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[Night Songs] Classic masterpieces themed around the night. J-POP you’ll want to listen to at nighttime.

The unique atmosphere of nighttime—something you don’t get in the morning or afternoon—somehow evokes a touch of wistfulness and loneliness, doesn’t it?

In this article, we’ll introduce classic and popular songs themed around “night,” perfect for those hours.

We’ve gathered tracks ideal for quiet nights, such as “songs you want to listen to alone at night” and “songs that evoke beautiful nighttime scenery.”

If you’re looking for music that matches night views for an evening walk, drive, or run, be sure to check these out.

From ballads that suit a relaxed night to dance tunes that make you want to move, we’ve got you covered—there’s sure to be a track you’ll want to play.

Playlist

[Night Songs] Classic masterpieces themed around the night. J-POP you’ll want to listen to at nighttime.
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1eastLike this tonightAimyonA healing song that echoes through the silence of the night
2eastChronostasisMushroom EmpireMoody songs to listen to at night
3eastMagic of a Summer Nightindigo la EndA beautiful piece that evokes the end of summer
4eastAgate Caressed by NightAyaseA poignant song that portrays a farewell before the last train
5north_eastThe Brink of NightRADWIMPSA heartwarming song that comforts loneliness eight years after the earthquake
6south_eastDinner Songtuki.A poignant song about longing for someone: “Bansanka” by tuki.
7easttropical nightKei SugawaraKei Sugawara, a social media sensation, sings of troubled nights.
8eastVenusTeleA fiery rock number that sings of love in the night
9eastNIGHT DANCERimaseA heartrending love song set in the nighttime streets by imase
10north_eastWasted NightsONE OK ROCKThe moving night theme song by ONE OK ROCK
11south_eastMidnight ExpresswayFlower CompaniesFlower Company's classic song “Midnight Highway”
12eastosmanthus (fragrant orange osmanthus; sweet olive)NatoriLyrics that resonate with Natori-san’s heart
13eastSong of the Night WalkersCreepy NutsA Creepy Nuts song dedicated to night owls
14eastBlueberry NightsMacaroni EnpitsuMacaroni Enpitsu’s heartbreak song, with deep lyrics
15eastNight of EphemeranqrseA heartwarming song that depicts nqrse's nighttime scenery
16easthumorKing GnuA masterpiece by King Gnu that envelops the loneliness of the night
17eastYOKAZEHentai Gentlemen’s ClubA musical work that portrays the poignancy of the night breeze
18eastSong of the Eternal NightGod does not play dice.A beautiful piece about farewell and loss on a long autumn night
19eaststarfishELLEGARDENA heartwarming song filled with wishes to a starfish
20eastRacing into the NightYOASOBIYOASOBI, a hit song born from a novel
21eastNight on the PlanetCreepHypMemories of CreepHyp by Sekai Kan Ozaki
22eastNight of OsmanthusMushroom EmpireA wistful autumn song by Kinoko Teikoku
23eastDragon NightSEKAI NO OWARIA bright song that colors the night with a dragon knight
24east2 a.m. and a highballwhimper; complaint; whining (lit. “crying words”)A song that saves me on my late-night walk home from a part-time job
25eastNight of the Sixth-Magnitude StarAimerAimer’s masterpiece “Rokutōsei no Yoru,” a quiet radiance
26eastAt daybreakMushroom EmpireA heart-stirring song that sings of hope at dawn
27eastCan you sleep at night?flumpoolflumpool’s night song ‘Can You Sleep at Night?’
28eastSleepless Nightyamayama’s theme song for “Night Doctor” is moving
29north_eastPierrot of the NightAdoAn Ado song that expresses loneliness and anxiety
30south_eastDancer in the NightSakanactionThe Charm of Sakanaction’s “Yoru no Odoriko”
31north_eastA Night for OnePorno GraffittiGTO’s theme song “Hitorino Yoru” is a fast-paced rock track.
32south_eastMoonlight FlowerJanne Da ArcTheme song of the anime “Black Jack”
33south_eastBeyond the Night SkySMAPThe appeal of SMAP’s classic song “Yozora no Mukō”
34south_eastIt’s because I listened to Bach’s melody at night.SakanactionAn addictive nocturne of Bach’s melodies
35eastAugust NightSilent SirenThe bittersweet, pop-infused night song of Silent Siren
36eastDance at NightFriendsEnjoy the night with classic City Pop hits
37eastStop this nightJUJUJUJU’s poignant drama theme song sings of the pain of love.
38eastLONELY NIGHTStofubeatsMusic that colors the night, a song that keeps you company in loneliness
39eastFriday NightNatoriNatori’s popular nighttime BGM track on TikTok
40eastTi AmoEXILEA song that expresses the heartrending feelings of a woman troubled by an affair.
41eastNight of 15Yutaka OzakiYutaka Ozaki’s masterpiece stirred the hearts of young people.
