[Recommended for people in their 70s] Songs that really move you. Beloved classic Japanese hits of the past.

A collection of Showa-era songs that are now loved across generations.

Hearing those retro sounds brings back memories of youth—many of you might feel the same.

This time, we’re introducing some wonderful classics that are especially recommended for people in their 70s.

From hit songs familiar to many to tracks with lyrics that truly move you, every piece resonates with the heart—you may find yourself humming along before you know it.

Why not spend a relaxing moment accompanied by nostalgic music?

Playlist

[Recommended for people in their 70s] Songs that really move you. Beloved classic Japanese hits of the past.
	Title	Playlist	Review
1	That wonderful love once moreKatō Kazuhiko, Kitayama Osamu		A song about lost love and the longing for reunion
2	Sleep on my chestkaguya hime		Kaguya-hime’s classic, a voice that nestles close to the heart
3	Love MemoryMatsuzaki Shigeru		Shigeru Matsuzaki’s “Cape Tour,” a masterpiece that resonates with the heart
4	Crimson SunMisora Hibari		Midsummer sea, a classic by Hibari Misora
5	Flowers ~Flowers for everyone’s heart~Sakushi sakkyoku: Kina Shoukichi		A timeless peace anthem that makes flowers bloom in the heart
6	As long as the sun is in the skynishikino akira		A timeless youth anthem: Nishikino’s heart-stirring song
7	Azusa No. 2karyūdō		A heartwarming train song filled with longing for one’s hometown
8	Boat SongYashiro Aki		On a winter night, Aki Yashiro’s famous song “Funauta”
9	Goodbyeofukōsu		Off Course, the classic song that poignantly sings of a winter farewell
10	Forget-me-not to youSugawara Yoichi		Bittersweet feelings of farewell imbued in a blue flower
11	If you’re happy and you know it, clap your handsSakamoto Kyu		A timeless song that touches the heart with peace and friendship
12	I look up as I walkSakamoto Kyu		Kyu Sakamoto’s classic delivers a positive, uplifting message.
13	RomanceIwasaki Hiromi		Hiromi Iwasaki’s “Romance” is a timeless song that resonates with the heart.
14	There’s always tomorrowSakamoto Kyu		Kyu Sakamoto’s classic gives people energy and courage.
15	interaction; friendly contact; bondingNakamura Masatoshi		A moving song about the bonds between people.
16	A café in a student districtGaro		A timeless song of youth that resonates in the heart, letting you bask in memories.
17	Into the DreamInoue Yosui		Yosui Inoue’s classic: a soothing escape from everyday life
18	Private railway line areaNoguchi Goro		A classic song that sings of the bittersweetness of love, expressing Goro Noguchi’s emotions.
19	The youth I walked through with youkaze		Classic songs of youth, moving melodies that awaken memories
20	Always keep your dreamsHashi Yukio, Yoshinaga Sayuri		The classic duet by Yukio Hashi and Sayuri Yoshinaga resonates in the heart.
21	Let’s get married.yoshida takurou		Takuro Yoshida’s classic song “Let’s Get Married.”
22	Fallen leaves in the snowFuse Akira		Akira Fuse’s classic: a song that weaves seasons and emotions
23	The Sweet LifeNoguchi Goro		Sweet Life: Heartbreak and the Emotions of Youth
24	Tsugaru Jongara-bushiHosokawa Takashi		A masterpiece that powerfully reinterprets Tsugaru folk songs
25	Mischief of the spring breezeYamaguchi Momoe		The masterpieces of Momoe Yamaguchi heal the heart.
26	Let yourself go with the flow of timeTeresa Ten		Teresa Teng “The Flow of Time” – an eternal classic
27	A deserted seaTo wa e mo wa		A classic song that sings of the autumn sea and the feelings of heartbreak
28	The Bride of SetoKoyanagi Rumiko		Song of Love and Departure in the Spring of the Showa Era
29	Across this wide fieldMoriyama Ryoko		A classic that sings of nature’s beauty and pure love
