[Rain Songs] Songs to listen to on a rainy day. A special feature on rain-themed tracks.

Do you like rainy days?

Some people dislike them because you get wet and can’t go out, while others love the sound of the rain or the calm atmosphere—there are all kinds of opinions.

For many, rain also ties in with a slightly bittersweet feeling, and there are plenty of songs that use rain as a theme to sing about that sense of poignancy.

In this article, we’ll introduce lots of popular songs that are perfect for listening to on a rainy day!

While many of them are melancholy, there are also songs that sing about hope—like how the rain will stop someday—so be sure to listen to plenty of them!

Playlist

[Rain Songs] Songs to listen to on a rainy day. A special feature on rain-themed tracks.
	Title	Playlist	One point
1	KotonohaMotohiro Hata		Motohiro Hata’s rain song, the image song for the film
2	the smell of rainiri		Masterpieces to enjoy the mood of rain through music
3	RAINSEKAI NO OWARI		Heartwarming music that sings of rainy scenes
4	The sound of rainMirei Touyama		A song that sings of a bittersweet love on a rainy day
5	ENDLESS RAINX		A classic X song that portrays the bittersweet emotions of a rainy day
6	The Last RainYasushi Nakanishi		Yasushi Nakanishi’s classic: the poignant feelings of love and rain
7	Cry like it’s raining.Nakamura Emi		Rain songs, tracks that make you feel positive
8	passing showerLila Ikuta		Lilas Ikuta's 'Passing Shower,' a heartrending breakup song
9	sound of rainASIAN KUNG-FU GENERATION		The melody of hope for the future woven by the sound of rain
10	In the night sky after the rainRC Succession		A rock number that blows away a rainy day
11	RainyROTTENGRAFFTY		A rain-themed song bursting with a sense of speed by a rock band from Kyoto
12	March of the RainFujifabric		Fujifabric’s eerily captivating song
13	Rainy StationHi-Fi set		Melancholic masterpiece at a rainy station: “Ame no Station”
14	LOVE RAIN ~Rain of Love~Toshinobu Kubota		The appeal of Toshinobu Kubota’s classic song “LOVE RAIN”
15	umbrellaKing Gnu		Umbrella of rain: the sorrow of parting embedded in King Gnu’s song
16	cold rainAimer		A one-of-a-kind singing voice, a will that transcends sorrow
17	Rain, then Sunshine Hallelujahyuzu		Uplifting songs to listen to on a rainy day
18	In June, I write the city after the rain.Yorushika		Music that resonates with the heart, accompanying rainy scenes.
19	rose flowerkururi		The comforting rain song by the Kyoto band Quruli
20	rainy rainy rainy bluesChiahi Sato		Chiaki Sato’s rain song soothes the heart.
21	Hydrangea StreetSpitz		Slow-tempo songs to listen to on a rainy day
22	Rainy BlueHidemasa Tokunaga		The poignant classic for rainy days, “Rainy Blue”
23	Osaka Rainy BluesSUPER EIGHT		A Kansai-dialect ballad from Osaka about a bittersweet love
24	autumn rainSonar Pocket		A lyrical piece that depicts the scene of autumn rain
25	Ultramarine DaysTokyo Incidents		An impressive, fast-paced song by Tokyo Jihen
26	rainPETROLZ		A melody by PETROLZ that feels like a pleasant rain
27	You are the rain.ohashiTrio		Ohashi Trio's poignant ballad stirs the heart.
28	April Rainaiko		aiko's 30th work, a song about the pure rain of love
29	rainbowAqua Timez		A cheerful and warm encouraging song, lyrics and music by Taishi
30	Lost Dog and the Beat of the RainASIAN KUNG-FU GENERATION		The emotions of a dog that got lost on a rainy day are hea...
31	sound of rainGen Hoshino		The coupling song from Gen Hoshino’s “Koi,” Scenes of Dawn
32	Ref:rainAimer		“Ref:rain” is a heartbreaking love song about romance.
33	IN THE RAINXG		An R&B song of rain sounds and bittersweet heartbreak
34	Light Blue RainJunko Yagami		Junko Yagami’s melancholic classic about heartbreak
35	rainChisato Moritaka		The poignant charm of Chisato Moritaka’s classic song “Ame” (Rain)
36	When the rain fillsAi Higuchi		A moving work whose theme song for a heartrending rain resonates with the heart.
37	umbrellaTOKIO		Lyrics by Ringo Sheena, a rock song depicting the emotions before the rain.
38	Gentleness of the rainbird		R&B songs to spend a rainy day in style
39	umbrellaMrs. GREEN APPLE		Standing without an umbrella in the unending rain of sorrow...
40	umbrellaSEKAI NO OWARI		Personify a voiceless 'umbrella' that protects someone...
41	rainHitsuji Bungaku		An introspective, heart-soothing song by Hitsujibungaku
