A selection of Takuro Yoshida’s moving masterpieces: timeless monuments of folk music that will never fade.

Takuro Yoshida has long been a driving force in Japan’s folk scene.

Even after stepping back from his career as an active artist in 2022, his songs continue to live on in the hearts of many.

In February 2026, there was delightful news: “Takuro Yoshida’s All Night Nippon Premium” was broadcast, and a concert—the first in seven years since 2019—was announced! What is the charm of Takuro’s sound that transcends generations? Through numerous masterpieces he created—such as “Let’s Get Married,” “Tabi no Yado,” and “Don’t Talk About Life”—we look back on the legacy he carved into the history of Japanese pop music.

Playlist

A selection of Takuro Yoshida’s moving masterpieces: timeless monuments of folk music that will never fade.
	Title	Playlist	Review
1	biting my lipyoshida takurou		Takuro Yoshida’s “Unfulfilled Feelings,” a moving masterpiece
2	Why do I feel so sad?yoshida takurou		Timeless songs that soothe the loneliness of night: the music of Takuro Yoshida
3	setting sunyoshida takurou		Takuro Yoshida’s masterpiece, a song that reflects life
4	summer vacationyoshida takurou		Takuro Yoshida’s classic summer song, full of nostalgia
5	It was spring, wasn’t it?yoshida takurou		Takuro Yoshida’s exhilarating classic, perfect for the changing of the seasons
6	Poem of Imagesyoshida takurou		The appeal of Takuro Yoshida’s legendary debut song
7	Until today and from tomorrowyoshida takurou		A masterpiece by Takuro Yoshida that portrays the confusion of life
8	meteoryoshida takurou		Takuro Yoshida’s classic ballad, a song that touches the heart
9	Whenever I arrive, it’s always raining.yoshida takurou		Takuro Yoshida’s classic song depicts rain and life
10	Tell me an eternal lieyoshida takurou		A moving masterpiece that sings of the truth of lies and love
11	Cape Erimoyoshida takurou		Takuro Yoshida, a masterpiece that portrays warmth amid bitter cold
12	Hold me tight, all of meyoshida takurou		A heartwarming classic that conveys love and hope
13	I won’t push myself, but that should be fine.yoshida takurou		Takuro Yoshida’s gentle songs that stay close to the heart
14	Humans, you know…yoshida takurou		Takuro Yoshida’s signature songs, the energy of words
15	Speak not of lifeyoshida takurou		Takuro Yoshida is a musician who represents Japan.
16	Outside, it’s a night of white snow.yoshida takurou		A sorrowful farewell song echoing through a snowy landscape
17	Mark IIyoshida takurou		A captivating masterpiece with an enchanting, spellbinding melody.
18	Let’s get married.yoshida takurou		Takuro Yoshida’s classic: a song of marriage and freedom
19	Travel Lodgeyoshida takurou		Takuro Yoshida’s classic song “Tabi no Yado” resonates with the heart.
20	Poem of Youthyoshida takurou		A classic that cherishes moments of youth and sings of freedom
21	May Wind part IIyoshida takurou		Takuro Yoshida’s New Song: Nostalgia and Mature Charm
22	I’m fine.yoshida takurou		A heartrending classic about putting on a brave face—watch out for the high notes
23	Woo Babyyoshida takurou		A signature song expressing love for his wife in a rock style
24	My Pathyoshida takurou		An iconic song about believing in and following your own path
25	The morning sun is Sanyoshida takurou		A famous song of bright hope that’s easy to remember and anyone can sing
26	Even if I hold you this muchyoshida takurou		A poignant song that sings of the bitterness of adult love
27	sparkler (Japanese handheld firework)yoshida takurou		A short, adult folk song
28	Why am I so sad?yoshida takurou		A Folk Song of Life’s Setbacks and Empathy
29	flutteringyoshida takurou		The classic song “Hirahara” sung with resonant low tones
