A song that suits the sea. A relaxed track with an emo vibe drifting through.

There are all sorts of songs you might want to listen to at the beach.

Upbeat, summery tracks are perfect for the ocean, of course, but in this article I’ll deliberately focus on songs with a relaxed, laid-back vibe.

I’ve picked out tracks that are ideal for spending time calmly by the shore—whether you’re sitting and taking it easy or lost in thought—so you can enjoy a chill atmosphere near the sea.

From gentle ballads themed around the ocean to songs featuring the soothing sounds of acoustic guitar and ukulele, take a look and find some new favorites.

Playlist

A song that suits the sea. A relaxed track with an emo vibe drifting through.
	Title	Playlist	Review
1	graceful wavinessNoda Yojiro		Noda from RADWIMPS produces the film’s theme song.
2	Beautiful finsupittsu		A timeless masterpiece that resonates in the heart like waves by the seaside
3	The Old Man and the SeaYorushika		A song of hope born from literature, a melody that heals the heart
4	Ghost of the SeaYonezu Kenshi		Kenshi Yonezu’s movie theme song expresses the mystery of the sea and deep emotions.
5	sea glassSaucy Dog		Like a summer youth, a bittersweet love, as if in a movie.
6	chance encounterBUMP OF CHICKEN		Film theme song listened to by the seaside, depicting gentle emotions
7	Only for you, clear skiesYorushika		Bittersweet feelings toward the end of summer and youth
8	At the mercy of the seaYOASOBI		Based on Mizuki Tsujimura’s work, a story of hope by the sea
9	My WayDef Tech		Def Tech songs that are perfect for the seaside
10	Voice of the Seaurashima tarō (kiritani kenta)		Urashima Taro’s “Umi no Koe” is a song that was born from a commercial.
11	Good OneHirai Dai		HIRAIDAI’s new frontier showcased through an 80s-style dance number
12	KokomiEVE		A wistful melody like the deep sea, singing of dreams and longing
13	Slow & EasyHirai Dai		Hirai Dai’s gentle summer love song
14	End and Beginningkariyushi 58		A gentle song from Okinawa, feelings of farewell and of home
15	Scooping the Sea (House ver.)Hoshino Gen		A summer seaside song with a pleasant feeling of floating
16	TSUNAMISazan Ōrusutāzu		Timeless Southern All Stars songs that touch the heart, listened to by the seaside
17	Nagisaimase		imase's 80s-style danceable track
18	Life is wonderfulRickie-G		Heartwarming reggae, hope and happiness in life
19	Emo-ish summerLucky Kilimanjaro		An emotional song that paints a summer scene
20	Islanders’ TreasureBEGIN		A love song to the islands that sings of Okinawa’s heart and culture
21	Kick off your high heelsZARD		The strength to overcome summer memories and regrets
22	All of the Youthsuis from Yorushika		A movie theme song woven with the emotions of youth
23	That summer, the sea, and the skyFukuyama Masaharu		A song about the bittersweet scenes of love and the courage to move forward
24	Let me hear the poetry of the wind.Kuwata Keisuke		Keisuke Kuwata’s masterpiece: a sea poem that stirs the heart
25	Flower of the sanshinBEGIN		The sound of the sanshin and thoughts of my hometown resonate in my heart.
26	Summer Days of 1993class		A summer heartbreak song, a track for soaking in memories
27	Nagisasupittsu		Spitz’s bittersweet summer classic “Umi” (Sea)
28	Dear dropsTani Yuuki		A foundational song from my high school days, pouring emotions into the vocals
29	Inori (feat. C.O.S.A.)Yo-Sea		A healing collaboration song that clears the fog of the heart
30	O seaNakajima Miyuki		Miyuki Nakajima’s songs that send their feelings out to the sea
31	OCEANB’z		A rock ballad by B’z themed around the sea
32	Cold seaKuraki Mai		Mai Kuraki, a musician who captivates with her versatile vocals
33	OceanHY		A song about the sea and love by HY from Okinawa
34	Ballad of the SeaTUBE		A TUBE song for summer by the sea—soothing and resonant with healing and nature
35	Lion Sailing the SeaGARNET CROW		A famous GARNET CROW song that paints a vivid scene
36	KizunaORANGE RANGE		The appeal of ORANGE RANGE from Okinawa
37	Yo-Seakakeashizoku		An exhilarating new track like a coastal highway—heart-thrilling.
38	meteorKobukuro		Kobukuro’s moving song “Ryūsei” (Meteor)
