A rainy love song. A love song perfect for a rainy day.

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Sonar Pocket “Autumn Rain” [Lyric Video]

Sonar Pocket, known for love songs that resonate with many, released a piece in November 2022 that is a lyrical track conjuring vivid scenes of autumn rain.

While their straightforward, heartfelt lyrics are one of their trademarks, this work, with newly written lyrics by Saint Vega, ventures into a fresh mode of expression that paints landscapes through skillful Japanese rhymes.

The sound, evocative of rain-soaked streets and slightly chilly air, further highlights the poignancy of the story.

Many listeners will likely find their hearts moved as they overlay their own experiences onto the song’s wistful reflections on days gone by.

On a chilly autumn night, listening alone in quiet contemplation, it sinks deeply into your heart.

umbrellaSEKAI NO OWARI

SEKAI NO OWARI「umbrella」

“umbrella” depicts a tender scene of staying close when rain falls on a loved one’s heart.

Created by SEKAI NO OWARI—known for their genre-defying appeal—the song was released in 2020.

A driving band sound resonates, incorporating translucent strings and synth tones.

Many listeners may relate to the pure desire to protect someone dear, even if only for the brief moments until the rain stops.

It’s a healing track, with Fukase’s vocals gently enveloping the loneliness and solitude one carries in their heart.

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If there’s a “see you”Mirei Touyama

Mirei Touyama “If There Were Another Goodbye” Lyric Video

This is a bittersweet breakup song that gently wraps feelings of regret and gratitude toward a loved one in a clear, translucent voice.

Released by Mirei Toyama in August 2021, it portrays the struggle with the pain of parting while trying to find gratitude for a “once-in-a-lifetime happiness.” The hesitation over when to bring up the breakup, and the strength to be the one to finally say “thank you,” are also compelling.

As a track from the album “still,” this cover of a original song by Sorari Sawada offers quiet solace to those who must end a relationship or are suffering through a love they need to let go of.

LOVE RAIN ~Rain of Love~Kubota Toshinobu

Toshinobu Kubota – LOVE RAIN ~Koi no Ame~ [Official Video Short ver.]

A signature song by Toshinobu Kubota, written as the theme for Fuji TV’s Monday 9 p.m.

drama “Tsuki no Koibito ~Moon Lovers~” and released in June 2010.

The lyrics are striking for linking the heart‑pounding feelings of falling in love with the dreamlike scenery of a rainy night.

Kubota’s characteristically gentle vocals blend exquisitely with the warm R&B sound, resonating deeply with listeners.

Inviting you into a special world that only rainy days can create, this piece is perfect for anyone in a romantic mood.

cherry blossom rainJUJU

JUJU “Sakura Ame” (Cherry Blossom Rain)

Sakuraame is JUJU’s 12th single, released in 2010.

It was issued as her first quadruple A-side single and was used as the opening theme for TBS’s COUNT DOWN TV as well as in corporate commercials for RecoChoku.

In the song, “rain” plays various roles: it hides tears, washes away memories of the two of them, and is described in a very poetic way.

Spring, when the cherry blossoms bloom, is a season of meetings and farewells.

Rain that falls in such a season seems to accentuate the poignancy of parting.

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Rain Falling in the DarkShiina Ringo

Sheena Ringo – Demo tapes 02 – 14. Rain Falling in the Darkness

An interlude track from the album “Shōso Strip,” its dark worldview has made it popular, and when it’s performed live, it really hits fans hard.

Though dark, the love depicted is incredibly pure.

It’s a song sung by a woman with a lonely heart, pleading to stay by someone’s side and promising to protect them by any means.

You are the rain.Ōhashi Torio

You are the rain.

It’s a ballad overflowing with emotion that could only come from Ohashi Trio, its jazzy, sophisticated piano tones resonating deep in the heart.

You can picture someone alone on a breakwater, looking up at the night sky while hiding their tears.

That helpless loneliness of longing for someone dear overlaps with the quietly falling rain, leaving you with a poignant ache.

The beautiful melody tightens your chest before you know it.

The track is included on the acclaimed album “I Got Rhythm?” released in November 2009, which reached No.

1 on the charts.

Later selected for his best-of compilation, it stands as one of his signature ballads.

On a quiet night when you want to sink into a sentimental mood, its gentle tones will surely stay close to your heart.