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[Masterpiece] Big Winter Anime Song Special!
I bet many of you started liking an artist because of an anime theme song.
Even when you look at the music charts, it’s rarer not to see anime-related tracks on them.
In this article, we’ll introduce plenty of anime songs perfect for winter! From ballads that embody winter songs to cool tracks that evoke the cold season, we’ve picked out a variety of works—so be sure to find your new favorite tune!
[Classic Songs] Big Winter Anime Songs Special! (1–10)
White White Snownonoc
When it comes to the quintessential ballad that evokes both the stillness and warmth of winter and colored theaters in 2018, many people might think of this number.
Chosen as the ending theme for the popular otherworld fantasy Re:ZERO -Starting Life in Another World- Memory Snow, the song captures the work’s gentle yet slightly bittersweet atmosphere as if translating it directly into sound.
The melody woven by songwriter/composer Hige Driver and the clear, translucent vocals of nonoc blend beautifully, delicately portraying the feelings of closeness amid a snowy landscape.
As the track that concluded the OVA released in October 2018, listening to it leaves a lingering afterglow of the story that slowly spreads through your chest.
It’s a piece you’ll want to savor during the cold season, in a quiet room, with a warm drink in hand.
Cold NightHANA
On winter nights, there are times when the cold air somehow sharpens your senses.
This is exactly the kind of moment that calls for this number by HANA.
Written as the opening theme for Season 2 of the TV anime “Medalist,” which began airing in January 2026, it’s an anthem that portrays the strength to keep one’s inner fire burning even on cold nights filled with loneliness and adversity, delivering a powerful push to anyone who listens.
It’s a song we hope everyone striving single-mindedly toward their dreams will receive, together with the anime’s worldview.
Beyond the GoldenAwich × ALI
This is a spectacular collaboration track by Awich, a rapper with overwhelming presence, and ALI, a band known for its multinational musicality.
Fusing razor-sharp hip-hop lyricism with a full-band sound, the piece powerfully conveys the weight of life and the force of prayer.
It has been available for streaming since October 2025, and was written as the theme song for the theatrical advance version of the final chapter of the TV anime Golden Kamuy, the “Sapporo Beer Factory Arc.” The track delivers a soul-stirring surge of energy that resonates with the story set in Hokkaido’s winter.
With heat that blows away the bitter cold, it’s a song that gives a strong push to those facing hardship—an inspiring anthem you’ll definitely want to hear!
The Time Machine of That DayLONG SHOT PARTY
A track by LONG SHOT PARTY chosen as the opening theme for the popular anime Natsume’s Book of Friends: Season 2.
As you’d expect from a six-piece band based in Sendai, it features a horn-infused, fast-paced ska-rock sound.
Rather than merely reminiscing about the past, it carries a powerful message of using those memories as fuel to sprint toward the future.
Released in January 2009, the song’s bittersweet yet warm melody resonates with the anime’s worldview.
In the chill of winter, it’s sure to gently—and passionately—push forward those about to embark on new journeys, like advancing in school or starting a job.
Lend an ear to this emotional track, where the brass tones truly shine.
Angel Snowremi from STAR☆ANIS
Angel Snow is a sparkle-filled winter pop tune that evokes the crisp chill of the season.
Included on the single First Live! released in December 2012, the song is beloved as an insert track in the anime Aikatsu! It’s performed by Remi from STAR☆ANIS.
Composed and arranged by Hidekazu Tanaka of MONACA, it’s marked by a bouncy rhythm and a polished melodic line.
The lyrics are sprinkled with phrases like “the first winter” and “a forecast of snow,” conveying the fluttery excitement of meeting up with someone special.
Remi’s soft, translucent vocals glow in the heart like the illuminations that light up winter cityscapes.
It’s the perfect song for spending time with someone dear during the cold season or for basking in the sweetness of a budding crush.
False Springyanaginagi
A popular number by Nagi Yanagi, released in June 2015 as the opening theme for My Teen Romantic Comedy SNAFU TOO, a series adored by anime fans.
The light, guitar-pop-style melody composed by Masashi Kitagawa resonates as if accompanying the unstable atmosphere of the season shifting from winter to spring.
Yanagi’s delicate, translucent vocals beautifully capture the subtle feelings of longing for something “genuine” while still passing each other by, tightening your chest every time you listen.
The song has been cherished alongside the anime’s success and is known as one of her signature tracks.
When you’re a bit worn out by relationships or want a quiet, contemplative night, give it a listen—you’ll feel a unique, floating sensation, as if searching for warmth within a cold wind.
ebb and flowRAY
A ballad that evokes the stillness of the ocean floor and emotions that ebb and flow like the waves.
Ray’s crystal-clear vocals resonate as if delicately tracing inexpressible heartache and confusion.
Released as a single in February 2014, it was used as the latter opening theme for the anime Nagi no Asukara.
The lyrics, which mirror the complex human relationships depicted in the latter half of the story against a winter backdrop, tighten your chest while also carrying a gentle warmth, giving the song a mysterious allure.
Its beauty stands out even more when listened to in the cold winter air.
It’s a track that quietly stays by your side when you want to spend a quiet night lost in thought or face the emotions deep within your heart.