A mutual-love Christmas song. A love song you’ll want to listen to on the holy night.

The 5th＝LOVE

=LOVE (Equal Love) / 10th Single “The 5th” [MV full]

=LOVE is a female idol group produced by Rino Sashihara.

The title track of their 10th single, released in December 2021, is an after-story told five years after the group’s second Christmas song, “Bokura no Seifuku Christmas,” which came out in 2017.

Through imagery like a ring on the ring finger and lovers nestled together in snowy landscapes, it portrays a special moment shared by two people who have grown up.

In the music video, where white costumes and illuminations look stunning, the members’ individual Christmas stories intertwine with dance scenes, and the choreography—polished down to the fingertips—leaves a strong impression.

With its dreamy sound that colors winter romance, it’s a romantic Christmas number.

PresentAwich

Present

The hip-hop artist Awich from Okinawa released a song in December 2020 that was created as an insert track for the film “Silent Tokyo.” The title carries a double meaning—“gift” and “the present”—and, in her own words, conveys the message that “each of our existences is the greatest present.” It’s an R&B-infused number built on gentle piano and a subdued beat, with lyrics interweaving English and Japanese that are sure to resonate.

Centered on appreciating a loved one’s very existence, it’s a warm track perfect for those spending Christmas with someone special.

On Christmas nightYUTORI-SEDAI

YUTORI-SEDAI – On Christmas Night - [Official Music Video]

This release by YUTORI-SEDAI, a three-piece band from West Tokyo, dropped digitally in November 2021 and is a ballad that straightforwardly captures the feeling of wanting to see someone special on Christmas night.

While the narrator blames their trembling legs on the cold, in truth they’re wrapped in the nervous tension of love—a delicate inner state expressed with great care.

Ryouki Kanehara’s tender, heartrending vocals resonate over the band’s unhurried performance, taking nearly six minutes to carefully convey the nuances of emotion.

It’s a winter night love song that expands on YUTORI-SEDAI’s signature world—lyrics about love that invite empathy.

A perfect track for anyone spending that moment when you wish to confess your feelings to someone you like.

It doesn’t have to be on Christmas Day.Yuika

It doesn’t have to be on Christmas Day / “Yuika” [MV]

Released in December 2024 by singer-songwriter Yuika, born in 2005, this work is a mid-tempo number that captures the aching desire to meet someone—without insisting on Christmas Day itself.

Interweaving nighttime scenes glittering with illuminations and everyday details like slipping a pocket warmer into her coat for cold hands, it tenderly portrays a heroine’s earnest feelings as she longs to close the distance yet can’t take that final step.

The string arrangement by Takahiro Onagawa blends with Yuika’s crystal-clear vocals, gently enveloping the bittersweetness of a winter night.

It’s a Reiwa-era Christmas song perfect for those who relate to spending the holy night alone, or who want to pass a quiet moment thinking of an unrequited love.

Santa Girl feat. nishinaWurtS

WurtS – Santa Girl feat. nishina (Music Video)

WurtS, an artist drawing attention for experimental music that defies genre boundaries.

This track, featured as the final song on the 1st album “Once Upon a Revival,” is a Christmas duet love song with Nishina.

Its charm lies in a catchy melody that evokes classic ’90s J-pop and a sound that skillfully fuses elements of alternative rock and disco.

The sweet yet bittersweet lyrics and poppy, sing-along hook will liven up any party.

Released in December 2021, it appears on the album that won the Grand Prize at the 14th CD Shop Awards 2022.

Blending nostalgia with freshness, it’s a highly recommended song that listeners of all generations can enjoy together at a Christmas party.

First Christmas feat. JUNON (BE:FIRST)Reiko

First Christmas

REIKO’s “First Christmas” is a song that celebrates the joy and happiness of spending your first Christmas with your partner.

Featuring BE:FIRST’s JUNON, it was released in November 2024 and has the warm, classic feel of a traditional Christmas song.

Written and composed by Shota Shimizu, its gently tender melody line is especially captivating.

The richly atmospheric Christmas sound and the relaxed vocal work are lovely, making it a soothing listen.

It’s perfect for a Christmas night spent with your loved one.

Sound of SnowGReeeeN

GReeeeN – Yukinone

A heartwarming love song by GReeeeN that uses snow—an iconic symbol of winter—as its motif.

Released in December 2012 as the CM song for JR East’s “JR SKISKI” campaign, it delicately portrays the warmth of intimate moments with a lover and the bittersweet ache of unspoken feelings.

Depicting special time spent with someone you love on a quiet, snowy night, this piece is perfect for Christmas Eve.

It’s a song you’ll want to listen to with someone special, and it’s highly recommended for those in love.

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