | A poetic piece that weaves about the importance of having individuality... |
| 11east | Like tonight’s moonElefanto Kashimashi | play_arrow | Listen to it on an autumn night when you feel forlorn or lonely… |
| 12east | SeptemberSakanakushon | play_arrow | A melancholic band sound and electro... |
| 13east | To Your TownASIAN KUNG-FU GENERATION | play_arrow | Rock band, ASIAN KUNG-FU… |
| 14east | Tsubasaandāgurafu | play_arrow | An autumn rock ... that portrays youthful romance, dreams, and hopes |
| 15east | Golden MoonSuga Shikao | play_arrow | Fusing psychedelic rock and funk... |
| 16east | That Autumn and School Daysoishikuru meronpan | play_arrow | An autumn scene crafted by Oishikuru Melonpan… |
| 17east | Night of Osmanthuskinoko teikoku | play_arrow | While captivating fans with a one-of-a-kind worldview… |
| 18east | Arpeggio of Autumn’s SignsRin to shite Shigure | play_arrow | Japan’s sleepyhead known by the nickname “Shigure”… |
| 19east | Howl at the full moonChatto Monchī | play_arrow | Girls' bands in the J-POP scene... |
| 20east | Maplesupittsu | play_arrow | As theme songs or insert songs in various TV dramas, and... |
| 21east | Go Go Round This World!fisshumanzu | play_arrow | A soothing Fishmans classic that sings of everyday emotions |
| 22east | Under the moonlightMONGOL800 | play_arrow | A rock ballad of love and passion from Okinawa |
| 23east | October’s (2025 mix)Harukamirai | play_arrow | A coming-of-age song that portrays anxiety about the future |
| 24east | fragrant oliveorenji supainikurabu | play_arrow | A piece perfect for the season when the scent of fragrant olive drifts in the air… |
| 25east | BACK TO YOUAMBIENCE | play_arrow | Autumn-hued ballads of 90s rock |
| 26east | A Colorful WorldJUDY AND MARY | play_arrow | An autumn song by JUDY AND MARY, a famous band from the '90s. |
| 27east | the Fourth Avenue CaféL’Arc〜en〜Ciel | play_arrow | L’Arc~en~Ciel’s autumn masterpiece, with moving lyrics |
| 28east | spidersupittsu | play_arrow | Depicting a fateful encounter and hope for the future |
| 29east | Walk the wastelandASIAN KUNG-FU GENERATION | play_arrow | A tour de force by ASIAN KUNG-FU GENERATION |
| 30east | Serene and sweet autumn evening lyricismUNISON SQUARE GARDEN | play_arrow | An autumn evening, a famous piece with a moving tone |
| 31east | Tokyo Sunsetback number | play_arrow | A timeless song that heals loneliness on an autumn evening |
| 32east | The Novemberistsutoreitenaa | ![]() | A heartrending guitar riff and a somewhat melancholy soun… |
| 33east | cosmos (flower)ROTTENGRAFFTY | play_arrow | Based in Kyoto, they have been active nationwide since 1999… |
| 34east | End of autumnneguse. | play_arrow | I end up feeling sentimental no matter what I’m doing… |
| 35east | Setting SunYorushika | play_arrow | Gradually, my feelings were drawn in and a budding love began to grow... |
| 36east | Though the road home is lit by the madder-red glow…Shiina Ringo | play_arrow | Also known as a central figure of Tokyo Jihen, their singing… |
| 37east | WannabeAkiyama Kiiro | play_arrow | Superhuman X collaboration song, to be released for streaming in November |
| 38east | red-orangeACIDMAN | play_arrow | A mystery interwoven with distinctive landscape descriptions… |
| 39east | It’s because I listened to Bach’s melody at night.Sakanakushon | play_arrow | Incorporating elements of alternative rock and electronica… |
| 40east | Crimson-colored sunsetFujifaburikku | play_arrow | Listening to Fujifabric’s song “Akane-iro no Yūhi”... |
| 41east | Song of the Eternal NightKami wa saikoro o furanai | play_arrow | Kamisai wa Saikoro o Furanai’s 3rd mini-alb… |
| 42east | THE FAKE ESCAPEHelsinki Lambda Club | play_arrow | With music unbound by genre, the listeners’ hearts… |
| 43east | Fall feels emoKyūso Nekokami | play_arrow | A track characterized by lyrics you can’t help but relate to, fa… |
| 44east | On the night of the full moonAmber’s | play_arrow | Rock depicting a man who wants to meet his beloved on a full-moon night |
| 45east | orchestraBiSH | play_arrow | They champion the idea of a “punk band without instruments,” and th… |
| 46east | To the moonHump Back | play_arrow | I want to pursue a life where I can balance family life and musical activities... |
| 47east | NonfictionSaucy Dog | play_arrow | The 2021 Budokan performance, the 2022 NHK Kouhaku... |
| 48east | Moonlit Horizon[Alexandros] | play_arrow | We made a fresh start under a new structure in 2021, … |
| 49east | The way the autumn rain falls is endearing.indigo la End | play_arrow | Love set to a moody, slightly suspicious-sounding accompaniment… |
| 50east | Autumn sky or an orange duskKanoerana | play_arrow | Kanoerana made her major debut in 2016… |
| 51east | Crescent Moon SunsetSakanakushon | play_arrow | Whether live or in the studio, I'm particular about the sound image... |
| 52east | Even if the moon cannot be seen tonightPorunogurafiti | play_arrow | He has achieved strong results in various contests since his amateur days... |
| 53east | Yabai T-Shirts Yasanaki | play_arrow | A mixed-gender three-piece rock band—insane… |
| 54east | language of flowersMr.Children | play_arrow | Inspired by cosmos, an autumn flower, and... |
| 55east | gentianWANIMA | play_arrow | “Rindō” is an October 2019 release… |
| 56east | SeptemberAndrop | play_arrow | A message that is empathetic to the listener and a sense of transparency a… |
| 57east | late autumngagaga supi | play_arrow | Honestly expressing the helpless feelings when you’re heartbroken… |


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