[Recommended for people in their 70s] Songs that really move you. Beloved classic Japanese hits of the past.

interaction; friendly contact; bondingMasatoshi Nakamura

interaction; friendly contact; bonding

A classic song that gently sings about the importance of human connections.

Its heartwarming melody and deeply meaningful lyrics resonate with listeners.

Released in October 1974, it became a major hit as an insert song for the TV drama “Warera Seishun!” It was Masatoshi Nakamura’s debut single and gave a powerful boost to his career as a singer.

It’s a recommended track for moments when you want to share life’s joys and sorrows, or feel the bonds with someone special.

Let its warm vocals wrap around you as you bask in nostalgic memories.

A café in a student districtGaro

GARO – Gakuseigai no Kissaten (Official Audio)

A heartwarming song that brings back nostalgic memories of student days.

Youthful times spent enjoying casual conversations over coffee at a café.

Wrapped in Garo’s gentle vocals, the days spent with a former lover vividly return.

Released in June 1972, the song became a massive hit, topping the Oricon charts for seven consecutive weeks the following year.

In 1980, it was also featured in a commercial for Gohan Desu Yo!, earning support across generations.

It’s a recommended track for when you want to soak in nostalgia or look back on precious moments with someone special.

Always keep your dreamsYukio Hashi, Sayuri Yoshinaga

Always keep your dreams

Like a gently falling rain, this treasured classic speaks softly to the heart.

Sung as a duet by Yukio Hashi and Sayuri Yoshinaga, it tenderly gives voice to feelings for a loved one.

Released in September 1962, it became a major hit, surpassing 300,000 copies in just one month.

The following year, a film of the same name premiered, igniting even greater popularity.

With lyrics that stand beside those in sorrow and offer courage, the song continues to support many hearts today.

It’s perfect for humming together with older listeners or for simply sitting back and letting it wash over you.

Why not spend a heartwarming moment, recalling the nostalgia of youthful days?

The youth I walked through with youwind

The youth I walked through with you

Kaze’s “The Youth I Walked With You” is a classic that is deeply etched in the hearts of those who spent their youth in the 1970s.

The lyrical words penned by Shozo Ise portray universal themes like friendship, love, and parting, awakening unforgettable memories that lie dormant in listeners’ minds.

The beautiful melody intertwined with Ise’s vocals creates a harmony that stirs the bittersweet emotions of youth and unfailingly touches the heartstrings.

Since its release in 1976, the song has been covered by numerous artists, including Hiromi Ota, and has continued to be cherished across generations.

It’s a track you’ll want to play when you feel like reminiscing about old friends and former lovers.

Mischief of the spring breezeMomoe Yamaguchi

Momoe Yamaguchi – Prank of the Spring Breeze

With lyrics that gently express a faint first love and a touch of heartache, paired with Momoe Yamaguchi’s pure singing voice, this masterpiece beautifully captures the wavering emotions of young women.

Released in March 1974, it was used as the theme song for the film “The Izu Dancer,” generating widespread attention.

Alongside the movie—where Yamaguchi’s appeal as an actress shines—the song has left a deep impression on many hearts.

It’s a recommended track for spending a peaceful moment in the warmth of spring or when you want to look back on nostalgic memories.

Let's get married.Takuro Yoshida

Let's get married.

Takuro Yoshida is a singer-songwriter who represents the 1970s.

“Let’s Get Married,” released in 1972, became one of the defining songs of Japan’s folk scene.

Reflecting shifts in how young people viewed love and marriage at the time, it gained broad support, especially among the younger generation.

Its groundbreaking lyrics—voicing a marriage proposal from a man’s perspective—also drew attention.

How about listening to this era-defining classic together with your special partner?

RomanceHiromi Iwasaki

Romance

Romance, in which Hiromi Iwasaki’s sweet voice weaves together heartache and passion, is a masterpiece that will surely resonate even with those who have grown older.

Nearly half a century after its 1975 release, its lyrics and melody remain unfaded, and with her overwhelming vocal power, she expresses straightforward feelings for a loved one.

Kyōhei Tsutsumi’s stylish arrangement matches Iwasaki’s vocals beautifully, doesn’t it? It’s perfect for listening alone at a leisurely pace while basking in memories, and also highly recommended for belting out to your heart’s content with friends at karaoke.