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Hotaru koi – ほたるこい

"Hoo hoo hotaru koi " Fantastic fireflies flitting about in the tranquil streamside of early summer. Discover the enchanting song "Fireflies Come. Enjoy the lyrics, Roman readings, English translations, and the world of the song that calls fireflies.

Early Summer SongsSummer

Tanabata sama (1941) – たなばたさま

"Sasanoha sarasara nokibani yureru" Discover good old-fashioned Japan through lyrics and images: Roman readings, English translations, and reflections. Experience Tanabata and take a cultural journey through the melodies of "douyo-Shoka" (Children's Songs).

Early Summer SongsSummer

Koinobori / Yaneyoritakai (1931) – こいのぼり

"yaneyori takai koinobori" Discover good old-fashioned Japan through lyrics and images: Roman readings, English translations, and reflections. Take a cultural journey through the melodies of "Doyo Shoka" (Children's Songs).

Late Spring SongsSpring

Koujyou no tsuki (1901) – 荒城の月

"Haru kourou no hana no en" - Explore the hauntingly beautiful song 'Koujou no tsuki'. Learn its lyrics, Roman readings, and English translations, think of the rise and fall, the ruins of old castles.

AutumnMid Spring SongsSpring

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.

AutumnLate Autumn SongsMid Autumn Songs

Kisha poppo – 汽車ポッポ

"Kisha Kisha poppo poppo" Discover the joyful world of "Kisha Poppo"! Explore its cheerful tune and fascinating history as a children's song. Click to learn more!

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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.

AutumnLate Autumn Songs

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.

AutumnMid Autumn Songs

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.

AutumnEarly Autumn Songs

Mushi no koe – 虫のこえ

Are Matsumushi ga naiteiru" - Experience the sounds of autumn with 'Mushi no Koe'. Learn its lyrics, Roman readings, and English translations, celebrating the voices of insects.

AutumnEarly Autumn Songs

YAMADA Kousaku – 山田耕筰

YAMADA Kousaku (1886-1965) was a pioneering Japanese composer and conductor who greatly influenced modern Japanese music. He founded Japan's first symphony orchestra and composed a wide range of works, including operas, songs, and children's music.

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Kaasan no uta – かあさんの歌

Kaasan ga yonabe wo shite tebukuro ande kureta" - Experience "Kaasan no Uta," a song that will make all Japanese cry and touch their hearts. Learn its lyrics, Roman readings, and English translations, a touching song about a mother's love.

Mid Winter SongsWinter