Youthful songs to listen to in summer. Classic summer hits and recommended popular tracks.
When you think of summer, you think of youth! That’s the image most of us have, right?
During summer break, we go out to all sorts of places or throw ourselves into club activities… Not only current students, but adults too probably have all kinds of memories, don’t you?
In this article, we’ll introduce plenty of songs that are perfect for a summer that feels full of seishun—that youthful spirit!
We’ve gathered tracks packed with different shades of youth—friendship, romance, dreams—so you’re sure to find something that really hits home.
Alright, let’s dive in and start listening!
Playlist
| Youthful songs to listen to in summer. Classic summer hits and recommended popular tracks. | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| show_chart | Title | Playlist | Review |
| 1east | Blue and SummerMrs. GREEN APPLE |  play_arrow | A rock song that feels like summer and serves as a movie theme song |
| 2east | summer festivalWhiteberry |  play_arrow | A refreshing rock song that sings about summer memories of youth |
| 3east | Summer Colorsyuzu |  play_arrow | Yuzu’s signature song, a refreshing summer youth anthem |
| 4east | lilacMrs. GREEN APPLE |  play_arrow | A heart-stirring song that portrays the bittersweetness and hope of youth |
| 5east | Ghost in the FlowersYorushika |  play_arrow | Summer memories, Yorushika’s heartrending masterpiece |
| 6east | All of the YouthFujifaburikku |  play_arrow | Fujifabric’s 10th summer classic, memories of youth |
| 7east | secret base ~What You Gave Me~ZONE |  play_arrow | A summer song that depicts 'memories of childhood' |
| 8east | fireworksaiko |  play_arrow | aiko’s classic song that depicts the youth of summer |
| 9east | fireworks (launched into the sky)DAOKO × Yonezu Kenshi |  play_arrow | A collaborative song that portrays the bittersweet feelings of summer love |
| 10east | MiracleGReeeeN |  play_arrow | A classic song that portrays GReeeeN’s youth |
| 11east | astronomical observationBUMP OF CHICKEN |  play_arrow | A classic youth rock song by BUMP OF CHICKEN |
| 12east | water lily blossomShonan no Kaze |  play_arrow | Shonan no Kaze’s summer classic—waving towels is the best! |
| 13east | The Story You Don’t Knowsupercell |  play_arrow | Supercell’s first single, a poignant anthem of youth |
| 14east | My Past Life, Many Lifetimes AgoRADWIMPS |  play_arrow | Expressing youthful feelings with a fast-paced melody |
| 15east | End of SummerShimizu Shota |  play_arrow | A bittersweet memory of a summer’s-end romance |
| 16east | Unchanging ThingsOku Hanako |  play_arrow | A nostalgic youth song on a summer evening |
| 17east | Super SummerNiziU |  play_arrow | NiziU’s youthful summer hit song |
| 18east | Only for you, clear skiesYorushika |  play_arrow | A poignant song that evokes memories of summer |
| 19east | Trace that dreamYOASOBI |  play_arrow | A summer song by YOASOBI that portrays the faint feelings of first love in youth |
| 20east | Summer MemoriesKetsumeishi |  play_arrow | A moving classic that captures the memories of summer |
| 21east | Summer LoveInoue Sonoko |  play_arrow | A summer youth love song, brimming with unrequited feelings |
| 22east | You are the seaMy Hair is Bad |  play_arrow | A refreshing rock number that depicts youthful love and coming of age |
| 23east | Ghost of the SeaYonezu Kenshi |  play_arrow | Kenshi Yonezu’s “Umi no Yuurei” is a wistful coming-of-age song. |
| 24east | Because I met youmiwa |  play_arrow | A club-activity single from miwa that cheers on youth |
| 25east | SUMMER SONGYUI |  play_arrow | A youthful summer song, a classic by YUI |
| 26east | together; along with; bothWANIMA |  play_arrow | WANIMA's 'Tomoni' is a song full of exhilaration and drive. |
| 27east | Nagisasupittsu |  play_arrow | A classic Spitz song that captures the feeling of summer seas and youth |
| 28east | Song of the Blue BookmarkFantasticYouth × Uorupisu Kātā |  play_arrow | A popular duo that met on social media and makes music together |
