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[Songs for Wednesday] A collection of Japanese tracks themed around the week’s halfway point
Wednesday might be a day with a mysterious charm.
Sitting in the middle of the week, it’s a special day where the feeling of “just a little more until the weekend…” mingles with the sense of accomplishment from making it this far since Monday.
In this article, we’ll introduce songs themed around Wednesday.
Different artists portray Wednesday in various ways.
Still, you’ll surely find points you can relate to in each of them.
Enjoy these exquisite “Wednesday songs” while reflecting on your own image of Wednesday.
[Wednesday Songs] A Collection of Japanese Pop/Rock Tracks Themed Around the Midweek Turning Point (1–10)
WEDNESDAY MOONTokunaga Hideaki
Amid the hectic days in the city, one wishes for eternity with a lover under the moonlight…
Also featured in a Kanebo commercial, this song became Hideaki Tokunaga’s first-ever number one on the Oricon charts.
Its heartfelt desire to “walk together forever” truly resonates.
Alice on WednesdayAKB48
“Wednesday Alice,” sung by Team Surprise, a unit formed by some of the most popular AKB members.
As the name suggests, it’s a girlish song modeled on Alice in Wonderland.
The line “Wednesday is when I’m the least busy, so I feel like I can see you” adorably captures the excitement and wonder of the time spent with Alice, brimming with a sense of magic and anticipation.
Wednesday afternoonofukōsu
“My spirits are low, but thanks to the warm Wednesday rain, I’ve calmed down a little—so I’ll lift my head and move forward again!” That quiet resolve comes through in Off Course’s “Wednesday Afternoon.” For those who’ve been through something disheartening or can’t quite find the courage to take the first step, its lyrics gently wrap around the heart—some listeners may even find themselves moved to tears.
Wednesday20th Century
20th Century is a music unit that exudes mature appeal with their refined harmonies.
Released in October 2022, this song centers on the midpoint of the week.
Many listeners will relate to the lyrics that gently affirm the mixed feelings of Wednesday—the sense that the weekend is almost here combined with the fatigue of the week’s first half.
It was also featured in a commercial for Kao’s NIVEA MEN Active Age series.
It’s the perfect pick-me-up for a Wednesday afternoon when your heart feels a little tired—something to listen to while you loosen your shoulders and take a breath.
3:00 a.m. on WednesdayTHE ALFEE
It’s a ballad that you suddenly feel like listening to late on a Wednesday night, one that gently seeps into your heart.
On nights when sorrow feels like it might crush you, it’s like a lover you can meet only in dreams—softly staying by your side and speaking to you.
That kind of warm worldview is depicted here.
This track is included on the album “ALMIGHTY,” released in October 1981.
It’s also memorable for having served as the ending theme for the Tuesday first segment of the radio program “All Night Nippon.” The timing—3 a.m.
at the end of the show, in other words 3 a.m.
Wednesday morning—overlapped perfectly with the song’s atmosphere, leaving a deep impression on many listeners.
Let’s meet on Wednesday.kazan
An upbeat number by Cousin that also became familiar as the theme song for Menard’s “Jupiel Lipstick” commercial.
Released in February 1996 as their fifth single, it was also included on the album Love & Smile.
The lyrics portray the fluttering excitement of a protagonist eagerly awaiting a Wednesday promise, and combined with Nobuyuki Shimizu’s dazzling pop sound, they set hearts racing.
It’s a charming pop tune that stays close to the midweek heart longing for the weekend and gives you the energy to push through just a bit more.
WednesdayBikkeburanka
Vicke Blanka is a singer-songwriter who has gained popularity with songs featuring high-toned vocals and piano.
This track, included on his second mini-album GOOD LUCK released in August 2015, evokes a somewhat wistful atmosphere.
Written during his stay in Paris, it stands out for its gentle, sentimental melody and a structure that builds to a chorus radiating forward-looking warmth.
It feels like it quietly nestles up to a slightly tired heart at midweek, offering the energy to carry you through to the weekend.
It’s a tender yet powerful song that feels like a pep talk—one you’ll want to listen to during quiet moments of self-reflection.