Popular Showa-era songs you can use in Instagram Stories
There are moments when you really feel the passage of time—like when old songs become revival hits through social media or get highly praised by younger generations.
So this time, we’re introducing a selection of popular Showa-era songs that are perfect for Instagram Stories!
Even among older tracks, there are countless masterpieces still loved today—covered by contemporary artists or used in commercials.
We’ve gathered songs that have regained the spotlight mainly through social media, so be sure to check them out!
I’d be thrilled if you used the songs I introduce in your own Instagram Stories.
Let’s get started!
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Popular Showa-era songs you can use for Instagram Stories (1–10)
Midnight PretendersAran Tomoko
This song sung by Tomoko Aran is very popular on Instagram Stories.
Its lyrics, depicting a secret love between two people drifting along the nighttime sea, are striking, and it’s known as a classic of city pop.
It was included on the album “Floating Space,” released in May 1983, with music composed by Tetsurō Oda.
In 2022, it was sampled by Canadian artist The Weeknd, bringing it to a new audience worldwide.
It’s the perfect track for creating a mature atmosphere—whether for a night drive or making memories with a lover.
Be sure to try using it in your Instagram Story!
I can’t put it into wordsOff Course
This song, which beautifully expresses feelings that are hard to put into words, is also very popular on Instagram.
Kazumasa Oda’s delicate voice and each of his phrases resonate deeply in the heart.
Released in February 1982, the track is also included on the album “over.” In 1999, Oda re-recorded it for a Meiji Life Insurance commercial, and it has since been loved across generations.
It’s the perfect song when you want to convey the complex emotions felt in love or at life’s turning points.
Try using it in your Instagram Stories—it’s sure to touch your followers’ hearts as well.
Love VacationZa Pīnattsu
This song about a summer romance is one of The Peanuts’ signature tracks and is very popular on Instagram Stories.
Released in April 1963, its lyrics portray a holiday fling set to a light, upbeat melody.
Written by Tokiko Iwatani and composed by Hiroshi Miyagawa, the piece won the Arrangement Award at the 5th Japan Record Awards and was also performed at the 14th NHK Kōhaku Uta Gassen.
It’s a perfect choice for anyone who wants to share memories of summer or joyful moments with a lover in their Stories.
Give it a try!
Popular Showa-era songs you can use for Instagram Stories (11–20)
Season in the sunTUBE
A song that brilliantly captures the feeling of summer and a refreshing first love is gaining attention again on social media.
Known as one of TUBE’s signature tracks, it was released in April 1986 and was also used in a Kirin Beer commercial.
It features an urban vibe that evokes the Shonan coast and a distinctive chord progression.
The lyrics convey the bittersweetness and tenderness of a summer romance, expressing a wish to stop time and make that moment last forever.
It’s a perfect pick for reminiscing about summer memories and youthful days on Instagram Stories.
Highly recommended for anyone looking to enjoy the summer season.
Last Summer WhisperAnri
It’s a classic that captures the bittersweet feelings of love at summer’s end.
Anri’s clear, translucent voice gently wraps the story of a romance fading with the changing seasons.
Included on the 1982 album “Heaven Beach,” this song remains beloved as a quintessential piece of city pop.
With Toshiki Kadomatsu’s sophisticated lyrics and beautiful melody, it resonates deeply with listeners.
It’s perfect for when you want to look back on summer memories—and it’s sure to create a nostalgic mood if you use it in your Instagram Stories.
Into the DreamInoue Yosui
One of Yosui Inoue’s signature songs is gaining popularity on Instagram Stories.
This classic expresses the desire to escape the bustle of everyday life and slip into a dream.
Released in March 1973, it became a major hit, reaching the top 20 on the Oricon charts.
It was also used as the theme song for Toho’s film “After School,” selling around 200,000 copies.
The song’s appeal lies in its lyrics, which empathize with those wishing to be freed from the pains of reality.
It’s a perfect track for capturing everyday moments on Instagram Stories.
Give it a try!
I knew it—I love you.yashiki takajin
Sung in the Kansai dialect, this song has a charm that resonates with listeners.
The lyrics, which vividly portray the complex emotions of a woman unable to move on from a broken heart, are striking, and Takajin Yashiki’s emotionally rich vocals enhance its appeal.
Released in September 1986, the track was also included on the album “For You ~Yappa Sukiyanen~,” and it became one of Yashiki Takajin’s signature songs.
Since May 2014, it has been used as the departure melody at Osaka Station on the Osaka Loop Line, making it a well-loved, community-rooted tune.
With its catchy phrases and melody, using it in an Instagram Story can create a heartwarming atmosphere tinged with nostalgia.