[Moon Songs Special] Famous songs about the moon. Songs you’ll want to listen to under a full moon or in the moonlight.

As exemplified by Princess Kaguya, the moon has captivated countless people since ancient times as a symbol of mystery alongside the sun.

Not only full moons and crescents, but also rare events like lunar eclipses and supermoons are widely cherished.

Here, we introduce a variety of classic songs related to the moon.

From karaoke staples and moon-themed songs by popular artists to hidden gems that aren’t widely known, we’ve picked a range for anyone who wants to discover “all kinds of moon songs.” Be sure to check them out.

You’re sure to encounter beautiful, captivating pieces that will steal your heart.

Playlist

[Moon Songs Special] Famous songs about the moon. Songs you’ll want to listen to under a full moon or in the moonlight.
	Title	Playlist	Review
1	MoonWalkeryama		A moonlit night road, a song of loneliness and hope
2	crescent moonayaka		Ayaka’s classic hit “Mikazuki,” a heartrending long-distance love song
3	On a full-moon nightaimyon		A mysterious song that evokes a full moon
4	Like tonight’s moonElefanto Kashimashi		A moving masterpiece by Elekashi that sings of the moon
5	ApolloPorunogurafiti		Porno Graffitti’s debut song depicts history and romance.
6	MoonthiefKitanitatsuya		A song about facing loneliness and exploring one's true self
7	Moon DropsRUI (Shibasaki Kou)		Ko Shibasaki’s film theme song: beautiful voice and emotion
8	Like the shining moonSuperfly		A moving song that compares love to the moon
9	I was looking at the moon.Yonezu Kenshi		Kenshi Yonezu passionately produced the theme song for Final Fantasy XVI
10	The moon is full.tsukuyomi		A Tale of Life and Music Painted by the Moon-Reading Song
11	You said the moon is beautiful.berry meet		A bittersweet love song filled with feelings for the winter night sky
12	The Moon’s Counterattackkuriipuhaipe		A masterpiece by CreepHyp that sings of the moon's mysteries
13	Moonlight ReverseRīgaru Rirī		Legal Lily’s emotional new song “kirin”
14	Watercolor MoonHata Motohiro		Motohiro Hata’s “Suisai no Tsuki” sings of the sorrow of parting.
15	Howl at the MoonYorushika		Yorushika’s poetic song that portrays loneliness
16	Moonlight FlowerGOODWARP		GOODWARP's new song: a beautiful melody of nightscapes and solitude
17	moonlightKitanitatsuya × Harumakigohan		A moving work that depicts a journey of the heart and self-discovery through music
18	Starry NightYuka		A song that sings of bittersweet feelings on a starry night
19	Full-moon nightImawano Kiyoshirō		A poignant song that sings of feelings that can’t be conveyed on a full-moon night
20	MoonlightKuwana Masahiro		A man's heartrending farewell song, standing in the moonlight
21	MoonPerfume		A poignant masterpiece of cute technopop
22	You who live on the moonSaucy Dog		Saucy Dog’s wistful masterpiece that weaves feelings for the moon
23	On the hill where the moon is visible tonightB’z		A moving masterpiece by B’z and a drama theme song
24	Even if the moon cannot be seen tonightPorunogurafiti		An anime theme song, a hopeful tune that waits for the moon hidden behind the clouds.
25	FULL MOONHIROOMI TOSAKA		Hiroomi Tosaka's full moon solo song, Song of Hope
26	PIECES OF A DREAMCHEMISTRY		The moon is a path of light that connects dreams and youth.
27	Moon on pampas grassShiina Ringo		Ringo Sheena: a theme song that sings of resolve in life
28	Two people wet in the moonlightanzenchitai		A classic bittersweet love song illuminated by moonlight
29	The MoonFujihara Sakura		A love song that sings of the moon’s shadow and the heart’s turmoil
30	HoneymoonSEKAI NO OWARI		A poem by SEKAI NO OWARI that feels like the moon
