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Autumn Is for Karaoke!? J‑Pop Autumn Songs You’ll Want to Sing at Karaoke [2025]
When we think of autumn, there are so many “autumns” to enjoy—autumn for eating, autumn for sports, autumn for reading, and more! Of course, autumn for music is one of them too, and maybe even an autumn for karaoke wouldn’t be a bad idea! There’s no set season for karaoke, but it’s fun to choose songs that match the time of year.
In this article, we’ve picked songs that are perfect for autumn—tunes that evoke a sense of nostalgia, as well as songs themed around autumn flowers and the moon.
The top 10 feature popular autumn songs released in recent years, and in the latter half we’ll dive into plenty of classic autumn hits from past decades.
There are lots of tracks that are perfect for the season, so be sure to use this as a reference when choosing songs for your autumn karaoke!
[Autumn at Karaoke!?] J-POP Autumn Songs You’ll Want to Sing at Karaoke [2025] (1–10)
TsukuyomiKing&Prince
This is a King & Prince track written as the theme song for the TV drama “Kurosagi,” starring Sho Hirano.
Released in November 2022 as a double A-side with “Irodori,” the song weaves moon-themed lyrics with Latin-inflected sounds into a bewitching yet passionate dance tune.
It captures the loneliness of a protagonist living in a world of falsehoods and the aching cry of a heart longing to experience true love.
Now taking root as a classic Reiwa-era autumn song, its mysterious atmosphere is perfect for long autumn nights.
The highly dynamic melody is challenging, but all the more rewarding to sing.
Nail it at karaoke, and you’re sure to command the entire room.
I forget you, who are so quiet, in October.beautiful night
Atarayo is a rock band that delivers songs that stay close to the real emotions of young people, gaining attention through social media.
Their signature track, released in March 2021, is a breakup song that perfectly fits the sentimental mood of autumn.
It portrays raw, painful feelings—like how even kindness can hurt in the moment of parting with a lover—in a straightforward way that many will relate to.
Hitomi’s conversational vocal style is deeply moving.
Chosen as the theme song for the drama “The Night I Became a Beast,” the track has become widely beloved, surpassing 50 million views on YouTube, and is included on the album “In the Polar Night, the Moon Remains Silent.” Try singing this autumn ballad at karaoke to let it gently accompany the loneliness of heartbreak.
Harvest Moon&TEAM
Formed through a survival show and set to take on the world from HYBE LABELS JAPAN, the global boy group &TEAM.
As the third installment of their “Spring, Summer, Autumn, Winter” series, this track—released as part of a digital single in October 2024—also drew attention for featuring the producer behind BTS’s “Dynamite.” The lyrics, which portray bonds among friends and a strong belief that “we can make it happen,” carry a bittersweet yet hopeful tone that matches the long autumn nights.
Its mellow sound works beautifully for a heartfelt solo, and singing it with friends as you share your dreams will only deepen your connection.
It’s a number that brings emotional energy to autumn karaoke sessions.
DearMrs. GREEN APPLE
An emotionally moving ballad written as the theme song for the film Dear Family, released in June 2024.
The lyrics, which sing of deep love for someone precious, resonate over an ensemble woven from majestic orchestration and band sound.
This warm yet wistful message feels perfect for a lonely autumn night.
Released in May 2024, the song reached No.
8 on the Billboard Japan Hot 100 weekly chart.
With its grand, vocally satisfying melody, it’s a track you’ll want to pour your emotions into for a climactic karaoke moment.
A heartwarming number to sing gently while thinking of someone dear.
evening primroseNovelbright
A perfect song for the autumn season that leaves you feeling a little lonely.
The rock band Novelbright, who rose to fame from street performances, released it in December 2020.
The track is an epic love ballad distinguished by its dramatic piano.
It portrays the aching feeling of being unable to forget a former lover—something many will relate to.
Takenaka Yudai’s high-toned vocals gently embrace that sentimental mood and offer comfort.
The song is also included on the album “Kaimaku Sengen,” and in February 2021 it was aired during the weather segment of the information program “Tokudane!”.
It’s a masterpiece you’ll want to sing with emotion at karaoke on long autumn nights.
MikazukiSanketsu Shoujo Sayuri
This is the major-label debut song by the singer-songwriter Sayuri (Sanketsu Shoujo Sayuri), who had attracted attention even before her debut, including winning the Grand Prix at the 5th Music Revolution.
Released in August 2015, the track was used as the ending theme for the TV anime Rampo Kitan: Game of Laplace.
Its lyrics, which portray a longing for perfection and the frustration of being helplessly oneself, resonate deeply on sentimental autumn nights.
The song was later included on the album Mikazuki no Koukai, which earned a spot in the weekly Oricon Top 3 and gained wide support.
The melody has dramatic dynamics, and some may hesitate to sing it with full emotion, but if you project your own struggles onto it, you’ll likely find it feels great to sing.
It’s an emotional rock tune perfect for immersing yourself on long autumn nights.
osmanthus (fragrant orange osmanthus; sweet olive)Aina the End
A song themed around the sweet fragrance that drifts through the autumn season.
Sung by Aina The End, also known as a member of BiSH, it was included on her 2021 album THE END.
Completed together with Seiji Kameda, it has been shaped into a grand ballad.
The lyrics—depicting memories revived by scent and a confrontation with one’s own weaknesses—are distinctive, and resonate deeply alongside her one-of-a-kind husky voice.
The track is based on a demo created about six years before she joined BiSH, and while listening to this beautiful number, graced by a melancholic piano tone, why not spend a sentimental autumn night?