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

A Late-Autumn NightElefanto Kashimashi

A Late-Autumn Night

A song wrapped in the melancholy of autumn gently embraces the heart in November.

Featured on Elephant Kashimashi’s album “Seikatsu,” released in September 1990, this piece hides a quiet strength within its relaxed folk-rock style.

The lyrics delicately depict scenes of solitary nights gathered around a brazier and the transience of life, as if dissolving into the stillness at autumn’s end.

Hiroji Miyamoto’s distinctive timbre and impassioned vocals seep into the listener’s heart.

It’s the perfect track for long autumn nights when you want to reflect on life alone.

Highly recommended for anyone seeking music that resonates softly in the deepening autumn evenings.

Sophia in NovemberOkamoto Maiko

Sophia in November (2017 Remastering)

This is a song by Maiko Okamoto, whose beautiful melody, wrapped in the air of November, gently seeps into the heart.

Released in November 1985, the piece harmoniously blends Yasushi Akimoto’s poetic lyrics with Kisaburō Suzuki’s delicate composition.

The lyrics, which recount a faint memory of a school-days romance, tenderly embrace universal feelings that many have experienced.

The song reached a peak of No.

45 on the Oricon charts.

Although it had no commercial tie-ins, it remains one of Maiko Okamoto’s signature tracks, beloved by many fans.

It’s the perfect song for a quiet autumn evening spent alone—one that will surely stay close to your heart.

36.5kobore

"36.5" (kobore x Film "Koko de no Hanashi" Short Lyrics Video)

A mid-tempo ballad written by the guitar rock band kobore from Fuchu, Tokyo, as the theme song for the film “Koko de no Hanashi.” Without putting on airs, the song expresses each person’s own warmth and tenderness, offering gentle support to those striving through their busy days.

It was released digitally on November 8, 2024, and is included on their fifth album “FLARE,” released on November 27 the same year.

Vocalist and guitarist Takeru Sato reportedly worked closely with the director throughout the production.

Recommended for times when you’re worn out by daily life or want to reconnect with the importance of living true to yourself.

End of autumnneguse.

End of autumn

Autumn tends to make us sentimental no matter what we’re doing.

The song that feels like it will amplify that feeling is Neguse’s “End of Autumn.” Its lyrics overflow with bittersweet emotion, recalling feelings for someone you loved, regrets, and all the fun times together.

Many people probably feel this way when they think of an ex.

With realistic, down-to-earth lyrics that resonate with anyone, it’s a love song perfectly suited to autumn—just as the title suggests.

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Kogarashi No. 1 — Ballad Versionasamichiyuki

Asami Chiyuki / First Cold Wind of Winter — Ballad Version

Asamichiyuki’s song themed around the “kogarashi,” the cold wind that heralds the end of autumn, beautifully captures the loneliness and poignancy that come with the changing seasons.

The world woven by Yu Aku’s lyrics and Asami’s wistful vocals perfectly suits the chilly air of November.

Released in February 2013, this work is a rearranged ballad version of the original.

Along with the coupling track “Matsuri (Festival),” it’s a piece you’ll want to savor on long autumn nights.

Especially recommended for those who have experienced a breakup or who value time alone.

Its touching melody and lyrics will gently envelop your sensibilities.