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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 selection of Japanese summer songs perfect for the start of summer! (1–10)
Cider in JulyChou Tokimeki♡Sendenbu
A song by Cho Tokimeki♡Sendenbu featuring lyrics that evoke the essence of summer and a catchy, pop melody that leaves a strong impression.
It’s imbued with the bittersweet memories of youth and a strong resolve to keep looking forward, resulting in a work with a resonant, heartfelt message.
Included on the album “Tokimeki ga Subete,” released in December 2020, it’s a track from the group’s landmark first full-length album and stands out in live performances as well.
It’s a song that will make you look forward to seasonal events like summer dates and fireworks festivals.
It’s sure to bring back the sweet and sour memories of your youth.
With its refreshing, high-energy sound, it’s a must-listen and a perfect companion for a drive!
sunflowerAdo
A song brimming with hope for a bright future, like a sunflower stretching straight toward the sun.
It vividly portrays the feelings of a protagonist striving to live positively, and the bond with a cherished person who gently gives them a push forward.
Featuring Ado’s strikingly emotional vocals, this piece is recommended for those seeking the courage to gradually change their timid selves or to reflect on supportive relationships.
It’s a heartwarming track that quietly stays close to your heart, especially when listened to at the start of summer.
July 7, sunnyDREAMS COME TRUE
The romantic film “July 7, Clear Skies” was released in 1996.
Its theme song was this track sung by DREAMS COME TRUE.
July 7 is Tanabata, and the song evokes the legend of Hikoboshi and Orihime, who can meet only once a year—a love song that hits home for anyone in love or missing someone they long to see.
It gives voice to that universal feeling of thinking about someone under the same sky, with a sadness and yearning that well up as it’s sung.
For anyone in a long-distance relationship, this is a song that will pierce your heart.
Samama Festival!Mrs. GREEN APPLE
A refreshing track by Mrs.
GREEN APPLE packed with the lively spirit of summer festivals.
Its uplifting melody and energetic sound feel great, letting you fully savor the excitement of the coming summer.
日本工学院のCMテーマソングおよびテレビ朝日『musicるTV』のオープニングテーマに起用され、夏の定番として多くの人々の心をつかんだ。
This song features a pop arrangement that shines on summer stages and rhythms that heighten the festive mood.
Why not add it to your playlist as a track that will boost your energy in the hot season?
hummingIkuta Rira
This is a warm piece that portrays a morning wrapped in a gentle, calm atmosphere.
Written and composed by Rira Ikuta, it served as the theme song for Fuji TV’s information program “Mezamashi Doyobi.” The theme of this work, which accompanies a leisurely weekend morning, is “kindness to oneself,” something we easily forget in our daily lives.
It’s a heartwarming track that lets you relax and feel at ease within an unhurried, peaceful moment.
Highly recommended for those who want to take their mornings slowly or steal a quiet breath amid busy days.
left-right confusionYorushika
Summer is a season filled with a variety of events, when we accumulate more and more memories.
Among those memories, there may be not only happy ones but also sad ones, like heartbreak.
This song by Yorushika portrays the emotional shifts that come with such heartbreak, the way memories blur over time, and the unsteady state of mind where even left and right feel unclear.
Within a gentle, primarily acoustic sound, it incorporates noises reminiscent of everyday life, which makes the song’s world feel close and familiar.
Although it depicts the breakup of lovers, its refreshing atmosphere is striking, evoking an image of someone moving forward while carrying a quiet loneliness.
OrihimeSuiyōbi no Campanella
Speaking of major events in July, Tanabata comes to mind.
The story of Orihime and Hikoboshi, a romance set against the backdrop of a starry sky, evokes a romantic scene.
Wednesday Campanella’s song “Orihime” feels like it maps the emotions of Orihime and Hikoboshi onto a modern worldview.
With a club-like, hard-hitting rhythm and rap-centered vocals, it creates a striking contrast with Tanabata’s traditional Japanese aesthetic.
By expressing the grand and beautiful Tanabata tale through the lens of contemporary youth, the song brings the festival closer to our everyday lives.