[Thank You] A song for grandpa and grandma: a classic that makes you want to express your gratitude

We’d like to introduce “Songs for Grandpa and Grandma,” which capture feelings of gratitude and cherished memories for grandparents.

These are perfect for moments when you think of the two of them or for occasions like Respect for the Aged Day when you want to express your everyday appreciation.

From songs that feel like heartfelt letters of thanks, to humorous tracks that portray unique grandparents, to moving pieces dedicated to grandparents who have passed away—we’ve gathered a rich selection.

Even if they live far away and you can’t see them often, a grandchild is always someone special to them.

Just a phone call or a quick visit to show your face will surely make them happy.

Take this opportunity to share your feelings with them.

Playlist

[Thank You] A song for grandpa and grandma: a classic that makes you want to express your gratitude
	Title	Playlist	Review
1	1106WANIMA		WANIMA composed a song from a letter addressed to their grandparents
2	day by dayYoshida Yamada		Yoshida Yamada’s signature song “Hibi” is a track that sings of gratitude.
3	dear grandmaKyūshūdan		A ballad about feelings for my grandmother
4	Nice to meet you, Grandma.misanga		A song expressing gratitude to a grandmother with dementia
5	signpostFukuyama Masaharu		A song expressing Masaharu Fukuyama’s feelings for his grandmother
6	an elderly coupleHoshino Gen		A short musical piece depicting an elderly couple’s love and memories
7	The Toilet GodUemura Kana		The Toilet God resonates because it’s based on real-life experience.
8	Letterback number		A ballad song expressing gratitude to one’s parents
9	Because you are hereUru		Uru’s ballad that portrays gratitude and bonds
10	threadNakajima Miyuki		A masterpiece by Miyuki Nakajima. A song that sings about the bonds of life through threads.
11	Basking in love, I am here.C&K		A song that portrays gratitude and farewell to one's grandparents
12	Circle of Thanksayaka		A heartwarming song that conveys feelings of gratitude
13	SoranjiMrs. GREEN APPLE		Introduction to a song that sings of the preciousness of life
14	NectarMOROHA		MOROHA’s “Nectar” is a masterpiece that sings about the importance of family
15	Gentle Memories ~Everlasting II~Aqua Timez		A love story that inherits the bonds of family
16	a grandma’s boy/girlManami		A song about memories with my grandmother
17	swanyuzu		A plaintive farewell song imbued with feelings for my grandmother
18	Grandpa and Grandma’s weddingET-KING		A song by ET-KING depicting their grandparents' wedding
19	What I thought about happinessInoue Ito		Rookie singer Ito Inoue sings about happiness during her battle with illness
20	GrandmaKOKIA		KOKIA's grandmother memorial song
21	Still in my heartAK-69		A song that expresses gratitude and feelings toward the deceased
22	rainbowSuda Masaki		Masaki Suda's family-love theme song
23	GrannyKondō Natsuko		A song by Kondo Natsuko expressing love and gratitude to her grandmother
24	Grandma’s SongIkeda Taku		A heartfelt song dedicated to my grandmother back home
25	Computer Grandma		Computer Grandma
26	signpostKaruxpin		A song that sings of gratitude and love for Grandma. It conveys heartfelt feelings.
27	The Tale of Footwear and UmbrellasAKB48		AKB48 performs a heartwarming song on Minna no Uta
28	Big Grandmakondō toshiki		A song about memories with my grandmother
29	Grandma’s Songmei		Expressing gratitude to my grandmother in my niece’s song
30	Antenna Last10-FEET		A moving song filled with feelings for my grandmother
31	MomWANIMA		A song about feelings for my grandmother
32	Something I want to showWakaba		A song filled with gratitude for my grandmother
33	Grandfather’s ClockHirai Ken		A song sung by Ken Hirai that became a big hit
34	the scent of flowersMr.Children		A song that keeps thinking of you even when far apart
35	To Grandpa and Grandmaichigo kurabu		A song to give to your grandparents on Respect for the Aged Day
36	Cabbage White Paper — Spring Editionpīberī		A masterpiece that expresses gratitude to grandma
37	Tangerine-Colored Summer VacationFukuyama Masaharu		A song in which Fukuyama admires his grandmother’s work in the fields and takes it as a guiding principle in life.
38	ROUTE to ROOTSTakehara Pisutoru		Singing of the present moment between life and death
39	Thank you very much.Sakushi: Konishi Hiroya / Sakkyoku: Hoshi Tomoaki		A song of gratitude created by the birthplace of Respect-for-the-Aged Day
40	GrandmaAsakura Misa		Theme song of the film “Saga no Gabai Baachan”
41	The 26th autumnOkabayashi Nobuyasu		A folk song expressing Nobuyasu Okabayashi’s feelings for his grandmother
42	Please tell me.Iju Kayoko		Heidi asks her grandfather a question
