1991 Japanese Hit Songs | A collection of timeless classics loved across generations!
In 1991, when Japan was shaken as the bubble economy began to collapse, music continued to soothe people’s hearts amid anxieties about changing times, and a stream of hit songs was born.
In this article, we’re spotlighting Japanese songs that became hits in 1991! From timeless ballads cherished across generations, to positive anthems that encouraged the Japanese people, to poignant love songs that tug at the heart, we’ll cover a wide range.
Why not look back on “who you were back then” alongside these gem-like masterpieces?
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1991 Japanese Hit Songs | A Collection of Timeless Classics Loved Across Generations (31–40)
Goodbye, YesterdayTUBE
Even though TUBE has become firmly associated with being a summer band, they also gained popularity in 1991 with this song.
They had already produced many hit singles, so you can sense a certain confidence here as well.
They’re still a popular group for karaoke today, so I can recommend them.
GypsyKojima Misan
I just learned about this female artist for the first time.
Since she recorded a hit of over 300,000 copies in ’91, I think many people knew about her at the time.
The song has the feel of a classic idol and is also quite catchy.
Parody Song MedleyKamon Tatsuo
What’s amazing about this person is that they can rank around the top 30 in the annual charts with parody songs.
Despite being a comic song in the form of a parody, the fact that they established an entire genre deserves more recognition.
And even now, it still makes you laugh.
An uncool way of getting dumpedŌe Senri
Thinking that even Senri Oe was in ’91, it truly was a wonderful era with so many artists who are still active today scoring massive hits.
Japan still had momentum, and without things like the internet as we have now, you could say it was a fortunate time for artists.
Shake Hip!kome kome CLUB
The group Kome Kome Club has been active for a long time and continues to perform consistently.
The way they seem to genuinely enjoy making music overlaps with groups like Dreams Come True, and I think they’re truly wonderful.
Their live shows are still really exciting, so I’d love to experience one if I get the chance.
1991 J-Pop Hit Songs | A collection of timeless classics loved across generations! (41–50)
Silent EveKarashima Midori
A classic winter love song beloved by a wide range of generations, this is a masterpiece by Midori Karashima.
I had completely forgotten about her for a long time.
This wonderful singer-songwriter—like a queen of ballads—is also an excellent pianist, and even now her music moves me with its gentle, mellow touch.
Soap bubbleNagabuchi Tsuyoshi
Tsuyoshi Nagabuchi also recorded sales that placed him in the top ten of single sales in 1991.
This song has now become a staple and a signature track among fans and is widely supported.
Many people sing it at weddings and the like, and even those who don’t usually listen to Nagabuchi can probably sing this song.