Saturday songs. Masterpieces and popular tracks of Japanese music.

A Vocaloid producer who is also a music writerAraki Jakkan
I’ve worked in a variety of roles—regardless of pro or amateur settings—including live event PA, cameraman for video and photography, restaurant staff, and logistics center staff. I now spend my days as a part-time writer. I’ve contributed to music and manga websites with feature/review articles, and wrote the liner notes included as a bonus for 1st PLACE Inc.’s “IA SUPER BEST.” As for my music background, I started playing guitar in junior high and focused on band activities during my school years. For over 15 years since then, up to the present, I’ve continued releasing original tracks as a Vocaloid producer. My areas of expertise are Japanese rock, Vocaloid, and manga.

Doesn’t Saturday feel kind of special?

I was thinking about it, and maybe it’s because many of us went to school.

Once you’re working, Saturdays aren’t always days off depending on your job, but for students, weekends are the best two days to really spread your wings!

Maybe that feeling just sticks with you.

This time, I’ve put together a list of Japanese songs themed around “Saturday.”

I hope you find a track that matches your mood!

Saturday songs: Japanese classics and popular tracks (41–50)

Falling in LoveKobayashi Akiko

Falling in Love feat. Akiko Kobayashi (Cover by GILLE)

Falling in LoveKobayashi Akiko

It’s the theme song from the drama “Friday Wives,” a classic Showa-era hit that is still covered by many artists today.

Often described as a song about an affair, it poignantly conveys the loneliness of not being able to meet on weekends and the woman’s wavering feelings in those few seconds while dialing a rotary phone.

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In conclusion

There might have been some unexpected works by musicians that make you think, “Wait, this person?” And I feel like there were a lot of tracks that give off a ‘weekend’ vibe. If the song that came to your mind isn’t on this playlist, please let us know via the inquiry form. I’d love to add it as we go!