| 29east | Summertime Recordjin |  play_arrow | A bittersweet summer song: Jin's 'Kagerou Daze' |
| 30east | I won’t forget it.kessoku bando |  play_arrow | An inspiring summer song by a youthful rock band |
| 31east | That summer is becoming an addiction.Jenīhai |  play_arrow | A nostalgic song that depicts the end of summer |
| 32east | Shadows of SummerMrs. GREEN APPLE |  play_arrow | A song that portrays the end of summer and the transition into adulthood through delicate depictions of everyday life. |
| 33east | Summertime CinderellaRyokushokushakai |  play_arrow | Ryokuoushoku Shakai's summer-themed main theme song |
| 34east | Sunny Day SundaySENTIMENTAL:BUS |  play_arrow | An iconic song that symbolizes summer baseball and youth |
| 35east | From Me to Youflumpool |  play_arrow | A classic flumpool song that portrays the bittersweet love of youth. |
| 36east | miraclemiwa |  play_arrow | Summer blue skies, a wistful love, a song of youth |
| 37east | HANABIikimonogakari |  play_arrow | A youthful song, HANABI, that colors summer love |
| 38east | OrangeGReeeeN |  play_arrow | A summer youth song overflowing with love |
| 39east | The hottest summer in the worldPRINCESS PRINCESS |  play_arrow | A classic Princess Princess song that feels like summer |
| 40east | If you laugh at the skywacci |  play_arrow | A heartwarming song by wacci that cheers on youth |
| 41east | Surfing JohnnyKuwata Keisuke |  play_arrow | A classic song that portrays summer romance and youth |
| 42east | FateOfisharu Higedan Dism |  play_arrow | Official HIGE DANDism’s youth message song |
| 43east | Because of the summerRADWIMPS |  play_arrow | A grand yet heartrending piece that portrays the emotions of summer |
| 44east | ultramarineYOASOBI |  play_arrow | An inspiring YOASOBI song that sings of youthful passion |
| 45east | rainbowFukuyama Masaharu |  play_arrow | Masaharu Fukuyama’s “Niji” is a song about youth. |
| 46east | Live the summerRyokushokushakai |  play_arrow | A fast-paced song that captures the bittersweetness and hope of youth |
| 47east | Opening DeclarationNovelbright |  play_arrow | A rock band that makes its presence felt with a live performance at the Nippon Budokan. |
| 48east | Starting Oversumika |  play_arrow | A coming-of-age rock song by sumika popular among young people |
| 49east | Mock youthMEGA SHINNOSUKE |  play_arrow | At summer’s end, the fleeting melody of youth |
| 50east | Samama Festival!Mrs. GREEN APPLE |  play_arrow | Mrs.' Hidden Charm Summer Song |
| 51east | 0.1smol-74 |  play_arrow | A refreshing rock tune for summer. The importance of youth. |
| 52east | Soda Pop Lovenaniwa danshi |  play_arrow | Naniwa Danshi’s sweet love song |
| 53east | summer festivalyuzu |  play_arrow | Yuzu’s classic song “Natsu Matsuri” is a summer memory. |
| 54east | cotton candyback number |  play_arrow | A famous back number song that portrays the bittersweet feelings of youth |
| 55east | BoyhoodInoue Yosui |  play_arrow | Inoue Yosui’s signature song “Shōnen Jidai” is a masterpiece. |
| 56east | Is youth embarrassing, or is it youth if it’s embarrassing?Ryokushokushakai |  play_arrow | A heart-stirring masterpiece that cherishes a fleeting moment of youth |
| 57east | A voice that calls summerSizuk/Shunryu |  play_arrow | Express the youth of summer with a full sense of speed |
| 58east | Nagisaimase |  play_arrow | imase’s popular summer song on TikTok, “Nagisa” |
| 59east | That paper airplane splits the cloudy sky19 |  play_arrow | 19. A youthful duo that disbanded at the peak of their popularity |
| 60east | Everyday, KachushaAKB48 |  play_arrow | AKB48, a wistful summer unrequited love song |
| 61east | Kujira No. 12JUDY AND MARY |  play_arrow | The classic hit “Whale No. 12” by JUDY AND MARY |
| 62east | Roco LotionORANGE RANGE |  play_arrow | A classic by a rock band from Okinawa that colors the summer |
| 63east | piercingWOLF HOWL HARMONY |  play_arrow | The radiance of youth, a song that echoes on a summer night |
| 64east | Heat haze of Augustmakaroni enpitsu |  play_arrow | Formed within Senzoku Gakuen College of Music in Kanagawa Prefecture… |
