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[For Seniors] Crowd-Pleasers! Recommended Songs Everyone Can Enjoy Together in October
At senior care facilities and similar settings, let’s try singing songs that reflect the season.
This time, we’ll introduce songs with an October theme.
We’ve chosen a wide range, from children’s songs to popular tunes.
Some seniors may recall singing them in childhood or hearing them after entering the workforce.
From there, conversations may naturally expand.
Singing also helps with oral exercises.
Even those who are reluctant to sing can still enjoy participating in the recreation through hand clapping and other activities—there are many ways to have fun.
[For Seniors] Lively! Recommended Songs Everyone Can Enjoy in October (1–10)
cosmos (flower)Yamaguchi Momoe
Momoe Yamaguchi’s “Akizakura (Cosmos)” is a heartwarming song that depicts the bond between mother and daughter.
The lyrics, penned by Masashi Sada, gently express the gratitude of a daughter about to get married.
Released on October 1, 1977, this song has become a classic that remains in many people’s hearts.
It’s also familiar to many older adults, so why not hum along together? Singing while reflecting on the meaning of the lyrics can help stimulate the brain.
It seems like a lovely way to spend time, sharing nostalgic memories and enjoying each other’s company.
Village AutumnKawada Masako
The children’s song “Sato no Aki,” widely known across generations thanks to its inclusion in music textbooks, was released in 1948 with vocals by Masako Kawada and was selected for the “100 Best Japanese Songs” in 2007.
The lyrics were written by Nobuo Saito, and the music was composed by Minoru Kainuma.
The song’s lyrics depict a parent and child spending autumn together, making it a perfect match for the season’s scenery.
Many older listeners may find that it brings back memories of their childhood.
Please give it a try and sing along.
Bright Red Autumn
When it comes to famous children’s songs about autumn, Makka na Aki (Deep Red Autumn) comes to mind.
First performed in October 1963 on a program called Tanoshii Uta (Fun Songs), it’s a classic that has been loved for many years and is still sung by children today.
The lyrics depict children captivated by the beauty of autumn leaves, and many older listeners may find the song takes them back to their childhood.
In addition to the crimson foliage, autumn icons like dragonflies and red spider lilies also appear in the lyrics, so try listening while picturing the scenes of autumn.
The Night Wind of the JourneyKirishima Noboru Mis Koromubia
A gem of a classic song performed by a legendary Showa-era duo.
Released as the theme song for the film “Aizen Katsura,” this piece exquisitely blends poet Saijō Yaso’s lyrics—depicting the romance between a nurse and a doctor of the time—with Masao Koga’s rich, emotive melody.
The perfectly synchronized vocals of Noboru Kirishima and Miss Columbia are sure to resonate deeply with older listeners.
Since its release in September 1938, it has been a massive hit, selling over 800,000 copies.
Covered by numerous artists, it has remained beloved for generations.
It evokes nostalgic memories and offers a chance to reflect on life’s joys and hardships.
You might even enjoy humming a few lines of the lyrics together.
I found a little sign of autumn.
Even in September, when the heat still lingers, autumn scenes gradually begin to spread through nature, don’t they? This is the perfect time to listen to “Chiisai Aki Mitsuketa” (“I Found a Little Autumn”) while savoring those moments when you suddenly notice autumn’s arrival.
The lyrics were written by Hachiro Sato, who also wrote “Ringo no Uta” (“The Apple Song”), and the music was composed by Yoshinao Nakada, known for the children’s song “Medaka no Gakkō” (“The Killifish School”).
The song’s lyrics depict glimpses of autumn discovered in quiet, everyday moments.
Why not listen to it while looking for signs of autumn during seasonal events or on a stroll?
Under the big chestnut tree
This song, which depicts spending time happily together under a chestnut tree, is a popular children’s tune among older adults.
With its simple, familiar melody, it can be enjoyed along with hand-play movements.
It originally began as an English folk song and spread among American Boy Scouts.
It was introduced to Japan after the war and became established in preschools and kindergartens.
Moving the body while singing also serves as a good mouth-and-jaw exercise.
Plus, the lyrics can spark reminiscences, leading to conversations and shared memories with seniors.
Even simple handclaps are enough to enjoy it, so those who feel reluctant to sing can still join in.
How about singing together and savoring the autumn atmosphere?
Red sky at dusk
This song gently depicts autumn in Japan and is a beloved classic that resonates with older adults.
A sky tinted by the sunset, the sound of temple bells, children on their way home—nostalgic scenes come to mind, don’t they? Try singing it slowly to its calm melody.
It’s said to still be used for disaster-prevention broadcasts and at JR stations in Hachioji City.
Many people will surely be reminded of days gone by.
It’s perfect for singing together with seniors.
Clapping along can make it even more enjoyable.
Let’s savor the season and spend a heartwarming moment singing together.