Great songs recommended for people in their 30s. Classic and popular Japanese songs.
I believe everyone has someone they want to thank.Songs that sing about gratitude are all wonderful, aren’t they?It doesn’t matter who that person is!Your mother, father, family, friends, partner, seniors or juniors—there are so many, I’m sure.I hope you’ll listen while thinking of that special person.
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Great songs recommended for people in their 30s: Classic and popular Japanese hits (121–130)
Motherkariyushi 58
A heartwarming song that lets you feel the breeze of Okinawa.
Created by Shingo Maekawa as an expression of gratitude to his mother, this piece resonates deeply with many listeners.
Released in September 2006, it received high acclaim, including the New Artist Award at the Japan Cable Awards.
The lyrics gently convey feelings that are hard to express—reluctance to be honest and gratitude that can’t be put into words.
It’s perfect not only as a Mother’s Day or birthday gift, but also for any ordinary day when you want to be reminded of the importance of family.
It’s a song we especially hope those struggling with parent-child relationships will listen to.
I want to see you.yuzu
Yuzu’s “Aitai” is a song about longing for someone you can no longer meet.
Even though family should be precious, it’s often only after we can’t see them that we truly feel their importance.
The lyrics that sing, “I won’t forget you, thank you,” are deeply moving.
Many people may have someone they want to send this song to right now.
Yuzu’s songs are in a high key, but even if men lower the key to sing it, it can be enjoyed with a different vibe.
It’s a song that people of various generations can enjoy together.
GratitudeKasarinchu
“Kansha” is a song overflowing with gratitude toward the parents and people who raised us.
Sung by Kasarinchu from Kagoshima Prefecture, this refreshing pop number is one you’ll definitely want to sing for your beloved mom and dad.
The lyrics are grand in scope, expressing thanks not only to parents but also to various people like uncles and teachers.
There are even lines that convey gratitude for simply being alive, and the depth of that message is sure to tighten your chest.
If you’re looking for a heartfelt gratitude song with a strong message, this one is highly recommended!
Homesick Night Homesick BluesKaneko Ayano
Even when we’re far apart, our hearts are always longing for family.
Kaneko Ayano’s song gently sings of those feelings.
Included on her November 2015 album “Loving Planet,” this warm track portrays both gratitude toward one’s family and the conflict of becoming independent.
Its lyrics capture everyday, ordinary scenes that stir the listener’s heart.
It’s perfect for students who’ve just started living on their own or for those away from home for work.
When that swell of emotion for your family rises up, why not listen to this song? It will surely make you want to express your gratitude to the people you cherish.
Good songs recommended for people in their 30s: Classic and popular Japanese hits (131–140)
A gift from GodSazan Ōrusutāzu
The ever-beloved Southern All Stars present a song filled with thoughts for parents and children, marked by its heartwarming message and distinctive melody.
Imbued with love and respect for Japanese pop music, this work was first broadcast in February 2025 as the theme song for programs commemorating the 100th anniversary of NHK’s broadcasting.
Included on the album “THANK YOU SO MUCH,” it is sprinkled with homages to various classic Showa-era songs.
With a deep appreciation for Japan’s storied music scene and a wish to pass on musical culture to the next generation, this piece is one to be savored by parents and children alike.
It’s sure to be a wonderful opportunity to express gratitude through music as a Mother’s Day gift.
Thank youshikuramen
Although it wasn’t released as a single, the defining feature of this song is, without a doubt, its lyrics.
By rhythmically expressing gratitude for being born, the message can be conveyed gently without feeling heavy.
The sincere words of the lyrics resonate with the heart.
I’ll be by your side even 100 years from now.Tīna Karīna
The song of gratitude to a mother, sung by Osaka-born singer-songwriter Tiina Karina, is “I’ll Be by Your Side 100 Years from Now.” It’s the title track of her second album, released in 2015.
The lyrics, which capture the complex mix of “thank you” and “I’m sorry” as she watches her mother age and grow frail, are deeply moving.
Since everyone experiences their parents growing older as they themselves grow up, many people can relate.
Why not listen to “I’ll Be by Your Side 100 Years from Now” and take the opportunity to express your gratitude to your parents?
