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100 Best Japanese Songs – 日本の歌百選

In 2006, the Agency for Cultural Affairs of Japan and the National PTA Council of Japan selected 101 songs of lyrical and beloved genres, including nursery rhymes, school songs, and popular songs, with the aim of encouraging families to sing and pass them down through generations. On this website, we primarily introduce nursery rhymes and school songs with accompanying videos, explanations, and details about places associated with them, serving as hints for journeys.
Winter

Takibi – たきび

Kakine no kakine no magarikado" - Experience the warmth of 'Takibi'. Discover its lyrics, Roman readings, and English translations, capturing the cozy feeling of gathering around a bonfire.
Autumn

Momiji – 紅葉

"Aki no yuuhi ni teru yama momiji" - Enjoy the colorful "maple leaves" that color the autumn with emotional melodies. Let's learn the lyrics, Roman readings and English translations, and talk about autumn leaves.
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Autumn

Sato no aki – 里の秋

"Shizuka na shizuka na sato no aki" Experience the tranquility of 'Sato no Aki'. Discover its lyrics, Roman readings, and English translations, depicting the quiet beauty of autumn in the countryside.
Autumn

Ryoshuu- 旅愁

"Fukeyuku aki no yo tabi no sora no" - Experience the melancholic 'Ryoshuu'. Explore its lyrics, Roman readings, and English translations, capturing the sentiment of travel and homesickness.
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Furusato – ふるさと

"Usagi oishi kano yama" Experience the nostalgic 'Furusato'. Learn its lyrics, Roman readings, and English translations, reflecting on one's hometown. This song is the evergreen that represents Japan.
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Mura no kajiya – 村の鍛冶屋

Shibashi mo yasumanzu tsuchi utsu hibiki" Discover the hardworking 'Mura no Kajiya'. Learn its lyrics, Roman readings, and English translations, depicting a village blacksmith.
Autumn

Tsuki no sabaku – 月の沙漠

"Tsuki no sabaku wo haru baruto" Discover the poetic 'Tsuki no Sabaku'. Learn its lyrics, Roman readings, and English translations, reflecting on a moonlit desert.
Autumn

Kono michi – この道

"Kono michi wa itsuka kita michi" - Explore the nostalgic path of 'Kono Michi'. Discover its lyrics, Roman readings, and English translations, reflecting on a beloved road.
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Nanatsu no ko – 七つの子

"Karasu naze nakuno" - Enjoy the heartfelt song 'Nanatsu no Ko'. Learn its lyrics, Roman readings, and English translations, about a mother's love for her seven children.
Winter

Ichigatsu ichijitsu – 一月一日

"Toshi no hajime no tameshi tote" - Welcome the New Year with 'Ichigatsu Tsuitachi = Ichijitsu '. - Discover its lyrics, Roman readings, and English translations, celebrating the first day of January "Ganjitsu".
Early Spring Songs

Mamemaki – まめまき

Oni wa soto Fuku wa uchi" Celebrate Setsubun with 'Mamemaki'. Discover its lyrics, Roman readings, and English translations, marking the bean-throwing festival.
Winter

Oshougatsu – お正月

Mou ikutsu neruto Oshougatsu" - Celebrate the New Year with 'Oshogatsu'. Discover its lyrics, Roman readings, and English translations, marking the Japanese New Year festivities.
Autumn

Yuuhi – 夕日

"Ging-Ging-Gira-Gira, Yuuhi ga shizumu" Enjoy the calming song 'Yuuhi'. Discover its lyrics, Roman readings, and English translations, depicting the setting sun.
Autumn

Makka na aki – まっかな秋

"Makka dana makka dana" - Celebrate the deep red of autumn with 'Makkana Aki'. Learn its lyrics, Roman readings, and English translations, capturing the essence of a crimson fall.
Autumn

Yuuyake koyake – 夕焼小焼

"Yuuyake koyake de higa kure te" - Experience the serene beauty of 'Yuyake Koyake'. Learn its lyrics, Roman readings, and English translations, depicting the evening glow.
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