[For people in their 30s] Stylish Japanese songs you’ll want to listen to as an adult
Are there any of you who’ve found your musical tastes changing in your thirties compared to when you were younger? High-energy tracks are great, but sometimes you want to take your time with works infused with poise and sensitivity, right? In this article, we’ll introduce stylish music ranging from melodies with a sophisticated, urban flair to songs that exude a calm, mature mood.
We’ve picked selections from various eras and across a wide range of genres.
You’re sure to find a track that resonates with your sensibilities.
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[For people in their 30s] Stylish Japanese songs you’ll want to listen to as an adult (1–10)
Make it through a lonely nightLucky Kilimanjaro
The lead track from Lucky Kilimanjaro’s major-label debut EP, “HUG.” Released in November 2018, the song captures the exhilaration of breaking free from a night spent alone, set to a polished dance beat.
Its lyrics depict loneliness and anxiety through everyday language, creating a sound that feels close to listeners’ daily lives.
A stylish dance number perfect for the slightly weary walk home.
Mr. Monster feat. AimyonKen Hirai
This is a lavish collaborative number by Ken Hirai, a leading figure in the J-POP scene, and Aimyon, who can now be called an icon of the times.
Written by Ken Hirai with Aimyon in mind, the song portrays a hopeless unrequited love—knowing it won’t be rewarded yet still being irresistibly drawn in.
The inescapable sorrow of it all is set to a sophisticated, urbane pop sound.
Released in March 2020, it was also included on the album “Anata ni Naritakatta” (“I Wanted to Be You”).
If you’re struggling with a futile love, this song might resonate perfectly.
sparkleFujii Kaze
Many of you might know it as the song from Honda’s VEZEL commercial! This track, released in May 2021 by Kaze Fujii—a singer-songwriter proudly representing Okayama—features an irresistibly light beat and an exhilarating melody.
It carries a coolness that brushes off life’s difficulties with ease, while underneath flows a warmth that cherishes love.
The message—believing in your own shine after many experiences and moving toward the future together with someone precious—is sure to resonate.
Put it on first thing in the morning or during a weekend drive when you want a reset, and you’ll feel your everyday life suddenly light up.
[For people in their 30s] Stylish Japanese songs you’ve come to want to listen to as an adult (11–20)
beautiful worldSPECIAL OTHERS
SPECIAL OTHERS have established a solid reputation as an instrumental band.
How about “beautiful world,” included on their acclaimed 2012 album Have a Nice Day? Beginning with silence, sounds gradually layer upon one another, eventually unfolding into a grand soundscape that seems to guide the listener into another world.
When you want to step away from the busyness of everyday life, I think this track can help you do just that.
hindsightRIP SLYME
RIP SLYME is a five-member hip-hop group made up of four MCs and one DJ.
This work, which marks their 25th anniversary year, is sure to resonate especially with those who’ve learned to enjoy music differently than they did in their youth.
Riding a comfortable mid-tempo beat, the members trade verses like they’re chatting about their own lives.
Beneath the lighthearted banter runs a sense of gratitude for the past and a gaze toward the future.
The contrast between the rapid-fire raps and the gently affecting, melodic hook is addictive.
Put it on while driving with old friends, and you’ll surely find yourselves reminiscing in no time!
dancerVaundy
This track is also known for being praised by music producer Junji Ishiwatari as an example of the “aesthetics of subtraction.” An ensemble built from the bare minimum—rhythm, bass, and vocals—creates a sophisticated mood.
The lyrics capture the aching feeling of being unable to forget a past love and wishing for a second chance.
The melody line, as if bottling up frustration, leaves a strong impression.
Released in November 2021, it was later included on the album ‘replica.
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Indomitable Flowerjo0ji
A track by jo0ji that mirrors Tottori’s serene landscapes in music.
Originally written to encourage a friend who was feeling down, its gentle gaze can be felt throughout the melody.
The formative experience of noticing the beauty of fallen cherry blossoms while looking down led to a warm perspective that affirms the clumsy yet earnest act of living.
Released in August 2022, the song was later included on the EP “475” and the album “Aeka.” With its sincere vocals that quietly comfort a weary heart, it’s a number I’d recommend to adults.