72 Songs About Japan (Pop, Rap & More)

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72 Songs About Japan (Pop, Rap & More)

I. Christian Songs About Japan

1. 10,000 Reasons (Bless the Lord) by Matt Redman, Steve Angrisano

Artist: Matt Redman, Steve Angrisano
Album: Spirit & Song: Disc M
Year: 2013

The song is a worship song about giving thanks to God for all the reasons He blesses us. It starts with the reasons we have to bless the Lord, such as His love, His faithfulness, and His mercy. Then it talks about how we should bless the Lord even when we don’t feel like it, because He is worthy of our praise. The chorus is a declaration that we will bless the Lord always, no matter what.

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2. Oceans (Where Feet May Fail) by Hillsong UNITED

Artist: Hillsong UNITED
Album: Zion
Year: 2013

The song is about continuing to walk through life even when the going gets tough. It talks about how the oceans may seem like they are too big to cross, but with faith, anything is possible. The song is a reminder that God is always there for us, no matter what.

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3. What a Beautiful Name by Hillsong Worship

Artist: Hillsong Worship
Album: Let There Be Light
Year:

The song is about the beauty of God’s name and how it is worth praising. The lyrics talk about how God’s name is above all other names and how it is the only name that can save us. The song is a worship song that is meant to praise God and give thanks for His name.

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4. Cornerstone by Hillsong Worship

Artist: Hillsong Worship
Album: Forever Reign
Year: 2012

The song is about how Jesus is the cornerstone of our lives and how we need to trust in Him. The song is sung from the perspective of someone who is struggling and trying to find their way. The song is about how we need to surrender our lives to Jesus and trust Him to lead us.

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5. Mighty to Save by Hillsong Worship

Artist: Hillsong Worship
Album: Mighty to Save
Year: 2006

The song Mighty to Save by Hillsong Worship is a powerful song about the saving power of God. The song starts out with a strong declaration of faith that God is mighty to save us from our sins. It then goes on to talk about how God is our refuge and strength in times of trouble. The song ends with a powerful declaration of faith that God is worthy of all our praise.

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6. Hosanna by Hillsong Worship

Artist: Hillsong Worship
Album: Saviour King
Year: 2007

The song is a worship song that talks about how we are saved by grace and how we need to keep our eyes on Jesus.

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7. In Christ Alone by Passion (feat. Kristian Stanfill)

Artist: Passion (feat. Kristian Stanfill)
Album:
Year:

The song is about the hope that is found in Christ alone. It talks about how Christ is the only one who can provide us with true hope and how He is the only one who can save us from our sin.

8. How Great Is Our God by Chris Tomlin

Artist: Chris Tomlin
Album: Arriving
Year: 2004

The song is a worship song that talks about how great God is. It talks about how God is above everything and how He is the one who created everything.

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9. Amazing Grace (My Chains Are Gone) by Chris Tomlin

Artist: Chris Tomlin
Album: See the Morning
Year: 2006

The song is about the speaker being set free from their chains by the grace of God. The speaker talks about how they were once lost, but now they are found and their chains are gone. They are now free to live their life for God.

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II. Latest Songs About Japan

1. New Genesis (UTA from ONE PIECE FILM RED) by Ado

Artist: Ado
Album: ウタの歌 ONE PIECE FILM RED
Year: 2022

The song ‘New Genesis (UTA from ONE PIECE FILM RED) by Ado’ is a song about starting anew and overcoming challenges. It is an upbeat and motivational song that encourages listeners to never give up and to keep moving forward. The song is also about celebrating the bonds of friendship and how they help us through tough times.

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2. Eikou no Tobira by Dai Hirai

Artist: Dai Hirai
Album: 栄光の扉
Year: 2022

The song ‘Eikou no Tobira’ by Dai Hirai is a song about hope and overcoming obstacles. It talks about how no matter what life throws at you, there is always a way to overcome it and come out stronger. It is a song of encouragement and hope, and is sure to inspire anyone who hears it.