30	As time goes bysawada kenji		The nostalgic theme song from a drama starring Kenji Sawada
31	Isn’t it fine as long as you’re happy?Sara Naomi		Naomi Sara’s signature song, a heart-touching classic
32	Album of MemoriesSakushi: Masuko Toshi / Sakkyoku: Honda Tetsuma		A heartwarming song about memories from kindergarten
33	Miracle of LoveHide to Rozanna		A timeless song that heals the heart, singing of deep love and hope
34	Flowershouka		The Sumida River is a celebrated masterpiece representing the Meiji era.
35	Forever with youKayama Yūzō		“Kimi to Itsu Made mo” is an eternal classic.
36	In the Great Sky and on the Vast EarthMatsuyama Chiharu		A song that portrays the powerful will to live, set against the backdrop of Hokkaido
37	12th graderFunaki Kazuo		The bittersweet classic of youth, Kazuo Funaki’s “High School Senior.”
38	On the Day of DepartureSakushi: Kojima Noboru / Sakkyoku: Sakamoto Hiromi		Graduation songs evoke the arrival of spring.
39	Yearning for youFuranku Nagai		Moved by Frank Nagai’s masterpiece
40	Sometimes like a child without a motherKarumen Maki		The famous song by Shuji Terayama and Carmen Maki resonates in the heart.
41	Look up at the stars in the nightSakamoto Kyu		Kyu Sakamoto’s “Yoru no Hoshi o” is a heartwarming masterpiece.
42	lover; mistress; extramarital partnerTeresa Ten		The masterpiece rich with adult emotion, “Lover,” a representative work of Teresa Teng
43	Love RadiantMisora Hibari		Hibari Misora’s “Ai San San” is a moving masterpiece that resonates with the heart.
44	youthMorita Kōichi to Toppugyaran		The classic song “Seishun Jidai” portrays the anguish and emotions of youth.
45	I’m falling in love with you againSakamoto Fuyumi		A moving song that portrays deepening love and bonds
46	LetterYuki Saori		Saori Yuki’s “Tegami,” a classic song of farewell and love
47	Journey of the Heartchūrippu		Showa-era classic “Kokoro no Tabi,” an eternal masterpiece
48	Goodbye, TearsWada Hiroshi to Mahina Sutāzu		'Goodbye, Tears' — a classic of the Showa era, transcending generations
49	Shiretoko Ryojo (Shiretoko Travel Sentiment)Katō Tokiko		A poignant love classic set in Shiretoko
50	applausechiaki naomi		'Kassai' expresses the singer’s sense of loss and strength.
51	The arrival of springKoyanagi Rumiko		Rumiko Koyanagi's spring classic, nostalgic memories
52	Blue Light Yokohamaishida ayumi		Ayumi Ishida’s classic, Memories of Youth
53	Sake, Tears, Men, and WomenKawashima Eigo		Eigo Kawashima’s classic—a moving masterpiece that sings of life’s emotions.
54	Scat at DawnYuki Saori		Yuki Saori’s “Scat at Dawn”
55	Cotton HandkerchiefŌta Hiromi		A classic song that portrays the heartfelt connection between a man and a woman setting off for the big city.
56	Battotai (Army Marching Song)Charles Leroux		A rousing marching song of the military band, a prayer for the soldiers
57	A solitary journey to MichinokuYamamoto Jōji		A classic enka ballad of love and farewell by Joji Yamamoto
58	Life won’t give (it) to me / Unyielding lifeSegawa Eiko		A classic that depicts the bond between a married couple, conveying the strength of love.
59	The morning I had forgottenYamamoto Junko		A timeless song whose red bird’s singing heals the heart
60	Cape TourYamamoto Kōtarō to Uīkuei Endo		A heartbreak song by Kotaro Yamamoto
61	Aoba Castle Love Songsatou muneyuki		A masterpiece by Muneyuki Sato, a famous song that colors Sendai
62	Crossing Amagi PassIshikawa Sayuri		A timeless masterpiece that resonates with the heart, expressing deep love and conflict.
63	Tokyo Boogie-WoogieKasaogi Shizuko		The enduring appeal of music loved across generations
64	tea pickingMonbushō shōka		Japanese masterpieces that reflect the seasons and everyday life
65	koinobori (carp streamers)Monbushō shōka		Koinobori, a song wishing for children's growth
