Masterpieces to Listen to in January: New Year-Themed, New Year-Ready, and Winter Songs
January marks the beginning of a new year—what kind of songs do you feel like listening to? There are plenty of tracks that suit January: refreshing songs that evoke a fresh start, cheerful tunes themed around the New Year, and even wintery ballads.
In this article, we’ll introduce a wide selection of songs that are perfect for January.
We’ve gathered many tracks regardless of gender or generation, so be sure to find your favorites.
Let’s dive in and see what songs are out there!
Playlist
| Masterpieces to Listen to in January: New Year-Themed, New Year-Ready, and Winter Songs | |||
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| show_chart | Title | Playlist | Review |
| 1east | to clear up (weather)Yorushika |  play_arrow | A refreshing song brimming with New Year’s hope |
| 2east | Reunion (produced by Ayase)LiSA×Uru |  play_arrow | A winter classic performed together by the songstresses LiSA and Uru |
| 3east | New Year’s gift (money given to children)UNICORN |  play_arrow | Memories and Songs of New Year’s and Otoshidama (New Year’s Gift Money) |
| 4east | StaRtMrs. GREEN APPLE |  play_arrow | Hope and vibrancy for a new starting line |
| 5east | Heroineback number |  play_arrow | A poignant love song by back number for winter |
| 6east | lukewarm beerSuga Shikao |  play_arrow | Evoking bittersweet memories of the past through a homecoming and a class reunion |
| 7east | New Year’s DayELLEGRDEN |  play_arrow | An emotional New Year’s English rock song by Ellegarden |
| 8east | Happy New YearChatto Monchī |  play_arrow | Chatmonchy’s New Year song |
| 9east | Sus4Silent Siren |  play_arrow | Start the new year on a positive note with SILENT SIREN’s new song |
| 10east | first shrine visit of the New YearPort Town FM |  play_arrow | A song where past and present intersect in a winter port town |
| 11east | A HAPPY NEW YEARMatsutōya Yumi |  play_arrow | Yumi Matsutoya’s classic that sings of New Year’s love |
| 12east | Spring SeaMiyagi Michio |  play_arrow | The Japanese classic “Haru no Umi” listened to during the New Year |
| 13east | Winter’s hype-uppy bakkon!iginari touhoku san |  play_arrow | A Tohoku winter party song, full of energy! |
| 14east | SHOW-GUTSOmede-tai atama de nani yori |  play_arrow | A rock song to energetically spend the New Year |
| 15east | Is the bath nice?shiritsu ebisu chūgaku |  play_arrow | A song that cherishes family bonds and time |
| 16east | Happy Happy GreetingKinKi Kids |  play_arrow | A positive winter song brimming with New Year’s joy |
| 17east | hot milknishina |  play_arrow | A classic song that sings of heartbreak memories on a winter night |
| 18east | Snow WhiteMarushii |  play_arrow | A sound that evokes the chill of winter and sinks into the heart… |
| 19east | New Year (Japanese New Year)Denki Gurūvu |  play_arrow | New Year’s music and a feeling of luxury |
| 20east | Rat♡Ox♡Tiger♡Rabbit♡Dragon♡Snake♡denpagumi.inc |  play_arrow | A musical piece in which the twelve zodiac animals dance |
| 21east | orionYonezu Kenshi |  play_arrow | Kenshi Yonezu's masterpiece that captures a winter night sky |
| 22east | rainbow-coloredayaka |  play_arrow | The theme song of the NHK Morning Drama that gently stays close to the heart. |
| 23east | White Marchsumika |  play_arrow | A heartwarming song by sumika that sings of youthful challenges and hope |
| 24east | White LoversKuwata Keisuke |  play_arrow | A song about the loneliness of heartbreak and the hope to look forward |
| 25east | Snow BlossomNakajima Mika |  play_arrow | Mika Nakashima’s “Yuki no Hana,” a classic winter song |
| 26east | Rising SunEXILE |  play_arrow | EXILE’s “Rising Sun,” which sings of New Year’s hope and the sunrise |
| 27east | ORIONNakajima Mika |  play_arrow | Mika Nakashima’s masterpiece that soothes winter loneliness |
| 28east | I’m home.Uemura Kana |  play_arrow | A song that cherishes feelings for family |
