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 bring a calm mood: Classic and popular Japanese tracks (51–60)
I should be able to fly (in the sky).supittsu
It’s a hopeful anthem that sings of being able to spread your wings freely, even while carrying the anxieties of youth, as long as you’re with someone dear.
Released in April 1994 as Spitz’s eighth single, the song later became the theme for the TV drama “Shiroi Sen Nagashi,” drawing widespread attention.
It is also included on the acclaimed album “Sora no Tobikata.” The liberating lyrics and refreshingly soaring sound are its greatest charms.
The clear, radiant vocals and gentle melody are perfect for the open, carefree mood of a picnic.
Listen to it under a blue sky while unpacking your lunch, and your spirits are sure to lift!
PicnicMayo Okamoto
A picnic on a sun-drenched lawn with the one you love.
But your sweetheart beside you is fast asleep…
It’s the kind of heartwarming scene that brings a smile to your face—captured in a song by Mayo Okamoto.
This track is included on the classic million-selling album “Hello,” released in April 1998.
With whimsical, story-like touches—like a lizard suddenly appearing or a lively children’s chorus that seems to say “Wake up!”—the song’s cuteness is even more charming.
The protagonist’s laid-back mood blends with the bustling surroundings to create a blissful world that makes the listener feel happy too.
It’s perfect not only for a leisurely day off with your partner, but also for a lively picnic with friends—sure to bring a happy time.
Crescent ○○Hirahara Ayaka
This is a song written and composed by Ryota Fujimaki that brims with the warm charm of Ayaka Hirahara.
Its glittering, sun-dappled spring sound is layered with her expansive, embracing vocals, gently enfolding the listener’s heart.
You can almost see the scene of looking up at a crescent moon swaying in the sky after the rain, reminiscing about cherished days with someone dear.
Junichi Soga’s acoustic arrangement and the innocent chorus of children further highlight the sense of hope for the future and comfort.
This piece is included on the album “Love 2,” released in April 2017.
It’s a song that will surely warm your heart when you listen to it during peaceful moments with someone special or when taking a new step forward.
SAKURAMONKEY MAJIK
This is a song you’ll want to listen to during the beautiful spring season, with lyrics that evoke a certain poignancy and fragility.
The gentle lyrics and sound are beloved by people of all ages, which is a key reason for its popularity, and you’ll find it very pleasant to listen to.
Songs that put you in a calm mood. Japanese classics and popular tracks (61–70)
Bridge Over Troubled WaterŌhashi Torio
This is a cover of an immortal ballad beloved around the world, rendered with a gentle sensibility by Ohashi Trio and THE CHARM PARK.
Woven through their tender harmonies is a devoted message: standing quietly beside those wearied by life’s rough seas and lonely nights, becoming a bridge to support them.
The original’s gospel-like solemnity is suffused with the warm tones of acoustic guitar and piano, soothing the listener’s heart.
You can hear it on their collaborative album “Trio & Charm,” released in February 2024.
On nights when your spirit feels worn out, listening to its calm resonance will surely give you a gentle push forward.
SHEŌhashi Torio
This is a song by Ohashi Trio, featuring a warm, comforting sound woven by acoustic guitar and piano.
Released as a digital single in August 2017, it was used as the theme song for Kirin Tanrei Green Label’s commercial starring Go Ayano and Ran Taniguchi.
The theme centers on a deep, heartfelt gratitude for being able to be one’s true self precisely because a loved one is by your side.
Its delicate melodies rooted in jazz and soul, paired with tender, embracing vocals, beautifully illuminate that moment of realization.
Later included on the album “STEREO,” this heartwarming track is perfect for a relaxing day off or time spent with someone special.
Et ceteraŌhashi Torio
A medium-tempo song by Ohashi Trio where thrilling strings intersect with intricately woven instrumental melodies.
It was pre-released in October 2024 and later included on his 16th album, “GOLD HOUR.” The lyrics by Kazunori Ichikawa of Youmou to Ohana capture universal emotions and subtle shifts of the heart found amid everyday change.
Elegant piano and gentle guitar tones perfectly complement the song’s delicate worldview.
It’s the kind of track that will gently wrap you in its calm melodies when you want to step away from daily clamor and settle your mind—an ideal piece for quiet moments of self-reflection.