[Heisei-Era Summer Songs] A curated selection of timeless summer tunes loved across generations!
A summer when you hung out with friends and made tons of memories, a summer of passionate love, a summer when you poured your sweat into club activities and studying.
What kind of memories do you have of summer?
In this article, we’ll introduce summer songs released during the Heisei era.
We’ve gathered a variety of Heisei summer tracks, including songs by artists strongly associated with summer and timeless summer classics loved across generations.
You might even find a song that colored your own Heisei summers!
If you spent the Heisei years with the songs we introduce, take a trip down memory lane.
And if you’re discovering them for the first time, find your favorites and be sure to give them a listen this summer!
Playlist
| [Heisei-Era Summer Songs] A curated selection of timeless summer tunes loved across generations! | |||
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| show_chart | Title | Playlist | Review |
| 1 | Marigoldaimyon | play_arrow | Aimer's love songs portray tenderness and heartache |
| 2 | secret base ~What You Gave Me~ZONE | play_arrow | ZONE’s classic song that depicts youthful summer days |
| 3 | Paradise, babyRIP SLYME | play_arrow | An iconic song that captures the joys of summer |
| 4 | You and the summer music festivalSHISHAMO | play_arrow | SHISHAMO’s classic summer love song |
| 5 | Ms. Hanako on a high pedestalback number | play_arrow | back number’s unrequited love summer song |
| 6 | HOT LIMITT.M.Revolution | play_arrow | T.M.Revolution’s summer classic, full of exhilaration |
| 7 | Summer MemoriesKetsumeishi | play_arrow | An adult summer song from the Roppongi Hills era |
| 8 | Swaying feelingsZARD | play_arrow | A quintessential ZARD song—a gem that portrays the feelings of summer love |
| 9 | Nagisasupittsu | play_arrow | The floating feeling of summer and its refreshing tones are captivating. |
| 10 | astronomical observationBUMP OF CHICKEN | play_arrow | A masterpiece whose contrast between innocence and growth resonates with the heart |
| 11 | Rollercoaster RomanceKinKi Kids | play_arrow | KinKi Kids Heisei Summer Pops |
| 12 | Roco LotionORANGE RANGE | play_arrow | ORANGE RANGE’s signature summer song |
| 13 | A Perfect SkyBONNIE PINK | play_arrow | BONNIE PINK's Shiseido commercial song is summer-appropriate |
| 14 | water lily blossomShonan no Kaze | play_arrow | A passionate Shonan no Kaze song that captures the feelings of summer |
| 15 | Everyday, KachushaAKB48 | play_arrow | AKB48’s summer love song |
| 16 | fireworks (launched into the sky)DAOKO × Yonezu Kenshi | play_arrow | The summer classic by DAOKO and Kenshi Yonezu |
| 17 | Et cetera related to the seashorePUFFY | play_arrow | The appeal of PUFFY’s big summer hit song |
| 18 | Voice of the Seaurashima tarō (kiritani kenta) | play_arrow | Kenta Kiritani’s au commercial song, a summer love ballad |
| 19 | Can’t Say Anything… SummerTHE JAYWALK | play_arrow | The appeal of J-WALK’s classic summer song(s) |
| 20 | Over DriveJUDY AND MARY | play_arrow | Classic summer songs by JUDY AND MARY |
| 21 | SummerHisaishi Joe | play_arrow | Joe Hisaishi’s summer classic that resonates in the heart along with the film |
| 22 | Goodbye, Summer DaysYamashita Tatsuro | play_arrow | Tatsuro Yamashita’s youth ballad 'Niji' (Rainbow) |
| 23 | sunflowerFukuyama Masaharu | play_arrow | A heartwarming song that sings of summer memories |
| 24 | FlowerORANGE RANGE | play_arrow | A masterpiece that portrays the transience of life and the preciousness of love |
