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 (21–30)
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Released in 1979, this is one of singer-songwriter Masashi Sada’s signature songs, along with “Kandagawa.” Its lyrics evoke a nostalgic image of the Showa-era man and father, and it’s a love song imbued with a heartfelt message to his beloved wife.
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The powerful twin vocals and passionate sound are captivating.
Known as Crystal King’s signature song, it was released in November 1979.
The lyrics, which portray the harshness of life in the city and the feelings of people pursuing their dreams, strike a chord.
It became a million seller and topped the charts for six consecutive weeks.
It was even used in a Kirin Beer commercial in 2018, showing its popularity across generations.
Singing it at karaoke might be a nice way to relive your youth.
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“Kanashii Sound” is a heart-wrenching breakup song whose fragile vocals linger in your ears.
It’s a track released in 1976 by the three-member music group Hi-Fi Set.
Wouldn’t it be perfect for a quiet listen on a solitary night?
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Takuro Yoshida is known as a pioneer of folk singers in Japan, and even today many artists speak of his profound influence.
Released on December 21, 1973, his song “Rakuyō” (Setting Sun) was later remade, with the new version chosen as the theme song for the TV drama “Ano Natsu ni Dakaretai.” The ensemble—where folk sensibilities and band-driven sound blend exquisitely—still moves listeners to this day.
It’s a wistful number that we hope not only those in their 60s but listeners of all generations will enjoy.
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Singer-songwriter Eigo Kawashima, whose refined musicality earned him immense support from men.
For those in their 60s, he might be the perfect artist.
Kawashima produced many masterpieces, but the one I especially recommend is “Jidai Okure” (Behind the Times).
A no-nonsense piece portraying a man that men admire, it became a major hit in the 1980s.
What’s more, it’s a very singable song: the range is narrow, there are few long notes, and it doesn’t require much vibrato, so even those who aren’t confident in their singing should be able to handle it without trouble.
If I could fly in this skyKatō Tokiko
This song is a single released by Tokiko Kato in 1978 and was used as the theme song for a drama at the time.
Although the song was written by Miyuki Nakajima, Kato reportedly asked her to write it because she wanted to sing a song by Nakajima, who had won the Grand Prix at the World Popular Song Festival.
It’s a wonderful masterpiece with a relaxed triple meter, a slightly folkloric mood, and a touch of melancholy.
Memories SakeKobayashi Sachiko
The melancholic melody and gentle vocals are wonderful.
This is a song by Sachiko Kobayashi, a popular enka singer from Niigata Prefecture.
It was released in 1979 as her 28th single.
The lyrics, told from a woman’s perspective as she remembers a former lover, are heart‑wrenching.