A roundup of winter hit songs released in the Reiwa era
With the start of the Reiwa era on May 1, 2019, a new chapter has begun.
Singers popular especially among younger generations have been producing hit songs, and many tracks themed around “winter” have been created.
In this article, we’ve picked out ballads and pop songs that are perfect for the cold winter season.
You’ll find songs filled with warm words for loved ones, as well as winter tunes that evoke snowy landscapes.
Be sure to check out these winter songs by artists active in the Reiwa-era Japanese music scene.
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Roundup of Winter Hit Songs Released in the Reiwa Era (31–40)
SweetieME:I
A winter song that portrays the warm, sweet moments of a couple spending their first winter together.
Released as a digital single on December 2, 2024, the track features a sparkling arrangement and gentle vocals.
The lyrics reminisce about days spent with a loved one, emphasizing that the small moments of everyday life shared together are miracles and gifts.
It’s the perfect song for those who want to savor the feeling of the season or cherish time with someone special.
White LoveiScream
iScream is a group formed from members selected through LDH JAPAN’s auditions, the company behind music groups like EXILE.
Among their songs, the one themed around snow is “White Love.” It portrays the romance of two people in love, with the beautiful flurry of powdery snow enhancing their winter love story.
The R&B-style rhythm and the group’s rich choral work convey the feelings one has for someone special.
It’s a winter love song filled with a message that is both heartrending and heartwarming.
Why not listen to this ballad, where a landscape of white snow unfolds before your eyes?
Blue MoonNiziU
This song features a beautiful melody that sinks into the heart, shining like a full moon in the winter night sky.
NiziU’s crystal-clear vocals seem to kindle a warm light in the cold season.
Released in December 2022, it marked their first winter ballad.
The lyrics express feelings for a cherished person far away and the importance of the time spent together.
Their heartfelt delivery is sure to resonate with listeners.
It’s a gentle winter love song, perfect for a quiet, snowy night.
pure whiteyama
A song by yama that poignantly sings of having someone you can’t forget.
Released in October 2020, it was chosen as the theme song for ABEMA’s “Koi no Drama na Koi ga Shitai ~Kiss On The Bed~.” The lyrics, which depict pure white roses, evoke fragile yet beautiful memories of love.
While the synth sound conveys a wintry chill, yama’s androgynous, husky vocals add warmth.
This work became her major-label debut single and is an important track.
It’s recommended for those who can relate to lyrics that capture the strength to face forward while carrying the pain of heartbreak.
Holy Lightimase
Singer-songwriter imase, who made his major-label debut after gaining traction on TikTok and has drawn attention both in Japan and abroad.
This track, included on his November 2022 EP “POP CUBE,” was written as the Christmas campaign song for Shibuya Scramble Square and marks his first-ever Christmas song.
The lyrics intertwine the sparkle of urban illuminations with the excitement of Christmas Eve, expressing the preciousness of time spent with loved ones while picturing a glittering cityscape.
With bell tones and synth textures weaving a holiday mood, and a catchy melody that resonates pleasantly, it’s an urban-style Christmas pop tune.
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Merry ChristmasTani Yuuki
This song depicts a wintry love, where fluttering excitement and bittersweet longing intertwine.
It’s a December 2024 piece by Tani Yuuki that skillfully captures the protagonist’s wavering emotions amid the festive Christmas atmosphere.
The beautiful piano sound, the light, buoyant melody, and Tani Yuuki’s layered vocals leave a strong impression.
The lyrics convey raw feelings—like the frustration of not being able to confess to someone you love and the loneliness that comes from seeing happiness all around you.
If you’re struggling with matters of the heart, give it a listen.
GIFTICEx
A pop love song that delivers a heartwarming gift on Christmas night.
It’s ICEx’s fourth single, released digitally on December 25, 2024.
The gentle soundscape evokes images of snowy scenery and holiday lights.
The lyrics express gratitude to a loved one and a desire to keep spending time together, leaving listeners with a cozy, contented feeling.
If you listen to it with your partner, you might just fall even more in love.