[2025] A classic song themed around summer festivals. A song of summer memories.

A beautiful nightShogo Hamada

I tried singing “Beautiful Night” (by Shogo Hamada).

“A Beautiful Night” is a song included on Shogo Hamada’s album “Journey of a Songwriter,” released in 2015.

As his first original album in ten years, the record topped the Oricon album chart at No.

1.

With lyrics that capture the joy of spending time with you at a festival where fireworks light up the sky, and a mellow sound, it’s a wonderfully sweet love song.

It’s the perfect track for a calm moment at a summer festival!

Fireworks of ShoesYorushika

Yorushika – Fireworks of Shoes (Music Video)

Yorushika is a band rapidly gaining popularity, especially among young people.

Consisting of n-buna, also known as a Vocaloid producer, and the singer suis, Yorushika is best known for their emotional songs.

Their track “Kutsu no Hanabi” (“Fireworks of Shoes”) showcases their strengths to great effect, combining a heartrending sound with lyrics that feel almost otherworldly.

summer festivalTUBE

TUBE 'Summer Festival' with lyrics

When it comes to bands essential to summer songs, TUBE surely comes to mind.

If you’re looking for a bittersweet summer track among TUBE’s songs, “Natsu Matsuri” is highly recommended! Released in 2004 as their 43rd single, it reached No.

5 on the Oricon Singles Chart.

The story of a summer festival with someone you finally got to meet, only to have to part ways, brings on a poignant, aching feeling.

Don’t just listen to upbeat tracks—try a bittersweet summer song once in a while!

H.A.N.A.B.I ~The Summer When You Were There~ZONE

Z.O.N.E–Hanabi~Kimiga ita Natsu {OFF VOCALS}

ZONE, the girls’ band that took the early 2000s by storm.

While they’re best known for “secret base ~Kimi ga Kureta Mono~,” the song “H.

A.

N.

A.

B.

I ~Kimi ga Ita Natsu~” also remains a longtime favorite among fans.

The lyrics, which recall someone you loved but who is no longer here during the summer festival season, really hit home.

summer festivalyuzu

Summer Festival Yuzu yuzu with Chinese Subtitles

A track included on the 2004 album “1 ~ONE~.” With its gentle melody and beautiful choral work, it sings about a summer festival date.

Whether you’ve had a similar experience or not, this song might stir up a sense of nostalgia.

Summer-Colored StoryReturn

[MV] Natsuiro Story / Return [Original Song]

This is a song by the vocalist unit Return that expresses summer episodes and the emotions that come with them.

Its driving, powerful band sound, infused with a touch of traditional Japanese atmosphere, is striking, evoking exhilaration along with a subtle hint of melancholy.

The lyrics depict love stories tied to summer, conveying a strong sense of feelings growing deeper.

With vivid portrayals of summer scenes, it’s a track that leaves an impression by communicating its emotions directly and honestly.

Samama Festival!Mrs. GREEN APPLE

Mrs. GREEN APPLE – Samama Festival!

A refreshing track by Mrs.

GREEN APPLE packed with the lively spirit of summer festivals.

Its uplifting melody and energetic sound feel great, letting you fully savor the excitement of the coming summer.

日本工学院のCMテーマソングおよびテレビ朝日『musicるTV』のオープニングテーマに起用され、夏の定番として多くの人々の心をつかんだ。

This song features a pop arrangement that shines on summer stages and rhythms that heighten the festive mood.

Why not add it to your playlist as a track that will boost your energy in the hot season?