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!
Playlist
| Classic travel songs. Travel tunes that color your journeys—perfect for both the everyday and the extraordinary. | |||
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| show_chart | Title | Playlist | Review |
| 1east | Traveler’s HighSukima Suichi | play_arrow | While driving through an unfamiliar town, I roll down the window... |
| 2east | travelingUtada Hikaru | play_arrow | Utada Hikaru's ninth single. It has a catchy vibe and features a fun music video. |
| 3east | One-Sixth Dream Traveler 2002Higuchi Ryōichi | play_arrow | The variety show produced by HTB, “How Do You Like Wednesday?” |
| 4east | FreedomLOVE PSYCHEDELICO | play_arrow | The TV program “Weekend Cinderella: The World! Lightning...” |
| 5east | The Reason We Set Out on a JourneyOzawa Kenji | play_arrow | It’s Kenji Ozawa’s 12th single, and the 19… |
| 6east | wandererOkuda Tamio | play_arrow | Tamio Okuda’s eighth single. 1998… |
| 7east | sparkleFuji Kaze | play_arrow | Fujii Kaze’s uplifting message song |
| 8east | Moonlight StationSEKAI NO OWARI | play_arrow | Trains are an essential part of travel... so here we are... |
| 9east | Beautiful JourneyHirai Dai | play_arrow | It’s a perfect song for summer trips and seaside getaways. Shin… |
| 10east | Time WarpPerfume | play_arrow | When I took my first step into a completely unfamiliar place... |
| 11east | migratory bird[Alexandros] | play_arrow | When you talk about [Alexandros]’s signature songs… |
| 12east | Easy★RiderOkuda Tamio | play_arrow | A signature song by Tamio Okuda, evoking a sense of liberation and the image of a carefree drive. |
| 13east | TrainKetsumeishi | play_arrow | Singing that we’ll keep moving forward no matter what happens... |
| 14east | Tracks of HopeSazan Ōrusutāzu | play_arrow | It was used as an insert song in the film Inamura Jane, and… |
| 15east | Slow & EasyHirai Dai | play_arrow | A warm song that invites you to a tropical beach |
| 16east | Like a white cloudsaruganseki | play_arrow | These days, there’s hardly a day you don’t see him hosting a variety show… |
| 17east | AdventureYOASOBI | play_arrow | YOASOBI adventure song theme for an amusement park |
| 18east | RPGSEKAI NO OWARI | play_arrow | An optimistic song that likens life to an adventure |
| 19east | Gather the Windhappiiendo | play_arrow | When asked, 'Speaking of travel songs,' this is the one that comes to mind... |
| 20east | The sky is just likeMONKEY MAJIK | play_arrow | Four-piece rock band MONKEY MAJI… |
| 21east | Endless JourneyMr.Children | play_arrow | A song released in 1998 that was featured in the drama “Naguru Onna” (The Woman Who Hits)… |
| 22east | Aux Champs-ÉlyséesKimyō Reitarō Toraberu Suingu Gakudan | play_arrow | In the commercial song for Suzuki’s “Lapin Chocolat”… |
| 23east | travelerGReeeeN | play_arrow | Al... released on June 10, 2009 |
| 24east | I will surely set out on a journey.supittsu | play_arrow | The 38th single released by Spitz. 201… |
| 25east | Like tonight’s moonElefanto Kashimashi | play_arrow | Released on July 30, 1997. Fuji TV... |
| 26east | Little AdventurerAkua (CV: Amamiya Sora), Megumin (CV: Takahashi Rie), Dakunesu (CV: Kayano Ai) | play_arrow | The anime set around adventures in another world, “Kono…” |
| 27east | KYOTOJUDY AND MARY | play_arrow | This song is from the album released in 1995, titled “…” |
| 28east | Night on the Galactic RailroadGOING STEADY | play_arrow | A touch of fairytale—well, more like fantasy... |
| 29east | Highwaykururi | play_arrow | Released as a single on November 5, 2003, it rel... |
| 30east | Fly AwayJ Soul Brothers | play_arrow | Singing that I can fly anywhere as long as I'm with you... |
| 31east | Galaxy Express 999Godiego | play_arrow | A pioneering presence of prog in Japan, 19… |
| 32east | Shall we go on a trip?Kitanitatsuya | play_arrow | Tatsuya Kitani released “Lily...” in January 2024... |
