Recommended love songs for men in their 70s: A collection of nostalgic love songs

When it comes to songs popular among people in their seventies, I think of tracks from the 1960s and 1970s—and there are plenty of love songs from those decades.

In this article, I’ll be introducing a selection of love songs especially recommended for men in their seventies.

I hope this will be helpful not only for those looking for songs to enjoy themselves, but also for younger generations searching for music that’s popular with people in their seventies.

It would be great if you find songs that bring back memories from those days or ones you can’t help but hum along to.

Playlist

Recommended love songs for men in their 70s: A collection of nostalgic love songs
	Title	Playlist	One point
1	Winter LightningAlice		Summary (20 characters): Alice’s 6th single released in 1977. A Showa-era classic depicting the impulse of winter love.
2	North TavernTakashi Hosokawa		Takashi Hosokawa’s 1982 smash hit. An enka song with a light melody that sings of a chance meeting in a bar and budding romance.
3	Let me have that wonderful love once moreKazuhiko Kato, Osamu Kitayama		A classic song composed by Kazuhiko Kato and Osamu Kitayama in 1971, singing of sweet and bittersweet memories of love.
4	Love only for youThe Tigers		Summary (20 characters): The Tigers’ iconic 1968 release. An immortal love song sung with Kenji Sawada’s sweet vocals.
5	Miracle of LoveHide and Rosanna		“Ai no Kiseki,” which debuted in 1968, is a timeless classic that sings of a poignant love for a former lover.
6	Sleep on my chestPrincess Kaguya		Summary (20 characters): A signature song by Kaguya-hime. With gentle vocals and lyrics, it expresses the desire to stay close to a loved one.
7	Aoba Castle Love SongMuneyuki Sato		Summary (20 characters): Muneyuki Sato’s nostalgic love song is a folk tune that warmly portrays Sendai’s seasons and everyday life of its people.
8	interaction; friendly contact; bondingMasatoshi Nakamura		A classic song about human connections. Released in 1974 as an insert song for a drama, it was Masatoshi Nakamura's debut single.
9	My Dear EllieSouthern All Stars		A 20-character summary: Southern All Stars’ “Itoshi no Ellie” is a smash hit ballad from 1979 that remains beloved across generations.
10	Good Night BabyThe King Tones		A signature song by the King Tones from 1968. Known for its touching melody and lyrics, it has been covered by many artists.
11	Journey of the HeartTulip		Tulip’s “Kokoro no Tabi” is a 1973 hit song—a classic that portrays love and separation, and the struggle toward one’s dreams.
12	Shadows of YouthTulip		Tulip’s ballad sings of love and life’s first steps, and it continues to move many hearts across time.
13	To say goodbyeBilly BanBan		Summary (20 characters): Billy BanBan's 1972 signature work. It sings of past and new love and is loved by many.
14	I knew it—I love you.Takajin Yashiki		A signature song by Takajin Yashiki. The lyrics in Kansai dialect express a sweet, heartrending love. It is also used as the departure melody at Osaka Station.
15	Premonition of LoveSafe zone		A classic by Anzenchitai that expresses the throbbing of love with a wistful, beautiful melody. Koji Tamaki’s vocal prowess is especially striking.
16	Love MemoryShigeru Matsuzaki		Shigeru Matsuzaki’s signature song. Released in 1977, it was a big hit that led to his first appearance on the Kōhaku Uta Gassen. A gentle, unforgettable classic.
17	coniferGoro Noguchi		A 20-character summary: Goro Noguchi’s 1976 release. A ballad themed on parting and rebirth, it’s an acclaimed classic that won multiple music awards.
18	Forever with youYuzo Kayama		Yuzo Kayama’s “Kimi to Itsumademo” is a classic that sings of eternal love and continues to be cherished across generations.
19	companion on the road; fellow traveler; taking someone along (often unwillingly)Tetsuya Watari		Tetsuya Watari’s “Michizure” is a classic that portrays an otherworldly romance, and its moving lyrics have long been cherished.
20	Thank you, night fog, again tonight.Yujiro Ishihara		Ishihara Yujiro’s signature song “Yogiri yo Konya mo Arigatou” is a masterpiece with a wistful melody depicting a secret love.
21	Otaru no hito yoMasayoshi Tsuruoka and Tokyo Romantica		A 1967 release, “Otaru no Hito yo” is a classic that poignantly portrays longing for a loved one far away.
22	Let’s get married.Takuro Yoshida		Summary: Takuro Yoshida’s “Let’s Get Married” is a classic folk song released in 1972.
23	Beach of MemoriesThe Wild Ones		Summary (20 characters): A classic Group Sounds hit. Surf music released in 1966. A massive hit selling over 1 million copies.
24	TSUNAMISouthern All Stars		Keisuke Kuwata’s heartbreaking breakup ballad, a moving masterpiece
25	Wine Red HeartSafe zone		Summary (20 characters): A 1983 single by Anzen Chitai. A song expressing adult love became a hit.
26	I love youYutaka Ozaki		A poignant love song by Yutaka Ozaki. It’s a piano ballad about a forbidden love, and many artists have covered it.
27	loveChiharu Matsuyama		A 20-character summary: A ballad by Chiharu Matsuyama. With acoustic guitar and a clear, transparent voice, it’s a classic that expresses yearning and love.
28	The City of Love, SapporoYujiro Ishihara		A signature song by Yujiro Ishihara set against the Sapporo Clock Tower. Released in 1972, it sold 650,000 copies and helped promote the appeal of the Sapporo Olympics.
