[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!
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[July Songs] A pick-up of Japanese summer tunes perfect for the start of summer! (11–20)
Slow & EasyHirai Dai
This track features a tropical vibe, evoking a pleasant sea breeze and warm sunlight.
The warm tone of the acoustic guitar blends beautifully with Dai Hirai’s gentle vocals.
The lyrics advocate the importance of living slowly in today’s society, soothing the hearts of those who lead busy lives.
Released in May 2015 as the title track of the album “Slow & Easy,” it was also used in the Sumitomo Forestry commercial for the “Sakimachi Arai-Minami Sustaina Town.” It’s a perfect song for summer drives, trips to and from the beach, or for unwinding when you want to step away from the hustle and bustle of daily life.
Vega and AltairKANA-BOON
The stars corresponding to Orihime and Hikoboshi in Japan’s Tanabata festival are also known as Vega and Altair.
The fact that these stars actually exist makes the legendary tale feel more familiar, doesn’t it? Centered on the theme of Vega and Altair, KANA-BOON’s song “Vega to Altair” portrays a love separated by distance.
Its fast-paced band sound evokes the rising heat of romance and a kind of powerful hope.
By overlapping a long-distance relationship with the Tanabata story, it gives the impression of emphasizing the idea of reunion.
RAIN OF JULYMAN WITH A MISSION
This song, themed around July rain, captivates with its exhilarating sound and powerful rhythm.
Included on the major-label debut album “MAN WITH A MISSION,” released in June 2011, it was written and composed by Jean-Ken Johnny.
Elements of melodic hardcore and J-rock blend seamlessly to create an emotional soundscape.
With lyrics that evoke heartbreak, a sense of loss, and a wish for renewal, it’s a track you’ll want to hear at the seasonal turn from the rainy season to summer.
A perfect anthem for those whose hearts are unsettled or who are ready to take a new step forward.
Summer nuisancebokula.
A refreshing rock tune that vividly captures the lively scenes of a summer festival and the frustrating ache of being in love.
The lyrics are filled with quintessential Japanese summer imagery—fireworks, yukata, yo-yos—painting bright pictures in the listener’s mind.
Released digitally in August 2022 as the first installment of bokula.’s three-month consecutive release project, the track was later included on the album “FUSION.” It’s the perfect song to get you hyped before heading to a summer festival or to soundtrack memory-making moments with someone special.
Magic of a Summer Nightindigo la End
This work poignantly captures the fleeting magic of a summer night and epitomizes indigo la End’s musical sensibilities.
Within its gentle guitar soundscape unfolds a story that beautifully expresses the nostalgia we feel in summer and the irreplaceable moments spent with someone special.
It was released in June 2015 as the B-side to the single “Before I Get Sad.” The song evokes those special summer memories that everyone likely carries in their heart, from school vacation days onward.
It’s perfect for listening alone in a calm room, and equally suited as a companion for a twilight drive when the heat of the day mingles with the cool of the night.
Youth and youth and youthaimyon
A gem of a love song that wraps a faint summer infatuation in the air, pressing a delicate, fleeting ache against the heart.
It sensitively portrays the emotions of youth swaying between dreams and reality through landscapes and everyday scenes.
Aimyon’s sweet, husky voice adds even more depth.
Released in August 2017 as the B-side to her third single, “Kimi wa Rock wo Kikanai,” and later featured from July 2021 as the song for Kirin Beer’s Tanrei Green Label commercial, this track is one to play on summer evenings, in that season when thoughts of someone special grow stronger.
[July Songs] A pick-up of Japanese summer tunes perfect for the start of summer! (21–30)
Summer SongYUI
Just as the title suggests, “Summer Song” is a true summer track.
YUI’s vocal power and cuteness are irresistibly enchanting.
It’s a summer tune overflowing with YUI’s heart-pounding excitement.
It’s a classic summer anthem that lifts your spirits with the feeling that something good is bound to happen this summer!