[Autumn Classics] Japanese Songs to Listen to and Sing in October: A Curated Selection of Beloved, Heartfelt Hits
October, when you can feel autumn’s arrival.
As the weather cools a little, what kind of songs do you feel like listening to? When a song suddenly resonates with you—while strolling through a park with falling leaves or on your way to school or work—it makes the changing seasons feel even more vivid.
In this article, we’ll introduce songs that are perfect for October.
Autumn evokes many elements: the sentimental glow of a crimson sunset, the moon, flowers, and more.
From tracks that conjure nostalgic memories of fall to songs you’ll want to listen to right now, you’re sure to find one that speaks to your heart!
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[Autumn Masterpieces] Japanese Songs to Listen to and Sing in October! A Curated Selection of Popular, Heartfelt Tracks (111–120)
Happy TogetherDoresukōzu
This work is closely related to Ryōhei Shima of the dresscodes’ autobiography, “Boku Dake wa Blue.” Set to a pop melody, it conveys Shima’s unique perspective and philosophy.
It’s a love song that depicts loneliness and the journey of self-discovery.
It portrays scenes that symbolize the peak of life, hinting at the fragility of dreams and the inevitability of an ending.
You’ll be tightly gripped by the youthful, complex emotions.
Released digitally on October 16, 2024, this track expresses Shima’s inner growth and struggles, making it an important song for fans to glimpse his humanity.
It carries a touch of wistfulness yet looks forward.
An unmissable tune for those who love that kind of worldview and for fans of Japanese rock!
[Autumn Classics] Japanese Songs to Listen to and Sing in October! A Curated Selection of Beloved, Heartfelt Tracks (121–130)
close your eyesMiyamoto Hiroji
This original song by Hiroji Miyamoto—his first in about three years—was written as the new ending theme for TBS’s “news23.” It carries a message of calming the mind at the end of the day and welcoming tomorrow with a refreshed spirit.
Blending emotional vocals with delicate arrangements, the track has a gentle tone that seems to embrace the fatigue and struggles of people living in today’s society.
Released digitally in October 2024, it has also drawn attention as a work from the year marking the 5th anniversary of Miyamoto’s solo career.
It’s a song you’ll want to listen to when you need to soothe a tired heart or feel hope for tomorrow.
Don’t cry, Glory Moon.Saitō Kazuyoshi
This song explores setbacks and loneliness in life while centering on the strength to keep moving forward with hope.
The ever-watchful, ever-shining moon is portrayed symbolically, lending the piece a gentle warmth that feels like a soft push on the listener’s back.
Released in October 2024, it was newly written as the theme song for the TV Asahi drama “The Travel Nurse.” True to Kazuyoshi Saito’s style, it features an approachable melody paired with lyrics rich in meaning.
This work is sure to stay close to those carrying pain in their hearts and offer encouragement.
It’s the kind of track that makes you want to listen while gazing up at the night sky.
MoonlightHoshimachi Suisei
It’s a single that exudes a dreamy, bittersweet mood—like strolling through a moonlit city at night.
Suisei Hoshimachi’s clear, transparent vocals brilliantly capture nighttime solitude and unfulfilled feelings.
Set to a delicate track crafted by Natori, it beautifully portrays a fleeting love beneath the moon.
Released digitally in October 2024, this work reveals a new side of Suisei Hoshimachi.
Its debut performance at a Shibuya street live also drew attention.
It’s a song that seeps into the heart—perfect for nighttime walks or gazing at the moon.
Song of the Eternal NightKami wa saikoro o furanai
Kamisai—short for “Kami wa Saikoro wo Furanai,” a four-piece rock band named after the concept of continually creating sounds that defy convention and can’t be replicated by anyone else.
Their song Yonaga-uta, included on their third mini-album, A View on Lambda, delivers an ensemble where delicate piano weaves with a dynamic band sound to stir the soul.
Its lyrics, depicting a farewell to a loved one and the lingering feelings that refuse to fade, seem to add even more color to a melancholy season.
It’s a beautiful ballad perfect for immersing yourself on long autumn nights.
remainingYoshizawa Kayoko
“Nokotteru” is the second single by Kayoko Yoshizawa, released in 2017.
It’s a bittersweet ballad about a woman left behind between summer and autumn, making it perfect for October.
It’s also a popular live number, and the studio release happened thanks to strong demand from fans.
In the music video, fashion model Serena Motola stars as the song’s protagonist.
The single also includes a duo version with Tokyo Jihen’s pianist Ichiyo Izawa, titled “Nokotteru – Piano and Voice,” so be sure to compare the two!
Osmanthus (feat. Ado)kujira
Mr.
Kujira, who writes and composes music, is very active as a composer—working as a Vocaloid producer and having other artists perform his songs.
In addition to yama and Kei Sugawara, he has also provided tracks to SixTONES, showcasing his versatility across a wide range of scenes.
One autumn-themed song he created is “Kinmokusei.” Two versions of this track were released: one sung by a Vocaloid and another by Ado.
Here, we’re introducing the Ado version.
It’s striking how Ado’s rich, resonant vocals float lightly over an arrangement built around warm synth sounds.
It might be nice to listen while imagining the story woven into its poetically written lyrics.
