Why does it make us cry so much? The true strength that “moving-to-Tokyo songs” teach us
When you leave your hometown to start a new life, don’t you sometimes feel a mix of excitement and deep anxiety? In those moments when unfamiliar sights and an unaccustomed environment make you feel like you might break, the power of music gently gives you a push, doesn’t it? In this article, we’ll introduce a wide range of moving “journey-to-the-city” songs that sing of love for one’s hometown and determination for a new place.
From songs that gently wrap your loneliness to songs that stir up the courage to look ahead, there’s a variety—so please find the one track that truly stays by your side!
Playlist
| Why does it make us cry so much? The true strength that “moving-to-Tokyo songs” teach us | |||
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| 1east | far; distant; by farGReeeeN | play_arrow | A GReeeeN ballad that depicts setting off on a journey away from one’s hometown |
| 2east | One-room DiscoPerfume | play_arrow | A song by Perfume that exquisitely captures the hopes and anxieties of starting a new life |
| 3east | TOKYOYUI | play_arrow | A signature song depicting YUI’s experience of moving to Tokyo |
| 4east | night busaimyon | play_arrow | Songs by Aimyon that empathize with anxiety |
| 5east | Tokyokururi | play_arrow | Kururi's major-label debut single |
| 6east | scarecrowsadamasashi | play_arrow | A signature song by Masashi Sada that sings of longing for his hometown |
| 7east | Tokyo StorySha ran Q | play_arrow | Sharam Q Tokyo-bound song portrays emotions |
| 8east | Cotton HandkerchiefŌta Hiromi | play_arrow | A Showa-era classic that poignantly portrays the sorrow of a long-distance romance |
| 9east | The Correct CityShiina Ringo | play_arrow | A masterpiece that depicts the conflict between one’s hometown and a new land |
| 10east | Far, far awayMakihara Noriyuki | play_arrow | Noriyuki Makihara’s classic song cheers on your new life |
| 11east | To tomorrowLittle Glee Monster | play_arrow | An encouraging song with lyrics written by a member for the first time |
| 12east | Engo TowerMOROHA | play_arrow | Explanation of MOROHA's song. Portrays the conflict between the city and one’s hometown. |
| 13east | Tokyokinoko teikoku | play_arrow | A masterpiece packed with Kinoko Teikoku’s heartfelt sentiments |
| 14east | TokyoKetsumeishi | play_arrow | A heartwarming classic by Ketsumeishi soothes the weariness of city life |
| 15east | Don’t give up on your dreamsOkamura Takako | play_arrow | Takako Okamura’s heartbreak song becomes a cheer song |


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