Songs to listen to when you’re feeling anxious that will calm your mind. Classic Japanese hits and recommended popular tracks.

When you feel rushed, it’s not easy to control your emotions even if you tell yourself to calm down, is it?

At times like that, why not listen to the songs I’m recommending today?

I’m sure you’ll find tracks that ease your anxiety and help you feel more at ease.

Playlist

Songs to listen to when you’re feeling anxious that will calm your mind. Classic Japanese hits and recommended popular tracks.
	Title	Playlist	Review
1	filling upFuji Kaze		A purifying masterpiece by Fujii Kaze that depicts loss and rebirth
2	hot springkururi		A song with a music-like sense of ease that warms the heart
3	I won’t push myself, but that should be fine.yoshida takurou		Takuro Yoshida’s gentle songs that stay close to the heart
4	May it be filled with kindnessJUJU		A commercial song that portrays a life overflowing with kindness
5	dead endHoshino Gen		Gen Hoshino’s film theme song, a serene ballad
6	Good nightaiko		Find solace in aiko’s gentle songs
7	Warabe-gami ~Yamatoguchi~Natsukawa Rimi		Okinawan lullabies, Rimi Natsukawa’s healing songs
8	This LoveAnjura Aki		A love ballad used as an anime theme song
9	cherry blossomKawaguchi Kyogo		Kyōgo Kawaguchi’s cherry blossom song, a track that won a USEN Music Award.
10	Amber-Hued City, Morning of Shanghai Crabskururi		A comfortably soothing, R&B-style song by Quruli
11	meteorKobukuro		Kobukuro’s hit song “Nagareboshi” wins an award.
12	Love is…Kawamura Ryuuichi		A love song based on Ryuichi Kawamura’s experiences
13	Inori (feat. C.O.S.A.)Yo-Sea		A healing collaboration song that clears the fog of the heart
14	Live PeacefullyMeditation Relax Club		Heart-soothing music specialized for meditation, enveloped in silence
15	Thank youikimonogakari		Ikimono-gakari’s moving graduation song
16	marble latteRin Oto		Heartwarming music that accompanies college students in winter
17	OyasumiSaucy Dog		Heartwarming music that conveys the preciousness of everyday life
18	That’s enough already.Fuji Kaze		Fujii Kaze’s music: a message of freedom and liberation
19	I want to take only you away just like this.DEEN		DEEN’s first hit song, a heart-touching ballad
20	honey-cageeill		Delicate emotions that melt into the silence of the night
21	The lotus blooms.never young beach		Gentle, heart-healing music: songs by never young beach
22	hazy spring sky (literally: “flower-clouded” sky; overcast sky during cherry blossom season)Sato Chiaki		A bittersweet song that portrays a cloudy spring sky and memories
23	made my day feat. Takuya Kuroda / Marcus DTakeuchi Anna		A calm and pleasant tune before dawn
24	For ten minutes, for a hundred yen feat. Moka Sato, KujiraMAISONdes		Music that depicts everyday rest and healing of the heart
25	I want to see you.iri		Urban music that portrays the bittersweetness of heartbreak
26	freedomtofubeats		Gentle songs by tofubeats that lighten the heart
27	Wakakusa Night.Kubota Kai		Comforting music that accompanies a sentimental night
28	Jam feat. iriSuzuki Mamiko		A comfortable time with close friends
29	Way to LoveMiho Karasawa		Miho Karasawa’s hit song, a drama insert song
30	Sakura (Solo)Moriyama Naotaro		Naotaro Moriyama’s classic, a graduation song
31	Over and OverEvery Little Thing		Popular single songs by Every Little Thing
32	ButterflyKimura Kaera		Kaela Kimura’s wedding song, with its gentle vocals, soothes the heart.
33	I can’t help wanting to see you.Gō Hiromi		Hiromi Go’s sweet and bittersweet ballad song
34	Cactus Flowerchūrippu		From heartbreak to hope: a classic tulip song
35	Oh my loveZARD		One of ZARD’s classic songs, “OH MY LOVE.”
36	Before our feelings overlap…Hirai Ken		Ken Hirai's soothing single, a car commercial song
37	LOVE IS ALL MUSICKahara Tomomi		A gentle ballad produced by Tetsuya Komuro
