Songs that go well with illuminations: A collection of masterpieces that create a magical atmosphere
In winter, beautiful illuminations sparkle all around the city, don’t they?
Especially during the Christmas season, they shine even brighter.
And to enhance the atmosphere of those gorgeous illuminations, music is essential!
So in this article, we’ll introduce a selection of songs that are perfect for illuminations all at once.
Starting with popular Christmas songs and winter tunes, we’ve gathered tracks that make the illuminations look even more beautiful, warmer, and more exciting.
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Songs that match illuminations: A collection of masterpieces that create a magical atmosphere (1–10)
Star SignsLE SSERAFIM
This song by LE SSERAFIM stands out with lyrics themed around constellations and destiny.
Its gentle sound and calm vocals are soothing and healing.
It’s included on their Japanese 3rd single “CRAZY,” released in November 2024.
It’s perfect for listening to while gazing at Christmas lights.
How about playing this track during the time you spend with someone special?
ReunionLiSA×Uru
A heartwarming ballad that beautifully depicts a wintry scene.
The harmony woven by the wonderful voices of LiSA and Uru evokes the image of swirling snow.
Released digitally in November 2020, the song was featured in a commercial for SONY’s headphone series.
Its lyrics, which sing of the wish for two separated people to reunite, deeply resonate with listeners.
The performance on THE FIRST TAKE also drew significant attention and captivated many hearts.
It’s a song you’ll want to listen to with someone special on a winter night lit by sparkling illuminations.
silentSEKAI NO OWARI
Released in December 2020, this song also became the theme for the Christmas-themed drama “Kono Koi Atatamemasu ka.” Unlike the sparkling, glamorous image of Christmas, it lives up to its title with a quiet, solemn atmosphere—a slightly bittersweet song.
It’s filled with feelings for “you” that grow precisely because we can’t meet, no matter how much we want to.
A beautiful snowy night colored by the longing for someone dear.
Why not soak in that emotional landscape while gazing at the holiday lights?
Songs that go well with illuminations: A collection of masterpieces that create a magical atmosphere (11–20)
meringuemakaroni enpitsu
This song by Macaroni Empitsu is a perfect fit for the illuminations that color winter streets.
It beautifully portrays the pain of heartbreak and the spark of new hope.
Fleeting emotions likened to snow and meringue are expressed in lyrics that deeply resonate—truly memorable.
Carried by a relaxed melody, vocalist Hattori’s emotive singing rings out.
Released in February 2021, the track was also selected as the theme song for the JR SKISKI campaign.
It’s a heartwarming song you’ll want to listen to on a winter night while gazing at the lights.
Tie a ribbon around my affectionLittle Glee Monster
At Christmastime, when the illuminations shine, many of us also strongly associate it with singing carols.
Little Glee Monster, known for their beautiful harmonies, seems like a perfect fit for such a Christmas season.
Their song “Aishisa ni Ribbon wo Kakete” is literally themed around Christmas, conveying both the chill of winter and the warmth of human kindness.
The richly layered vocals evoke a sense of human connection and overflowing feelings for someone dear.
With the acoustic arrangement highlighting the vocals, the strength and warmth of the emotions resonate even more deeply.
Bright FutureOkonogi Mari, Hatanaka Hiroshi
It’s a duet song from Disney’s film Tangled.
It’s used in the romantic scene where Rapunzel and Flynn Rider are surrounded by lantern light on the lake.
The track is included on the album Tangled Original Soundtrack, released in November 2010, and has since appeared on multiple Disney-related albums.
The Japanese version sung by Mari Okonogi and Hiroshi Hatanaka captures listeners’ hearts with warm vocals while preserving the charm of the original.
It’s a song you’ll want to listen to with someone special while watching illuminations, just like Rapunzel and Flynn Rider in the film.
parallel linesEve × suis from Yorushika
A collaborative song by Eve and suis that expresses unrequited feelings and heartache.
Using parallel lines as a motif, it captures the frustration of a relationship where the distance can’t be closed.
Released as a digital single in February 2021 as the theme song for Lotte’s Ghana Chocolate campaign “Gift.” The anime-style music video, created by a star-studded production team, also leaves a strong impression.
It was Eve’s first collaborative single and was later included on the album Kaijin.