| 65east | Midsummer SunŌhara Sakurako |  play_arrow | A refreshing song with luxurious lyrics by Seiji Kameda |
| 66east | Our Summer DreamYamashita Tatsuro |  play_arrow | I feel the spirit of youth in Tatsuro Yamashita’s summer songs. |
| 67east | TSUNAMISazan Ōrusutāzu |  play_arrow | Heartbreak emotions swaying like waves |
| 68east | Stars swimmakaroni enpitsu |  play_arrow | Macaroni Enpitsu’s bittersweet summer song |
| 69east | Magic hourRyokushokushakai |  play_arrow | A song of pure feelings on a summer evening |
| 70east | Season in the SunTUBE |  play_arrow | The fateful song that colors TUBE’s summer |
| 71east | rememberUru |  play_arrow | A voice that moves the heart, a refreshing song that sings of support |
| 72east | Because I’ve always loved you.neguse. |  play_arrow | An anthem of youth; the summer high school baseball theme song |
| 73east | Voice of the Seaurashima tarou |  play_arrow | Kenta Kiritani’s moving “Voice of the Sea” |
| 74east | rainbowAqua Timez |  play_arrow | Song of Hope, the Strength to Overcome Hardship |
| 75east | Full driveKANA-BOON |  play_arrow | A four-on-the-floor beat track brimming with a sense of speed |
| 76east | HOT LIMITT.M.Revolution |  play_arrow | T.M.Revolution Mitsuya Cider commercial song |
| 77east | Atsuatsu Boogie BackSuzuki Suzuki |  play_arrow | A summer anthem that hints at the beginning of a summer romance |
| 78east | Youth is eternalShōnan no Kaze feat. Atarashii Gakkō no Leaders |  play_arrow | A youth anthem of cross-generational collaboration! |
| 79east | Summer of UniformsMayo Okamoto |  play_arrow | A classic song that sweetly and bittersweetly colors the memories of youth |
| 80east | Midsummer FireworksLIL LEAGUE |  play_arrow | A poignant love song that likens a summer romance to fireworks |
| 81east | In the Blueikimonogakari |  play_arrow | A refreshing song that portrays youth and friendship, bringing the feeling of summer. |
| 82east | Hi-FiveME:I |  play_arrow | A song brimming with the refreshing exhilaration of summer |
| 83east | Marigoldaimyon |  play_arrow | Aimyong’s summer classic surpasses 100 million plays |
| 84east | FlowerKinKi Kids |  play_arrow | Selected as the theme song for ANA’s Okinawa campaign commercial… |
| 85east | Somewhere in the summerWANIMA |  play_arrow | An anthem of self-expression that races through summer |
| 86east | Xia XiaoWANIMA |  play_arrow | The Light of Hope Sung by WANIMA |
| 87east | At the mercy of the seaYOASOBI |  play_arrow | A girl’s story of the night sea, the feeling of her heart being set free |
| 88east | sodasumika |  play_arrow | Unspoken feelings overlap with the fizz |
| 89east | I don’t need youth.Sangatsu no Phantasia |  play_arrow | A song by Sangatsu no Phantasia that portrays the impatience and inner conflict of youth |
| 90east | Midsummer day!Nogizaka 46 |  play_arrow | Nogizaka46’s bright summer tune, feelings of reunion |
| 91east | BUNBUN SUIBUNUchikubi Gokumon Doukoukai |  play_arrow | A summer song that advocates the importance of staying hydrated |
| 92east | Ocean ViewBAD HOP |  play_arrow | The best song with friends that colors the summer |
| 93east | Brilliant RainKing Gnu |  play_arrow | A powerful song that evokes a sense of hope |
| 94east | SparkleRADWIMPS |  play_arrow | RADWIMPS's moving song from 'Your Name.' |
| 95east | GarnetOku Hanako |  play_arrow | The theme song of The Girl Who Leapt Through Time, a track that resonates with the heart |
| 96east | H.A.N.A.B.I ~The Summer When You Were There~ZONE |  play_arrow | Vivid memories of summer love and fireworks |
| 97east | Sparklers feat. Lila IkutaSato Chiaki |  play_arrow | A pleasant song that captures the feeling of a summer romance |
| 98east | A Little Love SongMONGOL800 |  play_arrow | MONGOL800’s moving masterpiece: hope and warmth |
| 99east | HOTEL PACIFICSazan Ōrusutāzu |  play_arrow | A hot track where the summer sea and rhythm fuse |
| 100east | Mahoro in SummerHarukamirai |  play_arrow | A song of summer youth, a nostalgic memory |