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3. Yasashisa Ni Afureta Sekaide by Saucy Dog

Artist: Saucy Dog
Album:
Year:

The song is about a person who is overwhelmed by the kindness of others.

4. MASCARA by XG

Artist: XG
Album: MASCARA
Year: 2022

The song is about a person who is struggling with their mental health and is trying to put on a brave face for the world. They wear a mask of happiness, but underneath they are struggling. The song is about how hard it is to keep up appearances when you’re not feeling okay, and how sometimes it feels like you’re just holding on by a thread.

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5. Ame Sansan by King Gnu

Artist: King Gnu
Album: Ame Sansan
Year: 2022

The song is about a person who is in love with someone who is far away. The person is trying to figure out how to tell the other person how they feel.

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6. Shiwakucha na Kumo wo Daite by Dish

Artist: Dish
Album: Shiwakucha na Kumo wo Daite
Year: 2022

The song is about a person who is in love and is holding onto the clouds in the sky, hoping that their loved one will come back to them.

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7. CLAP CLAP by NiziU

Artist: NiziU
Album: CLAP CLAP
Year: 2022

The song is about a girl who is in love with a boy who is in love with someone else. The girl is trying to clap her way to the boy’s heart, but it’s not working.

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8. Daten by Creepy Nuts

Artist: Creepy Nuts
Album: Daten
Year: 2022

The song ‘Daten’ by Creepy Nuts is about a relationship that is falling apart. The singer is trying to hold on to the relationship, but it is clear that it is not going to work out.

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9. I Wanna Be Your Ghost by Gen Hoshino

Artist: Gen Hoshino
Album:
Year: 2022

The song is about a person who wants to be a ghost so that they can haunt the person they love.

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10. WAVEBODY by JP THE WAVY

Artist: JP THE WAVY
Album: WAVY TAPE 2
Year: 2021

The song ‘WAVEBODY’ by JP THE WAVY is a trap song with a catchy beat and lyrics about being successful and living a luxurious lifestyle. The song features JP THE WAVY rapping about his expensive clothes, cars, and jewelry, and how he is able to afford it all because he is a successful musician. The song is sure to get listeners moving and is a great choice for anyone who wants to get hyped up and motivated.

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11. Koikaze ni nosete by Vaundy

Artist: Vaundy
Album: Koikaze ni nosete
Year: 2022

The song ‘Koikaze ni nosete’ by Vaundy is about a person who is caught in a storm and is struggling to find their way home. They are lost and scared, but they keep moving forward, hoping to find safety. The song is a metaphor for life, and how we all go through storms, but we must keep going, because there is always hope for better days ahead.

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12. Crayon by Fuji Taito, ZOT on the WAVE

Artist: Fuji Taito, ZOT on the WAVE
Album: Crayon
Year: 2022

The song is about a young girl who is trying to find her place in the world. She is searching for something to believe in and something to hold on to. She is lost and confused, but she knows that she will find her way eventually.

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13. Maiochiruhanabira (Fallin’ Flower) by Seventeen

Artist: Seventeen
Album: SECTOR 17
Year: 2022

The song is about a person who is in love and is falling deeper in love. The person is also struggling with their feelings and is unsure of what to do.

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14. Smokin Out The Window by Bruno Mars, Anderson .Paak

Artist: Bruno Mars, Anderson .Paak
Album: An Evening with Silk Sonic
Year: 2021

The song is about two lovers who are smoking weed together and enjoying each other’s company. They are content with just being together and don’t need anything else.

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15. Skate by Bruno Mars, Anderson .Paak

Artist: Bruno Mars, Anderson .Paak
Album: An Evening with Silk Sonic
Year: 2021

The song is about two friends who love to skateboard together and have a lot of fun doing it. They are always pushing each other to do better and to land new tricks.