66	Come, spring.Matsutōya Yumi		A celebrated song of spring, a masterpiece by Yumi Matsutoya
67	From the northern innMiyako Harumi		From the northern inn, a classic of poignant love and loneliness
68	I’m appearing under my former name.Kobayashi Akira		A classic hit song that captures the feelings of bar hostesses, a major success
69	Rainy MidosujiŌyō Fifi		Singing about bittersweet memories of love in rainy Osaka
70	Parting at 22kaze		The Wind’s debut song, cherished as a timeless anthem of youth
71	Tsugaru Strait – Winter SceneIshikawa Sayuri		Sayuri Ishikawa’s classic: winter scenery and a heartrending feeling
72	The Highland Train GoesOkamoto Atsurō		The travel sentiment of a highland train, a song that resonates in the heart
73	Listening to OliviaAnri		Anri’s classic ballad that heals the pain of heartbreak
74	SubaruTanimura Shinji		Shinji Tanimura’s moving masterpiece, with a grand sense of the cosmos
75	Waltz of StarlightSen Masao		Masao Sen’s soul-stirring farewell song
76	Oh, sake!Yoshi Ikuzo		Ikuzo Yoshi’s masterpiece: an enka song that profoundly portrays life
77	I’ve come a long way, when I think about it.Kaientai		A nostalgic classic by Kaientai, Thoughts of Home
78	Please give me wingsakai tori		A classic song that celebrates youth’s freedom and individuality
79	Farewell in MayInoue Yosui		Introduce/In this article, we introduce Yosui Inoue’s classic songs that capture the refreshingly pleasant seasons.
80	A Letter Waiting for Springyoshida takurou		Heartfelt exchanges through letters and songs of memories
81	wintering swallowMori Masako		Introduction to Masako Mori's Exquisite Ballad Works
82	Keiko’s Dream Opens at NightFuji Keiko		Keiko Fuji’s classic hit, a masterpiece that sings of dreams and hope
83	Good-bye, My LoveAn Ruisu		The charm of Ann Lewis, a classic singer of the Showa era
84	The Izu DancerMisora Hibari		Hibari Misora, the famous song from the film based on a work by Yasunari Kawabata
85	Anemone flaccida (nirinsō; literally “two-flowered anemone”)kawanaka miyuki		A heartwarming classic that sings of the love and bond between a married couple.
86	Ah, Ueno StationIzawa Hachirō		Tokyo Station Melody: Hope in Life and the Journey
87	A hill with a view of the harborHirano Aiko		A timeless classic steeped in the melancholy of a port town, gently singing of a tender heart in love.
88	Sky Restauranthaifaisetto		A love song depicting a reunion and a farewell with a lover
89	Ringo OiwakeMisora Hibari		Scenes of Tsugaru, a classic song by Hibari Misora
90	Dotonbori SentimentTendō Yoshimi		The charm of a warm song that portrays the city of Osaka
91	Dream-Chasing SakeAtsumi Jirō		Jiro Atsumi’s famous song “Yumeoi-zake”: the pain of a broken heart
92	Becoming a Thousand WindsAkiyama Masashi		Akikawa Masafumi’s ballad, a moving masterpiece that resonates with the heart
93	A Good Day to Set Out on a JourneyYamaguchi Momoe		An anthem from Momoe to brighten life’s milestones
94	BoyhoodInoue Yosui		A nostalgic song brings back memories of my childhood.
95	atonementTeresa Ten		A masterpiece that portrays the poignant emotions of farewell and love.
96	Traveler,Kayama Yūzō		Yuzo Kayama’s classic that resonates with travelers’ hearts
97	TSUNAMISazan Ōrusutāzu		Keisuke Kuwata’s heartbreaking breakup ballad, a moving masterpiece
98	The Color of WinterYamaguchi Momoe		Momoe Yamaguchi’s pure-love ballad that sings of a heartrending romance
99	Flying to IstanbulShōno Mayoyo		A classic of exotic breakup songs
100	Longing for RainYashiro Aki		A masterpiece of Showa-era enka, a voice that resonates with the heart
101	YosakuKitajima Saburō		A moving song that sings of rural landscapes and the warmth of its people