31	Full Moon Balladtama		A masterpiece with an enchanting story
32	azure moonEvery Little Thing		A resonant singing voice, a ballad that echoes in the heart
33	Moon Song[Alexandros]		A masterpiece that heals sorrow against the backdrop of a moon shining in the night sky
34	Under the moonlightMONGOL800		A rock ballad of love and passion from Okinawa
35	Moonlight FlowerJanne Da Arc		Janne Da Arc's classic song 'Gekkouka,' a tale of a moonlit night
36	MoonELLEGARDEN		A poignant ELLEGARDEN classic that colors the night sky
37	The moon at the zenithHitoto Yo		Yo Hitoto’s “Morainaki” becomes a popular song
38	crescent moonDREAMS COME TRUE		The poignant theme song of the drama “Kyumei Byoto 24 Ji” (Emergency Room 24 Hours)
39	MoonKuwata Keisuke		Keisuke Kuwata’s solo single “Tsuki” and his feelings for his mother
40	Wish upon the moonZARD		Bittersweet memories and emotions of a love recalled under the moonlit night
41	Moonlight Shadow ~ Howl at the MoonNakamori Akina		A classic by Akina Nakamori that sings of the loneliness of howling at the moon.
42	Evening of the full moonSoul Flower Union		A song of hope to overcome the earthquake disaster, the strength to face forward
43	crescent moonIkeda Ayako		Ayako Ikeda’s Quiet Song of Love
44	Moonlight LegendDALI		The Sailor Moon theme song is a masterpiece.
45	Moon CryingKōda Kumi		Kumi Koda’s 40th single, Drawing the Moon
46	moonlightMurashita Kōzō		Kozo Murashita’s heartrending classic, Moonlit Love
47	Praying to the MoonGLAY		An impressive early masterpiece by GLAY, brimming with charm
48	MOONHimuro Kyosuke		A quiet, beautiful ballad by Kyosuke Himuro that evokes the moon.
49	Crescent Moon Rider40mP ft. Hatsune Miku		A heartfelt prayer for the future, wished upon a crescent moon
50	The Promised MoonIshikawa Sayuri		Sayuri Ishikawa, a giant star of the enka world with her classic hits
51	Dog and MoonBONNIE PINK		A pop-tinged tune that explores the many meanings of the moon
52	The Far Side of the MoonSaitō Kazuyoshi		A lyrical and powerful masterpiece by Kazuyoshi Saito
53	TSUKIAmuro Namie		Namie Amuro’s movie theme song sings of the moon and heartbreak.
54	Hold the moonFTISLAND		A romantic song of great love dedicated to the moon
55	Blue Moon StoneChekkāzu		The Checkers’ moving song from before their breakup
56	The Fourteenth MoonArai Yumi (Matsutoya Yumi)		A rock-style classic themed around the 14th-day moon
57	Let’s meet on the far side of the moon.ORIGINAL LOVE		The famous song by ORIGINAL LOVE, “Let’s Meet on the Far Side of the Moon”
58	MoonAo		A song by the 15-year-old ao that sings of a yearning for the moon
59	Full Moon Trainbakufū suranpu		A train scene filled with thoughts under the full moon
60	MikazukiSayuri		Sayuri’s signature song “Mikazuki”
61	moon bathingYorushika		The quiet and mysterious world of Yorushika
62	Desert of the MoonYamazaki Hako		A children's song whose desert camel evokes a sense of melancholy.
63	Moon BowlSakanakushon		A Sakanaction song themed around the moon and travel
64	full moonMatsuzaka Akiko		Akiko Matsuzaka’s signature 90s song “Full Moon”
65	spin, spinNanamujika		The Appeal of the Drama Theme Song “Kururi Kururi”
66	The Moon, Me, and the Refrigeratorikimonogakari		Looking up at the night sky, I feel hope for tomorrow.
67	moonlightDREAMS COME TRUE		The Allure of Moonlight, a Masterpiece by DREAMS COME TRUE
68	The moon for youCocco		A masterpiece that distills the early Cocco worldview
69	A Hazy Moonlit NightNatsukawa Rimi		A Japanese song of the heart that sings of the scenery of one’s hometown
70	The Moon and the SunKetsumeishi		Singing about the precious presence that makes the moon shine with light
71	Crescent Moon MelancholyBābī Bōizu		A bittersweet love song by Barbee Boys
