Classic Japanese songs I want to listen to leisurely on the weekend
Unless we make a conscious effort, it’s hard to find time to sit back and really listen to music.
This time, we’ve picked a rich selection of Japanese songs perfect for a relaxed weekend—ranging from the latest releases to classic covers.
Highly recommended for those who prefer to spend the weekend unwinding at home.
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Masterpieces of Japanese music I want to relax and listen to on the weekend (81–90)
Full-Power BoySukima Suichi
With its up-tempo melody and lyrics brimming with hope yet never overbearing, it gently cheers on those of us who stumble over real-world obstacles.
The arrangement of “Zenkoku Shonen” by Tamio Okuda gives it a rock flavor, making it even more energetic.
Tears aren’t just for show.Nakamori Akina
A classic song covered by various artists.
Written and composed by Yosui Inoue, it portrays a woman through his unique worldview, made powerful and unwavering by Akina Nakamori’s vocal prowess.
On a day off when you want to start a big cleanup but can’t quite get going, listening to this will get your body moving.
foreignerKUBOTA Saki
It is also known as the commercial song for Sanyo Electric’s color TV featuring footage of the Silk Road.
Originally, it was intended to be a casual piece inspired by children playing along the beautiful tree-lined avenue in front of Kunitachi Station.
It’s a masterpiece in which Middle Eastern-style sounds are perfectly matched with a soft, refined yet cool vocal tone.
Riverside HotelInoue Yosui
It’s the timeless masterpiece by the one and only Yosui Inoue.
His slightly husky, dry, wonderful voice pairs perfectly with the distinctive lyrics, making you want to listen again and again.
It’s the kind of song you want to hear on a Sunday evening as summer is coming to an end, while you watch the sky grow dark.
GarnetOku Hanako
It’s a song that served as the theme for “The Girl Who Leapt Through Time,” directed by the filmmaker behind “Your Name.” The gemstone meaning of garnet is “friendship, amity,” which perfectly suits this slightly bittersweet yet beautiful melody.
With Oku Hanako’s clear, soaring vocals and lyrics that bring back a sweet-and-sour page of youth, it’s a piece that lets you savor a quiet day off while looking back on your adolescence.