Recommended Japanese birthday songs to give on someone's birthday
Family, partners, friends—and of course your own birthday—each only comes once a year, so you want to make it a wonderful day, right?
In this article, we’ll introduce Japanese birthday songs you’ll want to listen to and give as gifts.
From timeless classics to tunes that truly touch the heart, we’ve gathered a wide range of birthday songs.
Whether you’re celebrating someone special or sending a message to yourself as you start a new year, try singing or gifting these songs.
They’re also perfect for spicing up a birthday party or using as a BGM playlist!
Wishing you a wonderful year ahead.
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Japanese songs I want to give on a birthday (31–40)
HAPPY BIRTHDAYFUNKY MONKEY BABYS
An upbeat, poppy number that will liven up any birthday party, “HAPPY BIRTHDAY.” It’s a track by FUNKY MONKEY BABYS, included on their 2011 album “FUNKY MONKEY BABYS 4.” From the preparations to celebrate a loved one’s special day to the love- and kindness-filled scenes of the day itself, this song captures it all.
Its irresistibly catchy melody will instantly brighten the atmosphere of any birthday party.
If you want a fun, love-filled celebration, crank up this song and celebrate in style!
Happy☆Lucky Birthday
A wonderful birthday song sung by Doraemon, Nobita, Shizuka, Suneo, and Gian! This song will make you cry.
Of course, kids will be thrilled, but even adults will get teary-eyed when the beloved, long-standing national favorites—the Doraemon family—sing “Congratulations.” Nobita’s beautiful singing voice is truly soothing.
On the eve of my birthday, a love song earlier than anyone elseDEEN
I want to say “I love you” faster than anyone else.
It’s a heartfelt ballad filled with that earnest desire.
Released in October 2002 as DEEN’s 24th single, it marked their first original work in about two years.
The opening guitar riff pays homage to a classic by Kazumasa Oda, and the track features an all-star lineup, including respected drummer Takashi Numazawa.
It was also used as an insert song on TBS’s “Chubō desu yo!” and the music video stars actress Kumiko Aso.
It’s a gem brimming with love—perfect for listening to on the night before someone special’s birthday.
You might even sing it at karaoke on a special date to express your feelings.
Birthdayretororiron
Retro Riron’s major 3rd single “Birthday” is a song that overlays the resolve to step out of a stagnant daily life with the milestone of a birthday.
It sings of a protagonist who has been drifting through aimless days yet chooses to renew themselves.
The mid-tempo pop-rock sound—woven from soulful vocals and a genre-defying ensemble—builds toward a chorus that opens up with a sense of release.
It’s a number that gently nudges forward those who want to change but can’t quite take the first step.
Happy BirthdayKyōko
Kyoko’s birthday blessing song is a gentle piece that wraps the loneliness and wistfulness felt amid the bustle of the city.
With a transparent, airy voice, it delicately conveys feelings for a loved one far away.
Released in June 1997, it was used as the theme song for the animated film Detective Conan: The Time-Bombed Skyscraper.
It’s also included on the album TOKYO DEEP LONDON HIGH.
Perfect as a message to someone special on their birthday or for those who want to welcome a new year, this work is a moving classic with universal themes that evoke the complexities of human relationships and the emotions of long-distance love.
Japanese songs I want to gift on birthdays (41–50)
White lilies on my birthdayFukuyama Masaharu
Based on the story that he sends flowers to his mother every year on his own birthday, Masaharu Fukuyama’s “On My Birthday, Pure White Lilies” was created.
Released in 2013 as a double A-side single together with “Get the groove,” the song was used as the theme for the drama Tonbi.
While birthdays are far more often occasions on which we are celebrated, this song depicts someone expressing gratitude from the birthday person to the family who raised them.
Even though family should be precious to us, when we look back, there are many things we regret—rebellious moments, or failing to be as filial as we should.
On your birthday, why not set aside that stubborn self, become your honest self, and say “thank you,” just like in this song?
Happy BirthdayGO-BANG’S
It’s an upbeat anthem by GO-BANG’S, a girl band that defined the ’80s.
They have lots of songs perfect for parties, but this one is a full-on birthday song, so I recommend using it when everyone’s getting together to make some noise!