[Rain Songs] Songs to listen to on a rainy day. A special feature on rain-themed tracks.

Do you like rainy days?

Some people dislike them because you get wet and can’t go out, while others love the sound of the rain or the calm atmosphere—there are all kinds of opinions.

For many, rain also ties in with a slightly bittersweet feeling, and there are plenty of songs that use rain as a theme to sing about that sense of poignancy.

In this article, we’ll introduce lots of popular songs that are perfect for listening to on a rainy day!

While many of them are melancholy, there are also songs that sing about hope—like how the rain will stop someday—so be sure to listen to plenty of them!

Playlist

[Rain Songs] Songs to listen to on a rainy day. A special feature on rain-themed tracks.
	Title	Playlist	Review
1	KotonohaHata Motohiro		Motohiro Hata’s rain song, the image song for the film
2	RAINSEKAI NO OWARI		Heartwarming music that sings of rainy scenes
3	the smell of rainiri		Masterpieces to enjoy the mood of rain through music
4	ENDLESS RAINX		A classic X song that portrays the bittersweet emotions of a rainy day
5	In the night sky after the rainRC sakuseshon		A rock number that blows away a rainy day
6	The Last RainYasushi Nakanishi		Yasushi Nakanishi’s classic: the poignant feelings of love and rain
7	The sound of rainMirei Touyama		A song that sings of a bittersweet love on a rainy day
8	sound of rainASIAN KUNG-FU GENERATION		The melody of hope for the future woven by the sound of rain
9	Cry like it’s raining.Nakamura Emi		Rain songs, tracks that make you feel positive
10	RainyROTTENGRAFFTY		A rain-themed song bursting with a sense of speed by a rock band from Kyoto
11	umbrellaKing Gnu		Umbrella of rain: the sorrow of parting embedded in King Gnu’s song
12	March of the RainFujifaburikku		Fujifabric’s eerily captivating song
13	passing showerIkuta Rira		Lilas Ikuta's 'Passing Shower,' a heartrending breakup song
14	Rain, then Sunshine Hallelujahyuzu		Uplifting songs to listen to on a rainy day
15	Rainy Stationhaifaisetto		Melancholic masterpiece at a rainy station: “Ame no Station”
16	LOVE RAIN ~Rain of Love~Kubota Toshinobu		The appeal of Toshinobu Kubota’s classic song “LOVE RAIN”
17	rose flowerkururi		The comforting rain song by the Kyoto band Quruli
18	cold rainAimer		A one-of-a-kind singing voice, a will that transcends sorrow
19	In June, I write the city after the rain.Yorushika		Music that resonates with the heart, accompanying rainy scenes.
20	rainy rainy rainy bluesSato Chiaki		Chiaki Sato’s rain song soothes the heart.
21	Rainy BlueTokunaga Hideaki		The poignant classic for rainy days, “Rainy Blue”
22	Hydrangea Streetsupittsu		Slow-tempo songs to listen to on a rainy day
23	Ultramarine DaysToukyou Jihen		An impressive, fast-paced song by Tokyo Jihen
24	rainbowAqua Timez		A cheerful and warm encouraging song, lyrics and music by Taishi
25	April Rainaiko		aiko's 30th work, a song about the pure rain of love
26	rainPetorōruzu		A melody by PETROLZ that feels like a pleasant rain
27	sound of rainHoshino Gen		The coupling song from Gen Hoshino’s “Koi,” Scenes of Dawn
28	Ref:rainAimer		“Ref:rain” is a heartbreaking love song about romance.
29	Light Blue RainYagami Junko		Junko Yagami’s melancholic classic about heartbreak
30	rainMoritaka Chisato		The poignant charm of Chisato Moritaka’s classic song “Ame” (Rain)
31	The sound of winter rainFLOW		A Latin-style rock number and a hit song by FLOW
32	Osaka Rainy BluesSUPER EIGHT		A Kansai-dialect ballad from Osaka about a bittersweet love
33	umbrellaTOKIO		Lyrics by Ringo Sheena, a rock song depicting the emotions before the rain.
34	It always begins with rain.ASKA		The masterpiece that gives hope on rainy days: “It Always Begins with Rain.”
35	When it starts raining heavilyŌe Senri		Senri Oe: Diverse Musical Activities and Talent
36	Rain MelodyKinKi Kids		KinKi Kids’ iconic song that heats up a rainy day
37	Warm RainTomita Rabo		Tomita Lab’s “Atatakai Ame” is a sophisticated rain sound.
38	Rain of jewelsPerfume		Characteristics of Perfume’s songs and their use in commercials
39	Weather ReportBUMP OF CHICKEN		A BUMP OF CHICKEN classic that heals the sorrow of the rain
40	A midsummer passing showerUtada Hikaru		Hikaru Utada’s digital single, a bittersweet song about rain
