[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] (41–50)
PresentINI
It’s a dance-pop number that captures the sparkle of winter and the excitement of the holidays, featured on the single “THE WINTER MAGIC” released in November 2025.
Its structure layers shimmering sounds from a global team of producers with rich multi-voice harmonies, warmly enveloping the listener.
The lyrics, crafted by members Rihito Ikezaki and Hiroto Nishi, gently weave feelings for a loved one against seasonal imagery like powdery snow and glowing lights.
It’s a perfect song to savor with your partner during those special year-end moments.
Winter DiamondTHE JET BOY BANGERZ
This is a ballad featured on the EP “Let’s Dance,” released in November 2025.
The lyrics were written by Masato Kotake, a renowned LDH-affiliated songwriter, and they carefully depict winter scenes like the north wind, streetlights, and frosty breath.
The piano-centered arrangement is layered with strings and bell tones, creating a shimmer reminiscent of stars in the night sky.
The rich harmonies of the three vocalists resonate deeply, conveying a poignant desire to bridge the gap with someone precious they’re close to losing.
It’s a perfect winter love song for those who want to sing with heartfelt tenderness at Christmas or year-end gatherings.
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.
orionYonezu Kenshi
Riding the shogi boom, the hugely popular anime March Comes in Like a Lion, based on Chica Umino’s original work, featured in its second season the ending theme Orion, the sixth single released by Kenshi Yonezu in 2017.
As the title suggests, it’s a song written with the winter-constellation Orion as its motif.
It’s a winter love song that gently brings to mind a clear, star-filled sky in the crisp winter air and fills you with warmth.
It’s a track you’ll want to listen to while gazing up at Orion.
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!
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.