| 25 | Summer Colorsyuzu | play_arrow | A signature song that depicts Yuzu’s youthful summer |
| 26 | Shanghai HoneyORANGE RANGE | play_arrow | ORANGE RANGE's summer classic |
| 27 | Season in the SunTUBE | play_arrow | TUBE’s classic summer hit—a refreshing yet bittersweet masterpiece |
| 28 | everything; the whole lot; lock, stock, and barrelKREVA | play_arrow | A blissful song that portrays the languor of summer and love |
| 29 | A Long, Short FestivalShiina Ringo | play_arrow | A passionate dance tune for a summer night |
| 30 | ultra soulB’z | play_arrow | B’z’s “Atsuki Omoi” is a summer cheer song. |
| 31 | Yes, SummerdaysGLAY | play_arrow | A classic summer song with a touch of melancholy, a famous track by GLAY. |
| 32 | Naughty SunORANGE RANGE | play_arrow | ORANGE RANGE 17th single |
| 33 | GuaranaSukima Suichi | play_arrow | An intense song by Sukima Switch gives you a push on the back |
| 34 | Blue and SummerMrs. GREEN APPLE | play_arrow | Anticipation for summer and the exhilaration of youth |
| 35 | summer festivalWhiteberry | play_arrow | Summer youth, melody of the festival |
| 36 | Feel Fine!Kuraki Mai | play_arrow | A high-energy song that captures the exhilarating feeling of racing through the summer sea |
| 37 | The summer you gave meieiri reo | play_arrow | A classic summer song that depicts a bittersweet love. |
| 38 | Feeling great!!mihimaru GT | play_arrow | mihimaru GT's summer dance-pop track is still captivating. |
| 39 | You’re my sunshineAmuro Namie | play_arrow | Namie Amuro’s summer classic, an eternal hit song |
| 40 | Haneuma RiderPorunogurafiti | play_arrow | A classic Porno Graffitti song overflowing with the refreshing feeling of summer |
| 41 | Ah, summer vacation.TUBE | ![]() | TUBE’s signature songs that evoke the feeling of summer |
| 42 | Don’t avert your eyes.DEEN | play_arrow | DEEN’s classic summer hit, the Pocari Sweat commercial song |
| 43 | tropical nightRIP SLYME | play_arrow | A passionate song that depicts the cat-and-mouse of a summer night |
| 44 | Hello, my friendMatsutōya Yumi | play_arrow | A classic song about the end of summer and friendship |
| 45 | HOTEL PACIFICSazan Ōrusutāzu | play_arrow | A hot track where the summer sea and rhythm fuse |
| 46 | I Want to Be Embraced in a Sea of Tears ~SEA OF LOVE~Sazan Ōrusutāzu | play_arrow | Keisuke Kuwata’s summer love song, with an emotive, richly expressive voice |
| 47 | HANABIHamasaki Ayumi | play_arrow | A poignant classic that captures the end of summer |
| 48 | July 1stHamasaki Ayumi | play_arrow | The Appeal of Ayumi Hamasaki’s Summer Hit “H” |
| 49 | End of SummerShimizu Shota | play_arrow | A bittersweet memory of a summer’s-end romance |
| 50 | Summer memories scented by the windAAA | play_arrow | A song that poignantly colors the memories of summer |
| 51 | Summer is comingDaikoku Maki | play_arrow | Maki Ohguro’s summer hit songs and her thoughts on marriage |
| 52 | Summer Days of 1993class | play_arrow | A Heisei-era hit that depicts summer love for a friend |
| 53 | rainbowFukuyama Masaharu | play_arrow | Masaharu Fukuyama’s exhilarating youth song |
| 54 | HIGH PRESSURET.M.Revolution | play_arrow | A refreshing summer song that reached No. 4 on the Oricon chart |
| 55 | Slow & EasyHirai Dai | play_arrow | A tropical-flavored song that advocates a laid-back lifestyle |
| 56 | Like when we first metEvery Little Thing | play_arrow | Every Little Thing's representative summer love theme song |
| 57 | Sound of SummerGReeeeN | play_arrow | A classic song that portrays the bittersweet love of a summer festival |
| 58 | FlowerKinKi Kids | play_arrow | KinKi Kids’ summer classic “Flower” |
