A Must-See for the Heisei Generation: Nostalgic Songs That Were Popular in the Heisei Era
It’s only been a few years since the Reiwa era began, but trends like “Heisei-era clichés” are already popular.
Among them, music is especially loved as nostalgic oldies.
So this time, we’re introducing “classic Heisei-era songs we recommend to people born in the Heisei era”!
The Heisei period was a time when many new music genres were born, with club music—especially UK garage and dubstep—undergoing major changes.
In addition to dance music and mainstream J-pop, we’ve also picked standout tracks from lesser-known genres like R&B and jazz rock.
If you were born in the Heisei era, be sure to check them out!
Playlist
| A Must-See for the Heisei Generation: Nostalgic Songs That Were Popular in the Heisei Era | |||
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| show_chart | Title | Playlist | Review |
| 1east | PassionUA | play_arrow | An iconic J-POP masterpiece of the Heisei era |
| 2east | 366 daysHY | play_arrow | A famous song by HY that portrays a heartrending love, resonating in the heart. |
| 3east | Time goes byEvery Little Thing | play_arrow | A signature hit by Kaori Mochida that represents the Heisei era |
| 4east | B-BOYismRHYMESTER | play_arrow | RHYMESTER’s “B-BOY Izm” is legendary. |
| 5east | EverythingMISIA | play_arrow | MISIA's famous song resonates with people's hearts |
| 6east | LOVE LOVE LOVEDREAMS COME TRUE | play_arrow | A masterpiece that portrays the heart of love, a timeless classic across generations |
| 7east | to youMONGOL800 | play_arrow | A classic youth anthem by MONGOL800 that resonates with the heart |
| 8east | human power plantBUDDHA BRAND | play_arrow | BUDDHA BRAND’s groundbreaking debut track |
| 9east | I should be able to fly (in the sky).supittsu | play_arrow | A classic that depicts Spitz’s youth, resonating in the heart |
| 10east | Swallowtail Butterfly ~Love Song~YEN TOWN BAND | play_arrow | A song of hope for those who chase their dreams, resonating in the heart |
| 11east | SakurazakaFukuyama Masaharu | play_arrow | A bittersweet love song of spring, a masterpiece by Masaharu Fukuyama |
| 12east | Ringo Sheenahonnō | play_arrow | Ringo Sheena’s aggressive-sounding “Instinct,” a song about unleashing desire |
| 13east | WhateverOasis | play_arrow | A classic by Oasis, an anthem to freedom and individuality. |
| 14east | come againm-flo | play_arrow | The energetic classic by m-flo that colors the weekend |
| 15east | ShakeDOUBLE | play_arrow | An iconic R&B classic by DOUBLE that represents the Heisei era |
| 16east | Joyfulikimonogakari | play_arrow | The memorable song from the Pocky commercial, with a bright, cheerful vocal |
| 17east | User ManualNishino Kana | play_arrow | Kana Nishino’s theme song—a track inspired by an instruction manual. |
| 18east | ButterflyKōda Kumi | play_arrow | Kumi Koda’s classic that celebrates women’s beauty and freedom |
| 19east | Tree of WadatsumiHajime Chitose | play_arrow | Chitose Hajime scores a massive hit with her debut single |
| 20east | No way to sayHamasaki Ayumi | play_arrow | Ayumi Hamasaki’s 31st single |
| 21east | DearestHamasaki Ayumi | play_arrow | The appeal of Ayumi Hamasaki’s classic song “Seasons” |
| 22east | Black CherryAcid Black Cherry | ![]() | A passionate song by Acid Black Cherry |
| 23east | First LoveUtada Hikaru | play_arrow | A classic song that portrays Hikaru Utada’s first love |
| 24east | flower burialL’Arc〜en〜Ciel | play_arrow | A moving masterpiece by L’Arc~en~Ciel |
| 25east | moonlightOnitsuka Chihiro | play_arrow | Chihiro Onitsuka’s classic song stirs the soul. |
| 26east | SOUL SCREAMhachi to chou | play_arrow | The classic song by SOUL SCREAM, “The Bee and the Butterfly” |
| 27east | LovelyOzawa Kenji | play_arrow | ‘LIFE,’ Ozawa Kenji’s signature song of love and joy |
| 28east | VINUSHKADIR EN GREY | play_arrow | DIR EN GREY's long-length epic song 'VINUSHKA' |
| 29east | CHE.R.RYYUI | play_arrow | Flip-phone love mail, pure feelings |
| 30east | Peach-Colored Unrequited LoveMatsuura Aya | play_arrow | Aya Matsuura’s peach-colored love song |
| 31east | Like tonight’s moonElefanto Kashimashi | play_arrow | A classic youth anthem filled with lost feelings |
| 32east | All of the YouthFujifaburikku | play_arrow | A classic coming-of-age song that depicts the end of summer |
| 33east | May it be filled with kindnessJUJU | play_arrow | A classic song that sings of gratitude and love for a cherished person |
| 34east | Heavy rotationAKB48 | play_arrow | AKB48’s “Koi Suru Fortune Cookie” is a big hit. |
| 35east | Chocolate DiscoPerfume | play_arrow | A classic, pop-style love song for Valentine’s Day |
| 36east | cherry (sweet cherry; cherry fruit)Otsuka Ai | play_arrow | Ai Otsuka’s 2nd single, a song depicting romantic love. |
| 37east | GIFTNissy(Nishijima Takahiro) | play_arrow | A poignant love song set in a winter town |
| 38east | Apply false eyelasheskyarī pamyu pamyu | play_arrow | Kyary Pamyu Pamyu's debut single |
| 39east | Love ForeverKatō Miriya × Shimizu Shōta | play_arrow | A bittersweet love song by Miliyah Kato and Shota Shimizu |
| 40east | FlowerORANGE RANGE | play_arrow | A moving song filled with the pain of parting and a wish for reunion |
| 41east | dogwood (flowering dogwood)Hitoto Yo | play_arrow | Yo Hitoto’s “Hanamizuki,” a prayer song for peace and love |
| 42east | cherry blossomMoriyama Naotaro | play_arrow | Iconic songs of parting and new beginnings in the cherry blossom season |
| 43east | Youthful AmigoShūji to Akira | play_arrow | The passionate bond of youth songs by Shuji and Akira |
| 44east | The One and Only Flower in the WorldSMAP | play_arrow | SMAP’s classic songs, music that heals the heart |
| 45east | cherry blossomKetsumeishi | play_arrow | A poignant masterpiece themed around cherry blossoms, depicting memory and a sense of loss |
| 46east | budKobukuro | play_arrow | A moving ballad filled with feelings for my mother |
| 47east | Close your eyesHirai Ken | play_arrow | Ken Hirai's soul-stirring love song |
| 48east | Becoming a Thousand WindsAkiyama Masashi | play_arrow | The classic singer Akikawa’s famous song |
| 49east | Lovin’ LifeFUNKY MONKEY BABYS | play_arrow | A classic by FUNKY MONKEY BABYS, an ode to everyday happiness |


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