[2026] Classic songs and love songs themed around or set at the sea and the beach — sea songs

Summer DayMoritaka Chisato

Chisato Moritaka 'Summer Days' (PV)

It was released in 1994 as Chisato Moritaka’s 22nd single.

It was used as the ending theme for TV Tokyo’s “Asakusabashi Young Yōhinten,” and it reached No.

5 on the Oricon Weekly Singles Chart.

The lyrics evoke a scene of spending a leisurely time on the beach.

The calm sea—complete with a ferry visible offshore and a salty ocean breeze—becomes an even more soothing place when you’re there with someone you love.

Shonan no ‘Umi Sono Ai’Shonan no Kaze

Shonan no Kaze “Shonan no ‘Sea, That Love’” MUSIC VIDEO starring Shonen no Kaze

A song by Shonan no Kaze—often associated with lively seaside vibes—this track, in contrast to their usual image, depicts a vast love conveyed through the sea.

As the title suggests, it prominently incorporates the audio from Yuzo Kayama’s song “Umi Sono Ai,” making it a key element of the piece and conveying Shonan no Kaze’s respect for Kayama.

Set to a laid-back reggae sound, it expresses the pursuit of big dreams and the forward journey toward them.

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Fishermen’s Fire Love SongKoyanagi Rumiko

Ishibi Love Song / Rumiko Koyanagi (with lyrics)

This is a song by Rumiko Koyanagi, who is active not only as a singer but also as an actress.

While it proceeds with a relaxed kayōkyoku-style sound, the way it shifts partway through into a folk song atmosphere is striking, conveying the spirit of a fishing town even more strongly.

The lyrics portray a woman in love with a fisherman, expressing her feelings for her beloved as he sets out into the cold sea at night.

It is a song with many shades, like the sea itself, also conveying the pain of being unable to stay by his side.

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A Perfect SkyBONNIE PINK

BONNIE PINK – A Perfect Sky

Singer-songwriter BONNIE PINK’s “A Perfect Sky.” This track is an ultra-stylish summer song where her clear, soaring high notes evoke the image of a crystal-clear sea.

The intro, which starts with a striking bass and leads into a punchy hook, is so impactful you remember it after just one listen! Be sure to check out the provocative music video too, where she sings while performing a sultry dance underwater—it pairs perfectly with the song.

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Seaside BalconyMatsuda Seiko

Seaside Balcony

From its sparkling intro, this quintessential summer song by Seiko Matsuda instantly evokes the season! Lyricist Takashi Matsumoto weaves a sweet-and-sour love story on a seaside balcony.

The protagonist’s fluttering heart and radiant moments with a special someone are vividly portrayed through the refreshing melody by Kureta Keiko (Yumi Matsutoya) and Seiko’s crystalline vocals.

Released in April 1982 as her 10th single and included on the album “Pineapple,” it became beloved as the Shiseido “Elixir” commercial song and won the Gold Prize at that year’s Japan Record Awards—a track that truly colored its era.

Perfect not only as BGM for a coastal drive, but also when you want to revel in the anticipation of sweet romance or sink into a romantic mood.

Listening to it, you can almost see the blue sea and sky unfolding before your eyes.

deep seaMori Nana

Nana Mori - Deep Sea (Music Video)

It’s the track by Nana Mori, produced by Ayase, who’s also known as the composer for YOASOBI.

It’s a mid-tempo ballad that conveys the swelling feelings for a loved one far away and the frustration of not being able to be by their side—emotions so suffocating they feel like being at the bottom of a deep, dark sea.

Mori’s crystal-clear vocals blend beautifully with Ayase’s delicate melodies, resulting in a piece that gently resonates with the listener.

Released digitally in August 2021 as Mori’s third digital single, the song was later included on her first full-length album, “Album.” It’s perfect for quietly gazing at the sea alone or for those wistful nights when you’re thinking of someone dear—it will surely wrap itself gently around your feelings.

SUMMER GAMEHimuro Kyosuke

Kyosuke Himuro SUMMER GAME live

Kyosuke Himuro, who rose to fame as the vocalist of the legendary rock band BOØWY and has continued to pursue music with such discipline that he’s called a musical seeker even after going solo—beloved by fans as “Himurock.” This is one of his signature summer songs, a staple that always fires up the crowd at live shows.

It’s a carefully crafted track, from the transition between the A and B sections to the melody of the chorus.