[Ages 60s] Popular Japanese Music / J-POP Rankings [By Generation]
We’re excited to present the latest Top 100 rankings of Japanese music and J-POP for the 60s generation, all in one go, ordered by the highest number of plays!
Music’s true charm is how it brings back memories—songs you used to listen to or tracks that were once all the rage can instantly transport you back, connecting with your own experiences.
Why not take a moment to immerse yourself in the music—and in yourself?
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[60s] Popular Japanese Music / J-POP Rankings [By Generation] (61–70)
Let yourself go with the flow of timeTeresa Ten64rank/position
A signature song by Teresa Teng, known as the diva of Asia, this timeless classic continues to resonate in the hearts of many.
Its passionate lyrics centered on love blend beautifully with Teresa Teng’s clear, crystalline voice.
Released in 1986, the song became a massive hit not only in Japan but across Asia.
It has been featured in numerous films and TV dramas and covered by a wide range of artists.
Expressing the wavering emotions of love, this song is perfect for moments when you want to think of someone special or when you are troubled by matters of the heart.
Why not surrender yourself to Teresa Teng’s voice and take a moment to face your own feelings?
The season the sun gave usaoi sankakujougi65rank/position
The debut single released by Aoi Sankaku Jōgi in February 1972 became a massive hit, selling over 800,000 copies, and it also won the New Artist Award at the Japan Record Awards.
The lyrics, which depict the feelings of youth and the radiance of adolescence, delicately express sentiments toward what has been lost and the heart that keeps waiting.
Yet the words “From today, you’re one of us too” evoke a sense of hope.
The song also drew attention as the theme for the drama “Tobidase! Seishun” (Leap Out! Youth).
When you want to face forward and step ahead with your friends, listening to this song will surely give you a gentle push.
It will bring back the refreshing memories of your youthful days.
If we ever meet in the city somedayNakamura Masatoshi66rank/position
It’s a gently written, heart-touching classic about memories of a past lover and the wish to meet again.
From parting in the city of memories, to love and resentment, and even the moment when dreams were shattered, it weaves together every moment the two spent together.
Masatoshi Nakamura’s warm vocals blend beautifully with the soothing melody crafted by Takuro Yoshida, resulting in a song that evokes both nostalgia and bittersweet longing.
Released in May 1975, it was used as an insert song in the drama “Oretachi no Kunshō” and reached No.
6 on the Oricon charts.
Many artists, including Naoko Ken and Masayuki Suzuki, have covered it.
It’s a song you’ll want to listen to if you’ve experienced parting from someone dear, or when you’re in the mood to reminisce about the past.
Kiyoshi’s Zundoko SongHikawa Kiyoshi67rank/position
A heartwarming, approachable song that makes the most of rhythms found in folk songs and enka.
This masterpiece fully showcases Kiyoshi Hikawa’s charm, beautifully expressing the bittersweetness of love, masculine strength, and longing for one’s hometown.
With his natural vocal talent and refreshing appeal, Hikawa presents a uniquely modern take on the traditional enka worldview.
It was released by Nippon Columbia in February 2002.
The song won the Gold Prize at the 44th Japan Record Awards and is known as one of Hikawa’s signature tracks.
With its relaxed tempo and narrow melodic range, it’s a piece you can sing with a calm mindset.
During the chorus, it’s also nice to have listeners add call-and-response interjections!
My Dear EllieSazan Ōrusutāzu68rank/position
A gem of a love ballad that depicts the bittersweet longing to start over, intertwined with deep love for a partner and regret over having hurt them in the past.
Warm in tone, it opened up a new frontier for Southern All Stars.
Released as a single in March 1979, it reached No.
2 on the Oricon Weekly Chart.
It is also known as the theme song for the drama “Fuzoroi no Ringo-tachi” (Uneven Apples).
In 1989, Ray Charles covered it in English as “Ellie My Love,” further elevating its international acclaim.
A timeless masterpiece that resonates in the heart when reflecting on a cherished relationship, it continues to be loved across generations.
My good friendKamayatsu Hiroshi69rank/position
As a member of The Spiders, Hiroshi Kamayatsu helped ignite Japan’s Group Sounds boom.
After going solo, he continued to produce many classic songs with refined musical sensibilities.
Among his works, the one I especially recommend to men in their 60s for its ease of singing is “Waga Yoki Tomo yo” (“My Good Friend”).
Though the melody has a cool, mature tone, the vocal line is surprisingly light and comes together with an unexpectedly simple feel.
The range is narrow and there are no sections that require belting, so it should be easy for anyone to sing.
Crimson SunMisora Hibari70rank/position
This is a classic song that portrays a burning, passionate love like the sun.
Released in May 1967, it became so popular that many artists later covered it.
With Hibari Misora’s powerful vocals, it beautifully depicts a love story set on a summer seaside.
Many listeners are sure to recall seaside dates or conversations while watching the sunset.
Be sure to revisit the charm of this timeless masterpiece.