29	MaybeSachiko Kobayashi & Katsuhiko Miki		Summary (20 characters): A classic album reviving 1984 enka for today. It carries bittersweet love and strong longing.
30	A street corner where stars fallToshi Itō and Happy & Blue		A quiet night spent with a lover
31	The two are young.Dick Mine		A classic 1935 hit depicting romance in early Showa Japan. A heartwarming duet between a man and a woman that captures the innocence of young lovers.
32	Longing for RainAki Yashiro		Aki Yashiro’s classic hit “Ame no Bojo” passionately sings of longing in love.
33	A Love Game Between a Man and a WomanMika Hino / Shiro Aoi		Takeda Pharmaceutical’s commercial song becomes a hit duet classic
34	My GiftOf course		A famous song by Kazumasa Oda that makes you feel the arrival of spring
35	Akira’s Zundoko SongAkira Kobayashi		A scene of young love, a youth song with a thumping 'zundoko' rhythm
36	Until we meet againKiyohiko Ozaki		A classic song that sings of determination and hope for a new life. Created by Yu Aku and Kyohei Tsutsumi, it features the powerful vocals of Kiyohiko Ozaki.
37	You are more beautiful than a rose.Akira Fuse		Summary (20 characters): Akira Fuse’s 1979 single. A classic that gently sings of the emotions of a nostalgic encounter.
38	When I turn around, the Sea of JapanHiroshi Itsuki		Singing of the loneliness of the Sea of Japan and the shape of life
39	Waltz of StarlightMasao Sen		Masao Sen’s soul-stirring farewell song
40	I’m falling in love with you againFuyumi Sakamoto		A moving song that portrays deepening love and bonds
41	Cape TourKotaro Yamamoto and the Weekend		A heartbreak song by Kotaro Yamamoto
42	a red handkerchiefYujiro Ishihara		Spring in the northern country, a masterpiece that resonates in Yujiro Ishihara’s heart
43	A Love Story in GinzaYujiro Ishihara · Junko Makimura		Summary (20 characters): Released in 1961. A blockbuster duet song depicting a poignant romance between a man and a woman set in Ginza.
44	Tokyo CachitoFrank Nagai		Summary (20 characters): A Showa-era classic by Nagai Frank. Set against the nights of Akasaka, it portrays the bittersweetness of adult love with an urban touch.
45	IzakayaHiroshi Itsuki		A masterpiece that portrays the loneliness of an izakaya, resonating deep in the heart
46	Snow CountryIkuzo Yoshi		The scenery of the northern country and the heart-stirring singing voice of Yoshikazu Ikuzō
47	Traveler of the NorthYujiro Ishihara		A melancholic masterpiece that sings of love in the northern land
48	Strawberry Statement, Once Againbang bang		A timeless song that paints memories of youth, resonating in the heart.
49	As time goes byKenji Sawada		A song of love and healing for lonely men and women
50	Private railway line areaGoro Noguchi		A classic song that sings of the bittersweetness of love, expressing Goro Noguchi’s emotions.
51	You are my very lifeHiroshi Mizuhara		Hiroshi Mizuhara’s 1967 smash hit “Kimi Koso Waga Inochi” is a moving anthem that looks back on a lost love and realizes that love is the very meaning of life.
52	Osaka RhapsodyChisato and Mari Umihara		Summary (20 characters): A 1976 song by Senri and Mari Uminara. It portrays the feelings of lovers set in Osaka.
53	Melancholy TrainMichiya Mihashi		Mitsuo Mihashi’s moving classic, a big hit
54	In the Middle of a DreamTakao Kisugi		A poignant urban romance: a tale of parting and reunion
55	A Place in the SunShogo Hamada		A moving song depicting Shogo Hamada’s infidelity
56	Heartbreak RestaurantKentaro Shimizu		A gemlike ballad set in a restaurant that heals the pain of heartbreak, portraying both the joys and sorrows of love.
57	As long as the sun is in the skyAkira Nishikino		An immortal masterpiece that sings of love, a timeless moving experience
58	wheat fieldOyonez		A beloved hit with 900,000 copies sold that portrays rural romance through friendly Tohoku-dialect lyrics.
59	Farewell in MayYosui Inoue		Introduce/In this article, we introduce Yosui Inoue’s classic songs that capture the refreshingly pleasant seasons.
60	Beautiful SpringYuzo Kayama		Summary (20 chars): A 1968 song by Yuzo Kayama. A heartwarming youth classic about spring and first love.
61	A Letter Waiting for SpringTakuro Yoshida		Heartfelt exchanges through letters and songs of memories
62	Song of Seeing Spring OffGoro Noguchi		A classic that gently sings of springtime farewells, a melody that resonates with the heart
63	Parting at 22wind		The Wind’s debut song, cherished as a timeless anthem of youth
64	Lingering Snowdolphin		Spring farewell song, a masterpiece by Iruka
65	Goodbye once moreKiyohiko Ozaki		Kiyohiko Ozaki’s beautiful ballad of love and parting
66	Sexual Violet No. 1Masahiro Kuwana		1970s rock sound, adult passion
67	The Sweet LifeGoro Noguchi		A masterpiece released by Goro Noguchi in 1974 that depicts a man and woman living together and then parting ways. It topped the Oricon charts, and Kyohei Tsutsumi won the Japan Record Award for Composition.
68	Cotton HandkerchiefHiromi Ohta		A bittersweet song about long-distance love, nostalgic memories
69	Yearning for youFrank Nagai		Frank Nagai’s “Kimi Koishi” has remained an unfading classic since its 1961 release. Its moody arrangement and deep vocals embody a sophisticated, adult allure.
70	Make it a slow boogie (I want you)Yoshitaka Minami		Summary (20 characters): Yoshitaka Minami’s “Slow na Boogie ni Shitekure” is a classic 1981 movie theme song depicting the complexity of human relationships.
71	I love you, OKEikichi Yazawa		Eikichi Yazawa’s 1975 solo debut song. A love ballad recorded in Los Angeles.