41	After The RainKj from DRAGON ASH×Leyona		A collaboration song by D-A and Leyona
42	Sky Blue Townsupittsu		Spitz’s classic songs, music that resonates with the heart
43	SquallMatsumoto Eiko		Masaharu Fukuyama’s love song, a poignant story on a rainy night
44	Lost Dog and the Beat of the RainASIAN KUNG-FU GENERATION		A song depicting a lost dog and the confusions of life
45	Red Sweet PeaMatsuda Seiko		Cheer up with Seiko Matsuda’s “Red Sweet Pea.”
46	Rain SongGReeeeN		GReeeeN’s rain song, a bittersweet love story
47	SquallFukuyama Masaharu		Masaharu Fukuyama’s “Squall,” a song that portrays a woman’s heartrending feelings.
48	cactusPorunogurafiti		A song that portrays the end of love and the hope for renewal
49	2000 tons of rainYamashita Tatsuro		A refreshing, pop-style movie theme song
50	Gentleness of the rainbird		R&B songs to spend a rainy day in style
51	A million rainsclass		Class suspends activities following Tsukui’s death; their classic song 'A Million Raindrops'
52	Summer RainKobukuro		Summer Rain by Kobukuro, a heart-wrenching love song
53	No way I’m going to cry.ikimonogakari		Ikimono-gakari's movie theme song and commercial track
54	umbrella jellyfishRemioromen		A youthful romance of rain and the karakasa jellyfish
55	An unbearably sweet seasonTomita Rabo		Tomita Lab’s mature song: heartbreak and the seasons
56	IN THE RAINXG		An R&B song of rain sounds and bittersweet heartbreak
57	cold rainBONNIE PINK		BONNIE PINK's powerful song about rain
58	On a Rainy Dayofukōsu		A melancholy song by Kazumasa Oda of Off Course
59	Noctiluca on rain-soaked streetsYonezu Kenshi		Seishun to Ame, a track from Kenshi Yonezu’s album
60	You are the rain.Ōhashi Torio		A wistful ballad by Ohashi Trio
61	Rain SonataMISIA		Music moistens the heart that wants to be beaten by the rain.
62	After the rainWANIMA		A life-affirming anthem from a band hailing from Kumamoto
63	rainbowyuzu		Beyond the rain, a rainbow of hope can be seen.
64	Over the rainflumpool		A moving song that sings of hope after the rain
65	Tokyokinoko teikoku		Rainy days, thoughts for someone I can’t meet, and Tokyo
66	cold rainMiho Karasawa		A positive song that washes away sadness
67	RainHata Motohiro		A poignant classic 'Rain' that's perfect for a rainy day
68	autumn rainsonā poketto		A lyrical piece that depicts the scene of autumn rain
69	Love’s Melody and Rainy SkiesAAA		A song by AAA that sings of early autumn romance.
70	RAINGLAY		GLAY’s debut single, the ending theme for Yamato Takeru
71	evening showerSuga Shikao		Track included in Shikao Suga’s movie theme song ‘Sweet’
72	rainbowFukuyama Masaharu		Masaharu Fukuyama’s theme song for “WATER BOYS”
73	Early summer rain&TEAM		From spring to early summer, a song of unchanging love and farewell
74	rainMs. OOJA		The late-blooming songstress, Ms.OOJA’s soul-stirring songs
75	RainySCANDAL		SCANDAL’s classic that brightens the rainy season
76	It was rainy again in Nagasaki today.Uchiyamada Hiroshi to Cool Five		A moving song depicting the rain and the town of Nagasaki
77	Rainy Day WomanMatsubara Miki		A masterpiece that depicts memories and farewells on a rainy day
78	I hope it’s sunny.DREAMS COME TRUE		I hope it’s sunny; I want to go out with someone special.
79	Don’t underestimate the rain.KIRINJI		A Kirinji song that portrays the mysteries of love
80	Unaffected by sudden showersNICO Touches the Walls		NARUTO theme songs are popular for their positive lyrics
81	Midsummer RainREBECCA		REBECCA “Midsummer Rain,” a classic that sings of summer rain
82	RAINYUI		A heartbroken Christmas song, bittersweet feelings in the rain
83	Wet in the rainZYYG, REV, ZARD&WANDS		Luxurious collaboration track “In the Rain”: poignant lyrics and a refreshing melody
84	I fell in loveaiko		Aiko’s bittersweet songs are healing masterpieces for the heart.
85	TSUNAMISazan Ōrusutāzu		A classic song that sings of a bittersweet yearning for someone from the past
86	Rainy Amusement ParkSasuke		Sasuke’s bittersweet heartbreak song at a rainy amusement park
87	sharing an umbrella (romantic)Tegomasu		A bittersweet love song duo by Tegoshi and Masuda
88	drizzleitō ginji		A beautiful phrase that describes a delicate drizzle
89	RainKōda Kumi		Kumi Koda’s heartbreaking song resonates with my heart.
90	It rains on my day off.Furusato Osamu		Disheartened by the rainy day off, along with music
