Classic songs about the four seasons—recommended popular tracks.
Music that sings of the four seasons holds a mysterious charm.Perhaps it’s because, as the seasons change, a variety of emotions take root in our hearts.Scenes of spring’s cherry blossoms in full bloom, the sparkle of summer fireworks, landscapes dyed with autumn foliage, and snow quietly piling up in winter.Artists have captured those quintessential seasonal moments through beautiful vocals and melodies—sometimes infusing their songs with joyous excitement, and other times with poignant longing.Today, I’d like to introduce you to a collection of exquisite songs that superbly depict Japan’s four seasons.
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Masterpieces that sing of the four seasons. Recommended popular songs (21–30)
fireworksOku Hanako
Within Oku Hanako’s characteristically relaxed tempo, this song paints summer scenes and memories, with a chorus that is deeply moving.
Singing of the fireworks we watched together in summer and the feelings I had for you, it’s a masterpiece that evokes a sense of nostalgia and a bittersweet emotion.
God of RomanceHirose Kōmi
When it comes to songs you listen to at a ski resort in winter, this has to be the one.
“God of Romance” by Kōmi Hirose is her signature song, and when it was released it became so popular it was practically a social phenomenon—an enduring classic even today.
Personally, I especially like the lyrics and rhythm right before the chorus.
Masterpieces that sing of the four seasons. Recommended popular songs (31–40)
this winterMakihara Noriyuki
The lyrics depicting two people snuggling together in the winter cold really touch my heart.
It’s a masterpiece that fully showcases Mr.
Makihara’s talent, and it’s so wonderful that it brings me to tears just by listening.
I often listen to this song on winter nights before going to bed.
Snow Magic FantasySEKAI NO OWARI
I think it’s a song whose rhythmic music and vocals make you feel as if you’re watching a movie or a musical right from the start.
Songs by SEKAI NO OWARI all captivate listeners with their vocals and distinctive rhythms, giving the impression of a winter magic song.
Voice of the Seaurashima tarō (kiritani kenta)
A song that also became a hot topic in the au commercial.
From start to finish, it evokes the sea.
With Kiritani’s sanshin performance and vocals, you can vividly picture her sitting on the beach, singing to the vast expanse of the ocean—a perfect summer song.
I imagine many people first realized Kiritani’s vocal talent through this track.
Harusaki KobeniYano Akiko
It’s a heartwarming song that evokes the beginning of spring.
It deftly portrays delicate emotional fluctuations, the beauty of nature, and the changing seasons.
The repeated word “mini-mini,” along with expressions like “fluffy” and “fluttering,” impressively conveys the lightness and comfort of spring.
Released in February 1981, it reached No.
5 on the Oricon Weekly Singles Chart and sold over 370,000 copies, making it a popular hit.
It’s sure to bring a pleasant breeze when listened to in this season of new beginnings.
A song that gives courage and smiles to everyone taking their first steps forward.
Summer Colorsyuzu
I think Yuzu’s “Natsuiro” is a song that brings back memories of those nostalgic midsummer junior high school summer vacations.
From the very beginning to the end, it evokes familiar scenes of summer and makes me feel a refreshing breeze, so it’s a classic for me that I always listen to in the car during the summer.