Recommended Japanese bands for men in their 60s
Here, we introduce Japanese bands—ranging from four-and-a-half tatami mat rock, to neo-rock, and even what was once called new music—that we recommend for men in their 60s.
Why not take a moment to remember your youth, when you held a folk guitar and listened to the radio?
Recommended Japanese bands for men in their 60s (1–10)
HeroKai Band
Formed in 1974 and hailing from Fukuoka, the Kai Band catapulted to nationwide fame with this chart-topping song.
Their masculine yet sweet vocals continue to captivate fans.
Even after all these years, their music remains a collection of timeless classics.
The Days of Rainbows and Sneakerschūrippu
The term “New Music” was used to refer to the sophisticated pop music of the 1970s and ’80s, and Tulip were its leading pioneers.
Their high tenor vocals and choral work—hallmarks of their appeal—are unmatched by anyone.
Mary AnnArufī
These days everyone knows The Alfee, but they struggled a lot when they first debuted.
Still, without giving up on their dream, they honed their skills as a backing band for well-known singers, and with “Merianne,” their popularity finally exploded.
You can’t help but feel not only the members’ hard work but also the passion of the record label staff behind that big breakthrough.
In the night sky after the rainRC sakuseshon
This band also had a deliberately provocative stance that challenged politics and broadcast ethics on television, but beyond that they were fashion icons, and their sound itself was advanced.
It’s poignant to think that Kiyoshiro Imawano is no longer with us.
This song could be called the first number that spread in popularity not only among hardcore fans but also among the general public.
My Heart Aches for YouYellow Magic Orchestra
YMO is the legendary technopop band whose leader, Haruomi Hosono, aimed to make moves overseas from the very start—and they succeeded brilliantly.
These days, the mere fact that the three of them perform together becomes big news.
Each member is now practically a national treasure.
Winter LightningArisu
This is a Japanese band sound by Alice, whose artistic persona emphasizes a smoky, mature coolness, while her passionate vocal style has earned acclaim.
The moody, steadily building progression creates an engaging flow that also feels familiar and approachable for men in their 60s.
Beware of words in the key of CSazan Ōrusutāzu
The universally beloved national band, Southern All Stars.
This song is one of their signature tracks that instantly conjures up scenes of the beach… though how many “signature tracks” do they have, really! They truly embody the spirit of Japan—you could even call them a treasure.
It’s the perfect sound for reminiscing about one’s youth.