| 59 | King of SummerKinKi Kids | play_arrow | KinKi Kids’ youth anthem, passionately sung by Fumito Kawai |
| 60 | The Summer When You Were ThereMr.Children | play_arrow | An early song by the million-selling band Mr.Children |
| 61 | Squid SUMMERORANGE RANGE | play_arrow | ORANGE RANGE’s summer classic ‘Ika SUMMER’ |
| 62 | CampioneORANGE RANGE | play_arrow | ORANGE RANGE’s World Cup cheer song |
| 63 | Pure AsiaPUFFY | play_arrow | PUFFY’s signature song “Asia no Junshin” is perfect for summer. |
| 64 | I can’t wait for summerTUBE | play_arrow | TUBE’s summer songs are moving masterpieces |
| 65 | The Story You Don’t Knowsupercell | play_arrow | A summer song that depicts an unattainable love through the starry sky |
| 66 | LIFEkimaguren | play_arrow | A summer song by Kimaguren from our high school days |
| 67 | I can see you againKetsumeishi | play_arrow | Ketsumeishi’s “Mata Kimi ni Aeru” is a classic summer song from the 2000s. |
| 68 | All of the YouthFujifaburikku | play_arrow | A rock band that sings about young people's feelings in a true-to-life way |
| 69 | Music HourPorunogurafiti | play_arrow | Pornograffitti's summer-themed song |
| 70 | PEACHOtsuka Ai | play_arrow | Ai Otsuka creates a refreshing summer hit song |
| 71 | I love it!Hirosue Ryōko | play_arrow | Ryoko Hirosue’s summer track “Daisuki!” is featured in a commercial as the CM song. |
| 72 | A Midsummer Night’s DreamMatsutōya Yumi | play_arrow | Yumi Matsutoya’s classic song “Midsummer Night’s Dream” |
| 73 | Surfing JohnnyKuwata Keisuke | play_arrow | A classic song that portrays summer romance and youth |
| 74 | The End of SummerMoriyama Naotaro | play_arrow | Naotaro Moriyama’s poignant singing voice at the end of summer |
| 75 | Summer DayMoritaka Chisato | play_arrow | The appeal of Chisato Moritaka’s classic song “A Summer Day” |
| 76 | Summer NudeMagokoro Burazāzu | play_arrow | A funky song by Magokoro Brothers that brightens up the summer |
| 77 | WingChinen Rina | play_arrow | Color your summer with Rina Chinen’s signature song “Wing.” |
| 78 | love the islandSuzuki Ami | play_arrow | Ami Suzuki, a summer track produced by Tetsuya Komuro |
| 79 | Rising SunEXILE | play_arrow | A message of hope and renewal, a powerful anthem of encouragement |
| 80 | SUMMER SONGYUI | play_arrow | YUI’s light, summery youth song |
| 81 | planetariumOtsuka Ai | play_arrow | Ai Otsuka’s signature song about summer memories |
| 82 | Barefoot GoddessB’z | play_arrow | A summer-like rock number by B’z |
| 83 | SUMMER TIME LOVEEXILE | play_arrow | EXILE TAKAHIRO’s summer hit debut |
| 84 | For the momentEvery Little Thing | play_arrow | ELT’s popular single “For the moment” |
| 85 | cotton candyback number | play_arrow | back number’s classic summer-perfect song “Watagashi” |
| 86 | Summer Splash!arashi | play_arrow | A fresh and energetic song from Arashi’s summer commercial |
| 87 | BLUE BIRDHamasaki Ayumi | play_arrow | The Appeal of Ayumi Hamasaki’s Summer Song “BLUE BIRD” |
| 88 | Shine We Are!BoA | play_arrow | An uplifting cheer song that propels dreams and hope forward |
| 89 | Shanana☆MINMI | play_arrow | A refreshing song that sings of summer love and hope |
| 90 | BoyhoodInoue Yosui | play_arrow | A classic song that sings of summer scenery and memories |
| 91 | Ponytail and ScrunchieAKB48 | play_arrow | AKB48’s youthful pop tune, the brilliance of summer |
| 92 | fireworksaiko | play_arrow | Depicting aiko’s signature songs, summer night skies, and emotions |
| 93 | Midsummer FruitSazan Ōrusutāzu | play_arrow | Introduce Southern All Stars’ classic song “Manatsu no Kajitsu” (Summer Fruit) |


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