Showa-era songs that are popular on Instagram Reels
You can see that even in the Reiwa era, songs from the Showa period are making a comeback as revival hits, showing how music comes full circle.
So this time, I’d like to introduce some Showa-era songs that are especially popular on Instagram Reels!
Using Showa songs as BGM on Instagram can create a nostalgic vibe and make your posts look wonderful.
We’ll be showcasing a bunch of Showa-era Japanese tracks that are once again attracting attention from young people and overseas audiences, so please read through to the end!
And I’d be thrilled if you used the featured tracks in your Instagram Reels posts.
Alright, let’s get started!
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Top 10 popular Showa-era songs on Instagram Reels (1–10)
You are in full color.Ohtaki Eiichi
It’s a classic that blends nostalgia with freshness.
Showcasing Eiichi Ohtaki’s delicate musicality, this work was released in March 1981 and included on the album “A LONG VACATION.” It paints the ache of a lost love with vividly colorful expressions.
The unusual twist of lowering the key only in the chorus is also captivating.
After 40 years, a music video was produced for the first time in March 2021, and it has garnered over 6 million views.
While evoking the Showa era, the piece has a timeless appeal that resonates today.
It’s perfect for when you want to bask in nostalgia or reflect on someone dear.
Use it as BGM for your Instagram Reels, and your post will have a wonderful atmosphere.
School HeavenFingā 5
This song, a big hit in the 1970s, is a youth anthem that sings about the bittersweetness of school life.
It expresses the protagonist’s feelings as he gazes at the beautiful classmate sitting next to him during class, set to a lively melody.
Released in March 1974, it has long been loved as one of Finger 5’s signature tracks.
It was also featured in the 2001 film Waterboys, becoming a classic cherished across generations.
Using it in Instagram Reels can create a nostalgic vibe.
It’s a great pick for those who reminisce about their youth and for young people enjoying their school days.
I look up as I walkSakamoto Kyu
Showa-era classics are hugely popular on Instagram! Kyu Sakamoto’s songs are known for lyrics that capture the resolve to keep moving forward while holding back tears.
Even with loneliness in the background, they convey an attitude that never loses sight of hope, resonating with many people.
Released in 1961, this song became a massive hit not only in Japan but around the world, earning the No.
1 spot on the Billboard Hot 100 and receiving high international acclaim.
It’s recommended for those who, even in sadness, have the strength to keep going without losing faith in happiness.
Use it as Instagram BGM to create a nostalgic vibe.
Message of RougeMatsutoya Yumi
A Showa-era hit song is drawing attention again on Instagram.
The track is distinguished by a moving melody themed around love and farewell.
Released in February 1975, it stayed on the Oricon charts for 16 weeks.
In 2022, it was featured as an insert song in Makoto Shinkai’s film “Suzume,” winning the hearts of a new generation.
This work captivates with Yumi Matsutoya’s delicate vocals and deeply emotional lyrics.
It’s a song that resonates with anyone feeling the bittersweetness of love or the pain of parting, and it’s perfect for creating a nostalgic atmosphere.
Dancing HeroOginome Yōko
A signature disco-pop anthem of the 80s is gaining fresh attention on Instagram.
Centered on a nighttime dance floor, the song paints a glamorous world, with lyrics that describe dancing till dawn in sequin- and bead-studded outfits and silver shoes.
Released in November 1985, it became a major hit, entering the Oricon weekly chart’s Top 10 for the first time.
It enjoyed a resurgence in 2017, sparked by a high school dance team’s video, and has since become a beloved track across generations.
It’s perfect for those looking to evoke a nostalgic vibe or make a dazzling, eye-catching post.