72	A full moon that only blooms at nightONE OK ROCK		A powerful rock song by ONE OK ROCK
73	Rain Falling on the MoonTHE BOOM		A classic song that sings of moonlit rain with deep emotion
74	Go beyond the moonOkuda Tamio		Tamio Okuda’s wistful, 1970s-style rock
75	HONEY&MOONHirai Dai		A romantic love song overflowing with love and peace
76	Tears of the MoonYaita Hitomi		Hitomi Yaida’s emotional breakup ballad
77	Morning MoonCHAGE and ASKA		Chage & Aska’s classic song “Morning Moon”
78	Full-moon nightSeikima II		The novelty act Seikima-II is actually a skilled hard rock band.
79	Amber MoonDREAMS COME TRUE		A classic song that sings of a frustrating love while gazing up at the night sky
80	moonlightJane Jade		Soft timbre and dreamy harmonies
81	Earrings of Stars and the Moon and Your DreamTokunaga Hideaki		A song that weaves a love story into moon-shaped earrings
82	A waning moonMiyawaki Shion		An emotional anime theme song wrapped in moonlight
83	Strawberry MoonCASCADE		Strawberry Moon singing of a mature love
84	Crescent Moon RhapsodyRYTHEM		Affirming my imperfect self and walking forward with hope in my heart
85	MOONLIGHTBUCK-TICK		BUCK-TICK's moonlit love song
86	Night of Howling at the Crimson MoonGO!GO!7188		A track included on GO!GO!7188’s fourth album
87	Two moonsMakihara Noriyuki		Noriyuki Makihara’s song “Futatsu no Negai” sings of pure, heartfelt love.
88	Moon BoatIkeda Satoshi		Satoshi Ikeda’s classic song “Tsuki no Fune,” a famous moon-themed ballad
89	Feel So MoonUNICORN		Space Brothers theme song: a sense of speed and weightlessness
90	MOONLUNA SEA		LUNA SEA’s fantastical masterpiece, “ ”
91	Let’s dance in the moonlightmoumoon		A cute song by moumoon for dancing in the moonlight
92	moonlightbakufū suranpu		The Appeal of Bakufu Slump’s Darker Hit Songs
93	Mrs. MoonlightKadamatsu Toshiki		The tale of a mysterious woman illuminated by moonlight
94	Howl at the full moonChatmonchy		Courage to move forward, guided by the light of the full moon
95	Crescent ○○Hirahara Ayaka		A song by Ayaka Hirahara like spring sunshine filtering through the trees
96	Moon BoatMy Little Lover		A song that likens the moon’s existence to love and the future
97	The moon is beautiful, isn’t it?miwa		miwa's growth and emotionally resonant, lyrical songs
98	Full Moon NightNaoto Intiraymi		Naoto Inti Raymi’s moon song: memories of love and loss
99	soft moonYamazaki Masayoshi		The heartrending beauty of Masayoshi Yamazaki’s “Yawarakai Tsuki” (Soft Moon)
100	Moon and Sweet TearsChara		A bittersweet song that expresses a girl's feelings
101	In the flow of Kamokaguya hime		A famous song that depicts Kyoto’s scenery and a traditional Japanese atmosphere
102	DANCING WITH THE MOONLIGHTHotei Tomoyasu		A rock song that sings of Hotei’s bittersweet unrequited love
103	The size of the moonNogizaka 46		Nogizaka46’s cheer song conveys the courage to move forward.
104	Children of the Sun and MoonV6		A song praising the beauty of nature, the sun, and the moon.
105	moonlightmoumoon		moumoon’s “moonlight” is an AEON commercial song.
106	Wish of the Crescent Moon&TEAM		A song of gratitude to fans and a promise for the future
107	crescent moonGadoro		GADORO songs that depict real romance and everyday life
108	Crescent Moon FantasySOARA/Ōhara Sora (CV: Toyonaga Toshiyuki), Arihara Morito (CV: Ono Yūki), Kagurazaka Sōshi (CV: Furukawa Shin), Munakata Ren (CV: Murata Taishi), Nanase Nozomu (CV: Sawashiro Chiharu)		An inspiring coming-of-age ballad by SOARA
109	Crescent Moon and the Red BridgeIsogawa Yuki		A red bridge under the moonlight, a scene of fleeting love
110	Crescent Moon BluesShimakura Chiyoko		I overlaid my life's loneliness onto the crescent moon.