42	It always begins with rain.ASKA		The masterpiece that gives hope on rainy days: “It Always Begins with Rain.”
43	Summer RainKobukuro		Summer Rain by Kobukuro, a heart-wrenching love song
44	Iris After the RainRe;IRIS		A refreshing school idol song that brightens up the rainy season
45	RainSIRUP		Rainy romance painted in mellow R&B
46	When it starts raining heavilySenri Oe		Senri Oe: Diverse Musical Activities and Talent
47	The sound of winter rainFLOW		A Latin-style rock number and a hit song by FLOW
48	Rain MelodyKinKi Kids		KinKi Kids’ iconic song that heats up a rainy day
49	Warm RainTOMITA Lab		Tomita Lab’s “Atatakai Ame” is a sophisticated rain sound.
50	Early summer rain&TEAM		From spring to early summer, a song of unchanging love and farewell
51	Cold RainPSYCHIC FEVER		PSYCHIC FEVER’s drama theme song: music that colors emotions
52	Rain SongGReeeeN		GReeeeN’s rain song, a bittersweet love story
53	A midsummer passing showerHikaru Utada		Hikaru Utada’s digital single, a bittersweet song about rain
54	festivalsumika		Gently nudging people forward as they head toward new challenges...
55	hydrangeaCanai		Through the ephemerality of flowers blooming in a rain-soaked city...
56	It rains on my day off.Osamu Furusato		Disheartened by the rainy day off, along with music
57	cold rainBONNIE PINK		BONNIE PINK's powerful song about rain
58	On a Rainy DayOf course		A melancholy song by Kazumasa Oda of Off Course
59	SquallEiko Matsumoto		Masaharu Fukuyama’s love song, a poignant story on a rainy night
60	Red Sweet PeaSeiko Matsuda		Cheer up with Seiko Matsuda’s “Red Sweet Pea.”
61	Rain SonataMISIA		Music moistens the heart that wants to be beaten by the rain.
62	RainsongMasayoshi Yamazaki		Masayoshi Yamazaki's 'Rain Song' is a masterpiece for after the rain.
63	cactusPorno Graffitti		A song that portrays the end of love and the hope for renewal
64	Rain of jewelsPerfume		Characteristics of Perfume’s songs and their use in commercials
65	2000 tons of rainTatsuro Yamashita		A refreshing, pop-style movie theme song
66	Weather ReportBUMP OF CHICKEN		A BUMP OF CHICKEN classic that heals the sorrow of the rain
67	A million rainsclass		Class suspends activities following Tsukui’s death; their classic song 'A Million Raindrops'
68	No way I’m going to cry.Ikimonogakari		Ikimono-gakari's movie theme song and commercial track
69	umbrella jellyfishRemioromen		A youthful romance of rain and the karakasa jellyfish
70	An unbearably sweet seasonTOMITA Lab		Tomita Lab’s mature song: heartbreak and the seasons
71	Not even defeated by sudden showersNICO Touches the Walls		NICO’s classic masterpiece depicting rain and human relationships
72	Because the rain dancesindigo la End		The stirring theme song by indigo la End
73	UmbrellaNaniwa Danshi		Naniwa Danshi’s bittersweet rainy love song
74	I’ve been waiting impatiently.Madoka Oishi		Singing of a woman's heartrending feelings in the rainy season
75	rainDevour the dreams left by God.		A heart-stirring ballad that portrays the pain of heartbreak
76	I can’t see because of the drizzle.Reimi		Longing for lost youth and moving forward
77	After The RainKj from DRAGON ASH×Leyona		A collaboration song by D-A and Leyona
78	Sky Blue TownSpitz		Spitz’s classic songs, music that resonates with the heart
79	1 hourHumbert Humbert		The husband-and-wife duo Humbert Humbert, singing of rain and tears
80	SillyLeo Ieiri		Leo Ieiri's theme song for 'For N'
81	Noctiluca on rain-soaked streetsKenshi Yonezu		Seishun to Ame, a track from Kenshi Yonezu’s album
82	Over the rainflumpool		A moving song that sings of hope after the rain
83	TokyoMushroom Empire		Rainy days, thoughts for someone I can’t meet, and Tokyo
84	cold rainMiho Karasawa		A positive song that washes away sadness
85	SquallMasaharu Fukuyama		Masaharu Fukuyama’s “Squall,” a song that portrays a woman’s heartrending feelings.
86	RainMotohiro Hata		A poignant classic 'Rain' that's perfect for a rainy day
87	The End Of The WorldNoriyuki Makihara		Mackey’s heartbreaking rainy love song
88	rainMs. OOJA		The late-blooming songstress, Ms.OOJA’s soul-stirring songs
89	RainySCANDAL		SCANDAL’s classic that brightens the rainy season
90	It was rainy again in Nagasaki today.Hiroshi Uchiyamada and the Cool Five		A moving song depicting the rain and the town of Nagasaki
