[2025] Recommended for Your 40s! A Roundup of Perfect Karaoke Songs for Christmas
Those of you in your 40s today are the generation who spent your youth during the golden age of J-POP, from the 1990s to the early 2000s, when CDs sold the most.
It was an era that produced many timeless hits still sung in the Reiwa era, with countless songs that people of all ages perform at karaoke.
In this article, I—the author, currently in my 40s—have put together a list of winter songs perfect for Christmas, focusing mainly on tracks released from the ’90s through the mid-’00s.
Of course, younger music fans who are interested in Japanese music from that era are also encouraged to check it out!
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[2025] Recommended for Your 40s! A roundup of perfect karaoke songs for Christmas (1–10)
White LoversKeisuke Kuwata
Singer-songwriter Keisuke Kuwata, also known as the bandmaster of Southern All Stars who continue to dominate the J-pop scene.
His 7th single, “Shiroi Koibito-tachi” (White Lovers), is a winter song that was used as the campaign song for Coca-Cola’s “No Reason” commercial, in which he also appeared.
The ensemble is characterized by its memorable organ and piano sounds, and the melody—evocative of snowy landscapes, unlike the summer image strongly associated with Southern All Stars—truly stirs the heart.
For those in their 40s, it’s a smash hit you can’t help but sing at winter karaoke.
My lover is Santa ClausYumi Matsutoya
Singer-songwriter Yumi Matsutoya, whose unforgettable voice and exceptional melodic sense have earned her cross-generational popularity.
This track, included on her 10th album “SURF & SNOW” and featured in the film “Take Me Out to Snowland,” is also known for cementing the idea of Christmas as an event for lovers.
Its poppy, fast-paced melody creates a charming sense of anticipation for the holiday.
It’s a classic Christmas song especially recommended for those in their 40s who likely heard it in real time.
EverythingMISIA
MISIA is a female singer with a five-octave range and overwhelming expressive power that vividly evokes scenes, earning her support both in Japan and abroad.
Her 7th single “Everything,” used as the theme song for the TV drama “Yamato Nadeshiko,” became a massive hit and the best-selling single by a female artist in the 2000s.
While it’s relatively easy to sing compared to other MISIA songs, techniques like the falsetto in the chorus can easily cause pitch errors, so be careful when singing it at karaoke.
It’s a classic winter song that we hope will be sung not only by those in their 40s—the generation who grew up with it—but also by younger listeners.
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Snow BlossomMika Nakashima
A poignant ballad about a winter romance themed around snow, its aching emotions resonate deeply.
Released in November 2003, it is one of Mika Nakashima’s signature songs, with lyrics by Satomi and composition by Ryoki Matsumoto.
Included on the million-selling album “LOVE,” it was also used in a Meiji Seika commercial.
The lyrics portray the joy of spending time with a lover amid snowy scenery, along with a premonition of a farewell that may come someday.
It’s perfect for a quiet winter night shared with someone special, and is also recommended for those looking to enhance the Christmas atmosphere.
Christmas Eve RapKICK THE CAN CREW
A heart-thumping hip-hop number to fire up your Christmas night has arrived.
Released in November 2001, this track portrays the range of emotions that unfold on the special night of Christmas Eve, set against the chill of winter and a sense of loneliness.
Its lyrics intertwine the exhilaration of the night before the festivities with the sting of heartbreak, striking a chord with many listeners.
This is KICK THE CAN CREW’s only Christmas song, and after being included on their best-of album “BEST ALBUM 2001-2003,” it reached an even wider audience.
For karaoke, it’s best enjoyed with friends.
It’s the perfect song for anyone wanting to soak up the Christmas atmosphere or who loves hip-hop.
white keyAmi Suzuki
When it comes to Ami Suzuki’s iconic winter songs, the single released in December 1998 comes to mind.
Produced by Tetsuya Komuro, this track is emblematic of J-pop’s golden era.
Centered on themes of lost love and memories of the past, it portrays a search for feelings deep within the heart amid falling snow.
It peaked at No.
2 on the Oricon weekly chart and was later included on the album “SA,” released the following year.
The song was also featured in a commercial for alpine snowboarding.
It’s perfect for a quiet winter night and a great choice for enjoying the Christmas mood.
Singing it at karaoke is sure to bring a warm sense of nostalgia.
By the time of the Christmas carolsJunichi Inagaki
Singer Junichi Inagaki, who developed a love for Western music under the influence of his father from a young age and also performs as a drummer at live shows.
His 27th single, “At the Time of Christmas Carols,” used as the theme song for the TV drama Homework, is widely known as a classic Christmas song in J-pop, even though, true to its title, it depicts the period leading up to Christmas and isn’t actually a winter song.
Its wistful lyrics and melody pair perfectly with the scenes of the chilly season.
For men in their 40s—the generation it belongs to—it’s a poignant number that makes you want to sing it at karaoke during the Christmas season.