Songs about Tokyo: A Collection of Popular J‑Pop Classics [2025]

MONDO PIECEUVERworld

UVERworld　『MONDO PIECE』

“MONDO PIECE” is UVERworld’s 18th single.

The lyrics were written after a fan’s words inspired the band when their first Tokyo Dome concert was set for November 2010.

Overflowing with gratitude and support for their companions, the song has become a staple at their live shows.

Letterback number

back number – “Letter” Music Video

When I listen to this song, it makes me want to go back to my hometown and see my family.

I think it really hits home, especially for people living in the city.

It’s so heartrending, yet naturally relatable—a song like that.

It even makes me want to write a letter to my loved ones.

metropolisCrystal King

Daitokai – Crystal King

This song is still familiar today through karaoke and impersonation shows.

In a sense, it’s known as a song whose recognition surpasses its sales.

With 1.

18 million copies sold, it ranked third on the 1980 year-end charts and is a timeless classic.

hometownMorning Musume

Morning Musume. 'Furusato' (Music Video)

This song was released as Morning Musume’s 6th single.

Natsumi Abe sings the lead solo, while the other members provide chorus vocals.

The lyrics depict a daughter living alone in Tokyo, thinking about her mother back in her hometown.

Tokyo StoryRyuichi Sakamoto

Tokyo Story – Ryuichi Sakamoto

A masterpiece that captures the city’s breathing in sound.

Featured on the album “Sweet Revenge,” released in September 1994, this piece was inspired by the film “Tokyo Story.” The serene worldview woven by Ryuichi Sakamoto’s delicate sensibilities resonates deeply with listeners.

Its distinctive sound, which deliberately incorporates irregular rhythms, seems to express the multifaceted nature of Tokyo itself.

True to Sakamoto’s reputation as a master of film music, the track is rich in narrative quality.

It’s a perfect song for stepping away from the city’s clamor and taking time for quiet introspection.

Journey of the HeartTulip

TULIP “Kokoro no Tabi” (Lyric Video)

It was released in 1973 as Tulip’s third single.

The song was written from the band leader Kazuo Zaitsu’s original feelings just before he moved to Tokyo and his thoughts about the woman he parted with to make the move.

About five months after its release, it reached No.

1 on the Oricon singles chart.

It is one of Tulip’s signature songs.

Tokyoat my own pace

My Pace – Tokyo

My Pace was a folk group formed by classmates from Showa Town Iidagawa Town Union Hajo Junior High School (now Katagami Municipal Hajo Junior High School).

“Tokyo” is a single released in October 1974, and it has been covered by Kyu Sakamoto and BEGIN.