Songs to listen to in autumn: Ranking of popular Japanese bands [2026]
Since it’s the season of autumn music, how about lending an ear this year to artists you don’t usually listen to?
We’ve selected songs from Japanese bands that are perfect for fall, so you’re sure to find one or two that strike a chord.
Let’s make it a season full of diverse interests!
Playlist
| Songs to listen to in autumn: Ranking of popular Japanese bands [2026] | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| show_chart | Title | Playlist | Review |
| 1 | red-yellow fragrant olive (Osmanthus fragrans)Fujifaburikku | play_arrow | A song of memories and emotions swaying in the scent of autumn |
| 2 | Maplesupittsu | play_arrow | Embrace the memories and move forward |
| 3 | Ms. SeptemberRADWIMPS | play_arrow | RADWIMPS' poignant autumn masterpiece that evokes memories |
| 4 | Starlight ParadeSEKAI NO OWARI | play_arrow | Early masterpiece by SEKAI NO OWARI, with a fantastical worldview |
| 5 | Promise in Madder Redikimonogakari | play_arrow | A classic autumn song that sings of feelings about limited time |
| 6 | Hello, Again ~A Place That’s Been There Since Long AgoMy Little Lover | play_arrow | An iconic song of the 90s, autumn nostalgia |
| 7 | gentianWANIMA | play_arrow | WANIMA’s powerful anthem of youth, born in Kumamoto |
| 8 | The Autumn SongELLEGARDEN | play_arrow | A masterpiece that expresses the loneliness of autumn through rock |
| 9 | Moonlight FlowerJanne Da Arc | play_arrow | Autumn classic, the bittersweet feelings of a broken heart |
| 10 | Have you seen the crimson-red sky?BUMP OF CHICKEN | play_arrow | A poignant song born from the sunset, resonating in the heart |
| 11 | KoiAndrop | play_arrow | androp’s movie theme song, a pure love song |
| 12 | Night of Osmanthuskinoko teikoku | play_arrow | Autumn night, the timbre of fleeting memories |
| 13 | Crimson-colored sunsetFujifaburikku | play_arrow | Autumn sunset and nostalgic music |
| 14 | astronomical observationBUMP OF CHICKEN | play_arrow | Stargazing: The allure of a timeless song that resonates with the heart |
| 15 | A Colorful WorldJUDY AND MARY | play_arrow | An autumn song by JUDY AND MARY, a famous band from the '90s. |
| 16 | Happy Endingback number | play_arrow | A season when bittersweet love songs resonate with the heart |
| 17 | Tomorrow never knowsMr.Children | play_arrow | A classic that captures the emotions of youth, with lyrics and melodies that resonate with the heart. |
| 18 | SeptemberSakanakushon | play_arrow | A melancholic band sound and electro... |
| 19 | sasanqua (Camellia sasanqua)SEKAI NO OWARI | play_arrow | A passionate cheer for those who face adversity |
| 20 | balladKetsumeishi | play_arrow | A ballad that portrays the poignant feelings of an unrequited love. |
| 21 | Tsubasaandāgurafu | play_arrow | An autumn rock ... that portrays youthful romance, dreams, and hopes |
| 22 | red-orangeACIDMAN | play_arrow | ACIDMAN’s famous song, a sense of floating and a late-autumn scene |
| 23 | BELOVEDGLAY | play_arrow | GLAY’s “BELOVED” is a classic song that’s perfect for autumn. |
| 24 | Swallowtail Butterfly ~Love Song~YEN TOWN BAND | play_arrow | A melancholic classic: the world of Chara |
| 25 | Setting SunYorushika | play_arrow | Yorushika’s new song that captures the feeling of autumn in the air |
| 26 | Song of the Eternal NightKami wa saikoro o furanai | play_arrow | God does not play dice, and feelings for someone important |
| 27 | Sumire September LoveSHAZNA | play_arrow | SHAZNA: The Bittersweet Feelings of Love in September |
| 28 | Serene and sweet autumn evening lyricismUNISON SQUARE GARDEN | play_arrow | A masterpiece that turned an autumn sunset into sound |
| 29 | Night journeyYorushika | play_arrow | Music that quietly resonates on a long autumn night |