111	Crescent Moon GirlFujiyama Ichirō		Crescent Moon in the Night Sky, Desert Love Song
112	Crescent Moon Love StoryIshihara Junko		Ishihara Junko’s heartrending love song, an emotionally rich masterpiece
113	Full-moon nightuchuu mao		On a full-moon night of Mao Uchuu, songs of healing and courage
114	Full moonchōtokkyū		Expressing a positive feeling with EDM
115	Bloody MoonGOSPELS OF JUDAS		Guitarist YT’s music unit, a song with vocals by Kyosuke Himuro
116	Golden MoonSuga Shikao		Singing of the decline of a long love and the hope for its revival
117	VIRGIN MOONYoshikawa Koji		A powerful rock song from Tomoyasu Hotei’s solo era, Painting the Moon
118	Shout at the Full Moon!Aikawa Nanase		A hot rock song celebrating Nanase Aikawa’s 20th debut anniversary
119	full moonKasarinchu		Space Brothers 10th Anniversary Song “Full Moon,” singing of dreams
120	Pippi’s Moon-Viewing DreamPokemon		Pippi’s song brightly colors the summer night with joy.
121	A Hazy Moonlit Nightshouka		An old Japanese song that depicts a spring evening
122	MOONSHINE DANCEAccess		A signature song by the popular 90s unit Access
123	MOONSIAM SHADE		The love song by SIAM SHADE, “MOON”
124	moonlightyuzu		A bittersweet love song echoing on a moonlit night
125	Cocoon of the MoonOkui Aki		The Turn A Gundam’s moving ode to life
126	Garnet MoonShimatani Hitomi		A passionate song that likens the moon to the light of love
127	Crescent Moon and MeNii Akino		A poignant song that quietly accepts lost love
128	Night of the blue moonLOU		A poignant classic for a cold get-well, gentle love
129	The midday moonShimatani Hitomi		Shimatani’s ballad themed around the daytime moon
130	Cry For The MoonHamada Mari		Mari Hamada’s 15th single, Moon’s Allure
131	To the MoonAikawa Nanase		A sad tale of unrequited love, known to the moon
132	Lit by the moonDEEN		Memories of love illuminated by moonlight
133	I’m scared of the full moon.HONEBONE		A musical story that is afraid of the full moon
134	Moon RainMasaki Yōko		A mature love song seen through the moon and the rain
135	Grapefruit MoonGOING STEADY		Go!go!7188’s emotional and lyrical songs
136	Moonlit Horizon[Alexandros]		An exhilarating song by a modern rock band
137	It’s a full moon.bokula.		Bokula’s lunar-themed song “It’s a Full Moon” is outstanding.
138	The Wolf and the Full MoonŌhashi Torio		Ohashi Trio’s soothing song “The Wolf and the Full Moon”
139	LunaArashiro Beni		Beni Arashiro, a soothing song themed around the moon
140	Scales of the Moonmatsuzaki kōsuke		A wistful, jazz-tinged song that layers the moon with love
141	MoonlightHoshimachi Suisei		A fleeting love under the moonlight, resounding in the quiet night
142	On the night of the full moonAmber’s		Rock depicting a man who wants to meet his beloved on a full-moon night
143	Grapefruit MoonTOMOO		A chill song: TOMOO’s Heart Poem
144	Crescent Moon SunsetSakanakushon		Sakanaction’s passionate musical world
145	Howl at the full moonChatto Monchī		Impressive songs by Chatmonchy
146	Full moon…!arima kana (CV: han megumi)		Introducing the theme song of Kana Arima from Oshi no Ko
147	Moon ShapedHomecomings		A gentle song bathed in moonlight, with heartwarming lyrics
148	MOONLIGHTLucky Kilimanjaro		Melancholy electropop moonlight echoing on a nighttime road
149	Don’t cry, Glory Moon.Saitō Kazuyoshi		Saito Kazuyoshi’s new song that encourages like moonlight
150	Come pick me up on the night of the full moonHonda Minako		Minako Honda’s full-moon song, passionate.
151	To the moonHump Back		A song of courage to overcome the hardships of everyday life
152	The midday moonSaucy Dog		A precious person like the moon that exists even in the daytime
153	Tipsy Full MoonSakamoto Fuyumi		Fuyumi Sakamoto’s new adult kayō pop song