| 33east | Trip to HeavenTHE YELLOW MONKEY | play_arrow | Right from the start, that Yemon sound crackles and surges... |
| 34east | GoodbyeToe | play_arrow | A song by the alternative band toe. 200… |
| 35east | North WingNakamori Akina | play_arrow | This song is a sing… that was released in 1984. |
| 36east | Summer Colorsyuzu | play_arrow | A song by the male duo, Yuzu. June 3, 1998… |
| 37east | JourneyFuji Kaze | play_arrow | A warm, compassionate Fujii Kaze song that portrays the journey of life |
| 38east | To the land I long forBO GUMBOS | play_arrow | A classic song by Bo Gumbos that gently encourages someone setting off on a journey. |
| 39east | A Two-Hour Vacation (featuring Sheena Ringo)Utada Hikaru | play_arrow | Hikaru Utada, one of Japan’s most iconic divas, ... |
| 40east | A view I’ve never seen beforeSuda Masaki | play_arrow | The au commercial supporting Japan’s national soccer team, “a…” |
| 41east | Song of DepartureMr.Children | play_arrow | Released on October 31, 2007, … |
| 42east | Message of RougeMatsutōya Yumi | play_arrow | On the broom made famous by the film Kiki’s Delivery Service… |
| 43east | Like a birdŌhashi Torio | play_arrow | World Heritage theme song by Ohashi Trio |
| 44east | We’re in the car again today.Hump Back | play_arrow | A cheering song that portrays a bandman's journey and dreams |
| 45east | Country RoadHon’na Yoko | play_arrow | It’s the theme song from the Studio Ghibli film “Whisper of the Heart.”… |
| 46east | Let’s give it a tryWANIMA | play_arrow | When you go on a trip, lots of new experiences await you... |
| 47east | A Fine Day to Set Out – WestwardOnitsuka Chihiro | play_arrow | Loved as a classic travel song and performed by many singers... |
| 48east | Over the distant wavesBirī Vuōn | play_arrow | A classic of easy listening, with an elegant tone |
| 49east | Choo Choo TRAINZoo | play_arrow | Nowadays, it strongly gives off the image of being an EXILE song... |
| 50east | BOXKimura Kaera | play_arrow | This song is a sing— released in 2016... |
| 51east | On the trainYU-KI | play_arrow | Former Judy and Mary vocalist, YUKI’s… |
| 52east | A Good Day to Set Out on a JourneyYamaguchi Momoe | play_arrow | This song is a sing… released in 1978 |
| 53east | JOURNEYMrs. GREEN APPLE | play_arrow | The lyrics are just perfect for a travel companion song... |
| 54east | Around the World in 80 DaysVictor Young Orchestra (Vikutā Yangu) | play_arrow | The captivating sonic world of the orchestra |
| 55east | TRAINsutoreitenaa | play_arrow | With simple drums and guitar, an impressive sound... |
| 56east | Traveling SongwriterHamada Shogo | play_arrow | This song is from the album released in 2015, titled “…” |
| 57east | Romantic Flightkome kome CLUB | play_arrow | This song is a sing... that was released in 1990 |
| 58east | LOVE A LOVEMEGARYU | play_arrow | This song is about her saying, “Let’s definitely go on a trip,” and then... |
| 59east | Summer MemoriesKetsumeishi | play_arrow | Ketsumeishi’s seventh single. From the album “… |
| 60east | A lonely travelerElefanto Kashimashi | play_arrow | People whose hobby is traveling—setting off on a whim without even choosing a destination... |
| 61east | Memories of the AlhambraFrancisco Tárrega | play_arrow | A classic piece for classical guitar that resonates with the heart |
| 62east | Travel is better with companions.Ofisharu Higedan Dism | play_arrow | It stylishly amps up the vibes of your trip... |
| 63east | Bon voyageyurufuwa gyangu | play_arrow | Yurufuwa Gang 4th album included travel theme song |
| 64east | Go City GoBEYOOOOONDS | play_arrow | A song that weaves the 17 stations of the Tokaido Shinkansen into its lyrics, … |
| 65east | Life is wonderfulRickie-G | play_arrow | A reggae song that celebrates the wonders of life |
| 66east | In the course of this long journeySaucy Dog | play_arrow | Sa..., known for its melodies that resonate with the heart and delicate lyrics. |
| 67east | Somewhere, not hereGLAY | play_arrow | I found myself thinking, “I want to go somewhere far away…” |
