[Songs to Listen to in December] J-POP and Christmas Songs that Feel Like Winter [2026]
December, which wraps up the year, becomes even more beautiful with illuminations lighting up and sometimes snow falling.
There are plenty of events too, like Christmas and New Year’s countdown concerts.
Around this time every year, you hear more Christmas songs and winter tunes on TV and in the streets.
In this article, we’ll introduce winter songs perfect for December, including the latest tracks! From songs that hype up your events to Christmas-themed pieces that warm a chilly heart, enjoy a variety of Japanese winter songs!
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[Songs to Listen to in December] J-Pop and Christmas Songs That Feel Like Winter [2026] (21–30)
White LoversKuwata Keisuke
This song, which enjoys immense popularity as a winter anthem, isn’t by Southern All Stars but is actually one of Keisuke Kuwata’s signature solo tracks.
It’s a classic that always comes up as a must-listen in winter! The bell and string tones that evoke the season are beautiful, while the lyrics, which depict a sorrowful love, gently seep into the heart.
On top of that, Kuwata’s sexy, husky voice further amplifies the poignant world of the lyrics.
Many listeners are deeply moved by the story told in the song, so you should immerse yourself in its world, too.
SNOW SOUND[Alexandros]
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This song by [Alexandros] was used in a 2016 JR SKISKI commercial.
The intro has a vibe reminiscent of ’90s Christmas songs, giving it a somewhat nostalgic feel.
At the same time, the arrangement makes full use of modern synth sounds, blending nostalgia with freshness.
Of course, Yohei Kawakami’s clear vocals stand out beautifully, making this a highly recommended winter song that perfectly captures the season.
[Songs to Listen to in December] J-Pop and Christmas Songs that Feel Like Winter [2026] (31–40)
I want to fall in love so much that the slopes melt.Hirose Kōmi
A singer-songwriter in the J-POP scene known as the “Queen of Winter,” beloved for her overwhelming vocal prowess and quirky, funny persona—Kohmi Hirose—released this as her seventh single.
The song served both as the theme for the film “I Want to Fall in Love Until the Slopes Melt” and as a commercial song for Alpen, a double tie-in that has helped it remain a beloved winter classic since its release.
Its melody, marked by piercing high tones, heightens the anticipation of winter, while the refreshing arrangement feels invigorating—an enduring winter song that never loses its shine and blows away the cold.
HappinessAI
This is one of singer-songwriter AI’s signature songs, a highly popular Christmas tune with a bright, cheerful vibe.
Since it was used in Coca-Cola commercials starting in 2011, many people strongly associate it with Coke and Christmas.
The jingle of sleigh bells creates a festive atmosphere that makes you feel excited just by listening.
AI’s powerful vocals deliver uplifting lyrics that, just like the title “Happiness,” fill you with a warm, happy feeling!
Christmas ringAKB48
In contrast to the dazzling cityscape, this is a grown-up Christmas song suffused with a touch of wistfulness.
Performed as a unit song in the AKB48 theater show “Koko Kara da,” which opened in December 2024, it was finally released as the long-awaited studio version on the December 2025 album “Koko Kara da Performance Album (Studio Recordings Collection).” Rather than a lively party tune, this piece delicately portrays the memories and feelings of love that resurface in quiet moments against the backdrop of city neon and fir trees.
The scenes Yasushi Akimoto paints highlight the loneliness that intensifies precisely because of the festive season.
It’s a perfect listen for a silent night when you want to be alone with your thoughts, or when you wish to reflect on cherished memories.
Decembermilet
Singer-songwriter milet wrote “December” as a heartfelt message to her mother.
It’s a track from her album “5am,” released in August 2023.
Now that she recognizes the feelings her mother had—feelings she couldn’t understand back then—she turned her gratitude into a song.
The result is a slow-tempo ballad that fully showcases milet’s husky, resonant voice.
The first half, in particular, features only simple piano accompaniment and vocals, making it a highly recommended song for anyone who loves milet’s singing.
A town where it snowsUNICORN
Snowy Town is UNICORN’s eighth single, released in 1992.
It’s quintessentially UNICORN: a laid-back, mellow vocal delivery with a touch of snark toward the world at large.
Once Christmas ends, the mood of the town changes in an instant, doesn’t it? While watching that frantic city from the sidelines, the song keeps its own pace—calmly chronicling the “ordinary everyday.” It’s also a track you’ll find yourself wanting to listen to as the year draws to a close.
