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