Songs that put you in a calm mood. Classic and popular Japanese tracks.
How about a coffee break by yourself while listening to music?
This is a playlist of Japanese songs collected for moments when you want to calm your mind.
It mainly features hit ballads and mid-tempo tracks.
We hope it helps you find a sense of peace.
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Songs that put you in a calm mood. Japanese classics and popular tracks (91–100)
contrailArai Yumi
This song was created based on the experience of losing a classmate during the artist’s school days.
Its poetic imagery likening a soul ascending to heaven to a contrail, together with a clear, translucent vocal, intertwine beautifully to form a gem of a track.
Released in 1973 as the B-side to the single “Kitto Ieru,” it was also included on the album Hikōkigumo the same year.
In 2013, it was chosen as the theme song for Studio Ghibli’s The Wind Rises, touching the hearts of people across generations.
With its gently enveloping melody and relaxed tempo, it’s a warm, inviting song that makes you want to hum along together.
You Are the InspirationMakihara Noriyuki
My heart gently unravels with the calm resonance of the sound.
This work by Noriyuki Makihara is included on the album “Buppu Label 15th Anniversary ‘Showcase!’,” released in February 2025.
It carries the message, “Simply living honestly and earnestly can be a help to someone,” and combined with Makihara’s warm, delicate vocals, it truly touches the heart.
Try listening to it during a quiet moment while thinking of someone dear to you.
My kittyYano Akiko
When you listen to this song sung by Akiko Yano, whose voice is unique and gentle, it may bring to mind an adorable cat and soothe your heart.
Many people are captivated by her laid-back vocals and the calm sound, so it’s a great track to play when you want to relax.
SMILE ~Like a Clear, Sunlit Sky~Kuwata Keisuke
This song was created as a support anthem for the “Let’s Do It Together Project,” a collaboration among commercial TV networks leading up to the big event of 2020, the Tokyo Olympics.
While it conveys the determination and attitude of uniting Japan’s feelings as one, it is also a very gentle piece that softly stays close to everyone’s heart.
Pure Love SongShonan no Kaze
Speaking of Shonan no Kaze, they’re a hip-hop group that delivers heartbreakingly gentle songs—something you wouldn’t expect from their somewhat tough appearance.
Their signature track “Junrenka” is practically a textbook example of a medium-tempo ballad.
It’s the kind of song you’d definitely want to listen to by the seaside.
Love Theme from Cinema ParadisoEnnio Morricone
It’s a piece that’s often performed by orchestras and wind ensembles.
I remember it perfectly, so it’s still one of my favorite classics.
It appeals to a wide range of generations.
The relaxed tempo is calming, yet there’s a touch of tension, and it’s often performed in many different styles.
The answer is maybe.OKAMOTO’S
From the collaboration album “VXV,” the song with Tamio Okuda is “The Answer Is Maybe.” With the legendary hitmaker Tamio Okuda involved, it features a more pop-oriented, beautifully melodic sound.
While it has a different vibe from OKAMOTO’S usual style, this kind of track is captivating as well.