Momiji (1911)- 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.
100 Best Japanese Songs
Soushunfu (1913) – 早春賦
"Haru wa nanomi no kaze no samusa yo" - Welcome the early signs of spring with 'Soushunfu'. Discover its lyrics, Roman readings, and English translations, depicting the gentle onset of spring.
Early Spring Songs Ureshii Hinamatsuri (1935) – うれしいひなまつり
"Akariwo tsukemasho bonborini" - Celebrate the Doll Festival with 'Ureshii Hina Matsuri'. Learn its lyrics, Roman readings, and English translations, marking this traditional Japanese event.
Hana (1900) – 花
"Haru no urara no Sumida-gawa" - Experience the beauty of spring with 'Hana'. Discover its lyrics, Roman readings, and English translations, celebrating the blooming flowers and the joy of the season.
Sakura sakura (1888) – さくら さくら
"Sakura sakura yayoi no sora wa" - Experience the iconic Japanese song 'Sakura Sakura', celebrating cherry blossoms. Explore its lyrics, Roman readings, and English translations.
Natsu wa kinu – 夏は来ぬ
"Unohana no niou kakine ni" - Celebrate the arrival of summer with "Summer is Not Coming". Learn the lyrics, Roman readings, and English translations, and welcome the summer season with a melody that seems to point to light and prestigious ancient lyrics.
Amefuri otsukisan – 雨降りお月さん
"Amefuri otsukisan kumo no kage" - Experience the poetic beauty of 'Amefuri Otsukisan'. Learn its lyrics, Roman readings, and English translations, depicting a rainy night with a visible moon.
Spring Hotaru no hikari – 蛍の光
"Hotaru no hikari, Mado no yuki" this song is a popular Japanese song played at graduation ceremonies. It is loved for its gentle, moving melody, which is woven with images of fireflies and snow and has themes of hard work and friendship.
Aogeba toutoshi – 仰げば尊し
"Aogeba toutoshi waga shi no on" - Discover this cherished graduation song that helps Japanese students reflect on their school memories. Find lyrics, Roman readings, and English translations of this beloved ceremonial piece.
Omoide no Album – おもいでのアルバム
"Itsuno koto daka omoidashite goran" - Discover “Omoide no Album” (思い出のアルバム), a beloved Japanese children’s song. Explore its English lyrics, cultural background, and learn how to sing along!
Kisha – 汽車
"Ima wa yamanaka, ima wa hama" - Experience the journey with 'Kisha'. Learn its lyrics, Roman readings, and English translations, reflecting on a train ride through Japan.
Spring Dokoka de haru ga – どこかで春が
Dokoka de haru gaDokoka de haru ga umare teruDokoka de mizu ga nagare dasuDokoka de hibari ga naite iruDokoka de me no...
Fuyugeshiki – 冬景色
Sakiri kiyuru minatoe no" - Experience the serene 'Fuyugeshiki'. Learn its lyrics, Roman readings, and English translations, depicting a Japanese winter landscape.
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.
Aka tombo – 赤とんぼ
"Yuuyake koyake no aka tombo" - Explore the nostalgic 'Akatombo'. Discover its lyrics, Roman readings, and English translations, reflecting on red dragonflies and childhood memories.