Showa-era masterpieces roundup: A must-listen collection of nostalgic oldies and hit songs
In the Showa era, countless masterpieces were created across genres, from pop kayokyoku to enka.
Many of them are still loved today, and we have plenty of chances to hear them.
In recent years, it’s not uncommon for Showa-era songs to experience a revival hit, and I think many younger listeners are also interested in these classics.
In this article, we’d like to reintroduce a generous selection of Showa masterpieces.
We’ve gathered many songs from various genres, so please take your time and give them a careful listen.
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Showa Era Masterpieces Collection: Must-Listen Nostalgic Tunes & Hit Songs (111–120)
Beyond the GoodbyeYamaguchi Momoe
Released two months before her retirement, this song—fitting for a final farewell—begins with a whisper-like delivery over a gentle tempo, as if summing up a person’s entire life, and then unfolds dramatically.
Even after retiring, she never appeared on television again—an admirable resolve befitting a charismatic, Showa-era megastar.
Showa-Era Masterpieces Collection: A Must-Listen Special of Nostalgic Classics & Hit Songs (121–130)
Love is overŌyō Fifi
It’s one of Faye Ouyang’s (Fei Fei Ouyang) signature songs from Taiwan.
The song depicts the end of a mature romance, and as a heartfelt ballad it remains a karaoke staple beloved by many women.
It has also been covered by many male artists, making it a popular ballad that’s easy for both men and women to sing.
Graduationsaitou yuki
This song begins with a scene where the singer receives a button from a boy she likes at the graduation ceremony.
It also features other moments that symbolize school life, evoking a page of youth that everyone experiences.
The singer’s debut performance, with a touch of innocence still in her beautiful voice, matches the mood of the song perfectly.
In conclusion
We’ve introduced a whole lineup of classic hits released during the Showa era.
For those who remember those days, it was nostalgic, and for younger generations, it was a fresh song list.
Many of the songs are still heard on TV shows and commercials, so I’m sure there were some that younger listeners already knew.
I’d be delighted if this article sparks even more interest in the great songs of the Showa era.