[Summer Anisongs] Iconic and Popular Anime Tracks That Feel Like Summer

I love you soooo much!HY

TV Anime “The Girl I Like in Okinawa Is Too Dialect-Heavy, It’s Painful” Non-Credit OP | HY “Dai Dai Daisuki”

It’s a song by HY that feels like a pleasant Okinawan breeze blowing through! The cheerful tones of the sanshin blend beautifully with a lively rock sound, and just listening to it lifts your spirits.

It’s the opening theme for the TV anime “The Girl I Like in Okinawa Speaks Too Much Dialect, It’s Tough,” and is included on the album “TIME,” released in January 2025.

The melody and lyrics capture the sweet-and-sour flavor of youth and those fleeting moments of poignancy, and the straightforward “I love you!” feelings toward a special someone come through clearly.

Perfect for a refreshing mood boost on a summer drive!

Islanders’ Treasurehīnā (CV: Kitō Akari) kānā (CV: Fairūzu Ai)

Islanders' Treasure

It’s a moving song filled with deep love for Okinawa’s beautiful nature and culture.

A cover of a classic by the Okinawa-born band BEGIN, delivered with a clear, translucent voice.

The sound of the sanshin and the rhythm of Eisa are comforting and evoke a gentle nostalgia.

This work is the ending theme for the TV anime “The Girl I Like in Okinawa Is Too Dialect-Heavy, It’s Painful,” airing in January 2025.

Listening to it when you’re reminiscing about your hometown may gently warm your heart.

Heart’s Whim (feat. Kopi)kobasoro

Heart’s Whim feat. Kopi / Kobasolo (Collab MV with “Chi’s Sweet Adventure: Pon Pon Raa Summer Vacation”)

A buoyant, lively melody that feels like it’s inviting you on a summer adventure.

Crafted by Kobasolo and Kopi, this song was released in August 2024 as the opening theme for the anime “Chi’s Sweet Summer Vacation.” It’s a sparkling track that turns the little thrills hidden in everyday life into sound, wrapping you in a floating sensation as if your heart were going out for a stroll.

If you’re looking for music that makes an ordinary day feel special, this is for you.

Lapis-Lazuli EarthOikawa Nazuna (CV: Hirose Suzu)

Lapis-Lazuli Earth

This is an insert song from the animated film “Fireworks, Should We See It from the Side or the Bottom?”.

The song was originally included on Seiko Matsuda’s 1986 album “SUPREME,” and this version is a cover.

Suzu Hirose, who plays the heroine Nazuna Oikawa, delivers vocals that blend beautifully with the gentle interplay of piano and strings, quietly resonating in the listener’s heart.

The lyrics carry a sense of hope beyond hardship and a tenderness toward the Earth, leaving you with a warm feeling.

It’s a perfect track for those summer nights when you want to soothe your soul.

RainHata Motohiro

Rain

It’s a song whose sound of rain seeps into the heart.

Sung powerfully by Motohiro Hata, this piece was originally a masterpiece released to the world by Senri Oe on his 1988 album “1234,” with Hata’s version included on his May 2013 single “Kotonoha.” It graced the ending of the animated film “The Garden of Words,” captivating fans.

The ineffable pangs of sorrow and the subtleties of the heart are delicately portrayed alongside rainy scenes, and that frustrating sense of longing tightens the chest.

Perfect for gazing at a summer downpour lost in thought, or for nights when you want to shed tears over a love that has passed.

Ghost SunflowerPii

Pii “Ghost Sunflower” MUSIC VIDEO – Opening theme song of the anime “Tonari no Yokai-san”

Pii’s “Ghost Sunflower” was used as the opening theme for the anime My Neighbor the Yokai and was released on April 24, 2024.

Born from experiences in a nature-rich setting, the song carries a gentle ambiance alongside its soothing pop sound.

The lyrics, which evoke nostalgia and warmth, weave in feelings of loneliness, happiness, and bonds, resonating deeply with listeners.

Give it a listen before summer begins, and you’re sure to feel your anticipation for the season ahead grow.

Blue BookmarkGalileo Galilei

Galileo Galilei - Aoi Shiori (Blue Bookmark)

It’s a single released in 2011 and the opening theme for “Anohana: The Flower We Saw That Day.” Since the anime is set in Chichibu City, Saitama Prefecture, the music video was also filmed there.

It’s said that the song was composed and recorded with the intention of creating truly wonderful guitar pop.