[Hometown Songs] A curated selection of popular Japanese tracks that fill your heart with nostalgia

In the midst of hectic days—living alone away from your familiar hometown or spending each day with a new family—you may suddenly recall the nostalgic scenery of the place you grew up.

Even if you want to go back, circumstances may keep you from doing so right away.

In times like these, why not rest your heart by listening to classic songs that sing of home?

In this article, we’ve compiled songs themed around “hometown,” focusing on timeless J-POP classics.

Let yourself be wrapped in nostalgia and enjoy these exquisite masterpieces that may gently bring warm tears to your eyes.

Playlist

[Hometown Songs] A curated selection of popular Japanese tracks that fill your heart with nostalgia
	Title	Playlist	One point
1	Far, far awayNoriyuki Makihara		The poignant classic that longs for one’s hometown, ‘Far, Far Away’
2	A place to return toHY		Expressing deep love for my hometown through Okinawan music
3	far; distant; by farGReeeeN		A moving song that sings of family love and setting out on a journey
4	hometownstorm		Arashi’s song “Furusato” is a moving masterpiece that resonates with the heart.
5	Memories are beautifulAimer		A Song of Childhood Memories and Gratitude to My Family
6	Islanders’ TreasureBEGIN		A beloved song brimming with love for Okinawa, singing of the island’s treasures
7	Country RoadYoko Honna		Nostalgic, soothing classic: Country Road
8	HOMEAngela Aki		A moving song that sings of longing for one’s hometown
9	BoyhoodYosui Inoue		Yosui Inoue’s classic song “Shonen Jidai” resonates with the heart.
10	I feel like going home.Ikimonogakari		A poignant youth ballad, feelings for my hometown
11	hometownFUNKY MONKEY BΛBY’S		A cheer song that sings of longing for one’s hometown
12	Until we meet againHirai Dai		A poignant song about setting off, filled with longing for one’s hometown
13	JourneyFujii Kaze		A heartwarming classic that sings of longing for one’s hometown
14	Song of ParentsGReeeeN		A heartwarming song that portrays the bond between parent and child and expresses gratitude.
15	Because you are hereUru		A gemlike ballad that resonates in the heart, with a healing, soothing voice
16	I’m homeTani Yuuki		Singing of longing for my hometown and the bonds of family
17	Ryukyu Love SongMONGOL800		Ryukyu Aika is a masterpiece that sings of love for the homeland and for peace.
18	Hometown of TearsBUMP OF CHICKEN		A famous song that depicts a longing for one’s hometown, deeply moving
19	Letterback number		A heartwarming classic filled with gratitude to one’s parents
20	hometownONE☆DRAFT		A heartwarming song filled with nostalgia and gratitude
21	I love this town.Mucchi		Song of citizens meeting and helping one another, the heart of Tsu City
22	hometownNHK Children’s Choir		Nostalgic hometown songs, timeless melodies that resonate in the heart
23	FlowerKousuke Atari		An inspiring flagship song of Amami folk-style Shima-uta
24	Song of YokkaichiHideshi Ito		Simple folk music that evokes a sense of home
25	Welcome back.Ayaka		Love for family, the importance of having a place to return to
26	Song of WheatMiyuki Nakajima		Miyuki Nakajima’s upbeat “Song of Wheat,” a track that evokes Hokkaido
27	Come back home.Hanako Oku		A song of encouragement filled with kindness and warmth
28	Letter to TomorrowAoi Teshima		A song of memories and the future, woven by gentle piano and vocals
29	Touch and changeSpitz		A powerful song that sings about Spitz’s hometown
30	Born in that townToshiyuki Nishida		A heartwarming song filled with feelings for my hometown.
31	Tokyo HymnBUMP OF CHICKEN		A heartwarming song that depicts the dreams and hopes of those who move to Tokyo.
32	homeYusaku Kiyama		A heartwarming song depicting family love and growth
33	I’m going to Tokyo.Ikuzo Yoshi		A story about heading to Tokyo from the countryside with hope
34	Shall I head home?Saburō Kitajima		Saburo Kitajima’s famous song about longing for the mother he left in his hometown
35	MotherKariyushi 58		A song of gratitude to a mother by a band from Okinawa
36	Lingering Snowdolphin		Farewell and anxiety, on a spring-snow-covered station platform
37	ROOTSMEGARYU		MEGARYU’s classic that expresses feelings for their roots
38	I’ll walk home.Kazuyoshi Saito		A classic by Kazuyoshi Saito, a heartwarming song that evokes a sense of hometown.
39	Northern SpringMasao Sen		Masao Sen’s famous song that sings of feelings from the northern country resonates in the heart.
40	Nostalgic JonkaraTakashi Hosokawa		The moving Tsugaru-shamisen piece “Nostalgic Jonkara”
41	Home of My DreamsHiroyuki Izuta		A masterpiece by a Paul McCartney–style musician
42	KikyogaokaKen Hirai		A classic song that celebrates the bond between parent and child and warm affection
43	To my hometownAki Yashiro		Aki Yashiro’s famous song that sings of longing for her hometown
44	hometownsong		A heartwarming school song filled with feelings for my hometown
45	homeAyaka		Ayaka’s heartwarming song portraying the love of family
46	countrysideKoji Tamaki		An anthem that affirms being alive
47	Thank youDaisuke Ono		A heartwarming song by Daisuke Ono that sings of his feelings for his mother
48	Country SongAyumu Yamashita		A heartwarming classic that sings of longing for one's hometown
49	cherry blossom colorAngela Aki		A signature song that sings of youthful memories
50	HOMEShota Shimizu		A song that expresses the feelings of people who cannot return to their hometown
51	hometownMorning Musume		Realizing My Mother's Importance While Living Alone
52	Gentle RedMiho Fukuhara		A Departure Song Thinking of Miho Fukuhara’s Hometown
53	Our FailureDoji Morita		Morita Dōji’s “Mother Sky” is a big hit.
54	At HomeMiyuki Nakajima		A heartwarming song about longing for one’s hometown
55	Distant thunderDo As Infinity		Obon Homecoming and My Mother's Favorite Song
56	Sanshin FlowerBEGIN		A song imbued with the spirit of Okinawa and a deep love for family.
57	Supernova Express 2016GLAY		GLAY passionately sings the support song for the Hokkaido Shinkansen.
58	Let me hear your voiceKousuke Atari		A digital single infused with Ataru Nakamura’s feelings for his island
59	Amuro ForeverKo Ikeda		“Forever Amuro”: Uplifting lyrics and an emotional melody