Popular Japanese songs among men in their 60s: recommended masterpieces and classic tracks
We’d like to ask men in their 60s: What’s your favorite Japanese song?
“Those songs you listened to all the time in your youth,” “the ones you still sing at karaoke”—all sorts of tracks probably come to mind.
In this article, we researched and compiled songs that are popular among people in their 60s.
We’ve selected a wide range, from timeless classics to tracks that have enjoyed a recent revival.
If you love music or just want to check out popular tunes, be sure to take a look!
It might just fill you with nostalgia!
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Popular Japanese songs among men in their 60s: Recommended masterpieces and classics (41–50)
Memories SakeSachiko Kobayashi
The melancholic melody and gentle vocals are wonderful.
This is a song by Sachiko Kobayashi, a popular enka singer from Niigata Prefecture.
It was released in 1979 as her 28th single.
The lyrics, told from a woman’s perspective as she remembers a former lover, are heart‑wrenching.
Popular Japanese songs among men in their 60s: recommended classics and standard tracks (51–60)
youthKoichi Morita and Top Gallant
Many men in their 60s probably feel nostalgic when the lyrics link with memories of their youth.
It’s a song by the six-member music group Koichi Morita & Top Gallants, released in 1976.
The up-tempo style is really cool.
huge nuisanceUnicorn
A blissful newlywed life in a brand-new home is shattered by a sudden solo assignment away from the family.
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This is a UNICORN song that portrays the sorrows and inner conflicts of a salaryman with plenty of humor.
Its dramatic melody, fused with orchestral elements, perfectly matches the song’s unique worldview, resulting in a masterpiece that sharply satirizes Japanese society during the bubble era.
Released in April 1989 as the lead single from the album “Hattori,” it reached No.
12 on the Oricon charts and remains immensely popular among fans.
With lyrics that empathize with the feelings of corporate warriors and a catchy, karaoke-friendly melody line, it’s perfect for gatherings where friends want to reminisce.
homeYusaku Kiyama
A moving ballad filled with warm father-to-child love and hopes for growth has been delivered by Yusaku Kiyama.
His gentle, calm voice conveys deep affection for family, and despite its straightforward storytelling, it leaves a lasting resonance in the listener’s heart.
Released in February 2008, the song was featured as the ending theme for Nippon TV’s “UtaSta!!” and Yomiuri TV’s “Joho Live Miyane-ya,” and it also led to his appearance at the 59th NHK Kohaku Uta Gassen that same year.
For karaoke, it’s recommended when you want to reflect on family memories or express gratitude to someone special.
It’s a tender, warmth-filled song—like softly returning someone’s hand squeeze under a bright sky.
Yoko of the Port, Yokohama, YokosukaDown Town Boogie Woogie Band
How about some upbeat rock sounds? This is a signature song by Downtown Boogie-Woogie Band, a rock group formed in 1973.
It was released in 1975.
The conversational, talk-like melody has a cool, seasoned vibe! A must for band music lovers.
Cotton HandkerchiefHiromi Ohta
Although it’s a song sung by a woman, there are probably men in their 60s who often sing it at karaoke.
It’s a track by Hiromi Ohta, a singer-songwriter born in Tokyo and raised in Saitama, released in 1975.
The mood of the song somehow makes you want to listen to it while traveling, doesn’t it?
The Last RainYasushi Nakanishi
An ultimate, heart-stirring ballad that vividly portrays a farewell in a rain-soaked city.
Yasushi Nakanishi’s clear, gentle vocals beautifully express the pain of heartbreak and lingering attachment.
This song dramatically captures complex emotions like the fear of losing someone you love and possessiveness.
Released in August 1992, it was used as the theme song for Nippon TV’s “Hitachi Ashita P-KAN Kibun!” Its popularity steadily grew, ultimately becoming a major hit with total sales of about 900,000 copies by 1998.
It has been covered by numerous artists, including Kumi Koda and EXILE ATSUSHI.
For anyone who has experienced heartbreak, it’s a timeless ballad that resonates deeply and begs to be sung along to at least once.