| 101east | You are the summer breeze.Bocchi |  play_arrow | An inspiring song that captures the essence of youthful summer days |
| 102east | StarmineDa-iCE |  play_arrow | Da-iCE’s powerful track that heats up and colors the summer |
| 103east | fragrant oliveorenji supainikurabu |  play_arrow | A classic song that sings of the bittersweetness of youth |
| 104east | mixMarushii |  play_arrow | Google Pixel CM song, Marcy's heart-touching track |
| 105east | A Shortcut to SummerSakurazaka46 |  play_arrow | A summer youth love song that resonates with the heart |
| 106east | Ephemeral FireworksKamisama wa saikoro o furanai |  play_arrow | A song like fireworks blooming in the summer night sky |
| 107east | Ocean living roomSuzuki Suzuki |  play_arrow | A refreshing summer hit by a sibling duo |
| 108east | Summer memories scented by the windAAA |  play_arrow | A wistful love song that colors the end of summer |
| 109east | The Summer When You Were ThereMr.Children |  play_arrow | A refreshing classic that colors the memories of youth |
| 110east | Whimsical Romanticikimonogakari |  play_arrow | A famous song by Ikimonogakari that sings of the joy of love. |
| 111east | I can see you againKetsumeishi |  play_arrow | Summer reunion: bittersweet feelings and a fluttering heart |
| 112east | NatsuneYuuri |  play_arrow | A masterpiece that sings of the bittersweet emotions at the end of summer |
| 113east | bookmarkAqua Timez |  play_arrow | A youthful anthem, perfect for summer. |
| 114east | Drowning in summerBocchi |  play_arrow | A bittersweet summer love song that's trending on social media |
| 115east | Summer MiracleKALMA |  play_arrow | KALMA releases an exhilarating summer-themed rock track for streaming |
| 116east | sea glassSaucy Dog |  play_arrow | I was moved by Saucy Dog’s summer song. |
| 117east | Youth and youth and youthaimyon |  play_arrow | Aimyong, a classic song themed around youth |
| 118east | Naughty SunORANGE RANGE |  play_arrow | Invigorating ORANGE RANGE rock that won’t lose to the summer |
| 119east | You, the Sheep, and the BlueRADWIMPS |  play_arrow | A song brimming with passion that empowers challenges |
| 120east | Beautiful finsupittsu |  play_arrow | Detective Conan theme song depicts the summer sea |
| 121east | Mela!Ryokushokushakai |  play_arrow | A song that supports people who keep their passion burning |
| 122east | Midsummer Sounds Good!AKB48 |  play_arrow | A summer crush: an AKB48 song brimming with a sense of speed |
| 123east | Fanfaresumika |  play_arrow | A song of courage to overcome hardships and step forward into a new self |
| 124east | Blue HabitatKitanitatsuya |  play_arrow | A youth song depicting memories of adolescence |
| 125east | Full-Power BoySukima Suichi |  play_arrow | A call to pure passion and challenge |
| 126east | cherrysupittsu |  play_arrow | A refreshing youth song that leads from heartbreak to hope |
| 127east | scale (as of a fish or reptile)Hata Motohiro |  play_arrow | An uplifting song that gives you the courage to express your feelings |
| 128east | Sea Breeze and SelfishnessHinatazaka46 |  play_arrow | A wistful melody of first love by the summer seaside |
| 129east | Sound of SummerGReeeeN |  play_arrow | Bittersweet love music of a summer festival |
| 130east | A Little Love SongMONGOL800 |  play_arrow | Youth song, feelings for someone important |
| 131east | Ode to YouthMomoiro Kurōbā Zetto |  play_arrow | An upbeat, youthful song by an idol group |
| 132east | When the Sunflowers Bloomyuzu |  play_arrow | Yuzu’s iconic summer song—moving and relatable |
| 133east | LIFEkimaguren |  play_arrow | A summer song by Kimaguren from our high school days |
| 134east | Summer vacation never endssufia |  play_arrow | Sphere's summer cheer song is hot! |
| 135east | August nightyangusukinii |  play_arrow | A bittersweet summer love rock song by Young Skinny |
| 136east | ℃rakkuraifu |  play_arrow | A passionate youth anthem that resonates in the heat of summer |
| 137east | summer squallarashi |  play_arrow | Summer Gale! A refreshing anthem of youthful spirit |
