[For Seniors] Winter songs you'll want to hum along to. A collection of classic tunes recommended for BGM and recreational activities

White LoversKuwata Keisuke

Keisuke Kuwata – Shiroi Koibitotachi (Full ver.)

Keisuke Kuwata’s classic winter song was released on October 24, 2001.

It’s a bittersweet winter love song themed around a past romance, depicting the tender, aching memories of a former lover that surface when you’re alone on a cold winter night.

It was also used as the CM song for Coca-Cola’s “No Reason” campaign.

With lyrics that are easy for older listeners to relate to and a warm musical tone, it may inspire people to reflect on their winter memories.

It’s also perfect for recreational activities in care facilities.

Winter Constellation

Ministry of Education Song, Winter Constellations

Keizo Horiuchi, who worked on numerous translations of foreign songs and many school anthems, wrote the lyrics for “Fuyu no Seiza” (Winter Constellations), a song selected for Japan’s Top 100 Songs.

It features a warm melody that evokes the image of stars spreading across the night sky.

The piece was included in music textbooks in the 1940s, so many older people may be familiar with it.

Its relaxed tempo also brings peace of mind.

It’s also recommended to sing it while gazing at the constellations during winter events.

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Winter LightningArisu

Alice “Winter Lightning”

This song vividly captures the winter scenery.

Alice’s powerful vocals and the deeply emotional lyrics are striking.

Released in October 1977, it became a major hit, ranking 16th on Oricon’s year-end chart the following year.

The lyrics, which liken the shock of parting and the wounds of the heart to lightning, resonated with many people.

It was also featured in a McDonald’s commercial in 2020.

It’s a classic that older listeners may find nostalgic.

Listening to it during the cold winter season makes it all the more moving.

Why not sing it together and share a heartwarming moment?

Before winter comeskami fuusen

Before winter comes — Papper Balloon (Kamifūsen)

Paper Balloon’s classic song was released in November 1977 and sold 450,000 copies.

It portrays a woman’s feelings as she recalls memories of a summer that has passed and longs to reunite with her loved one before winter arrives.

With a folkloric atmosphere, the song became a radio-centered hit and made Paper Balloon known nationwide.

It was also selected as No.

27 on the annual Oricon chart.

For older listeners, it’s a tune that can be enjoyed with a sense of nostalgia.

It’s perfect for winter recreational activities at care facilities—let’s sing it together and share a heartwarming moment.

snow-cappedTeresa Ten

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Teresa Teng was a singer who enjoyed a wide-ranging career across the Asian music scene.

Among her songs, the one that takes winter as its theme is “Yukigeshō” (Snow Makeup), released in 1974.

It portrays the feelings of a woman left behind in a town after the one she loves is gone.

Paired with lyrics that evoke a mature romance, her supple, graceful vocals resonate throughout the piece.

Because it’s a song you can sing slowly and expressively, it’s also recommended for karaoke gatherings with older adults.

How about singing this poignant love song set on a cold winter’s day?

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Winter is starting.Makihara Noriyuki

Noriyuki Makihara – Winter Is Beginning

Noriyuki Makihara’s song “Fuyu ga Hajimaru yo” is a perfect tune for the lovely winter season—why not listen to it together with older adults? His gentle voice can make you forget the winter chill.

The lyrics depict scenes of winter as experienced by lovers, warming the heart as you share memories.

It’s a song that many seniors may find nostalgic, and singing it together with family or staff can make for a delightful time.

Its beautiful melody is sure to make winter events feel even more special.

Fallen leaves in the snowFuse Akira

Fallen leaves in the snow

This song, known as one of Akira Fuse’s signature pieces, was released in October 1976 and was also used in a Suntory Gold Label commercial.

It reached No.

1 on the Oricon weekly singles chart and was performed at the 27th NHK Kohaku Uta Gassen.

The lyrics, which depict the deepening emotions that come with the changing seasons, are especially resonant for older listeners.

Its relaxed melody makes it perfect for both listening and singing.

How about everyone humming along together? It’s sure to bring back fond memories.