43	GrandmaŌizumi Itsurō		Itsuro Oizumi’s main occupation is farming.
44	Grandpa Bear19		Grandpa Bear: Memories of my grandfather who lived through four eras
45	Wonderful Grandpa: Maruko’s Song of the Heartmaruko		TARAKO sings Maruko’s gratitude
46	Polka of the Old Man and the ChildrenHidari Bokuzenn to Himawari Kitiizu		Social-issue enka by an elderly actor
47	Grandpa’s LullabyAkimoto Yūji		A warm song about memories with grandpa
48	JumpMr.Children		An encouragement song that changes lives, with an insecure young person putting their hands together before a Buddhist altar.
49	Tropical Grandma ~Ba-ba Babaa~Arukara		A grandma living freely with punk rock
50	Is the bath nice?shiritsu ebisu chūgaku		Balancing the discomfort I feel toward the country house with my sincere desire to be liked by my grandparents.
51	Grandpa and Grandma, thank you.Aoi to Kaede		A folk song of gratitude to grandparents by a shamisen-playing sister duo
52	Forever and ever and everhimawari		Expressing gratitude to my grandparents through a song
53	Grandpa Harikiri’s Rock ’n’ RollUeki Hitoshi		Grandpa blossoms in life through physical fitness.
54	Grandpa is nice.Jito Mototsugu		I'm jealous of Grandpa's free lifestyle.
55	Let’s go to grandpa’s house.Hikawa Kiyoshi		Analysis of why Kiyoshi Hikawa chose “grandpa” for his lyrics
56	Wind Chimes of That DayAKB48		Introduction to AKB48’s song “Natsukashii Fūkei” (Nostalgic Scenery)
57	existenceWANIMA		A heartwarming Mother's Day song filled with thoughts for my grandmother
58	A Letter to GrandpaTARAKO		Mikan Enikki ending theme song, the cat’s feelings
59	Yakitori Jiisanmoritakashi		A Fukushima campaign song popular for its yakitori shop melancholy
60	Grandpa’s TrainFujita Toshiko		The daily life of a train driver grandfather and his grandchild
61	ranchu (a breed of Japanese goldfish)Eito		A warm song about memories at my grandparents' house
62	Song of a VultureKimura Kaera		A robot grandmother with a computer face
63	From me to yousakuramaya		Grandpa and grandma, stay healthy and live a long life.
64	Grandpa Marcosaneyoshi isako		Depicting Grandpa Marco's duality
65	Theme of the Mean/Spiteful Old Ladysurappusuteikku		Theme songs for Machiko Hasegawa works performed by a voice actor band
66	Song of the Elderly RevolutionIzumiya Shigeru		A protest song calling for the dignity of the elderly
67	Here comes Pururun Grandpa!kome kome CLUB		A lively grandpa who’s pursuing romance
68	JijyAkiyama Kanpei		Song of the Rampaging Grandpa from Yoshimoto Shinkigeki
69	GrandpaTakahashi Mariko		Stories of my travels with Grandpa
70	Nostalgic old manyanase takashi		Takashi Yanase releases an album at age 84
71	They are 80 years old.Tenchi Satoko / Shimojō Atomu		A tranquil daily life of an elderly couple
72	Grandfather’s 11 monthsKurikōdā Karutetto		Popular songs by the Kuricorder Quartet
73	Long Life OndoYonesuke		Toyohisa Araki arranged a traditional song.
74	Thank youSun Set Swish		A heartwarming song that conveys gratitude
75	Electric GrandmaZa Supaidāsu		Grandma came to see her grandchild.
76	Me and GrandmaHiguchi Ai		Grandma and Me: Memories and Farewells
77	Thank youikimonogakari		A heartwarming classic that sings of gratitude
78	Grandpa’s New Year’s gift		Lyrics and music by Grandpa Oto
79	Mr.Benkurofukurouzu		The feelings of a young man drawn to the happy way of life of the homeless
80	Mottainai Grandma OndoMasuda Hiroko		Everyday Adventure Tales of the Waste-Not Grandma
81	Grandfather’s IslandKawashima Anamu		Eigo Kawashima's daughter is active, singing in a style similar to her father's.
82	dandelionMatsushita Kohei		Kouhei Matsushita's warm love-themed support song
83	shoulder massagenono-chan (Murakata Nonoka)		Nono-chan expresses her love for her grandparents by giving shoulder pats.
84	GratitudeHajime Chitose		Chitose Moto, a soothing song that sings gratitude for everyday life
85	Shoulder Tapping Songdōyō		A children's song for shoulder tapping that expresses gratitude to parents
86	A Song for When You’re Left Speechlesstama		Chibi Maruko-chan’s grandpa enka
87	Invincible GrandpaMukkī Tezuka		Comic song of a strong grandpa
88	cradlesaji		Saji's Cradle: A Story of the Bond Between a Grandmother and a Boy
89	Deworming Lullabysadamasashi		Sada’s lyrics are long but sing of memories.
90	Song of Yoshida Townyoshida takurou		A cheer song that sings of the hopes of the people of Yoshida Town
91	Long live old age!Jii-POP from Kōchike ALL STARS		Elderly people energize the super-aged society with “G-G POP.”
92	Grandpa TwistSasano Takafumi & Miyatake Matsuri		NHK Minna no Uta, a duet/skit-style song by Takashi Sasano and a child actor
93	Grandpa is just right.Kinniku Shoujo Tai		Grandpa, have fun in heaven
94	Our HeroGō Hiromi		An elderly neighbor shines