[Tanabata Song] Exquisite Japanese love songs to listen to under the starry sky
When it comes to Tanabata on July 7, the famous story is that it’s the one day of the year when Orihime and Hikoboshi are allowed to meet.
Maybe because of that episode, don’t you find yourself wanting to listen to fleeting, bittersweet love songs when Tanabata comes around? In this article, we’ll introduce love songs with a Tanabata theme that we recommend, as well as tracks that will move those in long-distance relationships and romantic songs that are perfect for the night sky.
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[Tanabata Songs] Exquisite Japanese Love Songs to Enjoy Under the Starry Sky (51–60)
Little StarOku Hanako
“A Little Star” by singer-songwriter Hanako Oku.
The straightforward lyrics, her crystal-clear vocals, and the simplicity of singing with just a keyboard are irresistible.
You can almost picture someone gazing up at the night sky, thinking of a distant lover.
The honest longing—wanting them closer, wanting to spend more time together—pierces straight to the heart.
Song for…HY
HY’s “Song for…” is a track born from a romantic encounter reminiscent of Tanabata.
Izumi Nakasone, who wrote and composed “Song for…,” developed mutual feelings with a man she met when she was 20, but because he was 15 at the time, she decided to end the relationship.
Five years later, they reunited, got married, and had a child.
“Song for…” is a heartrending love song Nakasone wrote right after their parting, filled with thoughts of him.
Like the story of Orihime and Hikoboshi, this romantic song is a perfect fit for Tanabata, don’t you think?
COSMIC BOXYU-KI
YUKI’s “COSMIC BOX” is her 19th single, released in 2009.
The song is especially striking for its stylish, cool piano performance.
It was used as the theme song for the 2009 film “Go Find a Psychic!” directed by Katsuyuki Motohiro.
The lyrics, which feature not only the Milky Way but also the moon and the Earth, evoke a sparkling, somewhat fantastical image.
With its relaxed groove, “COSMIC BOX” is also great for karaoke—women in particular should give it a try!
telepathyORANGE RANGE
This is a hit number by Orange Range, a hybrid band that sparked a huge boom for a time.
With its very pop sound, just listening to it will quickly lift your spirits.
It often goes unnoticed, but the lyrics can also be interpreted as a song about a long-distance relationship, so it might be nice to listen with that in mind.
[Tanabata Songs] Exquisite Japanese Love Songs to Hear Under the Starry Sky (61–70)
July 7Mizuki Nana
The queen of anime songs, Nana Mizuki, sings a gentle summer ballad, “July 7.” It’s a song that conveys the message that being able to be with someone you cherish is, in fact, an incredibly miraculous thing.
The harp’s softly falling, shooting-star-like tones, the flowing violin, and Nana Mizuki’s clear yet powerful vocals evoke a grand night sky.
Milky Way ~Your Song~BoA
The meaning of “Milky Way” is the Milky Way (the Galaxy).
It’s a song by BoA, a South Korea–born singer-songwriter known for tracks like “VALENTI” and “Meri Kuri.” It was included as the coupling track on “DOUBLE,” her 11th single released in 2003.
The song conveys a message to a loved one who is far away.
It’s an upbeat dance number.
meteorFLOW
It’s a song about being apart from someone important, yet always thinking of them under the same sky.
It’s by FLOW, a twin-vocal rock band, released in 2004 as their third major-label single.
The crisp guitar riffs and somewhat wistful melody really stick with you.
The chorus is so catchy you can’t help but hum along.