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16. Kimi ga Irukara by Arashi

Artist: Arashi
Album: URA ARA BEST 2012-2015
Year: 2021

The song is about a person who is in love and how that person feels when they are with the one they love. The song talks about how the person feels happy and content when they are with the one they love and how they would do anything for them.

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III. Rap Songs About Japan

1. Fancy by Iggy Azalea

Artist: Iggy Azalea
Album: Fancy
Year: 2014

The song is about a young woman who is trying to make it in the music industry. She is from a small town and is trying to make it big in the city. She is talking about how she is going to make it and how she is going to be a star.

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2. WAVEBODY by JP THE WAVY

Artist: JP THE WAVY
Album: WAVY TAPE 2
Year: 2021

The song ‘WAVEBODY’ by JP THE WAVY is a trap song with a catchy beat and lyrics about being successful and living a luxurious lifestyle. The song features JP THE WAVY rapping about his expensive clothes, cars, and jewelry, and how he is able to afford it all because he is a successful musician. The song is sure to get listeners moving and is a great choice for anyone who wants to get hyped up and motivated.

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3. I misunderstand too much by Takayan

Artist: Takayan
Album: Numb
Year: 2019

The lyrics of the song talk about how the singer often misunderstands things that are said to them, and how this can lead to problems in their relationships. The song is a ballad, and the singer’s voice is emotive and expressive. The song has a feeling of regret and sadness, but also hope and resilience.

4. Sinking is better! by Takayan

Artist: Takayan
Album: Happiness and correct answer
Year: 2020

The song is about a person who is struggling and feels like they are sinking. Despite this, they feel that sinking is better than giving up. The song is motivational and encourages the listener to keep going even when things are tough.

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5. Tokyo Drift (Fast & Furious) by Teriyaki Boyz

Artist: Teriyaki Boyz
Album: The Fast and the Furious: Tokyo Drift
Year: 2006

The song is about drifting in Tokyo.

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6. True intention by Takayan

Artist: Takayan
Album: Numb
Year: 2019

The song is about a person’s true intentions. The lyrics talk about how someone can have good intentions but they can also have bad intentions. The song also talks about how someone can change their intentions and how it’s not always easy to know what someone’s true intentions are.

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7. japanese rap when slaying enemies with your katana by tardiobscurus

Artist: tardiobscurus
Album:
Year:

The song is about slaying enemies with a katana, and it is sung in Japanese.

8. In the brain stained with blood by Takayan

Artist: Takayan
Album: Numb
Year: 2019

The song is about a person who is struggling with their mental health, and how they feel like their brain is stained with blood. They talk about how they feel like they’re losing their mind, and how they’re trying to hold on to what little sanity they have left.

9. Majinahanashi by Hideyoshi

Artist: Hideyoshi
Album: Dead End Adventure
Year: 2020

The song is about a young girl who is in love with a boy who is in love with someone else. The girl is trying to figure out what to do and how to tell the boy that she loves him.

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10. JAPAN by Famous Dex

Artist: Famous Dex
Album: Dex Meets Dexter
Year: 2018

The song is about the rapper’s love for the country of Japan, and how he wants to visit there one day. He also talks about how he thinks the people and culture are amazing, and how he would love to experience everything the country has to offer.

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11. Tokyo by BES

Artist: BES
Album:
Year:

The song is about a city that is constantly alive and full of energy. The lyrics describe the never-ending cycle of lights and sounds in the city, and how they can be both overwhelming and intoxicating. The song reflects the feeling of being both lost and found in a place that is always moving.

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12. BUDS MONTAGE by NAMEDARUMA, G-PLANTS, DELTA9KID, BADSAIKUSH

Artist: NAMEDARUMA, G-PLANTS, DELTA9KID, BADSAIKUSH
Album: BUDS MONTAGE
Year: 2020

The song is a montage of different clips of people smoking marijuana.

