Recommended sea songs for children: Popular Japanese songs related to the ocean

perfect summerlol-eruōeru-

lol -L.O.L.- / PERFECT SUMMER -Music Video- (Short Ver.)

lol (pronounced “L-O-L”) is a five-member co-ed dance and vocal group.

“perfect summer” is included on their memorable first album, lolol, released in 2017.

It’s a full-on summer tune featuring a bright, poppy rhythm and distinctive dance vibes! If you put this on while you’re out at the beach, it’s sure to lift everyone’s spirits.

It’s also perfect for lively hangouts with both guys and girls, or to hype up a car ride with friends.

If you’re a student, make this track a must-listen for the summer!

Slow & EasyHirai Dai

Dai Hirai / Slow & Easy (Music Video)

When you think of the ocean, many people probably imagine bossa nova-style songs.

Bossa nova pairs perfectly with the sparkling sun and the pleasant sea breeze.

Dai Hirai is an artist who sings songs that are a perfect match for the sea.

His “Slow & Easy” is exactly the kind of track you’ll want to hear on a laid-back, tropical island.

Even though there are nights when just thinking about someone special makes your chest ache and days when you feel lonely, the song teaches us that it’s important to be grateful for having met them and for being by their side.

With its relaxed tempo, it’s a great pick to play when you’re enjoying the outdoors with your family.

E.G. summer RIDERE-girls

E-girls / E.G. summer RIDER

When it comes to a girl group that has it all—singing, dancing, and looks—E-girls definitely come to mind.

With sharp, intense, high-level dance techniques and clear, pure vocals, they cover a wide range from pop tunes to ballads.

E.G.

summer RIDER is a pop, hype summer song made with the season in mind! In love, summer lets both the heart and body feel more free, so there are plenty of chances to go out and have fun with someone you like.

That’s exactly when this lively track is the perfect match to listen to.

SUMMER SONGYUI

YUI　『Summer Song-short ver.-』

YUI’s “Summer Song” is a must-listen for students.

Above all, its catchy, pop-infused chorus really stands out.

Combined with YUI’s gentle, refreshing voice, that poppy hook evokes a sense of fun and the excitement of summer vacation just around the corner.

And when it comes to a student’s summer, it’s all about the beach—just like the line in the chorus inviting friends to the sea, which overflows with youthful spirit.

For adults, it also carries a warm sense of nostalgia.

It’s a beach song I recommend to both students and grown-ups.

SISTERback number

back number – 「SISTER」 Music Video

Back Number’s “SISTER” is their 12th single, released in 2015.

From the intro, it has a very refreshing tone.

Many listeners can probably relate to the lyrics, which face one’s own weaknesses and shortcomings head-on and offer encouragement not to give up.

From the chorus, the song develops with a sense of speed, and the lyrics—depicting the protagonist’s feelings with the kind of driving momentum Back Number excels at—capture the listener’s heart.

With its breezy feel, it’s also a great track to listen to while driving.

Voice of the Seaurashima tarō (kiritani kenta)

"The Voice of the Sea" Full ver. / Urashima Taro (Kenta Kiritani) [Official]

A summer number composed by BEGIN’s Masaru Shimabukuro and sung by actor Kenta Kiritani, who became famous through its commercial jingle.

Its comfortable, simple yet somehow wistful melody and lyrics are moving and leave a deep impression after just one listen.

The Urashima Taro character played by Kenta Kiritani is also very familiar to children, making this a song you’ll want to sing along to on ukulele—or ideally sanshin—and if not, then at karaoke.

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Ghost of the SeaYonezu Kenshi

Kenshi Yonezu – Spirits of the Sea

The sea is such a wonderful place where you can fully enjoy nature, isn’t it? You can admire it from afar, sit on the sandy beach and gaze at the stars as you drift into thought, feel the chill of the water at the shoreline, float along with the waves, or dive beneath them—there are so many ways to experience the sea’s beauty.

A song that sings of that grandeur is Kenshi Yonezu’s “Umi no Yuurei” (Spirits of the Sea).

While many of Yonezu’s songs are catchy to anyone’s ears, this one carries depth and weight.

Within that tone, it earnestly conveys the happiness of being able to meet you.

Since the music video is animated, even children can feel the majesty of the ocean!