Songs that put you in a calm mood. Classic and popular Japanese tracks.

contrailArai Yumi

Vapor Trail / Hikouki Gumo

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.

pure whiteFuji Kaze

Fujii Kaze – “masshiro” (pure white) [Official Audio]

This is a heart-cleansing medium-tempo ballad filled with kindness and purity.

Released in February 2025, it was written specifically for the i·ro·ha·su commercial “Surely Tomorrow Will Feel Good.” Fujii Kaze’s gentle vocals blend seamlessly with a bossa nova–style rhythm and the sound of acoustic guitar.

The lyrics gently encourage us to keep moving forward, accepting the inevitable farewells and changes in life.

When your heart is weary or you’re about to take a new step, why not immerse yourself in this song?

You Are the InspirationMakihara Noriyuki

Noriyuki Makihara – You Are the Inspiration [Music Video]

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

Akiko Yano My Kitty

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.

To my gentle youNornis

[Original Song MV] Nornis – To the Gentle You [Inui Toko / Machita Chima]

Nornis delivers a ballad that wraps you in warm kindness.

Its melody gently nestles close to the heart, highlighted by the crystal-clear harmonies of Tokoyami Toko and Machita Chima.

The song tenderly sings of the importance of supporting one another and the preciousness of someone who accepts your feelings just as they are.

Released digitally in February 2025, the piece was brought to life with the members’ involvement from the conceptual stage.

On March 8, they also performed it with an orchestra at Omiya Sonic City’s Main Hall.

It’s a song to share when you want to encourage someone who gives their all every day, or for those whose hearts feel tired.

SMILE ~Like a Clear, Sunlit Sky~Kuwata Keisuke

Keisuke Kuwata “SMILE ~Like a Clear Blue Sky~” Commercial Broadcasters Official Special Movie (Joint Commercial Broadcasters Project ‘Let’s Do It Together’ Support Song)

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.

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Pure Love SongShonan no Kaze

Shonan no Kaze “Junrenka” MUSIC VIDEO (Original ver.)

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.