Songs of the constellations: classic and popular tracks you’ll want to listen to while gazing at the night sky

The Night of OrionOno Daisuke

Daisuke Ono “Orion no Yoru” Music Clip Short Ver.

A heartwarming ballad by Daisuke Ono, inspired by the Orion constellation that colors the winter night sky.

It’s included on a single released in November 2016.

The lyrics are striking, symbolically expressing the bond of two people guided by fate through a journey tracing the constellations.

Ono’s sweet, husky voice conveys a poignant emotion that resonates deeply with listeners.

Released ahead of “OrePara,” this track is a must-listen for fans.

It’s perfect for gazing at the stars and reminiscing with someone special, or whenever you want to savor a romantic mood.

Let Ono’s expressive vocals lead you into a wintry scene.

Protected by the constellations of midwinterHirosue Ryōko

Ryoko Hirosue – Protected by the Constellations of Midwinter (Live)

A slow ballad by Ryoko Hirosue that overlays a bittersweet love on the constellations.

Released in 1999, this song was used as the image song for the 79th National High School Rugby Tournament.

On a cold winter night, while protected by the stars, it expresses the preciousness of the moments two people can share and the heartache of the times they cannot meet.

Hirosue’s clear, translucent voice perfectly matches the wistful melody and heartwarming lyrics.

Included on the album “RH Singles&…,” it is a track that holds an important place in Hirosue’s musical career.

It’s the perfect song to listen to under the starry sky while thinking of someone special.

Lamp starharuka nakamura + suis from Yorushika

[MV] Akari-boshi (Lamp Star) / haruka nakamura + suis from Yorushika

You’re drawn into its delicate, lyrical sound.

It’s a collaboration between composer haruka nakamura and suis, the vocalist of Yorushika.

The song was written as the theme for the film “Kono Natsu no Hoshi o Miru,” set to be released in July 2025.

suis’s crystalline voice gently accompanies the quiet, beautiful piano melodies woven by haruka nakamura, creating an immersive feeling as if you were inside a planetarium.

The story—tinged with the ache of an irretrievable past and the discovery of a small light of hope in the darkness—perfectly matches the film’s worldview.

Listen, and you’ll find yourself forgetting the daily bustle and quietly looking up at the night sky.

Winter Constellationshouka

Winter Constellations (with lyrics) - Song (from the 1947 middle school music textbook)

This is a song featured in the 1947 textbook “Secondary Music.” It somehow brings back memories of the music classes I took in elementary school.

It uses the melody of the American popular song “My Darling Nellie Gray,” with Japanese lyrics written by lyricist Keizo Horiuchi.

It’s a masterpiece I especially want people who usually listen to J-pop to hear.

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Summer constellationsCHERYL COST

CHERYL COST / Summer Constellations

Here is a song themed around the dreamlike scene of seeing summer constellations in the winter night sky.

It’s the title track of a single released by the band CHERYL COST in December 2013, and it sings about the answers to life and the mistakes we make.

Have you ever experienced that strange feeling of gazing up at summer constellations on a quiet winter night? This work paints a picture of that kind of fantastical world.

With the hallmarks of guitar pop, its pleasant melody leaves a strong impression.

It’s a track packed with the charm of CHERYL COST, a band based in Aichi Prefecture.

It’s the kind of atmospheric song that makes you want to listen while stargazing—perfect for a night drive or for enjoying the stars with someone special.

Stargazersupittsu

Spitz / Stargazer

A gem of a love song by Spitz that sings of the feelings of someone gazing up at the stars.

Released in January 2004, it drew attention as the theme song for Fuji TV’s variety show “Ainori.” The lyrics delicately portray the anxiety, anticipation, and hope of a single night spent waiting for a confession’s reply, and the clear, gentle melody resonates with the heart.

The song was used again as the commercial theme for Subaru’s SUV “Forester” starting in January 2017, bringing it back into the spotlight.

With a comfortable tempo around 120 BPM, it’s perfect for walking.

Listen to it while strolling under a starry sky, and you’ll be immersed even more deeply in the world of its lyrics.

WatariboshiIslet feat.Sando Aoi & Yūnagi Yoru

Watariboshi / Islet feat. Sando Aoi × Yoru

A beautiful ballad that sings of feelings for a loved one beneath a starry sky.

Released in July 2020, this work portrays deep affection for a distant lover through natural motifs like wind, flowers, and stars.

The crystalline vocals of Sando Aoi layered with the rich voice of Yuunagi Yoru create a result that conveys both poignancy and warmth.

Its polished quality fully justifies its track record of reaching No.

1 in the iTunes Anime category across multiple countries.

It’s a song that will quietly accompany those in long-distance relationships, or anyone spending a night apart from someone dear.