Recommended classic songs for winter drives. Japanese songs that are also great for drive dates.
A must-see for anyone looking for winter drive songs or background music for a drive date!
Driving down roads lined with beautiful illuminations has a special charm unique to winter, doesn’t it?
In this article, we’ll introduce songs that are perfect for winter drives.
Along with energetic, fast-paced tracks and exciting tunes that suit driving, we’ve also picked out romantic songs that feel just right for the season.
We hope this list helps you find the perfect tracks to match your mood and situation in the moment.
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Classic songs recommended for winter drives. Japanese songs perfect for drive dates (41–50)
The Sound of SnowGReeeeN
A track by GReeeeN that was featured in the JR East ski travel campaign commercial “JR SKISKI,” starring Tsubasa Honda and Masataka Kubota.
With a cute timbre that truly evokes the sound of falling snow and a chorus that expands grandly, the contrast captures both the wistfulness and warmth of winter.
It’s perfect not only for the journey to your winter getaway, but also for those times when you just want to drive aimlessly—this song makes you feel just the right amount of melancholy and warmth.
It also does a great job as in-car BGM when you invite your crush on a driving date!
Classic songs recommended for winter drives. Japanese tracks also great for drive dates (51–60)
snow dropL’Arc〜en〜Ciel
A refreshing L’Arc~en~Ciel track that makes you feel like you’re dashing swiftly down a winter road.
It was used as the theme song for the drama “Run, Public Servant! POLICE WOMAN.” The title “snow drop” refers to a small, white flower that blooms from the end of winter to early spring and is known as a harbinger of spring.
The exhilarating melody evokes a warm spring atmosphere and perfectly matches the mood of anyone who just wants to hit the road.
Even if it’s too cold to feel like going for a drive, listening to this song can make you feel the arrival of spring a little early and enjoy a pleasant drive.
EverythingMISIA
MISIA, one of Japan’s most accomplished singers, has created countless hit songs with her remarkable voice.
This track is no exception—every time winter arrives, I can’t help but think of it.
The chorus, delivered with overwhelming vocal power, is moving no matter when you hear it, and it seems to add a dramatic touch to the cold days of winter.
Listening to it while driving home can make a tiring day end on a more dramatic note.
White LoveSPEED
A classic winter song! When it was released, everyone copied the chorus choreography and sang along! If you’re from the SPEED generation, this will definitely hype up your drive! We also recommend singing it together with friends while you drive.
You’ll for sure get excited asking, “Who’s doing HIRO and who’s doing Eriko?” Leave the choreography to the passengers, and drivers, please drive safely!
WHITE BREATHT.M.Revolution
T.M.Revolution’s winter classic “WHITE BREATH.” The music video, where he sings in what looks like freezing conditions while dressed in something hardly warm, is as striking as “HOT LIMIT.” Nishikawa Takanori’s refreshing vocals are perfect for a winter drive, racing briskly down wintry roads! It’s tough to cruise with the windows all the way down in winter, but with this song, you can feel the icy wind and the rush of the drive without opening them.
Even the dark, gloomy feelings of winter are sure to clear up with this track! You’ll definitely feel refreshed after the drive.
loadTHE toraburyū
A classic by THE Toraburyu that spans Chapters 1 through 13.
It was originally recorded back when the band was called The Trouble, as the B-side to ‘Koppamijin no R&R.’ After they changed their name to THE Toraburyu, it was re-released as the lead track of a single.
Just like the title ‘Road’ suggests, it’s perfect for a drive on a lonely winter night.
Be careful not to get so moved by the poignant lyrics that you lose attention to the road.
DEPARTURESglobe
When it comes to winter classics from the “Komuro sound,” globe’s “DEPARTURES” is a must.
It was used as the CM song for JR East’s “JR SKI SKI,” featuring Makiko Esumi and Yutaka Takenouchi.
There are plenty of times you go for a drive for all sorts of reasons—wanting to blow off steam, ease loneliness, or just be alone.
Among those, this song is especially recommended when you’ve had a painful breakup or heartbreak and want to reset your feelings with a solo drive.
Keiko’s clear, expansive vocals and the bittersweet melody will stay close to your heart, and by the time your drive is over, you’ll surely feel refreshed.