Tear-jerking songs recommended for men in their 60s: classic and popular Japanese hits
A collection of tear-jerking Japanese songs recommended for men in their 60s.
We’ve gathered a wide range of moving tracks from the 1960s and 70s, from youth anthems to love songs.
It’s okay to shed a tear as you remember those nostalgic days.
It’s also okay to listen from a grown-up perspective that’s different from back then.
Let these songs bring you comfort.
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Tear-jerking songs recommended for men in their 60s: classic and popular Japanese tracks (21–30)
12th graderFunaki Kazuo
This is Kazuo Funaki’s debut song.
It was released in May 1963 and sold over one million copies within a year.
Funaki also performed this song at that year’s Kōhaku Uta Gassen.
Listening to it brings back memories of distant youthful days and fills me with a bittersweet feeling.
Until the tears dryNishida Sachiko
This is the single released in December 1967 by Sachiko Nishida, known by the nickname “Satchin,” and it was performed at that year’s Kohaku Uta Gassen.
The following year, it ranked 27th on Oricon’s annual chart.
The lyrics were written by Shigeru Tsukada, and the music was composed by Hiroshi Miyagawa, who worked on numerous hit songs.
Tear-jerking songs recommended for men in their 60s: Classic and popular Japanese hits (31–40)
scarecrowsadamasashi
Among people in their 60s, those in the latter half of the decade likely experienced the heyday of folk music.
Many of you may have been particularly struck by Masashi Sada’s lyrics, overflowing with originality and narrative depth.
Of all his songs, the one I especially recommend is Kakashi.
Its range is an average mid1 A# to mid2 F#, and because the pitch movement is fairly steady, it’s easy for anyone to sing.
The melody has an ennui-like mood, so be sure to sing it together and get the vibe going.
In Search of Love and DeathAoyama Kazuko
“Gazing at Love and Death” was originally published as a collection of letters exchanged between Minoru Kono and Michiko Ōshima, who died young due to illness.
This song was created based on that story and was sung by Kazuko Aoyama.
It won the 6th Japan Record Award.
Robinsonsupittsu
A song marked by evocative imagery that feels like a snapshot from youth.
Its clear, transparent melody and gentle vocals tenderly embrace hidden feelings, loneliness, and a yearning for release.
Released in April 1995, the track became a massive hit, selling over 1.62 million copies, and became one of Spitz’s signature songs.
It was also included on the album “Honey” (Hachimitsu) and won an Excellence Award at the 37th Japan Record Awards.
It’s a song you’ll want to listen to when you feel like looking back on a youth filled with memories of someone dear, or when you’re experiencing the mix of anticipation and anxiety that comes with the start of a new season.
Goodbyeofukōsu
This is a pure love ballad that poignantly portrays the end of a romance, released as an Off Course single in December 1979.
With Kazumasa Oda’s warm yet translucent vocals and a heart-stirring melody, the song richly conveys the sorrow of parting.
Its gentle, relatable lyrics—about a first heartbreak or a bittersweet farewell to someone dear—have made it a beloved classic that quietly resonates with listeners.
It was also featured as an insert song in the first season of the TBS drama “Mr.
Kinpachi in Class 3B” and later included on the album “SELECTION 1978-81.” As a song that stands by you through the poignant end of love that comes with winter’s chill, it’s especially recommended for those facing a farewell with someone important.
While listening to a distant train whistleArisu
A masterpiece by Alice in which lyrics portraying the resolve to move forward in life despite heartbreak and loneliness are exquisitely harmonized with a beautiful, soul-stirring melody.
Shinji Tanimura’s delicate poetry and Takao Horiuchi’s lyrical composition give listeners the courage to face life’s hardships.
Released in September 1976 and included on the album “ALICE V,” the song shines not for record-breaking success at the time, but for its timeless universality that continues to be loved across generations.
It was performed on NHK’s Kōhaku Uta Gassen in 1996 and 2005, and has been covered by many artists.
For those standing at a crossroads and searching for the road ahead, it is a song that offers quiet determination and hope.