[BGM] Japanese songs for campfires and BBQs: A playlist of J-pop to enjoy while camping
Outdoor activities have become hugely popular in recent years, influenced in part by camping videos on YouTube.
When you feel like you want to break free from everyday life, why not put yourself in a setting that’s a little different from the norm and refresh your mind? This time, I’ll introduce some Japanese songs that are perfect for camping and the outdoors.
I’ve gathered everything from upbeat, exciting tracks to chill tunes that are perfect as background music for a campfire.
Let’s lean on the power of nature and music to forget everyday stress!
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[BGM] For campfires and BBQs: A collection of Japanese songs you’ll want to listen to while camping (21–30)
Yuru Camp ThemeAkiyuki Tateyama
The theme song from the hugely popular camping-themed anime Laid-Back Camp (Yuru Camp△).
Thanks to this anime, hasn’t the number of people going camping increased quite a bit? Maybe you, reading this article, also got into camping because of Yuru Camp△! This theme song, which plays in the show as well, has a laid-back, warm vibe—perfect for relaxing during camping or outdoor time.
And of course, it’s a great fit for campfires and barbecue scenes too!
Samama Festival!Mrs. GREEN APPLE
An upbeat song by Mrs.
GREEN APPLE that evokes a fun summer, with synthesizer sounds from the very beginning that lift your spirits.
The brisk, exhilarating chorus has a refreshing feel that blows away the muggy summer heat.
The lyrics feature very catchy phrases, so kids are likely to love it too.
When you go camping with your family—on the drive to the site, setting up the tent with the kids, or cooking together—this song will make your family camping trip even more fun!
[BGM] For campfires and BBQs. A compilation of Japanese songs you’ll want to listen to while camping (31–40)
Yaho-hoOsamu Sakata
This work, marked by its call-and-response phrases that echo like a mountain echo, is brimming with irrepressibly bright energy that makes your heart skip just by listening.
Created by singer-songwriter Osamu Sakata, it features a simple, easy-to-remember melody that charmingly conveys the joy of kids raising their voices out in nature.
This uplifting number is included on the album “With Jackie: Everyone Loves Children’s Songs,” released in April 2015.
It has also been featured on NHK programs related to “Okaasan to Issho,” and a new version with fresh vocals appeared in the winter of 2023, showing how the song continues to be sung across generations.
Gathered around a campfire, raising your voices together, it’s sure to become an unforgettable memory.
Jam (feat. iri)Mamikko Suzuki
Singer Mamiko Suzuki—who’s also active under the name Mamiko of the female rap duo chelmico.
Her track “Jam (feat.
iri),” from her 2021 album ms, is a perfect match for the beautiful scenery of camping.
The noisy sound effects etched into the hip-hop-style track are striking, and you can savor a deep session with iri, known for her groovy songwriting.
It’s an emotional number you’ll want to listen to both solo and while camping with friends.
Can you see it feat. J.Lamotta SuzumeEVISBEATS
EVISBEATS, a track maker who’s also active as MC/AMIDA, teamed up with artist Nagipan to release the 2021 album “PEPE.” The track “Can you see it feat.
J.
Lamotta Suzume” is a medium-tempo tune with an ambient vibe.
Moody synths woven into the hip-hop-influenced track bring a sense of calm.
J.
Lamotta Suzume’s supple, beautiful flow is truly heart-stealing.
It’s a chill-out number that works any time from morning to night—perfect for a refreshing break.
Hand in handKariyushi 58
“Te to Te” is a laid-back rock number by Kariyushi58, a rock band from Okinawa! Its striking sound blends reggae and rock, delivering both comfort and energy.
Even though there may be sad events or lonely moments in our peaceful everyday lives, this song gently encourages us with a positive message: let’s join hands and move forward together.
It’s a perfect BGM for camping that brings you closer to nature—give it a careful listen with your closest friends, or take it in solo from time to time.
MiracleGReeeeN
Kiseki, which was used as the theme song for the TV drama ROOKIES about delinquent high schoolers striving on the baseball team, became one of GReeeeN’s signature tracks.
It’s a song that reminds us anew that meeting irreplaceable friends and loved ones is a miracle.
If you’re enjoying a camping trip with cherished friends, a partner, or family, why not choose this song as your BGM? Because camping is all about cooperating with one another, you can savor the lyrics and share those feelings together.
After the excitement of the camp, a strong bond will be born—one that, like a miracle, will continue on and on!