[I Want Healing] Songs That Bring a Sense of Calm: Heartwarming Masterpieces of Japanese Music
Music gives us so many emotions—joy, anger, sorrow, and happiness.
Among them, the charm of soothing, heartwarming songs is not to be missed.
When you’re feeling tired or overcome with anxiety, many people probably find comfort in listening to their favorite tracks.
In this article, we introduce classic Japanese songs that are gentle and heartwarming.
We’ve picked pieces with not only relaxed melodies but also lyrics that slowly sink in, so try incorporating them into your mental tune-up or daily routine.
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[Want to be healed] Songs that bring a calm mood. Heartwarming masterpieces of Japanese music (61–70)
Life is BeautifulHirai Dai
A heartwarming song that’s perfect for peaceful moments by the sea.
Dai Hirai’s gentle voice, paired with soothing sounds of ukulele and acoustic guitar, quietly reminds us just how precious the small joys of everyday life are.
The message embedded in this piece—“Life is beautiful”—guides the heart toward those sparkling moments we tend to overlook in our busy days.
Released in June 2016 as the title track of the acclaimed album “Life is Beautiful,” it also became well-loved as the theme for House Foods’ “Java Curry” commercial.
Whether you’re lost in thought on a beach at sunset or standing at a turning point in life, this song is sure to resonate deeply with the listener.
Dear sunshine—my precious youHirahara Ayaka
Ayaka Hirahara’s vocals, which gently embrace the heart with sun-like warmth, are especially memorable.
In this piece, screenwriter Yoshikazu Okada penned the lyrics himself, creating a song overflowing with maternal affection for someone dear.
Its gentle melody seems to convey the happiness found in everyday moments and the preciousness of thinking of someone.
The track served as the theme song for the NHK morning drama series “Ohisama,” starring Mao Inoue.
Initially it aired as an instrumental, but a sung version was later produced in response to strong viewer demand—a lovely anecdote in itself.
GIFTMr.Children
Released in 2008 as Mr.Children’s 32nd single, this song was selected as the NHK theme for the Beijing Olympics and Paralympics, and it reached No.
1 on the Oricon Weekly Singles Chart.
Written and composed by Kazutoshi Sakurai, its lyrics are profoundly deep, making it a song you can listen to with a calm mind.
ALL FOR YOUAmuro Namie
Released in 2004 as Namie Amuro’s 27th single.
The song was used as the theme for the Fuji TV Tuesday 10 p.m.
drama “Before You Become a Memory,” starring Alisa Mizuki, marking her first drama theme in about six years.
It’s a grand ballad that blends a gem-like melody with enveloping vocals.
VoyageHamasaki Ayumi
It was released in 2002 as Ayumi Hamasaki’s 28th single.
The song was used as the theme for the TBS drama “My Little Chef,” and it topped the Oricon Weekly Singles Chart for three consecutive weeks.
A short film starring her, inspired by this track and titled “Tsuki ni Shizumu” (Sinking Into the Moon), was released in 2002 and became a hot topic.
My WayDef Tech
This song by Def Tech is perfect for relaxing by the seaside.
Its comfortable rhythm and lyrics woven in both English and Japanese give you the courage to move forward as yourself.
It also carries a warm message that highlights the importance of bonds with friends.
The track is included on their debut album “Def Tech,” released in January 2005.
It became widely memorable as the song used in a Yokohama Tires commercial, the spring high school baseball digest program “Minna no Koshien,” and as an insert song in the film “Crows ZERO II.” Give it a listen when you’re lost in thought on a sunset beach or when you want to feel calm.
Scooping the Sea (House ver.)Hoshino Gen
This is a song by Gen Hoshino with an irresistible, gently floating feel.
A house arrangement, different in character from the original, leads you to scenes of a summer seaside.
The lyrics, which depict fleeting memories like water slipping through your fingers and wavering emotions, overlap with the sophisticated sound to create something achingly beautiful.
The track is included on the single “Crazy Crazy / Sakura no Mori,” released in June 2014.
A studio live performance is also featured as a bonus video on the first-press edition of the album “POP VIRUS,” making it a valuable record for fans.
Why not give it a listen while cooling off by the shore lost in thought, or when you want to relax with a touch of sentiment at summer’s end? It’s sure to become one of your favorite seaside songs.