[2026] Songs to listen to in November: masterpieces of late autumn, autumn songs.

The Autumn SongELLEGARDEN

Ellegarden-The Autumn Song

Set in autumn, the season that draws closer and closer to winter as summer ends, this song is one of the most popular in ELLEGARDEN’s catalog.

It features the band’s signature bright, accessible rock sound and an infectious vibe, but the emotions depicted in the lyrics actually differ from that impression.

If you take a close look at the English-language lyrics, they portray a feeling as if a hole has opened up in the heart with the passing of summer into autumn.

I think many people can relate to this feeling—how about you? Be sure to give it a careful listen.

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Song of the WheelsBUMP OF CHICKEN

BUMP OF CHICKEN 'Song of the Wheels'

It’s a beloved classic supported by many fans.

Although it has a bright, country-style feel, it depicts a morning farewell with someone precious.

You give a person you may never see again a ride on your bicycle and head to the station at dawn.

The bittersweet story comes vividly to mind and tightens your chest.

The mandolin’s tone perfectly matches the sentimental atmosphere of late autumn.

The song was released in December 2004 as a single from the masterpiece Yggdrasil.

On those long autumn nights when you find yourself longing for company, please take your time and give it a careful listen.

Akatoki Reloadaiko

aiko - “Akatoki Reload” music video

This is a work by singer-songwriter aiko, who captures the subtleties of love with exquisitely chosen words.

The song depicts feelings for a loved one being reloaded again and again in the quiet before dawn.

Even when connected, an unshakable loneliness and the anxieties that grow precisely because you care for the other person are expressed through a sound that blends cuteness with poignancy.

Released in January 2023, the track was chosen as the theme song for the drama “Ninja ni Kekkon wa Muzukashii” (Marriage Is Difficult for a Ninja) and was later included on the album “Ima no Futari o Otagai ga Miteru” (We Are Looking at Each Other as We Are Now).

November RainCHiCO with HoneyWorks

November Rain / CHiCO with HoneyWorks

In November, when we feel the changing of the seasons, we’re often drawn to songs with a subdued, gentle mood.

This track, included on CHiCO with HoneyWorks’ album “Sekai wa i ni Michiteiru,” released in November 2015, is a perfect fit for that feeling.

Set against a backdrop of chilly November rain, it delicately portrays the immature feelings and regrets of young lovers, along with a sense of powerlessness before the passage of time.

The lyrics overlay the unspoken words—“I love you”—onto the time that slipped by like rain, resonating deeply with many listeners.

It’s a recommended song for moments when you want to reflect a little as the end of autumn draws near.

I miss youHayashibe Satoshi

Satoshi Hayashibe / “I Want to See You (Music Video) ~New Version~”

This is a song whose so-called “crystal voice” delivers the swelling feelings for someone you can’t meet straight to your heart.

Released in February 2016 as Satoru Hayashibe’s debut single, it topped the cable radio charts and won the Newcomer Award at the 58th Japan Record Awards.

His voice, which brings the pure emotions deep within your heart to the surface, is truly, irresistibly beautiful.

It’s a masterpiece ballad you’ll want to immerse yourself in as autumn deepens, while thinking of someone precious.

The pavement in a cold wintry windtenchi mari

Mari Amachi ☆ The Wintry Wind on the Pavement

November, when autumn deepens and the cold wintry winds begin to blow.

Here is a song that perfectly suits that season—one that blends poignancy with warmth.

Released in December 1974 as Mari Amachi’s 12th single, this classic features lyrics by Michio Yamagami and music by Koichi Morita.

Set against the backdrop of a city swept by wintry gusts, its lyrics about bygone youth and parting resonate deeply with listeners.

Although it was the first of Amachi’s singles not to reach the weekly top 10 on the Oricon charts, it was later included on a Golden Best album and remains beloved as one of her signature songs.

As the cold sets in, it’s a perfect track for anyone who wants to bask in warm memories.

YOKAZEHentai Shinshi Kurabu

Hentai Shinshi Club / YOKAZE (Official Music Video)

This is a track by Hentai Shinshi Club that perfectly matches the longing you feel as autumn turns to winter and the nostalgic mood of late fall.

Released on the EP “HERO” in April 2020, it features a comfortably mellow sound.

The lyrics portray raw emotions: carrying anxiety and frustration, feeling fed up with one’s own life, yet still looking forward with the belief that even failures will one day become nourishment.

It’s a masterpiece that’s perfect for when you feel lonely or want to savor the serene moments of autumn.