[2026] A roundup of classic J-pop songs with “heaven” in the title
Suddenly, but when you see the word “heaven,” what kind of image comes to mind?
Is it heaven in the religious sense, a word that expresses a vaguely happy moment or feeling, or perhaps a heaven meant in an ironic way? There are many possible interpretations.
This article researches classic J-pop songs that have “heaven” in the title—each with its own meaning depending on the listener—and gathers them across genres and eras into an intriguing and entertaining read.
What does “heaven” mean to these artists? You might come away with a new understanding after reading.
Enjoy!
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[2026] A roundup of J-pop masterpieces with “Heaven” in the title (21–30)
Far Eastern Madhouse HeavenNIGHTMARE
Included on the 2003 album “Ultimate Circus.” A five-member visual-kei rock band formed during New Year’s of 2000.
As a live staple, this song is performed almost without fail on tour finales and similar occasions.
An uptempo, driving drum groove makes it a cool track.
Tunnel HeavenZa Dainamaitsu
A single released in 1967.
A five-member Group Sounds band formed in 1965.
The melody reminiscent of The Beatles, paired with psychedelic guitar and a bright, cheerful rhythm, really sticks in your ears.
It’s a song characterized by a quintessentially 1960s sound.
[2026] A collection of classic J-pop songs with “Heaven” in the title (31–40)
Heaven’s DoorMatsutōya Yumi
The title track from the 1990-released album “Heaven’s Door.” Born in 1954.
A singer-songwriter from Tokyo.
It’s a song about ecstasy in general.
Amid an upbeat, feel-good rhythm and a melody brimming with the pop sensibility characteristic of New Music that conveys a cosmopolitan vibe, you hear Yumi’s vocals.
It can be called a quintessential track.
Heaven Postsawada chikako
Included on the 2017 album “31.
Kokoro Uta ~BEST & COVER 30~.” Born in 1963, a singer-songwriter from Iwate Prefecture.
This track is a song about feelings for family in heaven, carried by a mellow, lyrical melody over a slow, gently unfolding rhythm.
It’s the kind of piece that brings tears to your eyes.
Baby Jump ~Boarding Flight to Heaven~PASSPO☆
Included on the 2013 independently released album “JEJEJEJET!!”.
A seven-member girls’ unit formed in 2009.
It’s a track where a cute female chorus—seemingly at odds with the noisy, ringing guitars and the strong, mid-tempo rhythm—actually blends together beautifully.
Delusion HeavenDauto
The B-side track to the 2014 single “Zange no Hanamichi.” A five-member visual kei rock band that began activities in 2006.
It’s a captivating song featuring sweet high-tone vocals riding on a lively uptempo rhythm, blending hard rock sounds with pop melodies.
Impudent HeavenYoshikawa Koji
Included on the 1991-released album “LUNATIC LION.” Born in 1965, a singer-songwriter from Hiroshima Prefecture.
Backed by an up-tempo, feel-good beat and an aggressive, powerful rock sound, Kōji Kikkawa’s sexy vocals sound really cool.