A roundup of winter hit songs released in the Reiwa era

Snow GhostNEW!flumpool

flumpool “Snow Ghost” Music Video

Set against the streets of Tokyo where snow drifts through the air, this work portrays feelings for a cherished person who can no longer be reached.

It’s a winter song released by the four-piece rock band flumpool in December 2025.

An episode that became a hot topic among fans recounts how vocalist Ryuta Yamamura began devising the concept in midsummer and completed it while sharing the production process on social media.

Arranged by TommyYoh, the sound fuses a powerful band ensemble with delicate melodies, evoking a palpable warmth amid the winter chill.

The music video features Mao Ioki of Nogizaka46, adding color to the song’s dreamlike atmosphere.

How about listening on a frigid night, quietly facing your precious memories of the past?

crystallizationNEW!Nakajima Kento

crystallization

Kento Nakajima, who not only stars in numerous TV dramas and films as an actor but also works energetically as a solo artist, released this track “Kesshō” in January 2026.

It was selected as the official TEAM JAPAN cheer song for the Milano Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics and is included on his album “IDOL1ST.” At a send-off event in January 2026, he explained that the title carries three meanings: aiming for victory in the finals, the crystal formed by hard work, and more.

With an uplifting dance beat layered with his powerful vocals, this song stirs the listener’s heart.

It will surely support athletes challenging the stage of their dreams and anyone striving toward their goals.

Lend an ear to this passionate cheer.

Cold NightNEW!HANA

HANA / Cold Night -Music Video-

Born from the audition show “No No Girls” and produced by Chanmina, HANA is a girls’ group.

Among their songs, the one that evokes winter’s chill and an inner fire is “Cold Night.” It affirms the tears and pain shed where no one can see, and sings of a firm resolve to push through the cold night toward their dreams.

Set to a transparent, crystalline sound, each member’s powerful vocals resonate in this emotional anthem of encouragement.

Released as a single in January 2026, it was chosen as the opening theme for the second season of the TV anime “Medalist.” On nights when you feel freezing cold or lonely, give this song a listen—it will give you the courage to take your next step.

X’mas wreath feat. asmi ,A NatsumeNEW!Taro Ishida

X’mas Wreath feat. asmi, A Natsume – Taro Ishida (Official Music Video)

This is a winter song produced under his own name for the first time by producer Taro Ishida, who is also known for providing songs to numerous artists.

Featuring singer-songwriter asmi and rapper A Natsume, the single was released in November 2021.

The mellow track, where each artist’s individuality intersects, evokes the warmth of everyday happiness—like hanging a Christmas wreath.

Notably, it has become a seasonal staple, even airing as in-store BGM at supermarkets across Japan in December 2024.

The harmony woven by asmi’s cute vocals and A Natsume’s rap makes this a Reiwa-era Christmas song recommended not only as party BGM but also for anyone wanting a heartwarming moment on a cold winter’s night.

Santa Girl feat. nishinaNEW!WurtS

WurtS – Santa Girl feat. nishina (Music Video)

A number that captures the uniquely sparkling atmosphere of the Christmas season and a somewhat nostalgic melody that tugs at the heart.

This collaboration between WurtS and singer-songwriter Nishina vividly paints bittersweet winter scenes through a male–female back-and-forth.

It’s the closing track of their first album, “Once Upon a Revival,” released in December 2021, and its music video—consciously styled after 1990s trendy dramas—garnered major attention.

Don’t miss the fact that the album itself won the Grand Prize at the 14th CD Shop Awards 2022.

With a sound that traverses diverse genres like hip-hop and rock, it’s perfect for coloring winter in the Reiwa era.

Highly recommended as BGM for a holiday season spent with someone special, or for a drive through city streets glittering with illuminations!

JingleNEW!Yuuma

Yuma “Jingle” Official Music Video

Yuma, a member of the YouTuber group Com.Dotto who is also gaining attention for his solo work, released this track in November 2023, featuring sounds that evoke winter cityscapes and the jingle of bells.

The lyrics, which portray the feelings of unrequited love—harboring affection yet unable to take a step forward—resonate with a heart swaying beneath the cold sky and are sure to tug at your chest.

With unadorned, true-to-life words and a vocal delivery that feels like a gentle conversation, it’s a mid-tempo number that stays close to the listener’s heart.

The song is also included on his first album, “Try & Error,” released in November 2024, and is embraced as a love song that colors the season.

On nights when you want to confess your feelings to someone special but can’t find the courage, lend an ear to this melody that brings warmth.

4 SEASONSXG

XG – 4 SEASONS (Official Music Video)

A work whose gentle acoustic sound resonates in the heart, as if melting into the clear winter air.

Created by the globally active XG, this track was released digitally in December 2025 as a lead single from their first full album, “THE CORE,” set for release in January 2026.

It’s a ballad sung by CHISA, HINATA, and JURIA, with lyrics that layer unspoken emotions onto the shifting of the seasons—both bittersweet and warm.

Their delicate vocals bring a soothing comfort that spreads slowly, like warmth seeping into a chilled body.