| 29east | New Year’s gift money ~TOUDAIMOTOKURASHI~misoshiru’s |  play_arrow | RADWIMPS and the mysterious rookie band related to them, Miso-Shiru’s |
| 30east | Snow, Moon, and FlowersShonan no Kaze |  play_arrow | A passionate song that frankly expresses a man's feelings |
| 31east | You and the slopesSHISHAMO |  play_arrow | SHISHAMO's bittersweet winter youth song |
| 32east | powder snowRemioromen |  play_arrow | A masterpiece whose poignant song resonates in the heart during the snowy season |
| 33east | Winter, againGLAY |  play_arrow | If we’re talking about the ’90s, we can’t leave out GLAY’s “Wi….” |
| 34east | A town where snow fallsAimer |  play_arrow | An emotional song with wistful lyrics and a gentle singing voice |
| 35east | DEPARTURESglobe |  play_arrow | The appeal of the winter classic song “DEPARTURES” |
| 36east | O-SHO-GA-TSUONIGAWARA |  play_arrow | Super J-POP unit ONIGAWA... |
| 37east | New Year Lovey!sutopuri |  play_arrow | To Mr. Wasabi, the drummer of Wagakki Band... |
| 38east | This is Nyaa’s way of life.nya~tan (CV: Murakawa Rie) |  play_arrow | The upbeat cat song from Etotama |
| 39east | KadomatsuCRAZY KEN BAND |  play_arrow | With the dawn of the 2020s, we splendidly ushered in the New Year... |
| 40east | Relative shock!gurūpu damashii |  play_arrow | The feelings kids commonly have when making New Year’s visits to relatives... |
| 41east | the Twelve Zodiac Signs (the Chinese/Japanese zodiac)Jaa Baabonz |  play_arrow | On New Year’s, there’s a song that helps you enjoyably remember the zodiac anim… |
| 42east | The ending of EVEHattan Amika |  play_arrow | Overcoming the past and walking toward a new self |
| 43east | Love multiplied by 100! New Year’s-holiday-defying training☆Mikoshiba Momotarō (CV: Kenichi Suzumura) Nitori Aiichirō (CV: Kousuke Miyata) |  play_arrow | Anime character song, New Year's training |
| 44east | this winterMakihara Noriyuki |  play_arrow | A serene ballad by Noriyuki Makihara that depicts winter... |
| 45east | The Bell of BeginningsUguisumaru Tomonari (CV: Shimizu Ayaka) Namazuo Toushirou (CV: Watada Misaki) Hotarumaru Kunitoshi (CV: Tachibana Meemu) |  play_arrow | A character that vividly colors the dawn of the new year… |
| 46east | The first dream of the year with youTaka Fuji Nasu (CV: Morishita Rena) |  play_arrow | A Japanese-style pop song themed around first dreams of the year |
| 47east | Winter SongKiroro |  play_arrow | A winter song with gentle music box tones and vocals |
| 48east | I won’t forget the rain in January.THE ALFEE |  play_arrow | THE ALFEE’s classic winter song, a moving masterpiece |
| 49east | Rock ‘n’ Roll New Year’s Gift MoneyOhtaki Eiichi |  play_arrow | Eiichi Ohtaki’s New Year rock ’n’ roll song |
| 50east | New YearRepezen Chikyuu |  play_arrow | A song that expresses the desire to receive New Year’s gift money (otoshidama) |
| 51east | STARTJUN SKY WALKER(S) |  play_arrow | Cheering on your fresh New Year spirit |
| 52east | Do you want to build a snowman?Ana to Yuki no Joou |  play_arrow | “Do You Want to Build a Snowman?” is a heartwarming song that portrays the bonds of family. |
| 53east | Snow SmileBUMP OF CHICKEN |  play_arrow | BUMP OF CHICKEN’s classic winter song, romantic feelings |
| 54east | White Winter Love。haji→ |  play_arrow | A heart-piercing song about a bittersweet unrequited love in winter |
| 55east | milk teaFukuyama Masaharu |  play_arrow | Heartwarming music to listen to on a cold winter day |
| 56east | New Year’s gift (money given to children)yunikōn |  play_arrow | Gently portraying the New Year’s sense of excitement, Yu... |
| 57east | meteorKobukuro |  play_arrow | Kobukuro’s poignant winter theme song, singing of an eternal bond. |
| 58east | New Year (Japanese New Year)Taki Rentarō |  play_arrow | The nostalgic children’s song “New Year’s Day” composed by Rentarō Taki |
| 59east | SNOW SOUND[Alexandros] | ![SNOW SOUND[Alexandros]](https://i.ytimg.com/vi/e7GvXNOxhng/default.jpg) play_arrow | A grand piece of music depicting a winter scene |
