[For Seniors] Speaking of July, it’s this song! A selection of tunes to enjoy the hot summer
In July, when the rainy season ends and hot days continue.
Some facilities may be taking heat countermeasures for older adults who find it difficult to sense heat and seasonal changes.
Why not connect summer-themed songs and music to heatstroke prevention?
In this article, we introduce July songs recommended for older adults.
We’ve gathered nostalgic tunes that help look back on the past and familiar children’s songs.
Singing activities function as music therapy, stimulating the brain and making communication easier.
You can also expand the range of recreation by adding exercises or dances to the songs, or by playing instruments!
Make use of these ideas to enjoy a fun time while feeling the summer.
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[For Seniors] Speaking of July, it’s this song! A selection of tracks to enjoy the hot summer (31–40)
I hope you are keeping well in the summer heat.kyandīzu
This is a fresh and friendly song themed around the classic summer greeting “shochu mimai.” It gently portrays seaside scenes, sunlight, and the bittersweet feelings of a girl in love, vividly evoking the landscapes of summer in Japan.
Released by Candies in June 1977 as a single, it is also known as a commercial song for Suntory Oolong Tea.
With its lively rhythm, bright melody, and clear, transparent harmonies, the piece is easy and fun to hum along to.
It’s perfect as a seasonal greeting or a conversation starter for reminiscing, and it offers a heartwarming time—singing together with older listeners and looking back fondly on the past.
Love VacationZa Pīnattsu
The Peanuts’ “Koibito no Vacance” (Vacation of Love) is a masterpiece among masterpieces, depicting sweet holiday moments of young lovers with romantic lyrics.
The exquisite partnership of Tokiko Iwatani and Hiroshi Miyagawa produced lyrics and a melody that lift the listener’s heart.
Released in April 1963 and winner of the 5th Japan Record Award for Arrangement, the song was also performed at the 14th NHK Kōhaku Uta Gassen, and is counted as one of The Peanuts’ signature numbers.
It’s a song that revives nostalgic memories of summer—sure to bring back the freshness of your youthful days.
seaSakushi: Hayashi Ryūha / Sakkyoku: Inoue Takeshi
Speaking of summer, the sea is an essential element, and when it comes to songs that symbolize Japan’s seas, isn’t this the one—also selected for the 100 Best Japanese Songs? Released in 1941, it’s also notable that there exists a different song with the same title, “Umi,” published in 1913.
With lyrics that straightforwardly express the vastness of the ocean, the song powerfully conveys the exhilaration one feels while gazing at the sea.
Precisely because the words are simple, the piece strongly evokes positive emotions and a bright, expansive landscape.
The Longed-For Hawaii RouteHaruo Oka
When it comes to dream overseas destinations, Hawaii is top of the list—a place that practically symbolizes summer thanks to its warm image.
This song captures that longing for Hawaii and the excitement of the journey there with a bright, uplifting vibe.
The lyrics are sprinkled with classic, quintessential images we associate with Hawaii, conveying a pure sense of exhilaration.
The light tempo and sunny atmosphere of the sound are also striking, vividly expressing a bursting desire to go to Hawaii.
Come, firefly
“Hotaru Koi” is one of the most famous Japanese children’s songs and is loved by people of all ages, from children to adults.
Its simple, gentle melody and lyrics that call to the fireflies reflect Japan’s fondness for this symbol of summer and a spirit of cherishing nature.
It is said to have spread nationwide after being included in “Jidō Shōka,” a collection compiled in 1933 (Showa 8) by Torukichi Mikami, a schoolteacher from Tottori Prefecture.
Singing it together with older adults may spark warm, nostalgic conversations.
It’s also a perfect track for summertime recreation background music.
[For Seniors] Speaking of July, it’s this song! A selection to enjoy the hot summer (41–50)
seaMonbushō shōka
The Ministry of Education song “Umi” (The Sea) is one of the most famous pieces among Japanese children’s songs.
Its lyrics, which praise the grandeur and beauty of the sea, are evocative enough to conjure vivid images just by listening.
The melody is gentle yet somehow powerful, making it beloved by a wide range of generations, from children to adults.
“Umi” was released in 1941 and has been cherished ever since as a classic.
In addition to being included in elementary school music textbooks, it has been chosen for collections such as Japan’s 100 Noted Songs and as a sea song to preserve for the 21st century, reflecting its high educational value.
It’s also recommended for summer recreation—try singing it together with older adults; it may bring back fond memories.
Song of the Circling StarsSakushi: Miyazawa Kenji / Sakkyoku: Miyazawa Kenji
Kenji Miyazawa’s “Song of the Starry Sky” is a captivating piece where poetic beauty blends with astronomical elements.
Its lyrics, which convey a deep affection for the shining stars of the night sky and evoke the mysteries of the universe, are likely to resonate with older listeners.
The story that Miyazawa wrote it while he was a teacher, to teach to his students, also conveys the gentleness imbued in the song.
It’s no surprise that it has been used across many media, including anime, films, and games.
I recommend humming it on a leisurely summer evening while gazing at the stars—you’re sure to feel a sense of calm.