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[July Songs] A selection of Japanese summer tunes perfect for the start of the season!

July marks the opening act of full-fledged summer.

Fireworks, the start of beach season, Tanabata, festivals…

For students, it’s also when summer vacation begins—no shortage of events to get excited about.

In this article, we introduce songs that are perfect for July, a month when outings become more frequent.

From tracks that evoke the start of summer—like the sea, the stars, and festivals—to refreshing youth anthems, it’s a lineup packed with mood-boosting classics.

Crank up your favorite tune and power through the sweltering summer heat!

[July Songs] A pick-up of Japanese summer songs perfect for the start of summer! (161–170)

moonlightbakufū suranpu

It’s a bittersweet yet beautiful love song that evokes the romance of Tanabata, coloring the summer night sky.

The delicate melody and lyrics—where dreams and reality seem to intersect—brilliantly capture the fleeting nature of a one-night rendezvous and the burning yearning for a lover.

Released as a single by Bakufu Slump in 1989 and included on the album “Shiawase,” it was aired at the time as a Cosmo Oil commercial song and won the hearts of many.

It’s the perfect track for a summer night drive or as background music for intimate conversations with your partner.

A ballad you’ll want to listen to while sharing heartfelt moments with someone special under a starry sky.

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Cicadas of JulyKOHH

The song included on KOHH’s album “The Lost Tapes” overlays the fleeting nature of life with the image of a cicada struggling to live, creating a work that conveys the raw power of existence.

Set to a groove-driven track, the lyrics confront life’s impermanence while preaching the value of living earnestly.

It’s a striking message song that contemplates life and death—one you should definitely listen to now, at the height of summer.

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Paradise BabyRIP SLYME

RIP SLYME’s classic anthem Rakuen Baby—if you’re from that generation, just hearing the intro is guaranteed to send your excitement through the roof.

It’s the perfect, ultra-tropical track to blast in July! It’s an uptempo rap number, but there’s a cool, breezy feel to the track that really showcases DJ Fumiya’s taste.

Don’t overthink it—just let yourself drift with the beautiful flows of the five MCs.

This magical classic will make your summer one notch more dramatic.

Murakami Shinpei
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July 7Mizuki Nana

“July 7th” is a classic distinguished by its memorable melody and deeply moving lyrics.

It’s one of those seasonally rich songs you’ll want to hear in July, when summer arrives.

Nana Mizuki’s hallmark powerful vocals carefully weave an unwavering love for someone special, gripping the listener’s heart.

The track is included on the album “IMPACT EXCITER,” released on July 7, 2010.

Upon release, it ranked high on the Oricon charts and received strong acclaim.

As a song tied to a special date, it’s a number you’ll want to listen to with someone important to you.

It’s perfect for savoring the gentle flow of time while reflecting on summer memories.

Why not layer your own feelings onto Mizuki’s voice and spend your summer in your own special way?

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In conclusion

I introduced some recommended songs to listen to in July.

They were all refreshing, uplifting tracks perfect for the start of summer.

July is packed with events.

Why not pick a favorite song and make the most of experiences you can only have this time of year?