Geren-de song feature: A roundup of the music played at ski resorts and songs perfect for snowboarding

Winter Fantasykazan

MVI 4534 Winter Fantasy

It was released in 1995 as Cousin’s third single.

Chosen as the song for Sapporo Beer’s “Fuyu Monogatari” commercial, it became Cousin’s biggest hit single.

The clear, translucent vocal harmonies seem to wrap around the ski slopes, making it a soothing song.

Bayside SkierShonentai

I tried singing Shonentai’s “Wangan Skier” by myself – SUGIROCKS

It was released in 1998 as Shonentai’s 22nd single.

The song was originally composed by Tatsuro Yamashita in 1993 as a commercial tune for Lalaport Skidome SSAWS, which opened that same year.

Shonentai covered the song, and it was then used as the image song for Fuji TV’s broadcasts of the Nagano Olympics.

FlamingoYonezu Kenshi

Kenshi Yonezu – Flamingo

This track has a unique charm that combines the flavor of Black music with a distinctive vocal style reminiscent of Japanese folk songs.

It has a cool vibe, so I think it would stand out well in winter sports scenes.

The rolling bassline is really cool, isn’t it?

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Hane Keisuke

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Because it’s a cold nightTRF

TRF / Because It's a Cold Night

Produced by Tetsuya Komuro, the dance group TRF is an artist that represents the J-pop scene of the 1990s.

As of 2019, DJ KOO is frequently seen on variety shows, but the group once enjoyed immense popularity as a highly skilled dance unit.

This is their danceable winter song themed around a winter night.

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Murakami Shinpei

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A Winter Tale for Twosonā poketto

Sonar Pocket “Futari Fuyu Monogatari” [MV Full]

This is a song that weaves a love story coloring the winter slopes with a pop melody and warm lyrics.

Packed with the charm of Sonar Pocket, it was released as a digital single in November 2015 and was later included in their sixth album, “Sonapokeism 6 ~Songs Gifted with Love~,” in February of the following year.

Chosen as the ending theme for Nippon TV’s information program “PON!,” the song received high praise from fans and has been cherished as a winter staple.

Whether playing at ski resorts or serving as the BGM for special moments spent with a loved one, it’s a track that resonates with the hearts of those enjoying winter sports.

youKōda Kumi

Kumi Koda / “you” (from the new album “WINTER of LOVE”)

Released in 2005 as Kumi Koda’s 19th single.

The song was used in TV commercials for “music.jp” and “GemCEREY,” and served as the first installment of an unprecedented 12-week consecutive single release in Japanese music history.

It’s a memorable track that portrays a heartrending love story intertwined with the chill of winter.

BetelgeuseYuuri

Yuuri “Betelgeuse” Official Music Video

As a winter tradition that adds color to snowy mountains, this song could be called a gem that resonates with the heart.

The lyrics liken bonds between people and relationships with loved ones to the stars, evoking images of people shining within a silver-white world.

Released in January 2022, the track was also used as the theme song for the Fuji TV drama “SUPER RICH,” capturing the hearts of many.

Yuuri’s clear, translucent vocals and the starry-sky-like, beautiful melody combine with the exhilaration of gliding down the slopes to heighten the sense of uplift even more.

For winter sports enthusiasts, this piece is sure to be a lovely companion that stays close to the heart.