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Christmas Love Songs: Romantic Tracks to Listen to on a Holy Night

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Since discovering music during my school days, I’ve mainly listened to Japanese and Korean pop. I have experience writing articles for sites like Utaten. 2000s J-pop and 2010s K-pop were especially the soundtrack of my youth. With the mindset that “good is good,” I enjoy music across genres. Thanks to past work environments and their influence, I was exposed to lots of classic rock and kayōkyoku (Japanese popular songs), which may have broadened the scope of what I love. At RAG MUSIC, I currently focus on K-pop and J-pop. I strive to edit with a feel for the scene and an eye for hit potential.
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When it comes to December events, it has to be the holy night—Christmas.

In this article, we’re introducing love songs that are perfect for Christmas, especially for couples or anyone in love with someone special.

We’ve put together a wide range: the classic Christmas tunes, romantic songs that deepen the bond between two people, love songs to listen to while spending Christmas thinking of your crush, and even bittersweet breakup songs for a lonely Christmas.

If you’re “looking for the perfect love songs for Christmas,” be sure to check these out.

Every track is an excellent pick for a special Christmas BGM!

[Christmas Love Songs] Romantic Songs to Listen to on the Holy Night (41–50)

Winter MagicKARA

KARA – Winter Magic

Winter MagicKARA

KARA’s fifth Japanese single, released in October 2011, is a romantic mid-tempo love song that depicts the feelings of winter romance.

Written and composed by Simon Isogai, it blends a warm, ’90s J-pop-inspired melody with crystal-clear vocals.

Interweaving imagery of snow and starry skies, the song delicately conveys a poignant longing for a lover’s warmth on a cold winter night, striking an appealing balance between intimate storytelling and a sense of dynamism.

It reached No.

3 on the Oricon Weekly Chart, sold over 120,000 copies in total, and was certified Gold by the RIAJ.

It is also included on the Japanese album “Super Girl.” It’s the perfect track for a special Christmas-season night with your partner, or for quietly spending a winter evening while thinking of someone dear.

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Merry × Merry XmasE-girls

E-girls / Merry × Merry Xmas★

Merry × Merry XmasE-girls

It’s included on the 2017 album “E.G.

CRAZY.” Since it was also used as the TV commercial song for Samantha Thavasa -Kimi ni Merry Christmas-, some of you might already know it.

With its uptempo progression, digital sound, and pleasantly catchy danceable melody, it’s a track that comes together really nicely.

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Before winter endsShimizu Shota

Shota Shimizu “Before Winter Ends” MV

Before winter endsShimizu Shota

This is a love song message for lovers who are apart.

It’s a track by singer-songwriter Shota Shimizu—also known for hits like “HOME” and “FOREVER LOVE”—released as his 12th single in 2011.

The lyrics beautifully express how being far away makes your feelings of cherishing someone even stronger.

Many couples in long-distance relationships will feel encouraged when they listen.

Let this song elevate your romantic mood!

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Winter BellsKuraki Mai

Winter Bells (from Detective Conan) (feat. Shiroku) (Vocal Version)

Winter BellsKuraki Mai

The song is filled throughout with the joyful atmosphere and warm feeling of spending Christmas with someone you love, along with delightful moments.

I’d be so happy to spend a Christmas like this.

With its rhythmic sound, it’s something I’d love to listen to for a fun Christmas.

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Cinderella ChristmasKinKi Kids

KinKi Kids “Cinderella Christmas” Music Video

Cinderella ChristmasKinKi Kids

Their fifth single at the time, released in December 1998.

The other included track, “Happy Happy Greeting,” bundles together a congratulatory message for everything from Christmas and New Year’s to Valentine’s Day, but “Cinderella Christmas” features straightforward lyrics and melody that make it very pleasant to listen to.

It was a major hit, surpassing 600,000 in total Oricon sales.

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Winter Giftmosao.

Winter Present / Mosao. [Music Video]

Winter Giftmosao.

“Fuyu no Present” (Winter Present) is a winter song released in 2020 by singer-songwriter Mosawo, known for love songs from a woman’s perspective.

It’s his sixth digital single, a beautiful love ballad featuring grand, sweeping strings.

The music video on YouTube has racked up over 5 million views and depicts a happy couple in animation.

Be sure to use it as background music when spending Christmas with your partner!

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A Snowy ChristmasDREAMS COME TRUE

Snowy Christmas / DREAMS COME TRUE Uru

A Snowy ChristmasDREAMS COME TRUE

The English version “WINTER SONG” is also popular, but this song expresses a woman’s bittersweet wish to be with the person she loves.

Women with unrequited feelings will likely relate deeply.

She can’t spend Christmas together with them, yet she longs for the other person to feel the same way she does—her feelings come across as very heartrending.

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