38	If I can see you in my dreamsRATS&STAR		A cover of Eiichi Ohtaki’s classic song “Yume de Aetara”
39	bookmarkAqua Timez		Shiori is a calm, refreshing popular song
40	trueCreepHyp		A warm song that evokes the calm and bittersweetness of everyday life
41	UnderstandYUI		A song that soothes the heart with beautiful scenery
42	bouquetback number		A calm, classic wedding song
43	threadNakajima Miyuki		A gentle blessing song suitable for a wedding
44	Sounds good.Ide Ayaka		Ayaka Ide's first new R&B song in six years
45	Look up at the stars in the night sky (English Version)Yamaoka Mika		A soothing singing voice you want to listen to while drinking tea
46	rayBUMP OF CHICKEN		Live your life as yourself, without comparing yourself to others.
47	Dream-Chasing Bengalaimyon		It became popular across a wide range of generations, and by the end of 2018...
48	miraclekururi		A slow-tempo masterpiece for acoustic guitar and bass
49	Gather the Windhappii endo		Haruomi Hosono’s masterpiece, an eternal song that heals the heart
50	dogwood (flowering dogwood)Hitoto Yo		Yo Hitoto’s “Hanamizuki” is a moving masterpiece that resonates with the heart.
51	At all times.Makihara Noriyuki		A song that cherishes being yourself
52	My kittyYano Akiko		I feel calm with Akiko Yano’s soothing songs
53	Fallingyonawo		yonawo’s love song—its gentle melody envelops the heart
54	Turn sorrow into kindnesslittle by little		The 1st of “little by little”…
55	SHEŌhashi Torio		Ohashi Trio’s warm love song
56	Et ceteraŌhashi Torio		A heartfelt song that depicts Ohashi Trio’s delicate everyday life
57	You Go Your WayCHEMISTRY		CHEMISTRY’s smash hit was used in a commercial and led to their appearance on the Kōhaku Uta Gassen.
58	my first loveUehara Takako		Takako Uehara’s solo song, produced by Ryuichi Kawamura
59	Miss youImai Miki		Theme song of Miki Imai’s “Forbidden Fruit”
60	spoiled childOtsuka Ai		Ai Otsuka’s song has been used in a commercial for Stonarhini S.
61	ANNIVERSARYMayo Okamoto		Mayo Okamoto’s million-selling song, “Anniversary of Love.”
62	YUME WeatherShimatani Hitomi		Doraemon ending theme song, a gentle tune
63	Let’s become a familyFukuyama Masaharu		Fukuyama Masaharu’s commercial song, “a song that feels love.”
64	Eyes Are DiamondMatsuda Seiko		Seiko Matsuda’s classic hit “Ao ga Chiru” becomes a massive success.
65	Is there still anything that love can do?RADWIMPS		RADWIMPS’s film music are healing masterpieces for the heart
66	A Naked Heartaimyon		Aimyon sings about the heart of pure love
67	AliensKirinji		The quiet of the city night and wistful music
68	Robinsonsupittsu		Drift into a comfortable sleep with a classic hit by Spitz
69	Let’s go home.Fuji Kaze		Fujii Kaze’s final, heart-touching song with gentle tones
70	Hallelujahharuka nakamura		Like a hymn whose desired timbre resonates in the heart
71	threadBank Band		Miyuki Nakajima, a classic song that sings of happiness
72	We Will ~At That Place~EXILE		EXILE’s first self-written-lyrics single, a sweet, famous ballad
73	BELOVEDGLAY		GLAY “BELOVED,” a romantic drama theme song
74	You…Nishino Kana		“Aitakute” is a love-filled masterpiece.
75	think of meAmuro Namie		Namie Amuro’s moving ballad song
76	Life is BeautifulHirai Dai		Conveying the beauty of life through a pleasant tone
77	slow&easyHirai Dai		A life song soothed by the rhythm of the waves
78	energy flowSakamoto Ryuichi		The transparent piano pieces of Ryuichi Sakamoto soothe the heart.
79	Untitled TodayHirai Dai		A warm, encouraging song that celebrates everyday happiness and gratitude
80	DarlingMrs. GREEN APPLE		A warm message song that invites you to reflect on your true self
81	Tropical TherapyONE OK ROCK		A powerful song that heals troubles of the heart, a new frontier
82	close your eyesMiyamoto Hiroji		A warm, heart-healing ballad that sings of hope for tomorrow
83	In this noisy, beloved worldMakihara Noriyuki		A beautiful song of farewell and gratitude that resonates with the heart
