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Songs to Play at the End of 2026! A Roundup of New Year’s Eve and Winter J‑Pop

The year that felt both long and short is already coming to an end.

From around the time Christmas passes, you really start to sense that the year is winding down, don’t you?

And as we reach the year’s end, a variety of music programs and events take place, starting with the Red and White Song Battle on New Year’s Eve.

Every year, I bet a lot of people ring in the New Year while listening to music.

With that in mind, this article rounds up a bunch of songs perfect for the end of the year, including tracks about New Year’s Eve and classic winter tunes.

It’s a playlist you can enjoy on your own to reflect on the past year, or throw on with everyone to hype up the countdown.

[2026] Songs to Hear at Year’s End! A Roundup of New Year’s Eve and Winter J-POP (91–100)

loadTHE toraburyū

This is a song by THE Toraburyu, currently active under the name “George Takahashi & THE Toraburyu” as vocalist George Takahashi’s solo project.

Based on a true story that began with a fan letter, the song sold 2.2 million copies and is known as THE Toraburyu’s signature track.

Its lyrics depict a tragedy set in winter, and together with the heartrending melody, they really tighten your chest.

It’s a number that comes to mind every winter, reminding us of the joy of safely making it through an ordinary year.

Hoshino Takashi
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In conclusion

We’ve introduced lots of songs that are perfect for the year’s end! We picked a wide range of tracks across different eras, so hopefully you found something you’d like to listen to.

You can reflect quietly on the past year with a song that’s just for you, or get everyone hyped to ring in the New Year.

Wishing you a wonderful holiday season!