| 138east | Scorching midsummerShonan no Kaze |  play_arrow | Shonan no Kaze’s summer song delivers youthfulness and emotion. |
| 139east | Summer NudeMagokoro Burazāzu |  play_arrow | Summer classic by Magokoro Brothers: “Summer Nude” |
| 140east | GO FOR IT!!Nishino Kana |  play_arrow | Get courage from Kana Nishino’s youth songs |
| 141east | mellowSuda Keina |  play_arrow | A mellow love song of summer light |
| 142east | Natsu LoveJuliet |  play_arrow | Gyaru-style unit Juliet, a bittersweet song about summer memories |
| 143east | Our DiaryME:I |  play_arrow | A heartwarming song that sings of summer memories |
| 144east | You and the summer music festivalSHISHAMO |  play_arrow | Songs of summer festivals, memories of youth |
| 145east | I want to become the wind.THE BOOM |  play_arrow | Create a pleasant atmosphere with a refreshing summer song |
| 146east | JOYYU-KI |  play_arrow | A masterpiece whose lyrics world of YUKI resonates in the heart |
| 147east | one’s true feelingssumika |  play_arrow | An inspiring song whose anthem of youth resonates in the heart |
| 148east | The End of Summeraibii karaa |  play_arrow | A feel-good youth song that portrays the end of summer |
| 149east | as alwaysChatto Monchī |  play_arrow | Young love and summer, a song by Chatmonchy |
| 150east | Summer Love Sensationmakaroni enpitsu |  play_arrow | A high-energy rock band track that portrays the summer of youth |
| 151east | Get fired upDaikoku Maki |  play_arrow | A summer classic by Maki Ohguro, shining with passion and power. |
| 152east | A midsummer passing showerUtada Hikaru |  play_arrow | A poignant song about summer rain and the end of a romance |
| 153east | The sky is rumbling.Toukyou Jihen |  play_arrow | Tokyo Jihen’s final single, a song made for summer festivals |
| 154east | A Midsummer Night’s DreamMatsutōya Yumi |  play_arrow | Yuming’s classic song “A Midsummer Night’s Dream” is a big hit. |
| 155east | sunflowerAdo |  play_arrow | A heartwarming song that portrays forward-looking hope and the bonds between people |
| 156east | Party night in summer dreamAge Factory |  play_arrow | A scorching dance-punk track that paints a summer night |
| 157east | Summer IllusionOmoinotake |  play_arrow | Omoinotake’s new song becomes a movie’s theme song |
| 158east | Sorry, SUMMERSKE48 |  play_arrow | A song that evokes memories of youth |
| 159east | Summer Speed feat. OkiishiNatsunose |  play_arrow | Natsunose’s summer track “Natsusoku” is making waves. |
| 160east | Music HourPorunogurafiti |  play_arrow | Pornograffitti's summer-themed song |
| 161east | Summer is comingDaikoku Maki |  play_arrow | Maki Ohguro’s passionate singing voice and heart |
| 162east | Oh Yeah!arashi |  play_arrow | A summer song included on Arashi’s new album “Time” |
| 163east | Et cetera related to the seashorePUFFY |  play_arrow | Puffy’s signature summer-coloring track, “Nagisa no Pop Song” |
| 164east | Summer loverSHISHAMO |  play_arrow | A wistful summer song that depicts SHISHAMO’s youth |
| 165east | All of the Youthsuis from Yorushika |  play_arrow | A heart-stirring song that portrays suis's youth and growth. |
| 166east | cheat dayNogizaka 46 |  play_arrow | Nogizaka46's summer youth anthem song |
| 167east | Feel Fine!Kuraki Mai |  play_arrow | Let's regain our energy with Mai Kuraki's summer songs! |
| 168east | That Summer’s Ambiguous Me feat. SUPER EIGHTToukyou Sukapara Daisu Ookesutora |  play_arrow | A coming-of-age song by Tokyo Ska Paradise Orchestra × SUPER EIGHT |
| 169east | BLUE BIRDHamasaki Ayumi |  play_arrow | Ayumi Hamasaki’s summer anthem: bittersweet yet hopeful |
| 170east | Like a white cloudsaruganseki |  play_arrow | A coming-of-age song that feels hope in the summer sky |
| 171east | sunflowerYūsuke |  play_arrow | A ballad that delivers Yusuke’s courage and warmth |
| 172east | Words Bubble Up Like Soda Popnever young beach |  play_arrow | A classic summer song that refreshingly conveys the feelings of youth |
| 173east | Boy, the breeze is fragrantatarayo |  play_arrow | A heart-touching song that refreshingly sings of youthful emotions |