Popular Japanese songs among men in their 60s: recommended masterpieces and classic tracks
We’d like to ask men in their 60s: What’s your favorite Japanese song?
“Those songs you listened to all the time in your youth,” “the ones you still sing at karaoke”—all sorts of tracks probably come to mind.
In this article, we researched and compiled songs that are popular among people in their 60s.
We’ve selected a wide range, from timeless classics to tracks that have enjoyed a recent revival.
If you love music or just want to check out popular tunes, be sure to take a look!
It might just fill you with nostalgia!
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Popular Japanese songs among men in their 60s. Recommended masterpieces and classic tracks (91–100)
If I Could Play the PianoNishida Toshiyuki
It’s a timeless song whose bittersweet feelings resonate in the heart.
The singer’s richly emotional voice soars over a piano-driven melody.
Originally written as an insert song for a TV drama, it was released in 1981.
It was also performed at that year’s Kohaku Uta Gassen, capturing the hearts of many.
It’s the kind of track that can give you courage when work or love isn’t going your way.
It will likely resonate with anyone who struggles to express their feelings, too.
cosmos (flower)Yamaguchi Momoe
It’s a heartwarming classic in which a daughter expresses her gratitude to her mother.
The lyrics and music were written by Masashi Sada.
Momoe Yamaguchi’s gentle voice resonates deeply with listeners.
Released in October 1977, it won the Vocal Performance Award at the Japan Record Awards.
It’s often heard at weddings and Mother’s Day events.
When you want to reflect on the bond between parent and child, give it a listen—it will surely speak to your heart.
Popular Japanese songs among men in their 60s: Recommended masterpieces and classic tracks (101–110)
RomanceIwasaki Hiromi
This is a song by Hiromi Iwasaki, a 1970s idol who captivated the younger generation at the time.
It was released in 1975 as her second single.
It’s a heart-fluttering tune that sings of a bittersweet longing—wanting someone to stay by your side.
Many people surely fell head over heels for her looks and her voice.
A café in a student districtGaro
This song captures youthful memories from the time when the student movements of the early 1970s were winding down.
For those who lived through that era, it must be a perfectly on-time song of reminiscence.
The composer is Koichi Sugiyama, known for creating the game music for the Dragon Quest series.
The instrument with the mysterious tone in the interlude is the cor anglais, a relative of the oboe.
Smiling Backkyandīzu
This is a song by Candies, an idol trio consisting of Ran-chan, Miki-chan, and Sue-chan.
Released in 1978 before their breakup, it was effectively their final single.
Their bubbly vocals still sound adorable even today.
Which member were you a fan of?
EnchantedJudi Ongu
Many people probably feel their hearts race just from the intro.
This is a song by Judy Ongg, a Taiwanese-born female singer.
Released in 1979, it was a massive hit that sold over a million copies.
Although it’s a woman’s song, there might be men who consider it their go-to number at karaoke.
UFOpinku redii
I bet many men would say they devoted their youth to them.
It’s a smash-hit single released in 1977, memorable for its slightly mysterious melody and humor-filled lyrics.
Some of you might also be reminded of the instant yakisoba TV commercial.