A youth song with great lyrics. A lovely message that stays with your heart.

The Days of Rainbows and Sneakerschūrippu

TULIP “Back When Rainbows and Sneakers” (Lyric Video)

It is a classic song that leaves a strong impression with its delicate portrayal of youthful love and transience.

The scene of two people embracing in rain-soaked sweatshirts and the tender sentiment of cherishing a pair of sneakers are depicted with gentle warmth.

The lyrics symbolically express the disconnect between a man and a woman, a sudden farewell, and the immaturity of not yet being able to become an adult, all imbued with the bittersweet ache of youth.

Released in 1979 by Tulip, the song drew attention on TV programs such as The Best Ten and Yoru no Hit Studio, gaining popularity as a piece in which folk and pop are beautifully harmonized.

Kazuo Zaitsu’s warm vocals and the beautiful melody will surely comfort those who wish to heal the pain of heartbreak or look back on their cherished memories.

Shadows of Youthchūrippu

TULIP “Youthful Shadows” (Lyric Video)

A masterpiece whose gentle vocals and delicate melodic lines seep into the heart.

Its grand narrative—portraying profound love for a partner and the resolve to walk through life together—strikes a deep chord.

Seamlessly blending folk and pop, the song brings out the full musical allure of Tulip.

Released as a single in June 1974 and also included on the album “Seishun no Kage,” it garnered widespread support.

It has since been covered by numerous artists and used as an insert song in the drama “Under One Roof.” It’s the perfect track for moments at life’s crossroads or when you want to face forward with a calm mind.

A heartwarming message song you’ll want to listen to with someone special—highly recommended.

Strawberry Statement, Once Morebanban

Let's Do the 'Strawberry Statement' Once More

Released in August 1975, this poignant coming-of-age ballad, which tenderly portrays the transience of youth and changing times, became a major hit, reaching No.

1 on the Oricon charts.

It was the first song written by Yumi Arai for another artist, gently capturing memories of dates at the movie theater, days fervently devoted to the student movement, and the young facing the reality of entering the workforce.

Banban’s warm choral work blends beautifully with the fragile lyrics, resulting in a piece that fills the heart with nostalgia and bittersweet emotion.

This song will resonate when you want to immerse yourself in memories of your youth or reflect on moments shared with someone dear.

That wonderful love once moreKatō Kazuhiko, Kitayama Osamu

That Wonderful Love Once Again ~ 2024 Ver. [Official Promotion Video]

A gem of a folk song, filled with longing and nostalgia in search of a lost love.

It gently embraces shifting emotional distances and reflections on youth gone by.

The warm sonic world woven by the soothing resonance of the acoustic guitar and a refined arrangement beautifully captures the farewells and hoped-for reunions we all encounter in life.

Since its release in May 1971, it has been beloved as a staple for school events and graduation season, and has been widely used as incidental music in dramas and variety shows.

When you want to linger in memories with someone dear, why not immerse yourself in its soul-stirring vocals and poetic world?

The morning I had forgottenYamamoto Junko

Wasurete Ita Asa

The July 1971 single by the folk group Akai Tori is like a mental landscape that gently reflects the youth of those days.

Skillfully blending the essences of folk and pop, Junko Yamamoto’s clear, translucent vocals and the beautiful harmonies soothe the listener’s heart.

Rofu Yamagami’s poetic lyrics quietly evoke memories of days gone by, while Kunihiko Murai’s melody tenderly accompanies them.

Included on the album Akai Tori II, this piece features a calm arrangement that conveys the freshness of a morning breeze.

It’s a recommended song for moments when you want to pause amid a busy life to reflect on yourself, or when you feel like immersing yourself in cherished memories.

The wave that slashes through youthatarashii gakkou no rīdāzu

ATARASHII GAKKO! – The Wave That Slices Through Youth (Official Choreography Video)

The song “Seishun o Kirisaku Hadō” by ATARASHII GAKKO!, memorable for their sailor-uniform look as they sing and dance.

Included on their 2023 mini-album “Ichijikikoku,” the track was chosen as the theme song for the drama “Tai Ari Deshita ~ Ojosama wa Kakutō Game nante Shinai ~,” streamed on the video platform Lemino.

Set to a heavy, powerful rock sound, the lyrics evoke images of risking everything to charge through the stormy seas of youth.

The music video, filmed in a shopping street in Tottori Prefecture, showcases their intense dance performance—be sure to check it out!

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rivalShonan no Kaze

Shonan no Kaze “Rival” MUSIC VIDEO

For high school baseball players aiming for Koshien, teammates striving for the championship together and players from rival schools they compete against are both invaluable.

Shonan no Kaze’s song “Rival” celebrates those comrades-in-arms.

It was chosen as the theme song by broadcasters for the 98th National High School Baseball Championship regional tournaments held in 2016.

The players from opposing schools, of course, are rivals, but so are the teammates who push each other to improve and compete for starting spots.

The members of a team that overcomes various obstacles to win at Koshien must have had the experience of a lifetime.

That determination and emotion are captured in “Rival.”

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Hamada Takuya

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