Songs to Listen to in September: Popular J-POP Tracks That Capture the End of Summer and Early Autumn

The heat has eased, and it’s becoming a more comfortable season.

September is a somewhat contemplative time, where the lingering traces of summer intersect with the beginning of autumn.

I’d like to introduce some songs that are perfect for September.

From memories of summer and bittersweet love songs to tracks that capture the changing seasons, each one resonates deeply with the heart.

For an end-of-summer drive or a leisurely walk, you’re sure to find the perfect song for you.

Playlist

Songs to Listen to in September: Popular J-POP Tracks That Capture the End of Summer and Early Autumn
	Title	Playlist	Review
1	Ms. SeptemberRADWIMPS		A masterpiece that expresses the loneliness and hope of autumn
2	Gray and Blue (+Masaki Suda)Yonezu Kenshi		Kenshi Yonezu’s songs and Masaki Suda’s captivating vocals
3	All of the YouthFujifaburikku		A poignant masterpiece that laments the end of summer: The Last Fireworks
4	Song of PointillismMrs. GREEN APPLE		A poignant love in limited time
5	NatsuneYuuri		Yuuri's 'Natsune' sings of eternal love.
6	fragrant olivemosao.		Mosawo’s passionate love song “Kinmokusei”
7	Night journeyYorushika		Yorushika’s translucent, evocative song that resonates at the end of summer
8	Ephemeral FireworksKamisama wa saikoro o furanai		A rock ballad that poignantly depicts the end of summer
9	You are the seaMy Hair is Bad		Summer memories, “Kimi ga Umi” by My Hair is Bad
10	MapleŌmori Motoki		From summer to autumn, singing the delicate emotions of love
11	The Autumn SongELLEGARDEN		Autumn scenery, the poignant changes and loneliness
12	osmanthus (fragrant orange osmanthus; sweet olive)Aina ji Endo		An autumn ballad that sings of the scent of fragrant olives
13	A man’s heart is as changeable as autumn weather.Gōruden Bonbā		A classic song that sings of bittersweet love at summer’s end
14	Night of Osmanthuskinoko teikoku		The scent of fragrant olive evokes autumn and memories.
15	Late Summer (A Season for One)Arai Yumi		The end of love layered over the seasons’ scenery
16	secret base ~What You Gave Me~ZONE		A song that resonates at the end of summer, seeping into the heart
17	summer hazeatarayo		A song that expresses summer memories and sorrow
18	SparkleIkuta Rira		A YOASOBI solo track that portrays a heartrending love
19	September RainMiyamoto Hiroji		Hiroji Miyamoto’s high-velocity ballad “September Rain”
20	KoiAndrop		Androp’s movie theme song, a moving work that resonates with the heart.
21	It’s a small worldKing Gnu		Introduction to King Gnu’s early-autumn songs
22	red-yellow fragrant olive (Osmanthus fragrans)Fujifaburikku		A moving masterpiece that depicts an autumn scene
23	End of SummerShimizu Shota		A wistful coming-of-age song that colors the end of summer
24	crescent moonayaka		Ayaka’s “Mikazuki” sings of the moon’s bittersweetness and hope.
25	SEPTEMBERTakeuchi Mariya		At summer’s end, a man's changing feelings
26	RevivalSukima Suichi		A heartwarming song by Sukima Switch
27	September PeninsulaImai Miki		A song by Miki Imai that sings of summer sorrow
28	Colorful WorldJUDY AND MARY		YUKI's classic from JUDY AND MARY, soothing to the heart
29	Afternoon ParadeSuga Shikao		His music evokes the changing of the seasons.
30	AomiGesu no Kiwami Otome.		Gesu Otome’s innovative and addictive songs
31	for it to become Septemberteto		A rocking song that depicts Teto's September.
32	September RainŌta Hiromi		Savor the autumn sentiment with the September classic “September Rain.”
33	Prince of the Night and the Princess of the MoonSento Chihiro Chitti (BiSH)		BiSH, Cent Chihiro’s solo debut song
34	Promise in Madder Redikimonogakari		Wedding song, a heartwarming song of promises
35	All of the Youthsuis from Yorushika		Suis’s cover song that brings back memories of summer fireworks
36	That day, I told a lie on the spur of the moment.Nogizaka 46		Nogizaka46’s autumn song is dramatic and moving.
37	Summer MemoriesKetsumeishi		Memories of summer, a heart swaying in the autumn breeze
38	Sumire September Loveippūdō		A famous song that SHAZNA covered and turned into a big hit
39	Answer of the Autumn WindFlower		A classic hit by Flower that sings of a poignant autumn romance
40	From September’s HometownAnri		At summer’s end, Anri’s song sinks into my heart.
41	Look Up at the Night Stars ~Our Song~yuzu		Coloring the end of summer with Kyu Sakamoto’s classic song