102	It was rainy again in Nagasaki today.Uchiyamada Hiroshi to Cool Five		Timeless ballads—masterpieces that resonate in the heart on rainy days
103	When I turn around, the Sea of JapanItsuki Hiroshi		Singing of the loneliness of the Sea of Japan and the shape of life
104	Tangled HairMisora Hibari		Hibari Misora sings of love and prayer at Shioyasaki.
105	Like the flow of a riverMisora Hibari		A classic that gently sings of life's joy and flow
106	This roadSakushi: Kitahara Hakushū / Sakkyoku: Yamada Kōsaku		A masterpiece that expresses the beauty of the four seasons
107	Lullaby of the Holy MothersIwasaki Hiromi		A moving ballad wrapped in Hiromi Iwasaki’s maternal kindness
108	Kanda RiverMinami Kōsetsu & Kaguyahime		A classic song depicting the pure cohabitation life of young people
109	Spring somewhereSakushi: Momota Soji / Sakkyoku: Kusagawa Shin		The charm and emotion of the spring classic “Soushunfu (Early Spring Ode)”
110	Has the plum blossomed?Misora Hibari		Hibari Misora’s short songs capture the spirit of Japan.
111	Lingering Snowiruka		Spring partings, bittersweet memories of youth
112	Like a flower that blooms in the fieldDa Kāpo		A classic springtime song that conveys the importance of living naturally
113	school daysPegī Hayama		A timeless song that sings of youthful memories, resonating in the heart.
114	Yokohama TwilightItsuki Hiroshi		A hit song by Hiroshi Itsuki that sings of heartbreak set in Yokohama.
115	Song of the Four SeasonsSakushi sakkyoku: Araki Toyohisa		A masterpiece that depicts the beauty of the four seasons and the emotions of people
116	SaraiKayama Yūzō		A heartwarming classic that captures feelings for one’s hometown
117	Goodbye once moreOzaki Kiyohiko		Kiyohiko Ozaki’s 1971 ballad
118	It’s Tokyo, Mother.Shimakura Chiyoko		A postwar mother-daughter memory, a classic song that colors Tokyo
119	Words of FarewellKaientai		“Okuru Kotoba” is a song of springtime farewells and bonds.
120	a red handkerchiefIshihara Yūjirō		Spring in the northern country, a wistful song resounding through the acacia trees
121	Blue MountainsFujiyama Ichirō		A masterpiece that beautifully sings of postwar hope and a new era
122	Lonely-for-Company TavernMiyama Hiroshi		A wistful tavern song, yearning for human connection
123	City LightsSakai Masaaki		Masakazu Sakai’s classic song: the lyrics and scenes of love
124	The Camellia Sasanqua InnŌkawa Eisaku		A wistful love infused in the winter flower, the sasanqua camellia
125	cherry blossom frontKoyanagi Rumiko		A masterpiece that depicts spring scenery and emotions: Sakura Front
126	Until we meet againOzaki Kiyohiko		Ozaki’s masterpiece—an affecting song about an adult breakup
127	Life is full of ups and downs.Shimakura Chiyoko		Life has many ups and downs; timeless songs that resonate with the heart
128	GraduationMatsuyama Chiharu		Chiharu Matsuyama’s spring melody, the singing voice of youth
129	Snow CountryYoshi Ikuzo		Yoshi Ikuzo’s “Yukiguni” is a moving masterpiece.
130	scarecrowsadamasashi		Hometown of the Showa era, a masterpiece by Masashi Sada
131	era; age; time; periodNakajima Miyuki		Miyuki Nakajima: a heartwarming classic that resonates in spring
132	Northern SpringSen Masao		A classic song that portrays the spring scenery of the northern country and a longing for one’s hometown
133	Northern fishing groundsKitajima Saburō		Northern fishing grounds, Saburo Kitajima’s soulful song
134	sunset cloudsSen Masao		A moving classic that sings of longing for one’s hometown
135	March of 365 StepsSuizenji Kiyoko		Kiyoko Suizenji’s classic song resonates with the heart.
136	Brother ShipsToba Ichirō		A powerful song of brotherhood, born of life at sea
137	Traveler of the NorthIshihara Yūjirō		Northern Traveler: Yujiro Ishihara’s Timeless Song That Resonates in the Heart