Songs to Listen to in June: A Curated Selection of Rain-Themed Tracks and Classics for Father’s Day

rainKami ga nokoshita yume o kuu.

God Left Behind, Devouring Dreams: “Rain” Official Music Video

A fusion of J-pop and rock that sings of a bittersweet, fleeting love.

With soaring vocals and delicate lyrics, it paints an inner landscape that resonates in the rainy season.

The song reached No.

2 on the Billboard Japan Heatseekers Songs chart, has been covered by various artists, and in 2025 was featured as an insert song in the Kusatsu Onsen Tourism Association’s PR video “3650+.” Its lyrics, imbued with the resolve to look forward despite doubt and a sense of loss, and its emotionally rich performance will surely speak to anyone whose heart sways during the season of rain.

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Hideaki Tokunaga – Rainy Blue ~1997 Track~

Hidetaka Tokunaga is a singer-songwriter whose androgynous, translucent voice has earned great popularity, and he continues to perform energetic live tours to this day.

His debut single, “Rainy Blue,” is known as a classic that has been covered by numerous artists.

The delicate vocals and the sentimental lyrics about heartbreak seem perfectly suited to the scenes of June, the rainy season.

It’s a ballad that, true to its title, evokes the image of rain—highly recommended for those times when you want to relax at home and immerse yourself in your own time.

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rainHitsuji Bungaku

rain

A song by Hitsujibungaku that radiates an introspective atmosphere.

The gentle, delicate guitar tones and the clear, translucent vocals seep into the heart like rain—many listeners may find themselves on the verge of tears.

It was included on the demo EP “BlUE.ep” in September 2016, and later featured on the nationwide CD release “Tunneling Through” in October 2017.

This piece delicately portrays themes of loneliness and hope, beautifully blending elements of alternative rock and dream pop.

It’s recommended for the rainy season, when you want to quietly sort out your feelings while watching the rain flow outside the window.

Encountering this song, which gently moistens the heart, will surely bring you comfort.

Not even defeated by sudden showersNICO Touches the Walls

Not even defeated by sudden showers

This song by NICO Touches the Walls gently portrays human relationships and inner conflicts, using a steady, drizzling rain as its motif.

Released in July 2013, it was also chosen as the opening theme for the anime Naruto Shippuden, earning high praise from anime fans.

With energetic guitar riffs, rhythmic drums, and a catchy pop melody blended in perfect harmony, the track is sure to softly embrace your heart on rainy days when your spirits tend to sink.

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sumika / Festival [Music Video] - Morinaga Confectionery “In Jelly for Exams 2021” CM Song

This is a bright, pop-infused track that lifts your spirits even under rainy skies.

Widely known as the Morinaga Confectionery commercial song, it also serves as an encouraging message for exam takers.

Its determined stance on overcoming anxiety and nerves on the way to a goal blends with a powerful melody, gently giving listeners a push forward.

Included on the album AMUSIC, released in March 2021, this song is one you’ll want to listen to not only during the rainy season but also when you stand at a crossroads in life or are about to take a new step.

sound of rainHoshino Gen

Gen Hoshino – Raindrop Sounds (Live at Saitama Super Arena 2017)

A gem of a pop tune by Gen Hoshino that delicately captures the feelings of a rainy day.

With a minimal yet meticulously crafted arrangement, the harmonies woven by piano, percussion, and refined guitar tones beautifully portray the moist, subdued scenery of rain.

Included on the October 2016 single “Koi,” this track captivates with an introspective tone distinct from the title song.

It’s a piece you’ll want to listen to quietly by the window during the rainy season, as you listen to the sound of the rain.

It will gently keep you company even when you’re feeling down.

Umbrellananiwa danshi

Umbrella

A bittersweet love song by Naniwa Danshi, released as a coupling track in July 2021.

Centered on the theme of rain, it features lyrics that capture the closeness of sharing an umbrella and the stirrings of young love, paired with delicate sounds reminiscent of raindrops that resonate with the heart.

The members’ distinct vocal styles shine, complemented by a refined, captivating melody line.

On days when your heart feels like it might be drenched by the rain, this song stays by your side, gently wrapping your downcast mood and bringing quiet comfort to those long stretches of rainy days.