84	RELAXING MUSIC FOR CHILL OUT AND DE STRESS calming and soothing, relaxation peaceful soul music		Achieve sleep and healing with binaural beats
85	But you know, sometimesimase		imase's songs gently heal a tired heart
86	It was you.sakura shimeji		Sakurashimeji’s soothing folk
87	It is hollow.yurayura teikoku		The soothing musical world of Yura Yura Teikoku
88	Country RoadHirai Dai		Hirai Dai’s light, breezy melodies and lyrics are captivating
89	Broken RadioTokunaga Hideaki		A masterpiece by Hideaki Tokunaga that sings about the emotions of adolescence
90	PlayHedigan’s		Headigan’s songs brimming with warmth
91	Everyday lifeOfisharu Higedan Dism		A relatable, heart-touching song that portrays society’s conflicts
92	MAJICdawgss		MAJIC is mellow, stylish Japanese pop
93	stooped back; slouch; poor posture (rounded back)nishina		A soothing song that celebrates everyday happiness, gently comforting the heart
94	Summer Colorsyuzu		Summer slope, music that blows away the wounds of the heart
95	surround (as a verb); surround sound (when referring to audio/AV context)Kuramubon		A song with a gentle tone that heals the heart
96	Can I call it magic?Hirai Ken		Ken Hirai's soul-stirring ballad
97	Ballad of a SingerSaitō Kazuyoshi		Kazuyoshi Saito’s heartwarming classic “Utautai no Ballad”
98	You Are the InspirationMakihara Noriyuki		A song whose warm vocals by Noriyuki Makihara resonate in the heart
99	appreciation sakeFujiwara Ayayo		A heartwarming ballad of Tome City’s love, soothingly sung by Ayayo Fujiwara
100	A good timeEVISBEATS		Cherish the present—music that soothes the soul
101	When I Get My Playground BackFriday Night Plans		The allure of a fantastical piece that envelops the anxieties of the night
102	TOKYONulbarich		A soothing song that depicts Tokyo’s scenery and emotions
103	WOLFSPECIAL OTHERS ACOUSTIC		Wrapped in a soft acoustic tone
104	rose flowerkururi		Music that gently embraces the feelings of the midnight
105	O flower, O flowertsuji ayano		Ayano Tsuji’s heartwarming love song
106	Future FlowerSukima Suichi		Sukima Switch’s “Miraibana” has a soothing vibe.
107	Before you become a memorysupittsu		A classic Spitz song that soothes nighttime anxiety
108	Family LandscapeHanaregumi		Time spent with family is the greatest happiness.
109	A midsummer passing showerUtada Hikaru		Hikaru Utada’s soothing song, healing the heart
110	trumpet vineAndō Yūko		Yuko Ando’s “Nōzen Katsura” is a song that heals the heart.
111	step on a shadowyamasaki aoi		Aoi Yamazaki’s song of salvation resonates with the heart
112	Before our feelings overlap…Hirai Ken		Ken Hirai's gentle ballad, a song that resonates with the heart
113	Letter to TomorrowTeshima Aoi		Aoi Teshima’s singing voice sinks into the heart—a gentle healing.
114	A bittersweet episodeHata Motohiro		Be soothed by Motohiro Hata’s heartwarming masterpiece
115	to exist; to be (used for inanimate things or abstract existence)Hata Motohiro		Hata Motohiro’s song “Aru” that keeps you company on sleepless nights
116	dizzinessOnitsuka Chihiro		Chihiro Onitsuka’s “Dizziness”: The Depth and Warmth of Love
117	If it rainsnever young beach		Enjoy retro, warm band music
118	PONPONPONkyarī pamyu pamyu		Kyary Pamyu Pamyu’s mini-album “If…
119	All of MeJohn Legend		It’s a classic ballad by John Legend. It’s espe…
120	Romeo and Cinderellakeeno		This song expresses the anxieties and conflicts that come with love…
121	Motherkariyushi 58		It’s crafted as a very simple story. Th…
122	Theory of the Mindful HeartRADWIMPS		This is RADWIMPS’s 7th single. Sa...
123	HomePhillip Phillips		The author is living alone for the first time and is really anxious...
124	Full-Power BoySukima Suichi		A contrast between my younger self who gave it my all and who I am now…
125	I feel like going home.ikimonogakari		As the ninth single by Ikimono-gakari, 2...
126	Welcome back.ayaka		As Ayaka’s 8th single in 2008...