Songs to Listen to in June: Carefully Selected Rain Songs and Father’s Day Classics [2026]

Rain and CappuccinoYorushika

Yorushika – Rain and Cappuccino (Official Video)

A gem of a ballad perfect for the rainy season, imbued with the sound of rain and the aroma of a café.

Included on the album “Elma,” released in August 2019, it strikingly portrays the fictional character Elma as she lives on, carrying the pain of losing her beloved while holding precious memories close to her heart.

It’s a key track that established the world of Yorushika’s album “Elma,” and it beautifully depicts the scenery of Visby, Sweden, which Elma visits in the story.

Highly recommended for those who want to empathize with the feeling of cherishing someone dear, or for anyone who wants to enjoy music gently on a rainy day.

Rainy BlueTokunaga Hideaki

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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Rain followed by clear skiesMr.Children

Rain followed by clear skies

This is a song by Mr.Children that depicts everyday life while wishing for the clearing of a cramped, rain-like heart.

The light, laid-back sound performed with a simple arrangement makes the song’s world feel more familiar.

The lyrics portray a routine that repeats almost absentmindedly and can feel dull, alongside an attempt to find hope within it—something many listeners may relate to.

With its detailed depictions of daily scenes, the lyrics also convey the characters’ emotions in a strikingly realistic way.

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like youDREAMS COME TRUE

DREAMS COME TRUE – “Like You”

DREAMS COME TRUE is a duo that has maintained unwavering popularity over many years with a pop sound that encompasses diverse musical styles such as soul, jazz, R&B, and techno.

Their third digital-only single, “Anata no Yō ni” (“Like You”), which is also included on their 18th album The Dream Quest, was written specifically as a campaign song for Kanpo Life Insurance.

The lyrics tell a story of feelings toward a father, making it a perfect message for June.

It’s a sentimental pop tune whose powerful vocals over a lively beat resonate deeply.

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Hoshino Takashi

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Masaharu Fukuyama – Rainbow (Full ver.)

One of Masaharu Fukuyama’s signature songs, which ranked second on Oricon’s 2003 year-end chart.

Although it gives off a very fresh vibe—having been used in Pocari Sweat commercials and as the theme song for the drama “WATER BOYS”—it also carries an atmosphere that feels especially nostalgic during the rainy season when you’re eagerly awaiting summer.

The monochrome aesthetic of the music video, along with the chorus that feels like it’s breaking through the present toward a bright summer, seems to fit perfectly with the month of June.

Fukuyama’s breezy presence and the crisp, catchy sound feel like they could summon cheerful, sun-drenched weather.

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A Message to You Beneath the UmbrellaMr.Children

A Message to You Beneath the Umbrella

Let me introduce a Mr.Children song whose horn section timbre lingers in your ears.

It’s a track included on the album “BOLERO,” released in March 1997, and it delivers a powerful message with sharp criticism of capitalist society.

The lyrics, which warn against the trend of pursuing material wealth, resonate deeply with listeners.

Through this piece, each of us is prompted to reflect on what it means to live authentically and what true happiness is.

It’s a timeless tune perfect for June—one you’ll want to sit with and contemplate.

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.