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Recommended for people in their 70s! A curated selection of Japanese songs to listen to and sing during the cold winter

Accompanist / Piano InstructorYuri
Accompanist pianist × piano instructor × web writer. I began piano lessons at age four and, inspired by my piano teacher, decided to pursue music. I went on to specialized music programs in high school and university, where I discovered the appeal of accompanying instrumentalists and singers. Currently, alongside teaching piano, I work mainly in my home region of Aichi as an accompanist for flute, voice, choir, and more. Through lessons, my students often introduce me to trending songs, and my hobby is trying anything on the piano—Japanese and Western pop, commercial jingles, and beyond. Since 2021, I’ve also been active as a web writer, covering music and a variety of other genres.

On a winter day when the cold seeps into your bones, how about spending a cozy time singing beloved Showa-era classics?

In this article, we introduce timeless Japanese songs—especially recommended winter masterpieces for those in their 70s.

Sing the nostalgic tunes that bring back memories of your youth, and your heart will be full and your body warmed from the inside out—no doubt about it!

Listen to and sing your favorite songs, and let’s get through winter while savoring the profound lyrics and wistful melodies that resonate in the heart.

Recommended for people in their 70s! A curated selection of Japanese songs to listen to and sing in the cold winter (21–30)

North AirportKeisuke Hama · Eun-sook Gye

North Airport | Gin Yonsuk (Keiko Lee) · Keisuke Hama

North Airport by Keisuke Hama & Eun-sook Gye

Keisuke Hama and Eun-Sook Gye are a mentor–protégé duo widely known for their duet “Kita Kūkō” (North Airport), released in 1987.

Especially noted for its poignant portrayal of romance set in wintertime Sapporo, the song has continued to capture hearts since its release on November 5, 1987.

With the pair’s exquisite harmonies and a melody that resonates deeply, the track draws listeners into a richly emotional narrative world.

It’s particularly recommended for cold winter nights when you want to reminisce about days gone by, or when you’d like to reflect on the past slowly with a warm drink in hand.

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In conclusion

These classic winter songs evoke the scent of the Showa era; for those in their seventies, they were likely nostalgic tunes that bring back memories of their youth.

While winter-themed songs tend to carry a somewhat wistful mood, one of their defining features is how deeply flavorful the lyrics truly are.

Why not enjoy these timeless winter tracks while paying attention to their stories and the worlds they create?