Classic travel songs. Travel tunes that color your journeys—perfect for both the everyday and the extraordinary.
When it comes to travel, it’s all about the music.
These days there are so many travel shows that just watching them makes you want to go somewhere, right?
And the stylish background music they use.
There’s so much music that makes you feel like you’re on a trip just by listening.
How do you like to spend your time when you travel?
Enjoying delicious food and meeting new people are part of the fun, aren’t they?
In this article, we’ve picked travel songs that focus on the journey itself, as well as tracks that capture the excitement and resolve you feel when you set off—songs that resonate with each person’s emotions.
They’re all wonderful songs that will lift your mood not only when you’re traveling, but also in your everyday life.
Be sure to give them a listen while you’re on the move or in the car!
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Masterpieces of travel songs: Travel tunes that color your journeys—perfect for both everyday life and extraordinary moments (21–30)
Highwaykururi
Released as a single on November 5, 2003.
It was chosen as the theme song for the film Josee, the Tiger and the Fish, for which Quruli provided the music.
With its comfortably paced mid-tempo sound, it’s a track that makes you want to set off on a laid-back journey.
The music video features Satoshi Tsumabuki.
Summer Colorsyuzu
A song by the male duo Yuzu, released on June 3, 1998.
More than 15 years after its release, it was used in 2017 as the CM song for Lotte’s “Sou.” It’s an upbeat, refreshing youth anthem that’s sure to lift your spirits when you listen.
It’s also a real crowd-pleaser at Yuzu’s live shows.
Classic travel songs: Travel tunes that color your journeys—perfect for both everyday life and extraordinary moments (31–40)
Night on the Galactic RailroadGOING STEADY
It’s a fun song with slightly fairy-tale, fantasy-like lyrics.
If you try traveling while listening to it, you might really start to feel like you can see a wonderful world.
It could be fun to listen to at night, too!
Trip to HeavenTHE YELLOW MONKEY
From the very start, THE YELLOW MONKEY’s sound crackles through and grabs your heart—this song “Tengoku Ryokou” (Heaven Trip).
The word “heaven” itself stirs up even more unease, and the lyrics are deeply meaningful, gouging at the listener’s imagination.
It’s not a “We’re off on a fun trip! I’m so pumped!” kind of vibe; instead, the Yemon world bursts forth, speaking gently yet powerfully to your heart.
How about taking it along on a journey that makes you reflect on your life?
GoodbyeToe
A track by the alternative band toe.
It was included on the mini-album “new sentimentality e.p.” released on December 6, 2006.
Its delicate sounds seem to create a mysterious space, making it a song you’d want to listen to while gazing at the starry sky on a remote island.
To the land I long forBO GUMBOS
Bo Gumbos is a band that, even after disbanding in 1995, continues to have a devoted fanbase and is respected by many artists.
Their song, described as a “theme song for journeys,” is a classic that gently gives a push to anyone setting out on a trip.
The soulful vocals of Donto sing of a deep yearning for a “longed-for place,” delivering a message that resonates in the heart.
A Two-Hour Vacation (featuring Sheena Ringo)Utada Hikaru
Hikaru Utada, one of Japan’s quintessential divas, teams up with her long-time friend Ringo Sheena for the sumptuous track “A Two-Hour Vacation.” As the title suggests, it’s themed around a brief getaway, but it portrays a kind of “everyday vacation” — like, let’s take a flashy breather! — amid their hectic days as both mothers and musicians.
It’s a travel song that really resonates with women in the child-rearing stage or those busy with work, making you feel like stepping out for a little outing.