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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.

Compilation of Winter Hit Songs Released in the Reiwa Era (51–60)

Shooting starWANDS

Detective Conan New Creditless Ending | WANDS “Shooting star” “DETECTIVE CONAN” New Ending Movie (2025)
Shooting starWANDS

WANDS’s new song is a track that evokes a sparkle like a shooting star.

The lyrics, as if making a wish upon the night sky, really resonate.

I hear it’s been used as the ending theme for Detective Conan since January 2025, and it seems like a great match for the anime’s world.

This is the kind of song that might be perfect to listen to while gazing at the stars.

How about looking up at the sky with someone special and picturing the wishes in your heart? It’s sure to become a wonderful memory.

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By your sideyayuyo

Formed in a high school light music club, Yayuyo is an all-girl band whose 1990s J-pop-inspired sound has been attracting attention from a wide range of listeners.

Their single “Kimi no Tonari,” released digitally on November 27, 2020, features an ensemble with delicate guitar tones that feels somehow nostalgic.

The lyrics, depicting a sentimental romance, seem to resonate with the chilly winter air and may leave your chest aching.

With its relaxed shuffle beat and airy choral work, it’s a comforting track that colors the winter season.

Hoshino Takashi
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Christmas WishHirai Dai

Dai Hirai / Christmas Wish (Lyric Video)
Christmas WishHirai Dai

The feelings for a loved one, expressed through a warm voice and melody, truly touch the heart.

Released by Dai Hirai in December 2024, this song is perfect for a special Christmas night.

It vividly portrays the sound of bells echoing through the city, couples walking the streets, and the loneliness of spending the night alone.

But it’s not merely a sad song—by the end, it gives you the strength to look forward with a positive spirit.

This piece might just save your heart.

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White KissSuzuki Suzuki

White Kiss – Suzuki Suzuki [Official Music Video]
White KissSuzuki Suzuki

A heartrending love story unfolds in a winter city where snow dances in the air.

The longing to reunite with a precious person resonates in the heart alongside a beautiful melody.

Released in November 2021, this song sparked buzz mainly on social media and warmed the hearts of many listeners.

The protagonist’s feelings, waiting beneath a Christmas tree, are expressed through a gentle singing voice.

A perfect track for those waiting for someone special on a cold night with white breaths in the air.

Why not surrender yourself to the winter love song spun by Suzuki Suzuki?

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In conclusion

Songs that color the winters of the Reiwa era deliver a warmth that resonates all the more in the cold season.

New winter songs have been emerging one after another lately, and quite a few are becoming new standards as Reiwa-era winter tunes.

You’re sure to find a song that gently accompanies your winter this year.