[1970s] Collection of Japanese hit songs. Nostalgic masterpieces of Japan
Japanese music in the 1970s saw incredible evolution across folk songs, Showa-era pop, idols, bands, and more.
From among them, we’ll introduce classic Japanese hits that everyone knows and that evoke a sense of nostalgia.
Many of these songs are still featured on music programs today and are covered by various artists—this song and that song alike.
You might use this list to immerse yourself in fond memories.
Of course, it’s also great for discovering something new.
Please enjoy the many massive hits and wonderful masterpieces that colored Japan in those days!
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[1970s] Collection of Japanese hit songs. Nostalgic masterpieces of Japan (41–50)
Kewpie-chanYoshikawa Danjirō Ichiza
This is a live recording of Danjiro Yoshikawa—known for the hit song “Ah, Miyagi Prefecture”—competing with a six-piece band at Yamaha’s Popcon national contest in 1974, where they won a prize.
Although the sound is centered around a toy piano, Yoshikawa plays acoustic guitar.
In conclusion
So far, we’ve introduced Japanese hits from the 70s. Did you find any favorites or nostalgic tunes? Oldies can bring back memories from those days, can’t they? I’d be happy if this became a chance for you to spend even better times together with the music of the 70s.