Masterpieces that sing of the stars. Star songs that resonate in the heart, best heard beneath the night sky.
Since ancient times, people have gazed up at the night sky filled with stars, letting constellations stir countless thoughts and feelings.
From among the many classic songs perfect for a starry night, here are selections themed around stars or related to them.
Alongside romantic and love songs, there are also tracks that evoke bonds and connections in a broader sense.
Whether you’re looking for songs that suit the night, want to find tracks that mention constellations, or need star-themed tunes everyone can enjoy, these are for you.
Be sure to relax and listen while you gaze at the starry sky.
- Songs of the constellations: classic and popular tracks you’ll want to listen to while gazing at the night sky
- A timeless masterpiece that lets you feel the cosmos. A space-themed song filled with dreams and love, evoking starry skies and galaxies.
- [Night Songs] Classic masterpieces themed around the night. J-POP you’ll want to listen to at nighttime.
- [Moon Songs Special] Famous songs about the moon. Songs you’ll want to listen to under a full moon or in the moonlight.
- Classic songs that sing of the sky. Recommended popular tracks that will make you long for the sky.
- [Tanabata Song] Exquisite Japanese love songs to listen to under the starry sky
- [Stars, Fireflies, etc.] A collection of songs whose titles start with “Ho” (ほ)
- [Tearjerker] Songs that make your heart tremble with tears & moving tracks with lyrics that touch the soul
- [Emotional Track] Stylish night songs to listen to at night
- Songs that make you want to fall in love just by listening! Classic love songs recommended for Gen Z
- Iconic ballads of 90s J-pop: nostalgic mega-hits and fan favorites
- A song perfect for fireworks that color the summer night sky
- [Masterpiece Classics] A special showcase of gem-like masterpieces so beautiful they’ll move you to tears
Masterpieces that sang of the stars: moving star songs to hear with the night sky (81–90)
Waltz of StarlightSen Masao
It’s a song that spread through word of mouth thanks to listeners’ support, gaining popularity on cable radio a year after its release.
It deepens with a poignant feeling, as if the two lovers—who must part despite their love—confirm their feelings one last time under the starlight.
Night of ConstellationsKiyoharu
It’s a romantic rock number that sings about wanting to look only at the world we love.
The song is by singer-songwriter Kiyoharu, also known as the frontman of the band Kuroyume, and it was released in 2006 as his seventh single.
His sweet vocals mesh perfectly with the lustrous sound arrangement, making it a compelling listen.
And that distorted guitar tone is seriously cool! It’s a message song that quietly sets the heart ablaze, overwhelmed by the energy that surges up from deep within the track.
Kiss of a shooting star9nine
This is the quintessential idol song! The upbeat, energetic vibe and the contrast with the quiet phrase right before the last chorus are wonderful.
It’s a love song that feels like a fresh page out of youth.
It portrays the feelings of a girl in love, growing as she sways between excitement and anxiety about the future.
Love in the Stars -On the Night When the Stars Meet-MORISAKI WIN (Morisaki Uin)
It’s a love song overflowing with feelings for a beloved person.
The track is by Win Morisaki, a Myanmar-born artist who is also active as an actor, and it was released as a single in 2021.
The melody conjures up an image of a starry, sparkling night sky, which pairs perfectly with Morisaki’s sweet vocals.
If you sing it to your girlfriend at karaoke as a couple, she might be delighted.
…I hope to meet someone who makes me feel this way, too.
MercuryKariyaseira
It’s a different version from this track, but many of you might know the mashup with “Konya wa Boogie Back” from the tipsy-themed commercial.
This is a cover sung by Seira Kariya—who also appeared in tofubeats’s music video—of the original version released 10 years earlier.
Her crystal-clear vocals and rhythmic flow vividly capture the sparkle of the night.
It’s sure to lift your spirits, perfect for the excitement of nighttime or as a companion on your travels.
It conjures images of glittering nightscapes and starlit skies.
Black StarIshizaki Hyuui
It’s a stylish, high-energy number that makes you feel like charging straight toward your dreams without overthinking it.
Written and performed by singer-songwriter Huey Ishizaki, it was released in 2021.
Its urban soundscape, infused with a touch of funky music, is exceptionally easy on the ears.
The melody that rides on top is light and buoyant, lifting your spirits.
Rather than a song for taking things step by step, it’s a piece that helps you dash through like the wind.
Masterpieces that sing of the stars. Star songs that resonate with the heart, best heard with the night sky (91–100)
Star SandKoyanagi Rumiko
Although it’s rare in this day and age, this song laments the sorrow of being torn from one’s true love by being married off to the fiancé chosen by one’s parents.
When I picture a woman who can only entrust her feelings for the one she loved to the sand by the sea, my heart feels as if it’s being torn apart.