42eastAs long as you’re on the Ferris wheel, illuminated by the night viewThe MirrazA famous song by The Mirraz that portrays the feelings of a clumsy boy
43eastA Midsummer Night’s DreamYumi MatsutoyaYumi Matsutoya’s summer classic, a passionate theme song
44eastMake it through a lonely nightLucky KilimanjaroA city pop-flavored track with the vibe of walking down a nighttime street.
45north_eastMidnight+α/Arufakyun.A soothing song that sings of the heartache of the night
46south_eastthe pulse sound of the starry nightnano.RIPEA short, bittersweet song by nano.RIPE
47south_eastUntil your night breaks (into dawn)Tohta KasamuraQuestioning a broken world, searching for a light of hope
48south_eastBlow the night awayMotohiro HataNight’s temptation, leaping into the world without sleep
49north_easttropical nightTHE YELLOW MONKEYThe signature song that marked a turning point for THE YELLOW MONKEY, 'Nettaiya' (Tropical Night)
50south_eastTonightSCANDALSCANDAL “Tonight,” depicting the emotions of the night
51south_eastStars and music at nightHermann H.&The PacemakersA song of nostalgic music that snuggles up to the night
52eastKnight RiderGing Nang BoyzA moving masterpiece by Ging Nang Boyz
53eastA regrettable nighttayoriA tayori track that portrays the stillness of the night
54north_eastMy beloved, good night…B’zBallads have unexpectedly become popular in dramas.
55north_eastDon’t Fall Asleep feat. Ikuko Harada (clammbon)YONA YONA WEEKENDERSThe gentle music night after night is comforting.
56south_eastBeautiful night skyJUN SKY WALKER(S)JUN SKY WALKER’s debut single “Wonderful Night Sky”
57south_eastLike tonight’s moonElephant KashimashiElekashi’s classic song “Like Tonight’s Moon” resonates deeply in my heart.
58south_eastlighthouseGen HoshinoGen Hoshino’s song “Lighthouse”: profound meaning and delicate tones
59south_easttropical nightSHISHAMOSHISHAMO’s “Nettaiya,” a love song that echoes on summer nights
60south_eastBeyond the nightcraneA gentle nighttime rock number by Afro Band
61south_eastNightmareKiyotaka SugiyamaKiyotaka Sugiyama’s new song is refreshing and soothing.
62eastThe Night Before DepartureLOST IN TIMEA rock song that cheers you on and gives you courage for your departure
63south_eastBeat of DawnFujifabricFujifabric “Moteki” Theme Song
64north_eastBecause it’s a cold night…TRFTRF “Because It’s a Cold Night…”—a masterpiece by Tetsuya Komuro
65north_eastIn the night sky where I can’t even dreamBEYOOOOONDSA moving work whose love songs resonate in the heart.
66north_eastNight grooveiriA comfortable groovy track by iri that shines in the nighttime scenery
67south_eastAliensKirinjiA Kirinji masterpiece that depicts society’s loneliness and love
68eastAkatsuki-zukuyoHONEY WORKSA song that portrays the poignancy of the night and of love.
69easttropical nightRIP SLYMERIP SLYME’s summer classic “Nettaiya” (Tropical Night)
70eastSlip through the nightToshi-kunReggae from Kansai: Hope and Resolve for the Future
71eastYou among the starsUruUru’s first original song popular on YouTube
72north_eastFriday NightZAZEN BOYSThe song “Friday Night” by ZAZEN BOYS
73south_eastThe Last RainYasushi NakanishiYasushi Nakanishi’s poignant ballad
74south_eastNocturne Under the MoonMALICE MIZERThe Appeal of the Visual Kei Band MALICE MIZER
75south_eastBurning Friday NightLucky KilimanjaroWhiskey at night and the music of solitude
76south_eastDriving All NightDOUBLER&B songs perfect for a midnight drive
77south_eastWonderlandiriA melody of the heart that finds light from the darkness
78south_eastSaturday NightBLANKEY JET CITYA fast-paced rock song by BJC from before their breakup
79south_eastStar-Silent Nightgood-for-nothingCarrots and Aqu3ra’s Bittersweet Nocturne
80south_eastODD TAXISkirt and PUNPEESophisticated music that reflects the city nightscape
81eastBefore sleepingYoshitaro Odaka (LUNKHEAD)Yotarou Odaka's solo song, a soothing singing voice
82eastStars of the short nightshallm18-year-old Lia’s band, the moving “Stars of the Short Night”
83eastNight SwingShinsei KamattechanA tale of the moonlit playground that reflects loneliness
84eastRendezvousNissy (Takahiro Nishijima)A poignant love of lovers nestled together on a quiet night
85eastMidnight Door ~ Stay with MeMiki MatsubaraMiki Matsubara’s wistful, urban disco track
86eastA Gentle BallAimerA night tale woven by a phantasmal waltz
87eastI want to see you.iriA wistful song that portrays iri’s nighttime emotions.
88eastOnly on nights when I want to dieAina the EndThe presence of someone important who supports you in everyday life
89eastBlues Until MorningKeimyo ReitaroKimyō Reitarō's theme song that soothes the loneliness of midnight