| 60east | BlizzardMiura Daichi |  play_arrow | Daichi Miura’s movie theme song expresses an icy world. |
| 61east | Winter BellsKuraki Mai |  play_arrow | Mai Kuraki’s winter song, a refreshing and upbeat track |
| 62east | Baby Don’t CryAmuro Namie |  play_arrow | Face forward and start the New Year with a positive mindset! |
| 63east | Mochi GirlGesu no Kiwami Otome. |  play_arrow | A song by Gesu no Kiwami Otome that fixates on mochi |
| 64east | The Song of the Twelve Zodiac Animalskurappu |  play_arrow | The zodiac song is fun and everyone can sing it. |
| 65east | Mr.SnowmanE-girls |  play_arrow | E-girls’ charming song that conveys their feelings |
| 66east | LOVER SOULJUDY AND MARY |  play_arrow | A song of passionate love and bonds for someone dear |
| 67east | Blue MoonNiziU |  play_arrow | A wistful ballad by NiziU that shines like the moon |
| 68east | Love SnowSilent Siren |  play_arrow | A winter song by a girl band that sings about a bittersweet love |
| 69east | Message from the White RabbitWatanabe Marina |  play_arrow | The birth of Marina Watanabe's Year of the Rabbit single |
| 70east | SNOW SMILEShimizu Shota |  play_arrow | A long-distance love Christmas song, a bittersweet reunion |
| 71east | January(yoru to) SAMPO |  play_arrow | A soul-stirring song that echoes on a winter night |
| 72east | winter LoveBoA |  play_arrow | A heartrending love song stays close to the heart. |
| 73east | My Gift to YouCHEMISTRY |  play_arrow | A classic by Chemistry—the exquisite harmony is moving. |
| 74east | GIFTNissy |  play_arrow | The winter love song “GIFT” is the best. |
| 75east | snow jamRin Oto |  play_arrow | A mellow hip-hop track perfect for winter |
| 76east | Snow Magic FantasySEKAI NO OWARI |  play_arrow | A bittersweet winter song that stirs up a feeling of excitement. |
| 77east | North Wind ~May It Reach You~Makihara Noriyuki |  play_arrow | Warm Makki’s singing voice along with the north wind |
| 78east | Powder Snow ~A Winter That Never Ends~Sandaime Jē Sōru Burazāzu fromu Eguzairu Toraibu |  play_arrow | A song that depicts winter love and regret |
| 79east | Ode to JoyToukyou Sukapara Daisu Ookesutora |  play_arrow | Covering 'Ode to Joy' in a ska arrangement |
| 80east | NEW LOOKAmuro Namie |  play_arrow | Let's enjoy the winter city with music as well. |
| 81east | JANUARYŌe Senri |  play_arrow | Senri Oe’s classic song “JANUARY” is a love song. |
| 82east | heartaimyon |  play_arrow | Aimyon’s heart and love-themed lyrics really resonate with me |
| 83east | snowspringChōkyūmei |  play_arrow | A gentle, snow-like melody soaks into my heart. |
| 84east | Tokyo Winter Session feat. Yuu Setoguchi, Natsuki Enomoto, Souta Mochizuki, Akari Hayasaka, Haruki Serizawa, Mio GoudaHONEY WORKS |  play_arrow | A HoneyWorks song that portrays a winter romance |
| 85east | Tears of SnowSonar Pocket |  play_arrow | A winter song portraying the pain of heartbreak and growth |
| 86east | Narcissus feat. nishina (Prod. by GeG)Dakki |  play_arrow | A classic winter song expressing the feelings of love and farewell |
| 87east | HAPPY NEW YEARShirai Takako |  play_arrow | Takako Shirai’s classic song “HAPPY NEW YEAR” |
| 88east | everlasting snowAimer |  play_arrow | A song that gently embraces winter miracles and loneliness |
| 89east | Tokyo’s WinterA Natsume |  play_arrow | A heartwarming winter song born from a dating show |
| 90east | EverythingMISIA |  play_arrow | A touching song that portrays MISIA's love and determination |
| 91east | Winter TaleSandaime Jē Sōru Burazāzu fromu Eguzairu Toraibu |  play_arrow | Sandaime J Soul Brothers’ moving winter song |
| 92east | SubtitleOfisharu Higedan Dism |  play_arrow | Official HIGE DANDism’s “Subtitle” chosen as a TV drama theme song |
| 93east | Happy New Yearide ayaka |  play_arrow | A healing song that sings of hope and joy for the New Year |
| 94east | YouKōda Kumi |  play_arrow | In the winter of heartbreak, Koda Kumi’s “you” resonates with my heart. |
| 95east | My Favorite SongsUemura Kana |  play_arrow | The heartwarming charm of Kana Uemura’s songs |