| 30 | Autumn nightFOMARE | play_arrow | A bittersweet melodic punk that echoes on an autumn night |
| 31 | HoneymoonSEKAI NO OWARI | play_arrow | A delicate, wistful song depicting the moon and the passage of time |
| 32 | Moonlit Horizon[Alexandros] | play_arrow | The feelings of a young person swaying under the autumn night sky |
| 33 | A man’s heart is as changeable as autumn weather.Gōruden Bonbā | play_arrow | A poignant autumn song, a tune that touches the heart |
| 34 | All of the YouthFujifaburikku | play_arrow | A moving classic that depicts the end of summer |
| 35 | The night of the school festivalBase Ball Bear | play_arrow | Bebobe’s 18th single, with a school-themed music video that’s striking. |
| 36 | language of flowersMr.Children | play_arrow | A masterpiece by Mr.Children that portrays the pain of heartbreak and personal growth |
| 37 | Ya Ya (I Won’t Forget That Time)Sazan Ōrusutāzu | play_arrow | A heartwarming song of youth overflowing with nostalgia |
| 38 | Howl at the MoonYorushika | play_arrow | A deep Yorushika song that's perfect for autumn |
| 39 | moonbowBUMP OF CHICKEN | play_arrow | A journey of the heart gazing at the light of hope |
| 40 | Monochrome of the Autumn WindFIELD OF VIEW | play_arrow | A plaintive autumn song of lost love |
| 41 | MPRINCESS PRINCESS | play_arrow | Bittersweet breakup songs heal the hearts of adults. |
| 42 | The Koshu Highway is already in autumn.RC sakuseshon | play_arrow | A classic song by RC Succession about the Kōshū Highway in autumn |
| 43 | late autumnThe Back Horn | play_arrow | An emotive masterpiece depicting the scenery of late autumn |
| 44 | late autumngagaga supi | play_arrow | A punk classic that portrays the poignant heartbreak of autumn |
| 45 | It’ll get stained.Chatto Monchī | play_arrow | A poignant Chatmon song echoing on an autumn night |
| 46 | AutumnYabai T-shatsu Yasan | play_arrow | A song by Yabai T-Shirts Yasan that humorously sings about autumn |
| 47 | catDISH// | play_arrow | A masterpiece: Aimyon's 'Marigold' |
| 48 | I wonder if I’d still say it’s too late.Saucy Dog | play_arrow | A moving song that conveys the pain of heartbreak and a faint, budding love |
| 49 | Tokyo Sunsetback number | play_arrow | A timeless song that heals loneliness on an autumn evening |
| 50 | The way the autumn rain falls is endearing.indigo la End | play_arrow | Love set to a moody, slightly suspicious-sounding accompaniment… |
| 51 | A Ticket Given by AutumnMr.Children | play_arrow | Mr.Children’s autumn masterpiece, a heartwarming song |
| 52 | autumn rainSonar Pocket | play_arrow | Autumn rain is a poignant heartbreak ballad. |
| 53 | OctoberTHE BOOM | play_arrow | Focus on the sentimental classic 'October' |
| 54 | Fall feels emoKyūso Nekokami | play_arrow | Kyuso Nekokami’s poignant autumn classic |
| 55 | Crescent Moon SunsetSakanakushon | play_arrow | Impressive songs by Sakanaction |
| 56 | moon bathingYorushika | play_arrow | The quiet and mysterious world of Yorushika |
| 57 | Tokyo autumn foliageyakozen | play_arrow | The melancholic autumn song by Yakozen resonates deeply with the heart. |
| 58 | Falling AutumnACIDMAN | play_arrow | ACIDMAN's music expresses silence and passion |
| 59 | silhouetteKANA-BOON | play_arrow | Memorable songs from the anime Naruto |
| 60 | DearMrs. GREEN APPLE | play_arrow | A moving theme song that sings of love for someone special |
| 61 | lilacMrs. GREEN APPLE | play_arrow | A heartwarming rock tune of youth that gives you courage |
| 62 | Song of PointillismMrs. GREEN APPLE | play_arrow | A poignant love in limited time |
| 63 | Same BlueOfisharu Higedan Dism | play_arrow | An emotional track that portrays the conflicts and hopes of youth |
| 64 | NonfictionSaucy Dog | play_arrow | A cry from the heart wavering between ideals and reality |
| 65 | SeptemberAndrop | play_arrow | Singing about the nostalgic romance of youth |
