Classic Japanese songs perfect for a relaxing day off
You know how sometimes on your day off you just feel like taking a walk while listening to music? I especially recommend it for those who are usually swamped with work and don’t have time to relax.
Today, I’ve picked out some classic Japanese songs that are perfect for that kind of situation.
Give them a try!
Playlist
| Classic Japanese songs perfect for a relaxing day off | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| show_chart | Title | Playlist | Review |
| 1east | SaturdayMr.Children |  play_arrow | Mr.Children's new song "Saturday" is now available for streaming. |
| 2east | dead endHoshino Gen |  play_arrow | A poignant love story from a movie theme song |
| 3east | I should be able to fly (in the sky).supittsu |  play_arrow | Changes in the chorus lyrics of Spitz's signature songs |
| 4east | MONSTERDANCEKEYTALK |  play_arrow | Introduction to KEYTALK’s signature song MONSTER DANCE |
| 5east | Whimsical Romanticikimonogakari |  play_arrow | A bright and energetic song by Ikimonogakari |
| 6east | low-altitude flightNeighbors Complain |  play_arrow | An R&B band from Osaka, music that keeps you company on tired nights |
| 7east | marble latteRin Oto |  play_arrow | Heartwarming music that accompanies college students in winter |
| 8east | strangeEasycome |  play_arrow | A song that sings of youthful memories and the anticipation of a new step |
| 9east | MOONLIGHTLucky Kilimanjaro |  play_arrow | A pleasant track by Lucky Kilimanjaro |
| 10east | For ten minutes, for a hundred yen feat. Moka Sato, KujiraMAISONdes |  play_arrow | Music that depicts everyday rest and healing of the heart |
| 11east | Luv(sic) feat.Shing02Nujabes |  play_arrow | Nujabes’s music, love for creation, and prayer |
| 12east | LOOPSIRUP |  play_arrow | A masterpiece by SIRUP that portrays bittersweet memories of love |
| 13east | Inori (feat. C.O.S.A.)Yo-Sea |  play_arrow | A healing collaboration song that clears the fog of the heart |
| 14east | The lotus blooms.never young beach |  play_arrow | Gentle, heart-healing music: songs by never young beach |
| 15east | freedomtofubeats |  play_arrow | Gentle songs by tofubeats that lighten the heart |
| 16east | Wakakusa Night.Kubota Kai |  play_arrow | Comforting music that accompanies a sentimental night |
| 17east | hazy spring sky (literally: “flower-clouded” sky; overcast sky during cherry blossom season)Sato Chiaki |  play_arrow | A bittersweet song that portrays a cloudy spring sky and memories |
| 18east | made my day feat. Takuya Kuroda / Marcus DTakeuchi Anna |  play_arrow | A calm and pleasant tune before dawn |
| 19east | Jam feat. iriSuzuki Mamiko |  play_arrow | A comfortable time with close friends |
| 20east | U.F.OHaruno |  play_arrow | Ms. Haruno’s soothing ballad |
| 21east | An Afternoon of Memoriesizumi makura |  play_arrow | A woman's heart-song of accepting a farewell and facing forward |
| 22east | Goodbye, my beloved.Hana＊Hana |  play_arrow | A melancholy song I made for my grandfather |
| 23east | Eine KleineYonezu Kenshi |  play_arrow | Yonezu Kenshi’s love song Eine Kleine |
| 24east | Sundayback number |  play_arrow | Everyday life spent with someone you cherish is the greatest happiness. |
| 25east | SUNHoshino Gen |  play_arrow | Gen Hoshino produced a song that’s fun for no particular reason. |
| 26east | GarnetOku Hanako |  play_arrow | Oku Hanako’s youth song: friendship and aching beauty |
| 27east | PicnicSato Hiroshi |  play_arrow | A gentle track by a master of city pop |
| 28east | PicnicMayo Okamoto |  play_arrow | Introduction to Mayo Okamoto’s song about lovers napping during a picnic |
| 29east | Crescent ○○Hirahara Ayaka |  play_arrow | A song by Ayaka Hirahara like spring sunshine filtering through the trees |