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IV. Pop Songs About Japan

1. Turning Japanese by The Vapors

Artist: The Vapors
Album: New Clear Days
Year: 1980

The song is about a man who is deeply in love with a woman who does not seem to reciprocate his feelings. He is so besotted with her that he starts to believe that he is turning Japanese – i.e. losing his mind. The song reflects the feelings of frustration, obsession and desperation that can come with unrequited love.

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2. Koikaze ni nosete by Vaundy

Artist: Vaundy
Album: Koikaze ni nosete
Year: 2022

The song ‘Koikaze ni nosete’ by Vaundy is about a person who is caught in a storm and is struggling to find their way home. They are lost and scared, but they keep moving forward, hoping to find safety. The song is a metaphor for life, and how we all go through storms, but we must keep going, because there is always hope for better days ahead.

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3. Sukiyaki by Kyu Sakamoto

Artist: Kyu Sakamoto
Album:
Year: 1962

The song is about a broken-hearted man who is trying to forget his former love by eating sukiyaki. He recalls all the happy moments they shared together, but eventually realizes that he needs to move on.

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4. Asia’s Songbird by Regine Velasquez

Artist: Regine Velasquez
Album: Regine Live: Songbird Sings the Classics
Year: 2000

The song is about a woman who is singing about her love for Asia and how she is the continent’s songbird. She sings about how she loves the land and the people, and how she will always be there to sing for them.

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5. Crayon by Fuji Taito, ZOT on the WAVE

Artist: Fuji Taito, ZOT on the WAVE
Album: Crayon
Year: 2022

The song is about a young girl who is trying to find her place in the world. She is searching for something to believe in and something to hold on to. She is lost and confused, but she knows that she will find her way eventually.

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6. Sakura by Mizuumi Boys & Girls Chorus

Artist: Mizuumi Boys & Girls Chorus
Album: Haru no Uta from HiHiRecords
Year: 2013

The song is about the beauty of the cherry blossoms, and how they make everyone happy.

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V. R&B Songs About Japan

1. Happiness by AI

Artist: AI
Album: Independent
Year: 2012

The song is about the happiness that comes from being in love.

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2. Maiochiruhanabira (Fallin’ Flower) by Seventeen

Artist: Seventeen
Album: SECTOR 17
Year: 2022

The song is about a person who is in love and is falling deeper in love. The person is also struggling with their feelings and is unsure of what to do.

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3. Missing by Toshinobu Kubota

Artist: Toshinobu Kubota
Album: Shake It Paradise
Year: 1986

The song is about a man who is searching for a woman who is missing. He is looking for her in all the usual places, but he can’t find her. He is getting worried and is about to give up when he finally finds her.

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4. Just the Way You Are by Bruno Mars

Artist: Bruno Mars
Album: Doo-Wops & Hooligans
Year: 2010

The song is about appreciating someone for who they are, and not trying to change them. It is a love song, and Bruno Mars is singing to his partner, telling them that he loves them just the way they are.

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5. Saigono Yasashisa by Jay’ed

Artist: Jay’ed
Album: MUSICATION
Year: 2009

The song is about a person who is in love with someone who is no longer in their life. The person remembers all of the good times they had together and how they were always there for each other. Even though the person is no longer in their life, they still love them and think about them all the time.

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6. I Wish For You by Exile

Artist: Exile
Album: EXILE LIVE TOUR 2018-2019 ″STAR OF WISH″ Set List
Year: 2019

The song is about a person who is wishing for someone else to have all the good things in life. The singer is hoping that the person they are singing to has a life full of happiness, love, and success.

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7. Love Rain – Koino Ame by Toshinobu Kubota

Artist: Toshinobu Kubota
Album: Love & Rain: Love Songs
Year: 2010

The song is about two lovers who are caught in a rainstorm. They are forced to take shelter under a tree, and as they stand there, they realize that they are falling in love with each other. The song is a beautiful ballad, and the lyrics are very romantic.