39	Paradise BabyRIP SLYME		A popular hip-hop song that cheerfully sings about summer love
40	Surf TimeHirai Dai		A classic of Hawaiian surf music
41	My GirlKan Sano		A soothing piece that paints the sound of waves and seaside scenery
42	That line is the horizon.kururi		Feelings toward the horizon in Quruli’s classic song
43	Kamakura GoodbyeASIAN KUNG-FU GENERATION		A poignant song depicting the seaside in the afternoon
44	On the ShoreDef Tech		20 years since debut, the sound of music that soothes the heart
45	seasideL’Arc〜en〜Ciel		The appeal of L’Arc~en~Ciel’s classic song “KISS”
46	Sunburst feat. Kj, Houshou Marine, Mamiko (Produced by DJ FUMIYA)BACARDI RECORDS		Healing music depicting a seaside sunset
47	By the SeashoreMaison book girl		The essence of profound music themed around the sea
48	Unable to become an adultkujira		A heartfelt song that gently sings of anxieties and hopes about becoming an adult
49	DRAMATENDRE		Shonan afternoons, the sophisticated music of TENDRE
50	Over the distant wavesBirī Vuōn		A classic of easy listening, with an elegant tone
51	A perfect pair.Hirai Dai		Singing everyday love with surf music
52	Catch The WaveDef Tech		A song that portrays summer in Hawaiian-style reggae
53	I’ll be thereKōda Kumi		Kumi Koda’s passionate summer pop song
54	Dance, fish.Yamashita Tatsuro		Tatsuro Yamashita’s iconic song: the allure of city pop
55	Summer MemoriesKetsumeishi		An adult summer nostalgia song from the Roppongi Hills era
56	White Diaryikimonogakari		Ikimono-gakari's White Diary
57	To the Ends of the Earth ~How Far I’ll Go~Yabiku Tomona		An inspiring movie theme song: A young girl’s departure
58	half moonHirai Dai		A heart’s ballad singing of feelings on a summer night
59	Midsummer MomentRYUSENKEI		Mellow music that evokes summer memories
60	Let’s Go to the Sea (feat. PES)Lisa Halim		The pleasant rhythm of surf music
61	NEW ERANulbarich		A wave-like bass and a light, lively sound
62	Even if (it) turns into bubblesYuga		A song that conveys bittersweet feelings with a clear, translucent singing voice
63	Bluermilet		A magical piece that conveys the preciousness of life in the sea
64	A Perfect SkyBONNIE PINK		A classic BONNIE PINK song that evokes the summer sea
65	Let’s go see the sea.supittsu		Music that soothes with the calmness of the sea
66	Drive along the beachValee Bowies		Comfortable music that colors a seaside drive
67	Ballad of the SeaRemioromen		Remioromen’s “Sea and Love” ballad
68	HAWAIIAN LOVE SONGInoue Yosui		Yosui Inoue’s wistful ballad for the tropics
69	Beach TimeTUBE		A refreshing TUBE classic that evokes the summer sea
70	Ocean living roomSuzuki Suzuki		A Suzusuzu song that lets you feel the summer breeze
71	Sea, That LoveKayama Yūzō		Yuzo Kayama’s classic song “Umi Sono Ai” — captivating with its deep vocals
72	Our happiest life together.Hirai Dai		A gentle love song expressing the happiness of everyday life
73	Hello, my friendMatsutōya Yumi		A masterpiece depicting a summer scene and a fateful love
74	globeYonezu Kenshi		Kenshi Yonezu Sings of Hope for the Future
75	90’s HONCHRickie-G		A song that expresses feelings for companions and family
76	Let’s go see the sunrise.SMAP		An inspiring SMAP masterpiece themed around the sea
77	UMITEE		A poignant song that evokes the sea at dusk
78	seaGorin Mayumi		Mayumi Itsuwa’s music is emotionally rich and deeply moving.
79	I went to the sea.Saitō Kazuyoshi		A heartwarming masterpiece by Kazuyoshi Saito that paints the sea
80	High-Pressure GirlYamashita Tatsuro		Tatsuro Yamashita’s summer classic, with a fun vibe and passion
81	The Sound of WavesYamashita Tatsuro		Tatsuro Yamashita’s heartwarming ballad depicting the sea
82	The Summer When You Were ThereMr.Children		Mr.Children’s classic summer song, memories of love
83	Lovely Day, Lovely Place.Hirai Dai		Dai Hirai of surf music, a pleasant singer
84	Crimson-colored sunsetFujifaburikku		Fujifabric’s timeless songs that resonate in the heart when listened to by the sea
85	Life is BeautifulHirai Dai		Hirai Dai’s soothing, ocean-feel songs
86	Surfing JohnnyKuwata Keisuke		A poignant masterpiece that captures memories of summer
87	Words bubble up like soda popnever young beach		A song that depicts the bittersweet emotions of youth