[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 Classics] Japanese Songs to Listen to and Sing in October! A Curated Selection of Popular, Heart-Touching Tracks (131–140)
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.
To the Sky ~Live & Movie ver.~Yamazaki Masayoshi
This is a song written as the theme for the movie “Doraemon: Nobita and the Birth of Japan 2016.” Masayoshi Yamazaki’s voice is distinctive and powerful, yet somehow languid and gentle—many people probably feel, “I love it!” It really hits you in the heart, doesn’t it? It makes you want to remember your pure feelings and try living without doing any complicated calculations.
Wind SongMoriyama Naotaro
A perfect, soul-stirring song for long autumn nights.
Naotaro Moriyama’s clear, transparent voice rides the breeze and reaches the listener’s heart.
Released in January 2006, this work won wide support from many listeners and became one of his signature songs.
The lyrics delicately depict everyday emotions and scenes, awakening each listener’s own memories and feelings.
It’s best enjoyed at autumn dusk, with the window open to feel the wind.
In an unhurried moment, it can prompt you to face your own heart.
It’s a track I especially recommend to anyone carrying a bit of haze or unease inside.
Tokyo autumn foliageyakozen
A song that seeps into the heart as autumn deepens.
Considered one of Yakozen’s signature tracks, this piece was included on the album “Tokyo 23-Ward Recommended Memory Collection Bag,” released in November 2004.
Its lyrics—evoking aching love and the loneliness amid the bustle of the city—leave a strong impression, while the folk-tinged melody stirs the soul.
Takahiro “Pistol” Takehara’s powerful vocals and the simple yet resonant arrangement are part of its appeal.
A music video in the form of the short film “Sakanagashi” was also produced for this work, starring Susumu Terajima, and it drew considerable attention.
It’s perfect for listening alone at autumn dusk, lost in thought.
tall goldenrodSachiyo Toki
“Seitakawadachisou” is the second single released by actress Sachiyo Totsuki in 1977.
The title refers to the goldenrod, a plant that blooms with yellow flowers from around September to November.
This song, sung with thoughts of a foreign boyfriend who went off to a base in Okinawa, is a masterpiece that conveys the feel of a mature heartbreak.
After its release, it was also broadcast on NHK’s “Minna no Uta.” For those who remember that time, it’s a nostalgic track—please give it a listen!
You in OctoberSekitori Hana
Having made her major-label debut, Hana Sekitori is rising in popularity.
This is the song that represents her autumn.
Its candid lyrics—laying bare the feeling of being left behind by someone precious—have struck a chord with many listeners.
The pain of wavering between an undying attachment and the reality of being alone no matter what you do is truly heartrending.
Paired with the warm arpeggios of the guitar, it’s an autumn song where sentimentality bursts at the seams.
In conclusion
When it comes to songs for October, many pieces evoke the deepening of autumn. New October songs will continue to be created, and they will linger in our hearts along with seasonal memories. It may be precisely because Japan cherishes the four seasons that songs for October enrich our hearts. This time, we introduced a variety of tracks perfect for October, from slightly sentimental songs that evoke autumn to Halloween tunes. Be sure to give them a listen during this season.