91	Rainy Day WomanMiki Matsubara		A masterpiece that depicts memories and farewells on a rainy day
92	I hope it’s sunny.DREAMS COME TRUE		I hope it’s sunny; I want to go out with someone special.
93	Don’t underestimate the rain.KIRINJI		A Kirinji song that portrays the mysteries of love
94	Unaffected by sudden showersNICO Touches the Walls		NARUTO theme songs are popular for their positive lyrics
95	Midsummer RainREBECCA		REBECCA “Midsummer Rain,” a classic that sings of summer rain
96	After the rainWANIMA		A life-affirming anthem from a band hailing from Kumamoto
97	RAINYUI		A heartbroken Christmas song, bittersweet feelings in the rain
98	Wet in the rainZYYG, REV, ZARD&WANDS		Luxurious collaboration track “In the Rain”: poignant lyrics and a refreshing melody
99	I fell in loveaiko		Aiko’s bittersweet songs are healing masterpieces for the heart.
100	rainbowyuzu		Beyond the rain, a rainbow of hope can be seen.
101	TSUNAMISouthern All Stars		A classic song that sings of a bittersweet yearning for someone from the past
102	Rainy Amusement ParkSasuke		Sasuke’s bittersweet heartbreak song at a rainy amusement park
103	sharing an umbrella (romantic)Tegomasu		A bittersweet love song duo by Tegoshi and Masuda
104	drizzleGinji Ito		A beautiful phrase that describes a delicate drizzle
105	RainKumi Koda		Kumi Koda’s heartbreaking song resonates with my heart.
106	Love Weather ForecastHanako Oku		Oku Hanako's lively song is refreshing even on rainy days.
107	Ice RainShizuka Kudo		A quiet and moving song, perfect for a rainy day
108	Rainy MidosujiOuyang Feifei		Ouyang Fei Fei’s debut song, a poignant piece composed by The Ventures
109	Rainy dayAyumi Hamasaki		Ayumi Hamasaki’s poignant song about rain
110	By the time the rain lets upMasaki Suda		A masterpiece that blows away the gloom of rainy days
111	Straw DogsFumiya Fujii		Fumiya Fujii’s singing voice and lyrics overflowing with love
112	Taking shelter from the rainMasashi Sada		Sada Masashi’s devotion to lyric writing and song
113	futureKobukuro		Kobukuro’s theme song for the film “orange.”
114	A Bouquet of Kisses in the RainMiki Imai		Miki Imai’s classic song brightens a rainy day
115	Rainy Driverimase		The rain-soaked cityscape seen from the Shuto Expressway and the subtleties of the heart
116	Rain and CappuccinoYorushika		Summer rain, soothing singing voice and memories
117	It always starts with rain.ASKA		ASKA of CHAGE and ASKA, the classic song 'Beginnings Are Always in the Rain'
118	Rain followed by clear skiesMr.Children		A track from a Mr.Children album that portrays the emotions of a salaried worker
119	Love’s Melody and Rainy SkiesAAA		A song by AAA that sings of early autumn romance.
120	RainingCocco		A profound song that expresses the feeling of being alive
121	cold rainEvery Little Thing		Singing about the bittersweet feelings of a heartbreak in the cold rain.
122	RAINGLAY		GLAY’s debut single, the ending theme for Yamato Takeru
123	Rain OtoRADWIMPS		RADWIMPS’s wistful love song “Amaotoko”
124	evening showerShikao Suga		Track included in Shikao Suga’s movie theme song ‘Sweet’
125	Helpless RainMika Nakashima		A famous song that sings of Mika Nakashima’s heartrending feelings
126	Longing for RainAki Yashiro		Aki Yashiro’s “Ame no Bojo” (Love in the Rain), a smash hit song
127	rainbowMasaharu Fukuyama		Masaharu Fukuyama’s theme song for “WATER BOYS”
128	I don’t have an umbrella.Yosui Inoue		A heart that heads toward love even without an umbrella
129	passing showerRen		Ren’s song “Passing Shower,” with a delicate and profound singing voice
130	Brilliant RainKing Gnu		A hopeful song by King Gnu that resonates with the heart
131	What kind of good things?SMAP		Timeless songs that soothe the heart on rainy days, and the warmth of everyday life we often forget
132	Early summer rainRemioromen		Remioromen’s refreshing rainy-season song
133	Gentle RainKyoko Koizumi		Kyoko Koizumi’s classic song that portrays urban loneliness and love
134	The way the autumn rain falls is endearing.indigo la End		A band song by Enon Kawatani that sings of autumn rain
135	Rainy StationYumi Matsutoya		A famous song that sings of Nishi-Tachikawa, also chosen as the station’s departure melody.
136	RAINPistol Takehara		Moved by Takahashi Pistols' rain song
137	drizzleIssei Minami		The poignant feelings of Issei Minami reflected in the rain of the port town