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 (31–40)
Tokyo FlashVaundy
Vaundy, known for his highly original music, has earned strong support.
The first track he released digitally, in November 2019, is this urban, mellow number.
Its stylish sound blended with a comfortable groove makes you feel your heart grow lighter just by listening.
Looking at the lyrics, they depict superficial conversations and fleeting relationships, skillfully reflecting both the light and shadow of Tokyo’s glittering nights.
The song was also used as incidental music in ABEMA’s show “Koisuru ♥ Shuumatsu Homestay” and is included on his first album, “strobo.” It’s a track that stays by your side at the end of the day, when you want to sink into a slightly sentimental mood and let your thoughts wander.
Night on the Planetkuriipuhaipe
This song, chosen as the theme for the film “Just Remembering,” is a work by CreepHyp, a popular rock band known for their distinctive world-building.
It delicately depicts memories of a past romance that resurface in the stillness of the night.
With no bass and a striking keyboard presence, the track exudes a soothing yet faintly bittersweet chill vibe that’s hard to resist.
Included on the December 2021 album “Cling to the Night, Melt in the Morning,” it’s also a piece where music and film are deeply intertwined—the song actually inspired the movie’s creation.
Many listeners will feel the passage of time and a gentle melancholy in the lyrics, which portray a protagonist reminiscing about an old love while now walking a different path as a mother.
It’s the kind of song that, when played on a night you want to be sentimental, will quietly stay by your side.
Ain’t Nobody KnowHoshino Gen
A mellow, irresistible groove born from a collaboration with Tom Misch, this track appears on Gen Hoshino’s October 2019 EP “Same Thing.” Over an easygoing beat, it sings of a secret relationship known only to two people.
Sensual yet poetic word choices are sure to tickle the listener’s heart.
The chorus by Gen Hoshino and Ryosuke Nagaoka further enhances the song’s sophisticated allure.
It’s perfect for a relaxed evening away from the bustle of everyday life, and ideal when you want to sink into an intimate mood with someone special.
It promises a quietly moving experience.
Promise of SunflowersHata Motohiro
When you listen to Motohiro Hata’s beautiful singing voice, it feels as if your heart is being cleansed, doesn’t it? This piece, perfectly suited to his clear vocals, is a comforting ballad featuring the gentle tones of acoustic guitar and a warm melody.
The lyrics portray a deep bond with a loved one, conveying that hearts remain connected even when apart.
Released in August 2014, the song drew significant attention as the theme for the film STAND BY ME Doraemon.
Many listeners were likely moved to tears by its touching worldview, which resonates with the friendship depicted in the movie.
It’s a song that can gently embrace your heart when you’re feeling vulnerable or when you want to find calm.
That’s enough already.Fuji Kaze
Singer-songwriter Fujii Kaze, who had been posting piano performance videos since childhood and drawing attention for his exceptional technique.
Released in December 2019, this track later became a core piece of his debut album, HELP EVER HURT NEVER.
It features a sound defined by a minimalist, hip-hop-influenced beat interwoven with gospel-style choruses.
The lyrics, which step away from entanglements like competition and the desire for approval to free the self, gently resonate with hearts weary of the daily clamor.
Rather than resignation, it’s a song that offers a positive sense of release, embracing everything and moving forward.
Songs that put you in a calm mood. Classic and popular Japanese tracks (41–50)
strangeEasycome
This is a song by Easycome, an Osaka-based band known for their refreshingly nostalgic sound.
It’s included on their mini-album “Otenki Deshita,” released in August 2017.
With its bittersweet melody and Chiikama’s clear, expansive vocals, it beautifully evokes the days of youth gone by.
The lyrics portray a delicate emotional landscape where a touch of loneliness at taking a new step mingles with anticipation for the future.
It’s a perfect number for an evening drive or a relaxed moment at home.
MOONLIGHTLucky Kilimanjaro
A track by Lucky Kilimanjaro that feels like the curtain rising on a musical.
The glamorous strings lift your spirits, while the medium-tempo beat lays down an endlessly comfortable groove—the contrast is fantastic.
The lyrics gently affirm loneliness and tears, turning them into light, buoyant steps, giving you a gentle push forward.
Released in January 2021, the song appears on the album “DAILY BOP” and was used as the ending theme for Fuji TV’s “Netapare.” It’s the perfect number for settling your mind at the end of the day.