30	A Letter Waiting for Springyoshida takurou		My heart is moved by good old folk songs
31	If the spring wind is blowingyoshida takurou		Takuro Yoshida, a pioneer of idol music
32	After the Festivalyoshida takurou		Takuro Yoshida’s clear voice and luxurious tones
33	Otogizōshiyoshida takurou		Live footage of Kagusōshi, an impressive guitar performance
34	I want to become the wind.yoshida takurou		Takuro Yoshida: Classic songs that sing of nature and the seasons
35	It’s the feeling.yoshida takurou		Takuro Yoshida’s masterpiece that goes beyond folk
36	Which platform is for the train to Osaka?yoshida takurou		A masterpiece that sings of the transience of life. Easy to sing.
37	uniformyoshida takurou		The group job seekers who supported the period of high economic growth
38	Luoyangyoshida takurou		Takuro Yoshida’s signature song that likens life’s journey to a sunset
39	Hiroshima I always used to seeyoshida takurou		Takuro released an anti-war song in the 1980s.
40	It might make it in time.yoshida takurou		Takuro Yoshida’s studio live video
41	The sorrow left behindyoshida takurou		A timeless, moving song that sings of life's ups and downs
42	Dancing Girlyoshida takurou		The charm of good old folk songs
43	Sunset and a Boyyoshida takurou		A boy’s hope for the future reflected in the setting sun
44	At a sublime momentyoshida takurou		Takuro Yoshida announces a Mazda commercial song
45	Appleyoshida takurou		A simple and powerful classic from the ’88 live performance
46	And yet, my lifeyoshida takurou		A rare video recording of a young Takuro Yoshida using a blues harp.
47	On the pedestrian bridgeyoshida takurou		Takuro Yoshida’s songs have good sound quality and are captivating.
48	To you who will become a brideyoshida takurou		Takuro Yoshida, the only artist who sings about marriage.
49	Fightyoshida takurou		Miyuki Nakajima’s classic, a Yoshida Takuro cover that resonates with the heart.
50	Song of Yoshida Townyoshida takurou		A cheer song that sings of the hopes of the people of Yoshida Town
51	afterglowyoshida takurou		Takuro Yoshida's masterpieces to listen to on a tired day
52	Cynthiayoshida takurou		Duet collaboration of the folk boom
53	pureyoshida takurou		Enrolled as an honor student at Chromati High School
54	What the Beatles taught meyoshida takurou		Takuro Yoshida’s original musical world
55	My good friendyoshida takurou		A classic song with striking drum and folk elements.
56	Run toward tomorrowyoshida takurou		Takuro Yoshida’s folk songs are masterpieces.
57	Ah, youthyoshida takurou		Takuro Yoshida’s song is popular on TV
58	In a corner of Asiayoshida takurou		Takuro Yoshida’s 12-minute epic, live recording from Budokan
59	Autumn in Tsumayoshida takurou		Takuro Yoshida sings with Oki Islands as the theme
60	Friday morningyoshida takurou		The sorrow and warmth of losing someone precious
61	snowyoshida takurou		Takuro Yoshida’s singing voice echoes on a winter night.
62	Clear Stream (To My Father)yoshida takurou		“Clear Stream (To My Father)”—now, with the years I’ve accumulated, once again…
63	Knowledgeyoshida takurou		Be free from knowledge and live freely
64	rainbow fishyoshida takurou		As a singer-songwriter, for many years Japan’s music...
65	Happy Birthday, no matter how old you areyoshida takurou		A pioneering figure among Japanese singer-songwriters...
66	The Young Lady from the Neighboring Townyoshida takurou		Since it's a song from 1975, Takuro-bushi really shines...
67	A Poem of Suicideyoshida takurou		The lyrics are written very simply, but...
68	Bourbon on Penny Laneyoshida takurou		The folk mi— which was minor in the 1970s…
69	Hold me all the wayyoshida takurou		The heart-stirring songs in Takuro Yoshida’s signature style are captivating.