| 30east | bouquetback number |  play_arrow | A band sings of love with a gentle melody |
| 31east | Full-Power BoySukima Suichi |  play_arrow | A rock song that warmly cheers on people who face reality |
| 32east | LOTUSŌhashi Torio |  play_arrow | Ohashi Trio’s fantastical musical works |
| 33east | Et ceteraŌhashi Torio |  play_arrow | A heartfelt song that depicts Ohashi Trio’s delicate everyday life |
| 34east | bow knotAimer |  play_arrow | A collaboration song between Aimer and RADWIMPS |
| 35east | Week EndHoshino Gen |  play_arrow | Makes you want to dance to Gen Hoshino’s weekend theme song |
| 36east | GLORIAYUI |  play_arrow | Sing about youth in the Benesse Shinken Zemi commercial song |
| 37east | The Best Daymoumoon |  play_arrow | A soothing song with gentle melody and lyrics |
| 38east | Sun of Lovekururi |  play_arrow | Refresh your mind with Quruli’s pop tunes |
| 39east | Thank youŌhara Sakurako |  play_arrow | A song that reminds me to feel grateful |
| 40east | To my gentle youNornis |  play_arrow | A ballad by Nornis. Its transparent harmonies gently stay close to the heart. |
| 41east | Friday Nightnatori |  play_arrow | A nocturnal jazz groove classic that portrays loneliness and love |
| 42east | secretBIGMAMA |  | Introduction of a rock band featuring a violin |
| 43east | An hourglass at andanteBeverly |  play_arrow | Beverly's gentle love song |
| 44east | DAY feat. PUNPEENulbarich |  play_arrow | Nulbarich “DAY” featuring a rap by PUNPEE |
| 45east | Wherever you areONE OK ROCK |  play_arrow | A song by ONE OK ROCK for a loved one |
| 46east | Weekly Shonen JumpRADWIMPS |  play_arrow | Gently accept the gap between ideal and reality |
| 47east | TRACEWANIMA |  play_arrow | Thinking of someone important with a calm song by WANIMA |
| 48east | Don’t Fall Asleep feat. Ikuko Harada (clammbon)YONA YONA WEEKENDERS |  play_arrow | YONA YONA WEEKENDERS' new song |
| 49east | Revivalwacci |  play_arrow | A song that helps you overcome hardships and stay positive |
| 50east | In Your Lifekururi |  play_arrow | A song that depicts a change of heart while driving |
| 51east | Goodbyeofukōsu |  play_arrow | A heartrending love song touches my heart |
| 52east | cherry blossomKetsumeishi |  play_arrow | A spring song that sings about heartbreak with a light touch |
| 53east | contrailYūmin (Matsutōya Yumi) |  play_arrow | A poignant song by Yuming about the death of a friend |
| 54east | Tears aren’t just for show.Nakamori Akina |  play_arrow | Akina Nakamori passionately sings a classic by Yosui Inoue |
| 55east | foreignerKUBOTA Saki |  play_arrow | The TV commercial song for the Silk Road footage. |
| 56east | Riverside HotelInoue Yosui |  play_arrow | Inoue Yosui’s classic—perfect for listening to on a summer evening. |
| 57east | Scatter, Scatter, Fill (feat. Masaki Suda)Kimyō Reitarō |  play_arrow | A collaboration song by Reitaro Kiyoshiro and Masaki Suda |
| 58east | Lovely Day, Lovely Place.Hirai Dai |  play_arrow | Hirai Dai’s gentle sound is a hot topic among the younger generation. |
| 59east | Wonderful LifeHirai Dai |  play_arrow | Dai Hirai’s ukulele travel song |
| 60east | Rainy BlueTokunaga Hideaki |  play_arrow | Hidetaka Tokunaga’s debut love song |
| 61east | A late breakfast on a gentle afternoonHata Motohiro |  play_arrow | Hata Motohiro’s soul-stirring song of quietude |
| 62east | Your placeTakeuchi Mariya |  play_arrow | Relax with Mariya Takeuchi’s soothing songs |
| 63east | Summer Colorsyuzu |  play_arrow | A classic Yuzu summer song that evokes youth |
| 64east | A Member of the Fire BrigadeRATS&STAR |  play_arrow | Upbeat pop-rock like a Shiseido commercial song |
