[Rain Songs] Songs to listen to on rainy days. A special feature on Japanese rain-themed songs [2026]
Going out or commuting on a rainy day inevitably makes your steps feel heavy, doesn’t it? That’s exactly when you should try changing the scenery with the power of music.
In this article, we’ll introduce plenty of Japanese “rain songs” perfect for rainy days.
From tender ballads that gently stay close to your heart to bright J-pop tracks that blow away the gloomy skies, we’ve picked a wide range—from timeless classics everyone knows to the latest buzzworthy hits.
Enjoy them alongside the sound of raindrops on the window, and rainy days might just become something to look forward to! Find the one song that’s perfect for you.
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[Rain Songs] Songs you want to listen to on rainy days. A special feature on Japanese rain songs [2026] (141–150)
passing showerren
Ren is a singer-songwriter who mainly works on social media, with a singing voice that conveys gentleness within strength.
The song “Passing Shower,” released on November 22, 2023, was produced as part of the promotion for the novel “Love, Obsession, People Die.” Its delicate ensemble, tinged with shadow, links exquisitely with lyrics that evoke a certain sense of danger.
It’s a sentimental pop tune, marked by a fragile yet spacious melody and sound that leave a lasting impression.
Rain and CappuccinoYorushika
Set in summer, this is a heartwarming, soothing song that keeps you company during quiet rainy moments.
The transparent vocals meld with the piano’s melody, gently enveloping the bittersweet feelings of remembering someone you’ve lost.
Included on Yorushika’s August 2019 album “Elma,” the track richly portrays the emotional resolve to look forward while holding onto memories of someone dear, within a highly narrative world.
An animated PV evoking a café atmosphere has also been released, enhancing the song’s charm with its dreamlike visuals.
It’s a perfect tune for a calm rainy day, to enjoy by the window with your favorite drink as you unwind.
I’ve been waiting impatiently.Ōishi Madoka
This is a striking song with a deeply affecting, emotionally rich melody and lyrics woven with the atmosphere of the rainy season.
In this track, scheduled for release by Madoka Oishi in October 2024, the bittersweet feelings and emotional turbulence of a heartbroken woman are carefully depicted alongside images of nature.
Reuniting with Makoto Sugimoto for the first time in 23 years, the piece, arranged in a folk-tinged enka style, fully showcases Oishi’s vocal prowess.
With a quietly piercing melody and delicate portrayals of a woman’s heart through scenes of rain, the moon, and other imagery, it’s a song you’ll want to sing gently during the rainy season.
It’s sure to offer comfort to those who feel the futility and loneliness of waiting for a long time.
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Rainy StationMatsutōya Yumi
A song included on the 1975 album COBALT HOUR.
It is said to be about Nishi-Tachikawa Station on the JR Ōme Line.
A monument to the song was built in Nishi-Tachikawa, and in 2006 it was also adopted as the station’s departure melody.
I feel it’s a perfect song for a rainy day.
It’s a timeless classic that never feels dated and can be enjoyed in any era.
rainKami ga nokoshita yume o kuu.
A mid-tempo ballad that delicately portrays the pain of heartbreak was released in October 2023 by Haru from Kami ga Nokoshita Yume o Kū no (God-Left Dream Eaters).
This striking song layers feelings of sorrow and loneliness with imagery of rain, beautifully blending expressive vocals with an emotional sound.
The track weaves together elements of J-pop and rock, and was also featured as an insert song in the Kusatsu Onsen Tourism Association’s PR video “3650+.” It’s a perfect song to listen to during the rainy season—ideal for moments when you want to dwell in bittersweet emotions or are looking for music that gently resonates with the heart.
RAINTakehara Pisutoru
Takahara Pistol, whose soulful singing captivates many, is best known for his rain-themed song “RAIN.” It’s an acoustic, solo performance included on the album “BEST BOUT.” The lyrics liken life’s hardships and sorrows to rain.
They also depict someone who keeps moving forward without worrying about the rain, and who realizes it’s impossible to stay completely dry no matter what you do.
If you listen while reflecting on your own life, it’s sure to hit you right in the heart.
rainHitsuji Bungaku
A song by Hitsujibungaku that radiates an introspective atmosphere.
The gentle, delicate guitar tones and the clear, translucent vocals seep into the heart like rain—many listeners may find themselves on the verge of tears.
It was included on the demo EP “BlUE.ep” in September 2016, and later featured on the nationwide CD release “Tunneling Through” in October 2017.
This piece delicately portrays themes of loneliness and hope, beautifully blending elements of alternative rock and dream pop.
It’s recommended for the rainy season, when you want to quietly sort out your feelings while watching the rain flow outside the window.
Encountering this song, which gently moistens the heart, will surely bring you comfort.