[Sleep] A Collection of Recommended Japanese Songs for Bedtime [Relaxing]
Many of you probably like that drowsy feeling right before you fall asleep.
It’s the ultimate relaxation time, isn’t it? This time, I’d like to introduce lots of sleep-inducing music that will hopefully guide us into that supreme moment.
Close your eyes, focus only on the sounds entering your ears, and before you know it, you’ll drift into the world of dreams… If you struggle with sleeplessness, please use this as a reference.
It’s a playlist with plenty of quiet tracks and ballads.
Immerse yourself in these soothing masterpieces.
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[Sleep] Recommended Japanese Songs for Falling Asleep [Relaxing] (21–30)
What you and I can doAndō Yūko
It’s a soothing love song that warmly sings, “I want you to stay with me forever.” It’s a track by Kanagawa-born singer-songwriter Yuko Ando, released in 2005 as her second single.
With an impressive horn section and an easy-on-the-ears ballad sound, it’s perfect for slipping into bed while still feeling happy.
The arrangement beautifully highlights Ando’s soft, cotton-like vocals.
Lyrically, it’s a great listen for couples and married partners.
tomorrowHirahara Ayaka
This song sets Japanese lyrics to a piano piece by André Gagnon, a master of healing music.
Ayaka Hirahara released it in February 2004 as her second single, and it was also included on her first album, ODYSSEY.
In January 2005, it was re-released as the theme song for the Fuji TV drama Gentle Time, becoming a long-running hit that peaked at No.
16 on the Oricon Weekly Chart.
There’s even an anecdote that screenwriter So Kuramoto happened to hear it on TV and immediately decided to use it as the theme.
The lyrics delicately portray the resolve to move forward while carrying loss, and the acoustic sound—softly layered with strings—is part of its appeal.
Let yourself be enveloped by Hirahara’s husky, embracing voice, and you may feel your heart unwind.
A perfect companion for sleepless nights.
[Sleep] Recommended Japanese songs for falling asleep [Relax] (31–40)
Circus NightNanao Tabito
How about slipping into bed in a romantic mood? It’s a track by Tavito Nanao, a singer-songwriter from Kochi Prefecture, included on his sixth album Little Melody, released in 2012.
The mellow arrangement pairs beautifully with Nanao’s sweet vocals.
It’s a stylish city-pop piece whose slightly bittersweet lyrics liken a one-night romance to a circus, and you can’t help but be drawn in.
It has a charm that makes you want to keep it on repeat.
Don’t Fall Asleep feat. Ikuko Harada (clammbon)YONA YONA WEEKENDERS
A lovely band that embraces the concept of “good music to go with your drinks,” YONA YONA WEEKENDERS released this new work in April 2023.
It’s included on their fifth EP, “into the wind,” out in June, and features Ikuko Harada from clammbon as a guest vocalist.
The lyrics, which depict time spent together, and the sweet atmosphere create a soothing comfort.
It seems perfect as a bedtime song, too.
It’s got that quintessential Yona Yona gentle groove that leaves you dreamy.
Alongside the reassuring band ensemble, a calm, peaceful time flows.
Harmony at the End of SummerInoue Yosui & Anzen Chitai
There’s a song that quietly stays by your side on nights when your heart feels a little restless, in the liminal space where summer turns to autumn.
Released in September 1986 by Yosui Inoue and Anzen Chitai, this single was first unveiled at their legendary joint concert at Jingu Stadium the previous August.
Born from the mentor–protégé relationship between Inoue, who recognized their talent, and Anzen Chitai, who once played as his backing band, the work blends Koji Tamaki’s gentle melody with Yosui Inoue’s poetic lyrics to tenderly envelop the listener’s heart.
Though it depicts the end of a love, it somehow carries a warm, reassuring comfort.
It peaked at No.
6 on the Oricon chart and continues to be covered by many artists to this day.
On sleepless nights, surrendering to this beautiful harmony will surely lead you to a peaceful sleep.
Warabe-gami ~Yamatoguchi~Natsukawa Rimi
This song, a standard-Japanese cover of a traditional Okinawan lullaby, brings a sense of peace as if you were being gently rocked in a cradle.
Rimi Natsukawa’s clear voice tenderly weaves deep love and prayers for a life bestowed from the heavens.
With a relaxed tempo in the 70 BPM range and the warm resonance of acoustic guitar and strings, it will lull you into a comfortable sleep.
Released as a single in September 2003, it won the 45th Japan Record Award Gold Prize.
It peaked at No.
16 on the Oricon Weekly Chart and became a long-running hit over 30 weeks.
In 2009, it was also used as the ending theme for the TV Tokyo drama “Shirahata no Shōjo.” It may resonate with those feeling tired from childcare or living away from their hometown.
Surrender yourself to Natsukawa’s embracing vocals and welcome a tranquil night.
motherFujihara Sakura
Sakura Fujiwara is a singer-songwriter who also excels as an actress.
Her deep, smoky voice gently nestles against a tired heart.
This work, released in September 2021, was written to commemorate the 50th anniversary of the lactic acid carbonated drink “Skal.” Produced by Shingo Sekiguchi, its acoustic sound is wonderfully soothing.
The lyrics center on the theme of unconditional love that asks for nothing in return and simply watches over, allowing you to feel enveloped in great kindness through depictions of nature such as rain and light.
It’s a perfect number for a quiet night spent alone.