[Masterpieces to Enjoy During Summer Vacation] A collection of summer songs bursting with summer vibes
Speaking of summer vacation, for students it’s the longest break of the year.
With festivals, high school baseball, trips to the beach or river, and so many other events, it’s a really exciting season! In this article, we’ll introduce songs you’ll want to listen to during summer vacation.
We’ve gathered not only exhilarating tracks but also songs that capture the unique wistfulness and melancholy of summer.
These tunes will make your summer even more memorable, so be sure to give them a listen!
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[Masterpieces to Enjoy During Summer Vacation] A Collection of Summer Songs with Full-On Summer Vibes (41–50)
Brand New MeLittle Glee Monster
The collaboration song “Brand New Me” with the apparel brand REPIPI ARMARIO.
It’s a summer tune we want people who are thinking, “I want to change myself this summer vacation!” to hear.
During the long summer break, if you don’t have club activities or entrance exam prep, it’s the perfect chance to enjoy meeting new people or finally try things you’ve wanted to do but couldn’t.
And the perfect song for that moment is this one by Little Glee Monster.
It celebrates the new you, and when you don’t have the courage to take the leap, it gently gives you a push.
Masterpieces to Listen to During Summer Vacation: A Collection of Full-On Summer Mood Songs (51–60)
Fireworks MagicAnsako
This is a song that captures a girl’s wavering feelings on the last day of summer vacation—whether to confess her feelings to the person she likes or not.
During the school term you can see your crush every day, but if you don’t have any other connection, summer vacation can mean hardly seeing them at all.
Maybe you secretly wish someone in your class would plan something like fireworks or a camping trip.
If you’re lucky enough to get that chance, let this song lift your spirits! Confessing takes courage, but this song is sure to give you the bravery you need.
ApollodorusMrs. GREEN APPLE
A song that lets you feel the joy and bittersweetness of summer at the same time.
Released in July 2024, this track is packed with the charm of Mrs.
GREEN APPLE.
Its refreshing melody and profound lyrics resonate deeply, coloring your summer memories.
The piece feels like a return to the band’s roots, carrying emotional depth and philosophical themes that evoke empathy in listeners.
It’s perfect for making summer memories—great for drives to the beach or mountains, fireworks festivals, and more.
Recommended for anyone who wants to feel youthful energy or savor the poignancy of summer.
Promise of SunflowersHata Motohiro
Himawari no Yakusoku (Promise of a Sunflower) is Motohiro Hata’s 17th single and was used as the theme song for the animated film STAND BY ME Doraemon.
Released in 2014, it reached No.
10 on the Oricon Weekly Chart.
The lyrics portray Nobita’s growth and the relationship between Doraemon and Nobita, highlighting the film’s moving story.
It’s a song that conveys warmth like a “sunflower,” so be sure to give it a listen!
Emo-ish summerLucky Kilimanjaro
An emotional number by Lucky Kilimanjaro that vividly brings summertime scenes to mind.
The shimmering tones of the synthesizer and the breezy rhythm paint a bright picture of the early thrills of romance and the unstoppable swell of emotion.
The lyrics capture a heart swaying in the special atmosphere of summer, wrapping listeners in a feeling that’s a little bittersweet yet warm.
Released as a single in July 2020, the track built anticipation as a follow-up to their major-label first album, “!magination.” Its exposure on NTV’s Sukkiri and as the ending theme for Fuji TV’s Netapare further raised its profile.
It also received extensive radio play, including three consecutive weeks in the TOP 5 on J-WAVE’s TOKIO HOT 100.
It’s a perfect song to listen to while relaxing by the seaside to the sound of waves, or in the sentimental mood of twilight.
Give it a listen in those kinds of moments.
Summer Love Sensationmakaroni enpitsu
A song by Macaroni Enpitsu that captures the dazzling brightness of summer love and the sudden pangs of wistfulness that come with it.
It conjures vivid summer memories, like a fireworks date in yukata or a quiet moment in a cool room.
Released in August 2017 as the band’s first CD single, the track was also included on their album “CHOSYOKU” released the same year.
It was further selected as the ending theme for TV Tokyo’s music program “MelodiX!” for August 2017.
Whether you’re in the midst of a summer romance right now or reminiscing about one that has passed, doesn’t it feel like this song gently whispers, “It’s going to be okay”?
StarmineDa-iCE
This song, which captures the exhilaration of a fireworks festival, is the ultimate summer anthem themed around a special summer night for lovers.
The scenes of a fireworks show spent with a partner in a yukata vividly come to mind, and the lyrics depicting a mature summer romance make it a particularly memorable track.
Released in August 2022 as a digital-only single, it became a major sensation with over 600 million views on TikTok.
The YouTube music video became the fastest in Da-iCE’s history to reach 10 million views, and the song was selected for the Excellent Work Award at the 64th Japan Record Awards.
It’s perfect for anyone planning a date at a fireworks festival or looking to soak up the atmosphere of a summer matsuri.