Recommended! Tatsuro Yamashita’s classic and popular songs
Here are some recommended tracks by Tatsuro Yamashita, a singer-songwriter Japan is proud of, known for timeless hits like Christmas Eve, which re-enters the charts every December, as well as RIDE ON TIME and High Pressure Girl.
With a uniquely recognizable vocal style that you can identify from just one note, Yamashita’s exceptional musical sensibility and overwhelming originality are the keys to his enduring popularity.
Out of a deep sincerity toward music production, he is often called a “craftsman of sound,” and in recording sessions he sometimes performs every instrument himself.
The Tatsuro sound created in this way turns everyday life into a rich, cinematic experience, providing a soundtrack that elevates all kinds of moments.
Now, please enjoy the songs of Tatsuro Yamashita, one of Japan’s foremost singer-songwriters.
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Recommended! Tatsuro Yamashita’s Masterpieces and Popular Songs (31–40)
THE WAR SONGYamashita Tatsuro
This is a track by Tatsuro Yamashita that sings a prayer for a world without conflict, set to an uplifting blend of funk and soul.
Released in April 1986, it appears on the masterpiece “POCKET MUSIC,” which won the Excellence Album Award at the 28th Japan Record Awards.
While it takes on the heavy theme of “war,” what comes through is not a narrow focus on national interest, but a powerful wish for a future of coexistence for the entire planet.
Rather than sorrow or despair, it radiates a hopeful, vigorous energy that stirs the listener’s heart.
It may prompt us to reflect anew on just how precious our ordinary, peaceful daily lives truly are.
MUSIC BOOKYamashita Tatsuro
It’s the B-side track of a single released in 1982.
That year saw the introduction of prepaid telephone cards.
The 500-yen coin was issued.
MUJI became a hit that year as well.
Steven Spielberg’s E.T.
topped the box office in distribution revenue.
Buzzwords like “nekura” (gloomy personality) were in vogue.
I LOVE YOU…Part1Yamashita Tatsuro
This song is the B-side of a single released in 1984.
The song has Part 1 and Part 2.
This is Part 1.
That year, the Los Angeles Olympics were held.
It was also the year satellite broadcasting began.
Koalas made their first appearance.
ONLY WITHYOUYamashita Tatsuro
I think this song is truly a hidden gem.
It’s not flashy by any means, but I feel that the people who love songs like this are the ones who really understand Tatsuro.
The cool-sounding strings that flow throughout are just perfect.
Love TalkingYamashita Tatsuro
Actually, I first got to know EPO’s cover of this song.
But after finding out it was originally by Tatsuro, I listened again and thought, “I see—this is quintessential Tatsuro.” The long intro really builds anticipation, and once the melody begins, it doesn’t disappoint; it keeps rising and becomes a truly outstanding song.
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Corridor of WindYamashita Tatsuro
It’s a signature song from the 80s by an artist renowned for summer hits.
It was used in a car commercial, and the stylish visuals matched the refreshing feel of the song perfectly, making it look very grown-up.
I’d love for you to choose this track for a drive to the beach.
heronYamashita Tatsuro
When it comes to music that blends seamlessly into various Japanese situations, Tatsuro Yamashita comes to mind.
“Heron,” meaning great blue heron, is his 30th single, released in 1998, and it seems it was used as the song for a Kirin Lager Beer commercial around the time of the Nagano Winter Olympics.
While it doesn’t explicitly mention winter, its atmosphere of heading toward dawn and its rhythmic groove feel like a perfect match for the refreshing lift you want from winter sports.
It has that comfortable quality that would slip right in even if it started playing as background music on the ski slopes.