91	Love Weather ForecastOku Hanako		Oku Hanako's lively song is refreshing even on rainy days.
92	RainsongYamazaki Masayoshi		Masayoshi Yamazaki's 'Rain Song' is a masterpiece for after the rain.
93	Ice RainKudō Shizuka		A quiet and moving song, perfect for a rainy day
94	Rainy MidosujiŌyō Fifi		Ouyang Fei Fei’s debut song, a poignant piece composed by The Ventures
95	Rainy dayHamasaki Ayumi		Ayumi Hamasaki’s poignant song about rain
96	By the time the rain lets upSuda Masaki		A masterpiece that blows away the gloom of rainy days
97	Straw DogsFujii Fumiya		Fumiya Fujii’s singing voice and lyrics overflowing with love
98	I can’t see because of the drizzle.Reimi		Longing for lost youth and moving forward
99	Taking shelter from the rainsadamasashi		Sada Masashi’s devotion to lyric writing and song
100	futureKobukuro		Kobukuro’s theme song for the film “orange.”
101	A Bouquet of Kisses in the RainImai Miki		Miki Imai’s classic song brightens a rainy day
102	umbrellaMrs. GREEN APPLE		A devoted desire to protect the one you love
103	umbrellaSEKAI NO OWARI		A song that portrays the pure will of an umbrella to protect someone
104	It always starts with rain.ASKA		ASKA, the classic song “Hajimari wa Itsumo Ame” (It Always Rains at the Beginning)
105	Rain followed by clear skiesMr.Children		Mr.Children songs that empathize with feelings of fatigue
106	RainingCocco		A profound song that expresses the feeling of being alive
107	cold rainEvery Little Thing		Singing about the bittersweet feelings of a heartbreak in the cold rain.
108	Rain OtoRADWIMPS		RADWIMPS’s wistful love song “Amaotoko”
109	1 hourHanbaato Hanbaato		The husband-and-wife duo Humbert Humbert, singing of rain and tears
110	Helpless RainNakajima Mika		A famous song that sings of Mika Nakashima’s heartrending feelings
111	Longing for RainYashiro Aki		Aki Yashiro’s “Ame no Bojo” (Love in the Rain), a smash hit song
112	Sillyieiri reo		Leo Ieiri's theme song for 'For N'
113	I don’t have an umbrella.Inoue Yosui		A heart that heads toward love even without an umbrella
114	The End Of The WorldMakihara Noriyuki		Mackey’s heartbreaking rainy love song
115	What kind of good things?SMAP		Timeless songs that soothe the heart on rainy days, and the warmth of everyday life we often forget
116	Early summer rainRemioromen		Remioromen’s refreshing rainy-season song
117	festivalsumika		An anthem that gives you the courage to take on new challenges
118	hydrangeakyanai		Poetically express a philanderer’s complex feelings through rain and flowers
119	Not even defeated by sudden showersNICO Touches the Walls		NICO’s classic masterpiece depicting rain and human relationships
120	Cold RainPSYCHIC FEVER		PSYCHIC FEVER’s drama theme song: music that colors emotions
121	Iris After the RainRe;IRIS		A refreshing school idol song that brightens up the rainy season
122	RainSIRUP		Rainy romance painted in mellow R&B
123	Because the rain dancesindigo la End		The stirring theme song by indigo la End
124	Umbrellananiwa danshi		Naniwa Danshi’s bittersweet rainy love song
125	When the rain fillsHiguchi Ai		A moving work whose theme song for a heartrending rain resonates with the heart.
126	I’ve been waiting impatiently.Ōishi Madoka		Singing of a woman's heartrending feelings in the rainy season
127	rainKami ga nokoshita yume o kuu.		A heart-stirring ballad that portrays the pain of heartbreak
128	rainHitsuji Bungaku		An introspective, heart-soothing song by Hitsujibungaku
129	Rainy Driverimase		A relationship swaying during a drive in the rain
130	Rain and CappuccinoYorushika		Summer rain, soothing singing voice and memories
131	The way the autumn rain falls is endearing.indigo la End		Love set to a moody, slightly suspicious-sounding accompaniment…
132	passing showerren		Ren’s song “Passing Shower,” with a delicate and profound singing voice
133	Rainy StationMatsutōya Yumi		A famous song that sings of Nishi-Tachikawa, also chosen as the station’s departure melody.
134	RAINTakehara Pisutoru		Moved by Takahashi Pistols' rain song
135	drizzleMinami Issei		The poignant feelings of Issei Minami reflected in the rain of the port town
136	Brilliant RainKing Gnu		A hopeful song by King Gnu that resonates with the heart
137	Gentle RainKoizumi Kyoko		A smash hit song that portrays Kyoko Koizumi’s earnest feelings