Masterpieces to listen to at noon: recommended popular songs
Do you ever have the chance to relax and listen to music on your days off?
Sometimes it’s important to just zone out and enjoy your favorite songs.
This time, I’ve picked out some classic Japanese tracks perfect for daytime listening.
So sit back, feel the sunlight, and take it easy while you listen.
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Masterpieces to listen to at noon: Recommended popular songs (71–80)
Tears aren’t just for show.Nakamori Akina
A classic song covered by various artists.
Written and composed by Yosui Inoue, it portrays a woman through his unique worldview, made powerful and unwavering by Akina Nakamori’s vocal prowess.
On a day off when you want to start a big cleanup but can’t quite get going, listening to this will get your body moving.
Riverside HotelInoue Yosui
It’s the timeless masterpiece by the one and only Yosui Inoue.
His slightly husky, dry, wonderful voice pairs perfectly with the distinctive lyrics, making you want to listen again and again.
It’s the kind of song you want to hear on a Sunday evening as summer is coming to an end, while you watch the sky grow dark.
day by dayYoshida Yamada
I felt it was a song that makes you cherish your family more than ever.
I really want you to watch the music video.
I think it’s packed with everything that makes Yoshida Yamada appealing.
The laid-back melody gently lifts your spirits and leaves you feeling refreshed.
Scatter, Scatter, Fill (feat. Masaki Suda)Kimyō Reitarō
A collaborative track by Reitaro Kimyo and Masaki Suda that expresses a strong desire to break free from the state of falling into an endless love.
It’s included on Reitaro Kimyo’s self-titled album, released in June 2023 to mark the 25th anniversary of his music career.
Blending 90s-style sampling with modern BPM, the song feels both nostalgic and contemporary.
It portrays the beauty and transience of falling in love, as well as the process of self-reflection, resonating deeply with listeners.
A perfect companion for a leisurely weekend walk, its soothing melody and lyrics are sure to bring comfort to your heart.
GarnetOku Hanako
It’s a song that served as the theme for “The Girl Who Leapt Through Time,” directed by the filmmaker behind “Your Name.” The gemstone meaning of garnet is “friendship, amity,” which perfectly suits this slightly bittersweet yet beautiful melody.
With Oku Hanako’s clear, soaring vocals and lyrics that bring back a sweet-and-sour page of youth, it’s a piece that lets you savor a quiet day off while looking back on your adolescence.
Lovely Day, Lovely Place.Hirai Dai
Hirai Dai is a singer-songwriter whose gentle, surf music-based sound is gaining attention, especially among younger listeners.
Opening his digitally released EP “SURF & TURF,” “Lovely Day, Lovely Place.” offers a soothing, organic sound that evokes the ocean.
The lyrics, which capture everyday moments with someone special, remind us that happiness can be found close at hand.
With its light, shuffle-beat rhythm, it’s a track that simply makes you feel warm and at ease just by listening.
Wonderful LifeHirai Dai
This track by Dai Hirai features a relaxed sound highlighted by the ukulele.
It was also selected as the official tie-in song for the Tokyo Camping Car Show 2023, and it really conveys the excitement of setting out on a trip.
The beach-inspired sound—one of Hirai’s trademarks—evokes scenes of cherishing time with friends.
With his sweetest vocals on full display, this is a song you’ll want to sit back and savor.
Take this opportunity to give it a careful listen.
