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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)
SECRET LOVE STORYNEW!Kishidan
This love song portrays a sense of loneliness that steps away from classic Christmas events, yet holds on to a love that won’t fade.
Set against a winter scene in a town without snow, it captures the protagonist’s heartrending feelings, and it was released in October 2003 as Kishidan’s first seasonal song.
Its lyrical arrangement featuring strings blends beautifully with a rugged rock sound, and the music video—starring Erika Sawajiri—received high acclaim, winning Best Story Video at the Space Shower Music Video Awards.
Also included on the album “TOO FAST TO LIVE TOO YOUNG TO DIE,” the song pairs Christmas as a theme with poignantly bittersweet lyrics, making it a perfect pick to sing together with friends at karaoke.
Someday Merry ChristmasB’z
B’z is a rock duo boasting album sales recognized by Guinness World Records.
Even among fans, the song “Itsuka no Merry Christmas” is widely beloved; although it was included on their fourth mini-album, FRIENDS, and was never released as a single, it’s still known as one of B’z’s signature tracks.
With its relaxed tempo and a vocal key that isn’t particularly high for a B’z song, it’s relatively easy to sing at karaoke.
It’s an enduring Christmas classic that I especially recommend to those in their 40s who likely listened to it in real time.
Cinderella ChristmasKinKi Kids
This is the fifth single from KinKi Kids, crafted by the iconic duo of lyricist Takashi Matsumoto and composer Tatsuro Yamashita.
It had already been performed at concerts before its release and was a fan favorite from the start.
The result is a youthful, refreshing, and highly polished piece of idol pop.
With a modest vocal range and a great feel when sung, it’s a perfect choice for karaoke.
Wonderful HolidayMariya Takeuchi
“A Wonderful Holiday,” written specifically for a KFC commercial, is a single cut from Mariya Takeuchi’s 2001 album “Bon Appetit!”.
The chorus is especially familiar—so famous that anyone recognizes it as soon as they hear it.
That’s why this song instantly brings to mind Christmas and fried chicken as a set.
It’s a friendly, nostalgic Christmas number that makes you feel giddy with anticipation for the holiday, and I highly recommend it.
I totally hate Christmas!! Just kidding.CRAZY KEN BAND
A song that brilliantly captures the complex feelings of someone in love: singing about hating Christmas while secretly looking forward to that special day.
It’s a stylish, playful number that’s quintessential Crazy Ken Band.
Released in December 2002, the track was also used in a J-PHONE commercial, so many people probably found themselves humming along whenever it came on TV.
If you sing it together on Christmas night while thinking of someone special, it’s sure to become a cherished memory.
As a side note, the music video features Juri Ueno in her early days after debut—definitely worth checking out!
White LoveSPEED
SPEED is a four-member female idol-style dance and vocal group that became a major sensation at their debut because all members were in elementary or junior high school at the time.
Their 5th single, “White Love,” used as the commercial song for Shiseido’s Tissaera Angel Drop featuring all members, became a huge hit and sold over a million copies.
Since it features two vocalists with different keys, it’s also great for two people to sing together at karaoke.
It’s a cute yet emotional winter song that we especially hope women in their 40s—of the same generation—will sing while reminiscing about those days.
Christmas EveTatsuro Yamashita
It wouldn’t be an exaggeration to call this the most beloved Christmas song in Japan—the king of Christmas songs.
Built on Pachelbel’s Canon, it layers on Tatsuro’s highly polished signature style and seasons it with Christmas sounds like jingle bells, leaving no weak points.
It’s a melody so familiar to Japanese people that you can sing it even without practice.