42	The End of SummerMoriyama Naotaro		The beauty of Naotaro Moriyama’s singing voice and poetry
43	SeptemberCRAZY KEN BAND		September, the bittersweet end of a summer love
44	The parade is here.sutopuri		An uplifting cheer song by Sutopuri
45	I wonder if I’d still say it’s too late.Saucy Dog		A moving song that conveys the pain of heartbreak and a faint, budding love
46	language of flowersMr.Children		A masterpiece by Mr.Children that portrays the pain of heartbreak and personal growth
47	On a full-moon nightaimyon		Depicting a sensual relationship between a man and a woman on a full-moon night.
48	rememberUru		Uru’s famous song that became popular from YouTube
49	It’s the late-summer heat.Higuchi Ai		Higuchi Ai’s songs are captivating and memorable.
50	Love Sky and the Sound of RainAAA		An autumnal melancholy love song that expresses a heart aching with unrequited love.
51	Liar MoonYorushika		A ballad of loneliness and wistfulness resounding on an autumn night
52	Nagisasupittsu		A poignant Spitz classic to listen to at the end of summer
53	The world is quietly beautiful.creeps		A beautiful, heart-touching song that makes you feel the signs of autumn
54	September Blue MoonMatsutōya Yumi		Yuming’s classic hit in electro sound
55	scale (as of a fish or reptile)Hata Motohiro		A song that conveys Motohiro Hata’s courage and feelings
56	OrangeSMAP		A classic SMAP song: a beautiful ballad that colors parting with gratitude.
57	Ballad of a SingerSaitō Kazuyoshi		Singing Saito Kazuyoshi’s classic, pouring words of love into the song
58	Sigh CloverKOTOKO		A poignant early-autumn love song, the courage to chase one’s feelings
59	Sea in SeptemberGushima Naoko		A scene woven by the quiet sea of September and a singing voice
60	Autumn breezeOzaki Yutaka		Yutaka Ozaki’s Song of Changing Seasons and Hope
61	Ms. SeptemberAimer		Summer Nostalgia, a RADWIMPS cover song sung by Aimer
62	Autumn Thoughts NotebookTeshima Aoi		Accordion and the warm singing voice of Aoi Teshima
63	glowing madder-redAimer		A tale of meetings and partings painted in the sunset
64	SeptemberSakanakushon		A wistful song that makes you feel the end of September
65	osmanthus (fragrant orange osmanthus; sweet olive)natori		A musical piece depicting Natori-san’s autumn scenery
66	Finale.eill		A poignant classic that colors the end of summer and early autumn
67	fragrant oliveorenji supainikurabu		The scent of autumn, a sentimental melody
68	Harmony at Summer’s EndInoue Yosui & Anzen Chitai		A summer classic by Yosui Inoue and Anzenchitai
69	KILIGKano		Kano’s love song, a track brimming with emotion
70	planetariumOtsuka Ai		The end of summer with Ai Otsuka's 'Planetarium'
71	SeptemberSugawara Kei		Kei Sugawara’s song that poignantly sings of summer’s end
72	I remember youYUI		YUI’s classic songs to listen to at the end of summer
73	SUMMER ENDiri		A song that sings about the poignancy of summer’s end
74	Chasing summer againaratayo		A nostalgic song that mourns the end of summer
75	Summer EndKoresawa		The end of summer and my aching feelings for you
76	Summer FeverNatsunose		A poignant song that depicts the end of summer
77	Crimson-colored sunsetFujifaburikku		Autumn sunset and nostalgic music
78	bubble; foam; ephemeral (as in something short-lived)wanuka		Introducing poignant music for the end of summer
79	Unchanging ThingsOku Hanako		A wistful piano ballad that mourns the end of summer
80	Summeringjin		Depicting the transience and beauty of the end of summer
81	morning moonFujita Maiko		On an autumn night, singing of love while gazing at the moon.
82	Shadows of SummerMrs. GREEN APPLE		A poignant song depicting the end of summer
83	WeakendsDef Tech		A Def Tech song that sings about the end of summer
84	Septemberaiko		Early autumn love song, aiko's 'September'
85	SeptemberAndrop		A bittersweet September love song about a one-sided crush.
86	Shangri-Lanishina		A heartwarming song inspired by the starry sky
87	RegretsDURDN		DURDN’s new song “Regrets” with diverse musicality
88	You who live on the moonSaucy Dog		Songs of feelings and memories about the autumn moon
89	Albireorokudenashi		A song that depicts a starry sky and a bittersweet love
90	Before the end of summerKitayama Takeshi		Takeshi Kitayama’s new song, a friendship-themed cheer anthem, has arrived.
91	Summer-colored FireworksSnow Man		Snow Man's poignant summer ballad