| 65east | Ruby RingTerao Akira |  play_arrow | A hit song characterized by Akira Terao’s deep voice |
| 66east | A Good Day to Set Out on a JourneyYamaguchi Momoe |  play_arrow | Warm and gentle masterpiece by Momoe Yamaguchi |
| 67east | May it be filled with kindnessFlower |  play_arrow | The main theme song of Plant Encyclopedia is gentle and warm |
| 68east | 366 daysHY |  play_arrow | The memorable song from the drama Red Thread |
| 69east | only humanK |  play_arrow | A message song of setbacks and hope |
| 70east | SparkleRADWIMPS |  play_arrow | A soothing song from the film that I want to listen to over and over |
| 71east | beetle (specifically, a rhinoceros beetle)aiko |  play_arrow | Cute, soothing songs for girls to sing at karaoke |
| 72east | If only you were here so I could hold you.miwa |  play_arrow | My heart is warmed by miwa’s gentle singing voice. |
| 73east | It was you.sakura shimeji |  play_arrow | Sakurashimeji’s soothing folk |
| 74east | balladKetsumeishi |  play_arrow | Bittersweet love songs you want to listen to in winter |
| 75east | KanadeSukima Suichi |  play_arrow | Popular songs with gentle lyrics and melody |
| 76east | cherrysupittsu |  play_arrow | A refreshing and gentle song for the adult generation |
| 77east | To my dear youInoue Sonoko |  play_arrow | I’m soothed by Sonoko Inoue’s singing voice |
| 78east | day by dayYoshida Yamada |  play_arrow | A gentle song that cherishes family |
| 79east | YokazeHentai Shinshi Kurabu |  play_arrow | The wistful vocals over lo-fi beats seep into the heart. |
| 80east | Slow & EasyHirai Dai |  play_arrow | Sing gratitude and happiness with a gentle ukulele song |
| 81east | I won’t let myself cry.Saitō Kazuyoshi |  play_arrow | Saito Kazuyoshi’s new song soothes the heart |
| 82east | Why did I end up falling in love with you?Tōhōshinki |  play_arrow | A gentle, warm, healing song |
| 83east | soupFujihara Sakura |  play_arrow | Masaharu Fukuyama’s gentle, moving song |
| 84east | Things I like about youNishino Kana |  play_arrow | The healing of picturing someone you love |
| 85east | Daydream BelieverTakahata Mitsuki |  play_arrow | A soothing song sung by Mitsuki Takahata in Napping Princess |
| 86east | At that timeyuzu |  play_arrow | Savoring everyday life with Yuzu’s songs |
| 87east | The everyday miracle.Hirai Dai |  play_arrow | Introduction to Dai Hirai's surf music songs |
| 88east | loveHoshino Gen |  play_arrow | Gen Hoshino's 'Koi Dance' becomes a social phenomenon |
| 89east | If I’m wrapped in kindnessMatsutōya Yumi |  play_arrow | A classic by Yumi Matsutoya, perfect for a holiday morning |
| 90east | Can I call it magic?Hirai Ken |  play_arrow | As Ken Hirai’s 40th single in 2016… |
| 91east | Letter to TomorrowTeshima Aoi |  play_arrow | Teshima’s singing voice is so beautiful that the lyrics just sink in… |
| 92east | Hello,my friendMatsutōya Yumi |  play_arrow | Released as Yumi Matsutoya’s 25th single on the 19... |
| 93east | meteorKobukuro |  play_arrow | As the 19th single by Kobukuro, 201... |
| 94east | Tears Flowing EndlesslyNatsukawa Rimi |  play_arrow | This is a signature song by Rimi Natsukawa. In 2000... |
| 95east | A Bouquet for YouUtada Hikaru |  play_arrow | It has a dark feel, but it’s the theme song for a morning drama… |
| 96east | Indoor1001 |  play_arrow | A funk track with a relaxing effect |
| 97east | StoryAI |  play_arrow | An inspiring cheer song that resonates in the heart with AI's vocal prowess |
| 98east | GO!!!FLOW |  play_arrow | A bright and upbeat Naruto opening song |
| 99east | A Tiny Bit of CourageFUNKY MONKEY BABYS |  play_arrow | An anthem to encourage those who struggle with gaps |
| 100east | bedheadCreepHyp |  play_arrow | A band with an addictive high-pitched voice |