Popular Autumn Songs Ranking [2026]
When we think of seasonal songs, summer and winter often come to mind, but in fact, there are surprisingly many autumn-themed tracks—and many of them are true classics.
This time, we’re bringing you a popularity ranking of autumn songs.
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Popular Autumn Song Rankings [2026] (91–100)
cosmos (flower)sadamasashi92rank/position
A classic by Masashi Sada that begins with the image of delicate pale-pink blossoms swaying in the autumn sunlight.
Its lyrical portrayal of the bond between mother and daughter gently warms the hearts of listeners.
Included on the album “Watashihanashū,” released in March 1978, the song has since been covered by many artists and continues to be loved across generations.
Performed three times on NHK’s Kōhaku Uta Gassen, it has become deeply rooted in the Japanese music scene.
When facing a farewell with someone dear or the start of a new chapter in life, why not listen to this song and let it be a companion to your heart?
A man’s heart is as changeable as autumn weather.Gōruden Bonbā93rank/position
When it comes to a wistful autumn song that overturns the image of a visual-kei air band, this might be the one.
Cleverly riffing on the phrase “a woman’s heart and autumn sky,” it portrays the delicate, ever-shifting emotions of a man.
Its somewhat nostalgic kayōkyoku-style melody further accentuates the peculiar melancholy of autumn.
This soul-stirring track is included on the album “Golden Hour: Best of the Second Half of 2010,” released in January 2011.
The album garnered strong support, debuting at No.
3 on the Oricon weekly chart.
It’s perfect for long autumn nights when you’re troubled by love or feeling sentimental.
Why not listen to it while watching the changeable skies and reflecting on your own feelings?
All of the YouthFujifaburikku94rank/position
Released in November 2007 as a lead single from the album TEENAGER, their tenth single is an enduring classic that portrays the melancholy at summer’s end and has been covered by many artists.
It was also used as an insert song for the drama SUMMER NUDE, wasn’t it? The loneliness at the moment the final firework fades, the unease about change, and those feelings that can’t be put into words—don’t they tighten the listener’s chest? When you listen to this song alongside the clear autumn night sky or a sunset scene, memories of days gone by come flooding back, and you can’t help but sink into a sentimental mood.
Howl at the MoonYorushika95rank/position
If you’re looking for a song that’s perfect for the autumn season, I recommend this track by Yorushika.
The lyrics are striking, expressing the feelings of a protagonist burdened by loneliness and inner conflict through the metaphor of a creature howling at the moon.
It’s a song characterized by deep literary nuance and an emotional melody.
Released as a digital single on October 6, 2021, it drew attention even before its release, with an advance broadcast in Lawson stores nationwide in August 2021.
It’s perfect for spending long autumn nights after a school festival or sports day, listening with friends or a significant other.
Why not tune in to the heartfelt vocals, feeling both the difficulty of expressing emotions and the desire for self-fulfillment?
MissingKubota Toshinobu96rank/position
This is a gem of a ballad by Toshinobu Kubota, known for his uniquely groovy style, perfect for an autumn night.
It poignantly conveys, with a soulful voice, the helpless love between a man and a woman who care deeply for each other yet can never be together.
The struggle of wanting to forget but being unable to, and the regret of wishing they had met earlier, really hits home.
The song was included on his debut album, “SHAKE IT PARADISE,” released in September 1986, and was used as an ending theme for shows like World Pro Wrestling.
Though it wasn’t released as a single, it remains one of his most beloved signature songs.
It feels like a gentle companion to the quiet loneliness that follows the bustle of summer.
My loverGorin Mayumi97rank/position
One of Mayumi Itsuwa’s signature songs, she is often called the “Japanese Carole King.” This classic depicts the feelings of someone who has experienced heartbreak.
Since its release in August 1980, it has sold over a million copies and was performed at the 31st NHK Kōhaku Uta Gassen that same year.
It has continued to be loved over the years, covered by many artists such as Hibari Misora and Akira Fuse.
Listen closely, and you’ll feel the sting of heartbreak and the lingering attachment seep into your soul.
First LoveUtada Hikaru98rank/position
“First Love” is Hikaru Utada’s third single, released in 1999.
It was chosen as the theme song for the TBS drama “Majo no Joken” (Forbidden Love), and when combining sales of the 8 cm and 12 cm versions, it reached No.
1 on the Oricon Singles Chart.
The album “First Love,” which includes this track, was also a global hit, selling nearly 10 million copies worldwide.
It’s a classic ballad that beautifully captures the bittersweet memories of a first love that everyone experiences, making it a perfect song for a wistful autumn night.
