A love song that reminds those in their 60s of a forgotten romance

Heart-throbbing for you. — A Fickle Vacation —Yellow Magic Orchestra

Yellow Magic Orchestra – “Kimi Ni Mune Kyun“ (Official Music Video)

A refreshing portrayal of the heartbeat of love, this is a classic summer song by YELLOW MAGIC ORCHESTRA.

Released in March 1983, it deftly captures a tender crush and vivid summer scenes.

The protagonist’s confusion over a platonic romance and the all-consuming thrill of love—enough to make one forget the passage of time—are set to a light technopop rhythm.

With playful arrangement and vocals, it drew attention as the lead single from the album Naughty Boys.

It was also used in a Kanebo cosmetics commercial and reached No.

2 on the Oricon charts.

A perfect pick for anyone wanting to relive a summer romance or recapture that nostalgic flutter.

As long as the sun is in the skynishikino akira

As long as the sun is in the sky

A gem of a love song that sings of eternal love.

By paralleling the steadfast presence of the sun with unchanging love, it portrays the strong bond between two people.

The lyrics and melody, which convey heartfelt feelings for a lover with pure sincerity, continue to move many people as a true symbol of everlasting love.

Released by Akira Nishikino in February 1971, it became a major hit, reaching No.

3 on the Oricon Weekly Chart.

It was later used in a 1994 commercial for an English conversation school and in a 2007 Suntory C.C.

Lemon commercial, remaining beloved across generations.

When you want to reaffirm your feelings for someone special, this resonant piece will surely wrap you in a gentle warmth.

Roppongi HeartbreakAn Ruisu

Roppongi Heartbreak

This is a signature classic by Ann Lewis, where overwhelming vocal power meets an urban rock sound.

Released in October 1984, it was used as the opening theme for the TV Asahi drama “Triangle Blue.” Set to a sophisticated melody, it portrays a bittersweet love for a younger man from a modern woman’s perspective.

The emotions of a woman wavering between straightforward affection and complex feelings are brilliantly conveyed through Ann Lewis’s powerful vocals.

Riding the karaoke boom of the time, the song became popular and sold a total of 296,000 copies; it remains beloved by many to this day.

It’s a perfect choice when you want to express both the ache and the passion of love—or when you want to energize a venue with a powerful vocal performance.

Lingering Snowiruka

Dolphin [Iruka] / Nagori-yuki [Lingering Snow] (Single Version) Official Audio with translation

This song poignantly portrays a heartrending farewell, using unseasonal snow as its motif.

Set on a station platform as spring approaches, the story vividly conveys the lingering attachment of a man who cannot accept the parting.

First performed on the album “The World of Iruka,” recorded in March 1975, and released as a single that November, it became one of Iruka’s signature classics.

It peaked at No.

4 on the Oricon chart, ranked No.

11 for the year, and sold over 800,000 copies.

With Masataka Matsutoya’s rich arrangement paired with Iruka’s gentle vocals, the song beautifully depicts the scene of farewell.

It’s recommended for moments when you want to reminisce about your youth and look back on precious times with someone dear.

A world without youZa Bībāzu

A world without you

A masterpiece woven from a psychedelic rock sound and a wistful melody, this is The Beavers’ second single, released in November 1967.

Its heartrending tune vividly portrays the pain of a broken heart.

Showcasing beautifully balanced twin vocals and the twin-guitar virtuosity of Hideki Ishima and Masayuki Hirai, the track reached No.

57 on the Oricon chart.

The band also appeared on the TV program “Young 720” that same year.

It’s a song to play on nights when you want to soothe a love-broken heart, or on a quiet afternoon when you’re nostalgic for your youth.

With the setting sunZa Wairudowanzu

With the setting sun

A refreshing melody that captures scenes shining against the blue sky makes this song especially memorable.

Drummer Yoshiaki Ueda takes the lead vocal, captivating listeners with his distinctive style of singing while playing.

Released in May 1967 as The Wild Ones’ third single, it’s also known for having lyrics written by all the members.

The bright, open sound of the 12-string electric guitar remains unfaded, a classic that symbolizes the golden age of Group Sounds.

It’s a track you’ll want to play on an evening drive or while spending time with friends.

I Love you,SAYONARAChekkāzu

The Checkers “I Love you, SAYONARA” (LIVE)

A gemlike ballad where wistfulness and warmth melt together.

Because they love each other, a man and woman choose to part for the other’s happiness—their deep affection seeps into the heart alongside an unforgettable saxophone melody.

Released by The Checkers in March 1987, the song quickly became famous as a SEIKO commercial tune.

It reached No.

2 on the Oricon Weekly chart and captured the No.

1 spot on The Best Ten.

This piece offers comfort to anyone who has experienced parting from someone dear.

The image of a man who deliberately says “I hate you” to initiate the breakup reveals a tender compassion at the heart of this gentle song.