| 68east | AtamiMidorikawa Shobō | play_arrow | I go to Atami with my girlfriend, weary of the city, and we soothe our bodies and minds with hot springs and the sea. |
| 69east | WINDING ROADAyaka × Kobukuro | play_arrow | Ayaka and Kobukuro depict the Nissan Cube's C... |
| 70east | Mr. LonelyFurusawa Iwao | play_arrow | Iwao Furusawa’s violin captivates the heart |
| 71east | Your AdventureOkazaki Taiiku | play_arrow | Gently drawn to Okazaki Taiiku’s song “Kimi no Bōken”… |
| 72east | A lonely travelerElefanto Kashimashi | play_arrow | This song is a sing- that was released in 1996... |
| 73east | Around The WorldFilm Studio Orchestra | play_arrow | The elegant melody woven by the grand orchestra is the film… |
| 74east | Outside the dreamHoshino Gen | play_arrow | When I listen to this song, traveling becomes more fun and it makes me want to go out. |
| 75east | Biographythe pillows | play_arrow | This song is from an album released in 2011... |
| 76east | White shipInoue Yosui | play_arrow | A masterpiece by Yosui Inoue that depicts a farewell at a harbor, with beautifully rendered scenes and emotions. |
| 77east | Travel[Alexandros] | play_arrow | Major debut single “Wataridori”... |
| 78east | Traveler Pursuing DreamsElefanto Kashimashi | play_arrow | A cheer song about the journey of life |
| 79east | travelerKetsumeishi | play_arrow | Recommended for those who want to travel freely on their own… |
| 80east | Why do we travel?Kobukuro | play_arrow | The difficult question of why people set out on journeys… |
| 81east | AdventureNaoto Intiraymi | play_arrow | A title meaning “adventure” was given… |
| 82east | Time to Depart ~Asian Dream Song~Miyazawa Kazufumi with Hisaishi Joe | play_arrow | An inspiring Paralympic anthem |
| 83east | Wind JourneyEito | play_arrow | The 1st single released in 2019, “... |
| 84east | BPM285EXdenpagumi.inc | play_arrow | A sound brimming with bullet-train-like speed... |
| 85east | Go on a journeyokuda tamio hattori | play_arrow | A song exploring the allure of travel and music has been born... |
| 86east | Cycling BluesImawano Kiyoshirō | play_arrow | A classic packed with Kiyoshiro Imawano’s love of bicycles. It brings back the sensation of slicing through the wind as you ride. |
| 87east | Chuo FreewayMatsutōya Yumi | play_arrow | It's a song I want to listen to on a road trip. I was still single... |
| 88east | From the World’s Train WindowsMizoguchi Hajime | play_arrow | The travel program “Se…” that has been airing since 1987 |
| 89east | MIDNIGHT TRAVELERSuzuki Masayuki | play_arrow | This song is a single that was released in 1996… |
| 90east | Journey of TwoBLANKEY JET CITY | play_arrow | This song is from the album released in 1992, titled “…” |
| 91east | WagonCaravan | play_arrow | Singer-songwriter Caravan's musi... |
| 92east | Love SubmarineJUDE | play_arrow | This song is an album released in 2004... |
| 93east | The Little Bird That Forgot How to FlyMISIA | play_arrow | This song is from the album released in Japan in 2002, “…” |
| 94east | KyotoZainichi Fanku | play_arrow | The Japanese funk band, Zainichi Funk, in Kyoto... |
| 95east | Journey of the Heartchūrippu | play_arrow | Solo trips are wonderful, but suddenly I... |
| 96east | Bon voyageMatsuda Seiko | play_arrow | This song is a sing… that was released in 1984. |
| 97east | Brain TravelerGO!GO!7188 | play_arrow | In 2007, the album “569” was released (… |
| 98east | Pure AsiaPUFFY | play_arrow | PUFFY’s debut, released in 1996… |
| 99east | ParadiseTHE YELLOW MONKEY | play_arrow | This song is a single that was released in 1996… |
| 100east | travelerTHE BLUE HEARTS | play_arrow | Legendary rock band, THE BLUE H… |
| 101east | 1983 BackpackersIshizaki Hyuui | play_arrow | A refreshing song that sings of a longing to journey across the world |
| 102east | A Summer Tale of Six Men and WomenKetsumeishi | play_arrow | This song is a sing— released in 2016... |


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