Moving Japanese songs recommended for men in their 60s
This is a playlist packed with moving Japanese songs—J-pop, kayōkyoku, and Japanese rock—that we recommend for gentlemen in their 60s, the so-called “around sixty” generation.
It’s full of masterpieces where you can savor dramatic melodies and lyrics that express poignant, heartfelt emotions.
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Moving Japanese songs recommended for men in their 60s (71–80)
A Bouquet for YouUtada Hikaru
Hikaru Utada is a singer-songwriter who made her solo debut in 1998.
Brimming with talent, she has released numerous hit albums and songs.
Hanataba wo Kimi ni is a 2016 piece written as the theme song for a morning drama series.
It’s a song filled with a gentle warmth that seems to softly embrace you.
With a fiery heartKobayashi Akira
This song, released by Akira Kobayashi in 1985, features lyrics by Yu Aku and was composed and arranged by Eiichi Ohtaki.
It was used as the commercial song for Ajinomoto General Foods’ “Maxim,” became a long-running hit, and won three awards at the 28th Japan Record Awards: the Gold Award, the Lyricist Award, and a Special Selection Award.
Falling in LoveKobayashi Akiko
“Koiochite ~Fall in Love~” is Akiko Kobayashi’s debut single, released on August 31, 1985.
It is included on the album “FALL IN LOVE.” The song, which portrays a secret, adult romance, was used as the theme song for the TBS television drama “Friday Wives III: Fall in Love.”
Moving Japanese songs recommended for men in their 60s (81–90)
Until we meet againOzaki Kiyohiko
“Mata Au Hi Made” is Kiyohiko Ozaki’s second solo single, released on March 5, 1971.
The song is notable for Ozaki’s dandy, distinguished singing voice.
Thanks to his dynamic vocal power, he was dubbed the “Japanese Tom Jones.” Many artists, including Yuzo Kayama, have covered the song.
TOMORROWMayo Okamoto
Mayo Okamoto is a singer-songwriter from Kochi Prefecture.
Her debut single “TOMORROW,” released in 1995, was an instant smash hit and catapulted her to fame.
To this day, the song has been cherished as one that “gives courage” and “offers encouragement.” It also reached No.
1 on the Oricon Singles Chart.
SUNHoshino Gen
Gen Hoshino is an artist known for his multifaceted activities as a musician, actor, and writer.
A drama he starred in became a massive hit in 2016, making him a familiar face in living rooms across the country.
“SUN” is a single released in 2015.
As a singer, he broke through with this song.
Its overflowing sense of happiness overwhelms the hearts of listeners.
Sweet MemoryMatsuda Seiko
“Sweet Memory” is Seiko Matsuda’s 14th double A-side single, released on August 1, 1983.
It is included on the best-of album “Seiko Plaza,” released on November 11, 1983.
The song is a gently sung, ballad-style track.