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Junichi Inagaki, who began his band activities during his university years and made his debut in 1982, has produced numerous classic songs as a leading artist in the city pop and AOR scenes.
With a gentle, embracing voice and delicate musicality, he beautifully captures the joy and heartache of love, continuing to captivate many listeners.
In this article, we’ll introduce a range of songs that showcase Inagaki’s charm—from that quintessential track that plays every Christmas season to treasured gems passed down among city pop fans from his albums.
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[Junichi Inagaki’s Masterpieces] A comprehensive introduction from classic Christmas tunes to popular city pop hits (1–10)
Long VersionInagaki Junichi
Written by lyricist Reiko Yukawa and composed by Yasuhiro Abe, this work is Junichi Inagaki’s sixth single, released on November 1, 1983.
Thanks to the song’s success, Inagaki cemented his status as one of Japan’s leading AOR singers.
It also drew attention for being featured in a Yokohama Rubber “ASPEC” commercial.
Dramatic RainInagaki Junichi
Set against the backdrop of a city nightscape, this classic song poignantly portrays a bittersweet love.
The lyrics, where rain-soaked streets and a racing heartbeat overlap beautifully, leave a strong impression.
Junichi Inagaki’s clear, crystalline vocals perfectly capture the exhilaration of falling in love.
Released in October 1982 and used in a Yokohama Rubber tire commercial, this track’s simple yet powerful arrangement won over many listeners.
Why not spend a romantic moment with someone special by listening to this perfect song for a nighttime drive date or a rainy-day outing?
P.S. I want to hold you.Inagaki Junichi
This is a masterpiece whose gentle melody and heartrending lyrics resonate deeply.
It beautifully expresses the sorrow of mourning a lost love and the feelings for days gone by.
Released in 1986 and included in many best-of albums, this work is further elevated by Junichi Inagaki’s clear, transparent vocals.
Recommended for those bearing the pain of heartbreak or wishing to reflect on memories with someone dear.
Why not listen quietly by the window and gently warm those precious memories you hold in your heart?
Ocean BlueInagaki Junichi
It’s the 7th single, released on April 28, 1984.
It’s also known as a song that Yumi Matsutoya self-covered on her 2003 album “Yuming Compositions: FACES.” Many listeners may find the lyrics—expressing a man’s feelings as he cherishes a love that has just begun—highly relatable.
Summer HornsInagaki Junichi
With lyrics by Masao Urino and music by Kyohei Tsutsumi, this work was released as the 5th single on July 21, 1983.
It gained attention when it was featured in a commercial for Fuji Photo Film’s Cassette GT-1.
The song expresses the earnest feelings of a man whose summer romance has ended and who longs to see her once more.
It is one of Junichi Inagaki’s most popular songs.
By the time of the Christmas carolsInagaki Junichi
This song is marked by a beautiful melody that colors the winter season and lyrics that resonate deeply.
Set against a backdrop of Christmas carols, it portrays love’s missed connections and inner turmoil.
Released in October 1992, it became Junichi Inagaki’s first major hit in ten years.
Widely featured in the media—as a commercial jingle and a TV drama theme—it drew much attention.
Its appeal also lies in Inagaki’s clear, soaring high notes and the sight of him singing while playing the drums.
It’s a recommended track for those struggling with important relationships or anyone looking for a heartwarming song during the Christmas season.
An afternoon when I want to see youInagaki Junichi
Although it was a B-side released in May 1989 in the 8 cm CD format, this track was chosen as the ending theme for Fuji TV’s variety show “Naruhodo! The World.” Written by Yasushi Akimoto, composed by MAYUMI, and arranged by Hiroshi Sakamoto, the song also appears on the album “HEART & SOUL.” As the title suggests, it portrays an afternoon filled with growing feelings for someone you long to see.
Junichi Inagaki’s enveloping vocals blend with a mellow sonic palette, delivering a refined city-pop sound.
Despite peaking at No.
29 on the Oricon charts, the tie-in brought the song to many listeners.
It’s the perfect number for those bittersweet afternoons when, in an unguarded moment, you find yourself thinking of someone dear.