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.