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[Showa × Halloween] A roundup of chilling songs with scary lyrics and an unsettling atmosphere!

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Back in the Showa era, when Halloween hadn’t yet really caught on in Japan—even though it’s now a huge annual celebration—there were actually plenty of songs that perfectly fit the spooky vibe of ghosts, witches, and skeletons dancing about, even if they didn’t directly use Halloween as a theme! In this article, we’ve gathered Showa-era songs that are perfect for Halloween.

Enjoy tracks that capture the distinct “Showa feel,” from anime theme songs featuring witches and yokai to tunes whose lyrics and atmosphere are delightfully eerie.

[Showa × Halloween] A roundup of chilling songs with scary lyrics and an unsettling vibe! (21–30)

The ghost is coming!Yoshi Ikuzo

Ikuzo Yoshi "The Ghost Goes Ikuzo"

The ghost is coming!Yoshi Ikuzo

Sung by Ikuzo Yoshi, this song debuted in October 1985 as the ending theme for the third season of the anime GeGeGe no Kitaro.

Its story—about ghosts coming to snatch away misbehaving children—can send chills down kids’ spines.

But with its friendly melody and rhythmic phrases, it strikes a perfect balance between spooky and fun.

It might even serve as a song that encourages good behavior in children.

It’s also perfect as background music for a Halloween party.

Even those who don’t like scary stories can enjoy this humor-filled ghost song!

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Little Meg the Witch GirlMaekawa Yōko

Majokko Megu-chan OP [HD]

Little Meg the Witch GirlMaekawa Yōko

This song, depicting magic and a girl’s growth, is a treasure born in the Showa era.

Yoko Maekawa’s clear, translucent vocals beautifully capture the protagonist Meg’s adventurous spirit and confidence.

Used as the opening theme for an anime that began airing in April 1974, it sparked the “majokko” (little witch) boom.

Its lyrics, which affirm girls’ inner strength and charm, had a major impact on young girls at the time.

It’s a perfect track for anyone looking to liven up a Halloween party or who feels nostalgic for Showa-era anime songs.

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In conclusion

Have you found a Showa-era song that fits your Halloween vibe? Even if the melody is cheerful, there are songs that, when you really listen to the lyrics, send chills from deep inside your body…

that kind of terrifying edge, right? For this Halloween, how about mixing in some retro music alongside the latest tracks? Give it a try!