| 66 | Festival preparationsgagaga supi | play_arrow | A youthful rock ballad about falling in love at the school festival |
| 67 | Summer MemoriesKetsumeishi | play_arrow | Memories of summer, a heart swaying in the autumn breeze |
| 68 | October’s (2025 mix)Harukamirai | play_arrow | A coming-of-age song that portrays anxiety about the future |
| 69 | Liar MoonYorushika | play_arrow | Yorushika’s delicate ballad, stirring the heart |
| 70 | Beyond a thousand nightsAqua Timez | play_arrow | Anime theme song, a pure-love rock ballad |
| 71 | Islanders’ TreasureBEGIN | play_arrow | Summer songs feel pleasant even in autumn. |
| 72 | AnswerBUMP OF CHICKEN | play_arrow | The theme song of March Comes in Like a Lion, a refreshing tune |
| 73 | Song of the WheelsBUMP OF CHICKEN | play_arrow | A bittersweet morning of parting, the sound of a mandolin |
| 74 | threadBank Band | play_arrow | Ito (Thread), a moving song presented by Bank Band |
| 75 | OtonokeCreepy Nuts | play_arrow | The mysterious power of music that possesses the heart |
| 76 | It’s a small worldKing Gnu | play_arrow | Introduction to King Gnu’s early-autumn songs |
| 77 | SPECIALZKing Gnu | play_arrow | King Gnu's dark, fervent anthem from Jujutsu Kaisen |
| 78 | walnutMr.Children | play_arrow | An autumn song depicting encounters and farewells in life |
| 79 | Shadows of SummerMrs. GREEN APPLE | play_arrow | A poignant song depicting the end of summer |
| 80 | Even if we get married somedayMy Hair is Bad | play_arrow | A heartrending love song that resonates with the heart, My Hair is Bad |
| 81 | PretenderOfisharu Higedan Dism | play_arrow | A timeless, soul-stirring masterpiece that portrays the pain of heartbreak |
| 82 | Suzume feat. ToakaRADWIMPS | play_arrow | The theme song of Makoto Shinkai’s film “Suzume” |
| 83 | Kanata HarukaRADWIMPS | play_arrow | The winter season for quietly deepening love |
| 84 | SparkleRADWIMPS | play_arrow | From summer to autumn, the preciousness of the shimmering days |
| 85 | RAGE OF DUSTSPYAIR | play_arrow | SPYAIR’s fiery rock theme song for Gundam |
| 86 | EnchantedSaucy Dog | play_arrow | Depicting the anxieties of a long-distance relationship and its small moments of happiness |
| 87 | Starrrrrrr[Alexandros] | play_arrow | A journey of the heart seeking light, a song of hope |
| 88 | horizonback number | play_arrow | A poignant song for rebirth that resonates with the heart |
| 89 | bouquetback number | play_arrow | The best music that sings of the bittersweet emotions of youth |
| 90 | Tulipindigo la End | play_arrow | A song that expresses the pain of heartbreak through the language of flowers |
| 91 | Loverssumika | play_arrow | A heartwarming song that portrays the love and trust between two people |
| 92 | mutual feelingsthe shes gone | play_arrow | A breakup-support song by the shes gone |
| 93 | YELLikimonogakari | play_arrow | A poignant autumn song that resonates with the heart, a track of hope |
| 94 | It’s because I listened to Bach’s melody at night.Sakanakushon | play_arrow | Incorporating elements of alternative rock and electronica… |
| 95 | single bedSha ran Q | play_arrow | Sharan Q’s classic: a bittersweet autumn heartbreak song |
| 96 | Nagisasupittsu | play_arrow | A poignant Spitz classic to listen to at the end of summer |
| 97 | Japanese rice is the best in the world.Uchikubi Gokumon Doukoukai | play_arrow | An eccentric band that sings Japan’s number-one rice song |
| 98 | Mela!Ryokushokushakai | play_arrow | The courage to forge your own path |
| 99 | more than wordsHitsuji Bungaku | play_arrow | Hitsujibungaku’s moving song becomes a big hit as an anime ending theme |
| 100 | When it shinesHitsuji Bungaku | play_arrow | The OP song from the anime “The Heike Story,” with powerful lyrics |


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