[Night Songs] Classic masterpieces themed around the night. J-POP you’ll want to listen to at nighttime.
The unique atmosphere of nighttime—something you don’t get in the morning or afternoon—somehow evokes a touch of wistfulness and loneliness, doesn’t it?
In this article, we’ll introduce classic and popular songs themed around “night,” perfect for those hours.
We’ve gathered tracks ideal for quiet nights, such as “songs you want to listen to alone at night” and “songs that evoke beautiful nighttime scenery.”
If you’re looking for music that matches night views for an evening walk, drive, or run, be sure to check these out.
From ballads that suit a relaxed night to dance tunes that make you want to move, we’ve got you covered—there’s sure to be a track you’ll want to play.
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[Songs of the Night] Classic masterpieces themed around the night. J-POP to listen to at nighttime (31–40)
It’s because I listened to Bach’s melody at night.Sakanakushon
“It’s Because I Listened to Bach’s Melody at Night” is a bright, buoyant four-on-the-floor track that makes you want to dance.
It’s incredibly addictive and sticks in your head after just one listen.
It reportedly features a phrase from Bach’s harpsichord concerto.
Since many of Sakanaction’s songs are about the night, I think it’s perfect to accompany a nighttime drive.
Dancer in the NightSakanakushon
Sakanaction has become hugely popular as a band with stylish, sophisticated musicality.
Among their songs, “Yoru no Odoriko” is especially popular as a track themed around the night.
As you can tell from its abbreviated nickname “YNO,” it carries a slightly nostalgic sound that shows the influence of YMO—one of its key charms.
The music video, said to have been filmed at the foot of Mt.
Fuji, is also a must-see.
Night of 15Ozaki Yutaka
A famous song by Yutaka Ozaki, known to all, that has stayed with us for years—a way of life that men across Japan once admired.
Many were surely stirred to their core by the sight of him powerfully singing of those invisible, uneasy nights with his husky voice.
It’s a number for vulnerable men, a slightly rough-around-the-edges cheer when you want to face the anxieties within yourself.
Moonlight FlowerJanne Da Arc
“Gekkouka” is a single by Janne Da Arc released in 2005.
It was used as the theme song for the anime Black Jack and became Janne Da Arc’s biggest hit.
The song conveys the feeling of gazing up at the night sky, thinking that even if you gather fragments of the moon and fall asleep, you can’t return to the past as if in a dream.
However, it is said not to be a love song.
Friday Nightnatori
Singer-songwriter Natori, who began posting videos of his original numbers on TikTok in 2021 and has since gained popularity mainly on social media.
His “Friday Night” has an irresistible, languid vibe reminiscent of “Overdose,” which he released in 2022 to great acclaim.
The vocal phrases that incorporate a six-note “ta-ta-ta-ta-ta-ta” rhythm are also incredibly catchy.
With its calm and stylish tone, it’s a great choice as background music for nighttime listening.
