Classic “summer songs” you’ll want to listen to in summer. Timeless J-pop summertime anthems perfect for summer guys and summer girls.
What kind of songs do you feel like listening to in the summer? I bet many of you want to turn up the energy with upbeat, summery tracks that get you hyped.
On the other hand, it’s also nice to enjoy songs with a calmer, chill vibe and immerse yourself in the world of the lyrics.
In this article, we’ve gathered a wide range of songs with different moods that are perfect for summer.
You’re sure to find something you want to listen to.
These are summer tunes we can recommend for any situation—beach trips, drives, barbecues, and more—so be sure to check them out to the end!
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Classic “summer songs” you’ll want to hear in summer. Essential J‑POP summer anthems perfect for summer guys and summer girls (41–50)
White BeachHY
This is a summer song by HY from Okinawa.
It’s a refreshing track that makes you feel as if you’re sensing the sea breeze on a white sandy beach.
Written during their high school days, the song also symbolizes the members’ commitment to music.
Although it was released in August 2018, it holds a special place in HY’s musical career.
Loved by many fans through live performances, it also has guitar chord sheets available, so you can enjoy playing and singing it at home.
It’s perfect for seaside summer days or road trips, and ideal for anyone who wants to feel the end of youth and the beginning of something new.
Shadows of SummerMrs. GREEN APPLE
About seven years after 2018’s “Blue and Summer,” this new work returns to a summer theme—a lingering, summery number that delicately captures the changing of the seasons.
The late-summer breeze and lengthening shadows reflect the slow passage of time as we grow up.
The scenes that rise from everyday fragments—like a sweaty shirt or melting ice—are truly moving.
Released in August 2025, it was featured as the song for Kirin Gogo no Kocha’s TV commercial.
The music video, filmed in Fukui Prefecture, also evokes a deep sense of nostalgia.
It’s a song that quietly stays with you at dusk as summer draws to a close, or on the drive back home.
Mermaid RhapsodySEKAI NO OWARI
From the very beginning, SEKAI NO OWARI’s unique atmosphere is in full bloom.
Even the title conveys a song that brings a refreshing coolness to this hot summer.
The band’s distinctive sound lets you feel their signature summertime vibe.
ultra soulB’z
With his overwhelming vocal prowess, Koshi Inaba has won widespread popularity, while guitarist Takahiro Matsumoto is highly acclaimed both in Japan and abroad.
The rock duo they form, B’z, has become so famous that they hardly need an introduction.
Among their songs, “ultra soul,” released in 2001, was a massive hit, topping the Oricon charts for two consecutive weeks.
Inaba’s exhilarating vocals and Matsumoto’s energetic guitar make it a perfect fit for summer.
Here’s hoping this song helps you enjoy the season to the fullest!
Pure AsiaPUFFY
PUFFY is a vocal duo that has gained popularity both in Japan and abroad, appearing at SXSW in 2000, touring North America, and even starring as models for an anime series broadcast worldwide.
Their debut single “Asia no Junshin,” used in a Kirin Beverage “Tennen Sodachi” commercial, became a million-seller thanks to lyrics crafted with an emphasis on rhythm over meaning and a catchy melody.
The ensemble features a beat that makes you want to go out somewhere, making it perfect for a summer vacation.
It’s an impactful pop tune that’s also easy to sing at karaoke, so it comes highly recommended.
Ms. SeptemberRADWIMPS
Even though August is over, it’s still sweltering these days, and there are summer songs that fit perfectly in September, too.
“September-san,” included on RADWIMPS’s 2006 album RADWIMPS 3: The One We Forgot to Bring to the Deserted Island, is one such track.
It’s said to be an important song for the band, apparently named in connection with September 3, the date of their first-ever solo concert.
It’s a summer song whose characteristically RADWIMPS emotional, bittersweet sound really resonates with the heart.
I’ve listened to so many heartbreak songs, and I’m done with being someone who just keeps crying.riria.
Singer Riria began posting acoustic performances on YouTube and TikTok in 2019, and her original song “I Was Cheated On, But I Still Love You” quickly became a hot topic by resonating with teenagers.
Her 2022 release “I’ve Listened to So Many Breakup Songs and Cried So Much That I’m Done” is a poignant ballad that was also featured as the second ending theme for the TV anime Summertime Rendering.
It’s a great pick when you want to warm up your voice at the start of a karaoke session or set a tender, mellow mood.