[Relax] A curated list of Japanese songs recommended for when you want to fall asleep quickly
You might have ended up here because you’re struggling with things like “I’m sleepy but can’t fall asleep” or “I have to wake up early tomorrow, but I’m wide awake.”
This time, we’re introducing a selection of popular Japanese songs that may help you relax and drift off to dreamland as soon as you listen.
It’s the perfect bedtime playlist: listen under the covers, keep the volume low, and before you know it you’ll feel drowsy and your eyelids will gently close.
Be sure to bookmark it and make good use of it.
Playlist
| [Relax] A curated list of Japanese songs recommended for when you want to fall asleep quickly | |||
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| show_chart | Title | Playlist | Review |
| 1 | Letter to TomorrowTeshima Aoi |  play_arrow | Aoi Teshima’s singing voice sinks into the heart—a gentle healing. |
| 2 | A midsummer passing showerUtada Hikaru |  play_arrow | Hikaru Utada’s soothing song, healing the heart |
| 3 | That’s not fair.chelmico |  play_arrow | A masterpiece that sings of hidden love and loneliness |
| 4 | O flower, O flowertsuji ayano |  play_arrow | Ayano Tsuji’s heartwarming love song |
| 5 | step on a shadowyamasaki aoi |  play_arrow | Aoi Yamazaki’s song of salvation resonates with the heart |
| 6 | WOLFSPECIAL OTHERS ACOUSTIC |  play_arrow | Wrapped in a soft acoustic tone |
| 7 | LONELY NIGHTStofubeats |  play_arrow | A romantic hip-hop track to listen to at night |
| 8 | Time machineChara |  play_arrow | A love song whose sweet singing voice heals the heart |
| 9 | rose flowerkururi |  play_arrow | Music that gently embraces the feelings of the midnight |
| 10 | If it rainsnever young beach |  play_arrow | Enjoy retro, warm band music |
| 11 | Future FlowerSukima Suichi |  play_arrow | Sukima Switch’s “Miraibana” has a soothing vibe. |
| 12 | TOKYONulbarich |  play_arrow | A soothing song that depicts Tokyo’s scenery and emotions |
| 13 | Before our feelings overlap…Hirai Ken |  play_arrow | Ken Hirai's gentle ballad, a song that resonates with the heart |
| 14 | to exist; to be (used for inanimate things or abstract existence)Hata Motohiro |  play_arrow | Hata Motohiro’s song “Aru” that keeps you company on sleepless nights |
| 15 | GoodbyeToe |  play_arrow | Toe’s sleep-inducing track “Goodbye” |
| 16 | Can you see it feat. J.Lamotta SuzumeEVISBEATS & Nagipan |  play_arrow | A dreamy state soothed by gentle tones |
| 17 | When I Get My Playground BackFriday Night Plans |  play_arrow | The allure of a fantastical piece that envelops the anxieties of the night |
| 18 | OverLUCKY TAPES |  play_arrow | Heal your night with chillout music |
| 19 | trumpet vineAndō Yūko |  play_arrow | Yuko Ando’s “Nōzen Katsura” is a song that heals the heart. |
| 20 | Before you become a memorysupittsu |  play_arrow | A classic Spitz song that soothes nighttime anxiety |
| 21 | Warabe-gami ~Yamatoguchi~Natsukawa Rimi |  play_arrow | Okinawan lullabies, Rimi Natsukawa’s healing songs |
| 22 | Don’t Fall Asleep feat. Ikuko Harada (clammbon)YONA YONA WEEKENDERS |  play_arrow | The gentle music night after night is comforting. |
| 23 | Cats and Allergieskinoko teikoku |  play_arrow | A sentimental song that portrays a wistful longing for a cat |
| 24 | For ten minutes, for a hundred yen feat. Moka Sato, KujiraMAISONdes |  play_arrow | Music that depicts everyday rest and healing of the heart |
| 25 | eye seeRin Oto |  play_arrow | Cool music, the warmth of the city |
| 26 | Inori (feat. C.O.S.A.)Yo-Sea |  play_arrow | A healing collaboration song that clears the fog of the heart |
| 27 | honey-cageeill |  play_arrow | Delicate emotions that melt into the silence of the night |
| 28 | I want to see you.iri |  play_arrow | Urban music that portrays the bittersweetness of heartbreak |
| 29 | koakumapinoko |  play_arrow | Music that portrays the sweet yet precarious everyday life of love |
| 30 | freedomtofubeats |  play_arrow | Gentle songs by tofubeats that lighten the heart |
| 31 | The light is far away.sukaato |  play_arrow | A pleasantly campy song by Skirt |
| 32 | hazy spring sky (literally: “flower-clouded” sky; overcast sky during cherry blossom season)Sato Chiaki |  play_arrow | A bittersweet song that portrays a cloudy spring sky and memories |
| 33 | PetillantYuga |  play_arrow | A healing song with deep emotions and a soothing beat |
| 34 | made my day feat. Takuya Kuroda / Marcus DTakeuchi Anna |  play_arrow | A calm and pleasant tune before dawn |
| 35 | motherFujihara Sakura |  play_arrow | Sakura Fujiwara’s deep, smoky singing voice |
| 36 | Jam feat. iriSuzuki Mamiko |  play_arrow | A comfortable time with close friends |
| 37 | That’s enough already.Fuji Kaze |  play_arrow | Fujii Kaze’s music: a message of freedom and liberation |
| 38 | DarlingMrs. GREEN APPLE |  play_arrow | A warm message song that invites you to reflect on your true self |
| 39 | Is there still anything that love can do?RADWIMPS |  play_arrow | RADWIMPS’s film music are healing masterpieces for the heart |
| 40 | LOOPSIRUP |  play_arrow | Music of memories, a sentimental melody to the past |
| 41 | dancerVaundy |  play_arrow | Vaundy’s song portrays feelings of love with a pleasant rhythm. |
| 42 | Good nightaiko |  play_arrow | A gentle evening moment, with Aiko’s classic songs nestling close to the heart |
| 43 | A Naked Heartaimyon |  play_arrow | Aimyon sings about the heart of pure love |
| 44 | AliensKirinji |  play_arrow | The quiet of the city night and wistful music |
| 45 | Robinsonsupittsu |  play_arrow | Drift into a comfortable sleep with a classic hit by Spitz |
| 46 | Let’s go home.Fuji Kaze |  play_arrow | Fujii Kaze’s final, heart-touching song with gentle tones |