[Recommended] Compilation albums of Japanese music: overview of CDs
For example, an album that brings together songs around a specific theme—like “youth” or “romance”—is called an omnibus CD.
In some cases, it’s also referred to as a compilation album.
Even if the performing artists are different, the songs share a cohesive feel, so you can keep listening to music that matches your mood—that’s the appeal.
There are also collections of hits by decade, as well as ones organized by genre, such as rock or R&B.
In this article, I’ll introduce some recommended omnibus CDs.
It’s definitely worth a look for anyone searching for event background music, too!
- Nostalgic Songs Perfect as Driving BGM for People in Their 40s
- A Must-See for Those in Their 20s: A Collection of Youthful Songs That Bring Back School Days
- A Collection of Japanese Songs to Hype Up Your Drive [BGM]
- Iconic ballads of 90s J-pop: nostalgic mega-hits and fan favorites
- A collection of romance-themed songs. Let’s listen to some Japanese love songs.
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- [Mood-Boosting Japanese Music / J-POP] Sky-High Hype & Chill Lift! A Collection of Up-Tempo Classics
- Packed with everything from friendship to romance! Youth anthems recommended for Gen Z
- Coming-of-age songs for your 50s: heart-thumping × heartwarming classics and popular tracks [2026]
- [Tearjerker] Songs that make your heart tremble with tears & moving tracks with lyrics that touch the soul
- [Touching the Heart] Timeless Ballad Masterpieces. A Collection of Unfading Classics and the Latest Songs [2026]
- [2026 Edition] Songs Loved by People in Their 60s: Classic Hits from Their Youth
- Winter songs in 90s J-pop: a roundup of popular winter tunes
[Recommended] Compilation of Japanese music omnibus albums/CDs (11–20)
Climax 80’s BLUE
This is a compilation album featuring hit songs from the late 1980s.
It includes 33 carefully selected tracks, such as songs that became hits as movie and TV drama theme songs and are still used on popular variety shows today.
The album also features many tracks beloved across generations as life-affirming anthems, including Bakufu Slump’s “Runner” and Takako Okamura’s “Yume wo Akiramenai de” (Don’t Give Up on Your Dreams).
Why not hum along, savoring the powerful, heartfelt lyrics, and feel as if you’ve slipped back to your youthful days?
A Song That Lifts Your Spirits
Want to blow away the blues with your favorite music right now? This compilation album is packed with uplifting tracks we highly recommend.
It features 17 vibrant songs from the 1980s and 1990s.
When Hiromi Go’s “GOLDFINGER ’99” was a hit, many people probably joined in by copying its memorable dance, right? Of the songs included, seven are million-selling blockbusters, starting with PUFFY’s “Asian Route” (Kore ga Watashi no Ikiru Michi).
Sing your heart out while taking in the positive lyrics!
Love reggae…!!!!
Timeless classics you hear at elementary schools and wedding venues have come together as one.
Listening straight through—from widely known hits that almost everyone recognizes to hidden gems known only to the few—brings fresh discoveries.
Beyond romance, the broad themes of friendship, respect, and sincerity seem to pass from person to person—to family, friends, companions, and ultimately all humanity—embodying a true “One Love.” This peaceful, gentle music is sure to reach everyone’s heart.
Diva: Drivin’ Best
In every era, there have been divas who colored their respective scenes.
When you hear the word “diva,” whose voice, which phrase comes to mind? This album showcases a wide range of music from around the world and across the ages—from kayōkyoku to hard rock to technopop.
Let a love song that happens to play during a drive bring back memories of an old romance, or reminisce about TV shows graced by unforgettable theme songs and chat about them in the car.
It’s an album that lets you cruise to your favorite era, almost like Back to the Future.
It was certainly a love I could never forget.
This is a download-only compilation album with a title that leaves a slightly sentimental impression.
It features 38 hit love songs from the 2000s and 2010s.
Motohiro Hata’s “Himawari no Yakusoku” and Ikimono-gakari’s “Arigatou” have now become bridal song staples, widely loved by younger generations as well.
As we grow older, those unforgettable memories of past romances tend to fade.
Perhaps it’s nice once in a while to revisit those faint memories along with some bittersweet love songs.
Summer! The Ultimate Best Hits
This is an omnibus album packed with refreshing summer songs that will blow away the heat—especially for those feeling a bit worn out by the summer.
One listen and you’ll feel like it’s endless summer! It features 21 quintessential summer tracks.
From definitive “summer songs” like Ketsumeishi’s “Love Love Summer” to uplifting tunes like Every Little Thing’s “Deatta Koro no You ni,” every track is guaranteed to boost your spirits the moment you hear it.
Put it on endless repeat or loop your favorites—let the power of music help you beat the extreme heat!
In conclusion
With this much variety, you’ll probably find a track that perfectly fits the situation you have in mind.
There were nostalgic hits, love songs, and collections of motivational anthems, too.
I also recommend the fun of listening to an album with no prior info and discovering your favorite artists from there.