[Winter Songs] The Best Classic and Popular Winter Tunes to Listen to in Winter
As winter approaches, we start hearing winter songs in all kinds of settings more and more often! From timeless classics we hear every year to newer winter songs that have taken root in recent years.
In this article, we’ll introduce a wide range of Japan’s beloved winter tracks all at once, starting with popular hits and spanning many iconic songs of the season! We’ve picked out everything from songs that paint wintry landscapes to bittersweet love songs and winter tracks by buzzworthy bands, so you’re sure to find something that fits your listening situation perfectly! Be sure to listen to your favorites and feel the season of winter.
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[Winter Songs] Masterpieces to Listen to in Winter & Best Popular Winter Songs (161–170)
silverEVE
A winter song by Eve, who is also active as a Niconico singer and Vocaloid producer.
The melody gives a refreshing sense of gliding swiftly down the slopes—so pleasant to listen to.
It was featured in JR East’s “JR SKISKI” commercials from 2019 to 2020.
In a world of pure white snow, what memories will you make with the one you care about—and may this moment last forever… The song expresses such a bittersweet longing.
When we picture winter scenery, many of us think of the color white.
For those in the midst of a pure, blossoming love, it’s a perfect song that makes you want to paint all kinds of “colors,” meaning memories, together against that pristine white backdrop!
snowdomeHalo at yojōhan
A Halo at Yojohan song that delicately portrays winter scenery and romantic feelings.
In a snow-covered town, the way the couple’s memories layer over one another is beautifully expressed.
Through the metaphor of falling in love inside a snow globe, it conveys the ache of bottled-up emotions and the longing to express them.
Released as a digital-only single in January 2021, the track—produced by Takahito Uchisawa of androp—is the band’s first winter love song.
It’s a piece you’ll want to listen to on a winter night with someone special.
Winter Sky RhapsodyJamsCollection
A song released in February 2024 that blends poignancy and happiness under the theme of winter romance.
It’s a heartwarming track that portrays warm feelings of love amid the winter chill and will surely resonate with many listeners.
The lyrics depict lovers overcoming the cold of winter together.
It’s especially lovely for the childlike wish of “I hope it snows,” and the hopeful promise to come back next year to see the winter scenery again.
This work is packed with the charm of JamsCollection.
Perfect for quiet winter nights or precious moments spent with a partner.
Recommended not only for fans, but for anyone who wants to savor winter romance.
snow globeKANA-BOON
Here’s KANA-BOON’s winter song, “Snow Globe.” It’s a track from their second album, TIME, released in 2015, and it’s cherished among fans as a hidden gem.
From the intro, the brisk, wind-swept melody carries the bittersweetness of winter.
The lyrics vividly portray fluttering snow and express feelings for someone you can no longer meet.
It’s a song you’ll want to listen to when looking back on winter memories.
silverLiSA
This piece is known as the ending theme for the anime Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba – Mugen Train Arc.
The word “Shirogane,” which evokes wintry scenery, expresses the protagonist’s growth and determination.
The lyrics depict the protagonist moving forward after overcoming the sorrow of losing his family, resonating deeply with listeners.
Released in November 2021, it is LiSA’s 20th single.
It’s a recommended track not only for anime fans but also for anyone seeking the courage to face hardship—a song that empowers the heart.
Choudai na (feat. Okiishi)MIMI
MIMI’s new song released in January 2024.
It’s a beautifully poignant piano-driven track that gently accompanies those who carry loneliness and solitude.
The wish contained in the lyric “turn it into warmth for me” overlaps with the resonant melody line, warming the listener’s heart.
MIMI’s characteristically translucent vocals intertwine exquisitely with the world of Okiishi, who appears as a featuring artist.
It’s recommended for winter nights, when you’re alone and lost in thought.
This is a song that lets you feel a comforting closeness, so I hope those who are yearning to connect with someone will listen too.
Winter’s DayTWEEDEES
This song joyfully portrays the arrival of winter, capturing the season that children eagerly await and the bustle of the city set to a pop melody.
It evokes Christmassy scenes and vividly describes winter fashion items, conveying the excitement of the cold season.
It’s included on TWEEDEES’ album “The Second Time Around,” released in July 2016.
It’s a recommended track for those who can’t wait for winter to come or who want to feel the change of seasons.
Listening to it conveys the fun and warmth of winter, leaving your heart feeling toasty.