[J-Pop] Autumn Songs Recommended for Elementary School Students! Classic Seasonal Tunes

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[75th NHK Kouhaku Uta Gassen Performance Song] Odoriko / Vaundy: Music Video

A digital-only single released in November 2021 by Vaundy, an artist drawing attention for his exceptional vocal ability and distinctive worldview.

Using a fluttering dancer as a motif, this poignant song overlays a tale of heartbreak and rebirth.

The phrase said to symbolize a repeatedly ringing phone is particularly striking.

The simple yet unique sound of the words, which shapes the song’s atmosphere, is catchy and may feel approachable—even singable—for elementary school children.

This work captured the hearts of many listeners, becoming his fastest track to surpass 100 million total streams.

Taisho RomanticismYOASOBI

YOASOBI “Taisho Romance” Official Music Video

This song tells a timeless love story that even elementary school students are sure to find appealing.

Set in both the Taisho era and the present day, it unfolds a love story through mysterious letters.

It features YOASOBI’s signature beautiful melodies and lyrics that resonate with the heart.

Released in September 2021, it became a hit with over 100 million streams.

It’s best enjoyed sitting by the window at dusk in autumn—you’ll feel as if you’ve become the story’s protagonist.

Mahoroba Asterisk≠ME

≠ME (Not Equal Me) / 2nd Single “Mahoroba Asterisk” [MV full]

Unspoken true feelings… It’s a slightly bittersweet yet straightforward unrequited love song.

It’s a track by the idol group ≠ME, also known for being produced by Rino Sashihara, released as their second single in 2021.

First, the fast-paced sound arrangement immediately captures your heart.

The lyrics portray the inner feelings of a protagonist who can’t confess to the person they like, but there’s absolutely no negative vibe.

On the contrary, it conveys a desire to cherish this love, which makes you want to root for them.

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Spitz / Kaede

A masterpiece that shines with delicate emotion and beautiful phrasing, this is Spitz’s 19th single, released in July 1998.

Included on the album “Fake Fur,” it captured many hearts as a love song about lost love and growth after parting.

Using the maple leaf—symbolizing life’s transience—as its motif, the lyrics weave together a bittersweet longing and a resolve to live true to oneself.

Through themes like the Detective Conan films and platforms like TikTok, Spitz has also become beloved by younger generations.

As one of their songs that evokes the feeling of autumn, it’s sure to resonate with elementary school children as well.

Give it a listen at autumn dusk, while thinking of someone dear.

Its heartfelt lyrics and melody will gently wrap your heart in warmth.

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Remioromen – Blue World

Remioromen’s “Ao no Sekai” stirs up that urge to set off on an adventure when autumn arrives and the weather turns pleasantly cool.

Released in 2005, it was later included on “Autumn ~Kachofugetsu~,” the autumn volume of the rental-only album series “Spring, Summer, Autumn, Winter,” produced in 2010 to celebrate the band’s 10th anniversary.

The lyrics vividly evoke nature’s shift from summer to autumn, and the melody makes your heart skip with excitement at the changing scene.

How about heading out with this song as your companion to discover new facets of autumn you couldn’t see in summer—together with friends or family?

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C.O.S.M.O.S. ~Cosmos (Autumn Cherry Blossoms)~Sandaime Jē Sōru Burazāzu fromu Eguzairu Toraibu

Sandaime J SOUL BROTHERS from EXILE TRIBE / “C.O.S.M.O.S. ~Autumn Cherry Blossoms~” Music Video

The bittersweet ballad “C.O.S.M.O.S.

~Akizakura~,” inspired by the autumn flower cosmos.

Released in 2014 by Sandaime J Soul Brothers from EXILE TRIBE, this song is the third installment in their four-season series, with tracks tailored to each season.

This mature number portrays a forbidden love, made all the more poignant by the sweet vocals of Ryuji Imaichi and Hiroomi Tosaka.

Autumn is a season that can set hearts ablaze with such aching love, isn’t it? It might still be a bit difficult for elementary school students, but it could be nice to savor the feelings of a bittersweet adult romance while dreaming of a love to come someday!

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Togetsukyo ~Thinking of You~Kuraki Mai

Mai Kuraki “Togetsukyo ~Kimi Omou~” Music Video (Short Ver.)

This is a song by Mai Kuraki that beautifully portrays an autumn scene.

Her moving vocals wonderfully express the landscapes of Kyoto and the feelings of love.

Released in April 2017, it drew attention as the theme song for the popular anime Detective Conan: The Crimson Love Letter.

For Kuraki, it was her 21st theme song for Detective Conan, and it was even recognized by Guinness World Records.

The lyrics, rich with traditional Japanese atmosphere, and the beautiful melody make you feel as if you’re taking a walk on an autumn evening.

Elementary school students, why not listen to it with your family? It will surely become a lovely autumn memory.