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[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.

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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
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1eastFar, far awayNoriyuki MakiharaThe poignant classic that longs for one’s hometown, ‘Far, Far Away’
2eastA place to return toHYExpressing deep love for my hometown through Okinawan music
3eastfar; distant; by farGReeeeNA moving song that sings of family love and setting out on a journey
4easthometownstormArashi’s song “Furusato” is a moving masterpiece that resonates with the heart.
5eastMemories are beautifulAimerA Song of Childhood Memories and Gratitude to My Family
6eastIslanders’ TreasureBEGINA beloved song brimming with love for Okinawa, singing of the island’s treasures
7eastCountry RoadYoko HonnaNostalgic, soothing classic: Country Road
8eastHOMEAngela AkiA moving song that sings of longing for one’s hometown
9north_eastBoyhoodYosui InoueYosui Inoue’s classic song “Shonen Jidai” resonates with the heart.
10south_eastI feel like going home.IkimonogakariA poignant youth ballad, feelings for my hometown
11easthometownFUNKY MONKEY BΛBY’SA cheer song that sings of longing for one’s hometown
12eastUntil we meet againHirai DaiA poignant song about setting off, filled with longing for one’s hometown
13eastJourneyFujii KazeA heartwarming classic that sings of longing for one’s hometown
14eastSong of ParentsGReeeeNA heartwarming song that portrays the bond between parent and child and expresses gratitude.
15eastBecause you are hereUruA gemlike ballad that resonates in the heart, with a healing, soothing voice
16north_eastI’m homeTani YuukiSinging of longing for my hometown and the bonds of family
17south_eastRyukyu Love SongMONGOL800Ryukyu Aika is a masterpiece that sings of love for the homeland and for peace.
18eastHometown of TearsBUMP OF CHICKENA famous song that depicts a longing for one’s hometown, deeply moving
19eastLetterback numberA heartwarming classic filled with gratitude to one’s parents
20easthometownONE☆DRAFTA heartwarming song filled with nostalgia and gratitude
21eastI love this town.MucchiSong of citizens meeting and helping one another, the heart of Tsu City
22north_easthometownNHK Children’s ChoirNostalgic hometown songs, timeless melodies that resonate in the heart
23south_eastFlowerKousuke AtariAn inspiring flagship song of Amami folk-style Shima-uta
24eastSong of YokkaichiHideshi ItoSimple folk music that evokes a sense of home
25eastWelcome back.AyakaLove for family, the importance of having a place to return to
26eastSong of WheatMiyuki NakajimaMiyuki Nakajima’s upbeat “Song of Wheat,” a track that evokes Hokkaido
27north_eastCome back home.Hanako OkuA song of encouragement filled with kindness and warmth
28north_eastLetter to TomorrowAoi TeshimaA song of memories and the future, woven by gentle piano and vocals
29south_eastTouch and changeSpitzA powerful song that sings about Spitz’s hometown
30eastBorn in that townToshiyuki NishidaA heartwarming song filled with feelings for my hometown.
31north_eastTokyo HymnBUMP OF CHICKENA heartwarming song that depicts the dreams and hopes of those who move to Tokyo.
32north_easthomeYusaku KiyamaA heartwarming song depicting family love and growth
33north_eastI’m going to Tokyo.Ikuzo YoshiA story about heading to Tokyo from the countryside with hope
34south_eastShall I head home?Saburō KitajimaSaburo Kitajima’s famous song about longing for the mother he left in his hometown
35north_eastMotherKariyushi 58A song of gratitude to a mother by a band from Okinawa
36north_eastLingering Snowdolphin
Lingering Snowdolphin
Farewell and anxiety, on a spring-snow-covered station platform
37south_eastROOTSMEGARYUMEGARYU’s classic that expresses feelings for their roots
38north_eastI’ll walk home.Kazuyoshi SaitoA classic by Kazuyoshi Saito, a heartwarming song that evokes a sense of hometown.
39south_eastNorthern SpringMasao SenMasao Sen’s famous song that sings of feelings from the northern country resonates in the heart.
40south_eastNostalgic JonkaraTakashi HosokawaThe moving Tsugaru-shamisen piece “Nostalgic Jonkara”
41north_eastHome of My DreamsHiroyuki IzutaA masterpiece by a Paul McCartney–style musician
42south_eastKikyogaokaKen HiraiA classic song that celebrates the bond between parent and child and warm affection
43eastTo my hometownAki Yashiro
To my hometownAki Yashiro
Aki Yashiro’s famous song that sings of longing for her hometown
44south_easthometownsongA heartwarming school song filled with feelings for my hometown
45south_easthomeAyakaAyaka’s heartwarming song portraying the love of family
46eastcountrysideKoji TamakiAn anthem that affirms being alive
47north_eastThank youDaisuke OnoA heartwarming song by Daisuke Ono that sings of his feelings for his mother
48north_eastCountry SongAyumu YamashitaA heartwarming classic that sings of longing for one's hometown
49south_eastcherry blossom colorAngela AkiA signature song that sings of youthful memories
50south_eastHOMEShota ShimizuA song that expresses the feelings of people who cannot return to their hometown
51north_easthometownMorning MusumeRealizing My Mother's Importance While Living Alone
52north_eastGentle RedMiho FukuharaA Departure Song Thinking of Miho Fukuhara’s Hometown
53south_eastOur FailureDoji MoritaMorita Dōji’s “Mother Sky” is a big hit.
54south_eastAt HomeMiyuki NakajimaA heartwarming song about longing for one’s hometown
55south_eastDistant thunderDo As Infinity
Distant thunderDo As Infinity
Obon Homecoming and My Mother's Favorite Song
56south_eastSanshin FlowerBEGINA song imbued with the spirit of Okinawa and a deep love for family.
57south_eastSupernova Express 2016GLAYGLAY passionately sings the support song for the Hokkaido Shinkansen.
58south_eastLet me hear your voiceKousuke AtariA digital single infused with Ataru Nakamura’s feelings for his island
59south_eastAmuro ForeverKo Ikeda“Forever Amuro”: Uplifting lyrics and an emotional melody