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8. Koi Suru Fortune Cookie by AKB48

Artist: AKB48
Album: Tsugi no Ashiato
Year: 2014

The song is about a girl who is in love with a boy who is in love with another girl. The girl is trying to tell the boy that she loves him through a fortune cookie.

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9. Smokin Out The Window by Bruno Mars, Anderson .Paak

Artist: Bruno Mars, Anderson .Paak
Album: An Evening with Silk Sonic
Year: 2021

The song is about two lovers who are smoking weed together and enjoying each other’s company. They are content with just being together and don’t need anything else.

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10. Skate by Bruno Mars, Anderson .Paak

Artist: Bruno Mars, Anderson .Paak
Album: An Evening with Silk Sonic
Year: 2021

The song is about two friends who love to skateboard together and have a lot of fun doing it. They are always pushing each other to do better and to land new tricks.

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VI. Country Songs About Japan

1. Kimi ga Irukara by Arashi

Artist: Arashi
Album: URA ARA BEST 2012-2015
Year: 2021

The song is about a person who is in love and how that person feels when they are with the one they love. The song talks about how the person feels happy and content when they are with the one they love and how they would do anything for them.

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2. Lovers in Japan by Coldplay

Artist: Coldplay
Album: Prospekt’s March
Year: 2008

The song is about a couple who are in love and are spending time together in Japan. They are happy and in love, and the song is about their happiness and love for each other.

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3. Sukiyaki by Kyu Sakamoto

Artist: Kyu Sakamoto
Album:
Year: 1962

The song is about a broken-hearted man who is trying to forget his former love by eating sukiyaki. He recalls all the happy moments they shared together, but eventually realizes that he needs to move on.

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4. Koi Suru Fortune Cookie by AKB48

Artist: AKB48
Album: Tsugi no Ashiato
Year: 2014

The song is about a girl who is in love with a boy who is in love with another girl. The girl is trying to tell the boy that she loves him through a fortune cookie.

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5. Sakura by Ikimono-gakari

Artist: Ikimono-gakari
Album: Sakura
Year: 2006

“Sakura” is a song by Japanese pop-rock band Ikimono-gakari. It was released as a digital single on March 2, 2011, and was used as the ending theme song for the anime television series Cardcaptor Sakura: Clear Card. The song peaked at No. 2 on the Billboard Japan Hot 100 chart.

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6. Japanese Cowboy by Ween

Artist: Ween
Album: 12 Golden Country Greats
Year: 1996

The song Japanese Cowboy by Ween is a song about a cowboy who is in love with a Japanese woman. He is trying to learn her language and culture so he can be with her.

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7. Somewhere Near Japan by The Beach Boys

Artist: The Beach Boys
Album: Still Cruisin’
Year: 1989

The song is about a guy who is in love with a girl who is in love with someone else. He is trying to figure out what to do and how to tell her.

8. Big in Japan by Alphaville

Artist: Alphaville
Album: Forever Young
Year: 1984

The song is about a person who is struggling to find their place in the world and feeling lost and alone. They find solace in the idea of being big in Japan, where they feel they would be understood and appreciated. The song is a mix of synth-pop and new wave.

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9. Made In Japan by Buck Owens

Artist: Buck Owens
Album:
Year:

The song is about a man who is proud to be from Japan. He talks about how he is proud of his country and its culture. He talks about how he loves the food and the people. He talks about how he is proud of his country’s history and how it has been able to overcome many challenges.

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10. JUICY BEATS by Gacharic Spin

Artist: Gacharic Spin
Album: ガチャっとBEST<2010-2014>
Year: 2014

The song is about a girl who loves going to the club and dancing to the music. She is always up for a good time and loves to have fun.

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11. Turning Japanese by The Vapors

Artist: The Vapors
Album: New Clear Days
Year: 1980

The song is about a man who is deeply in love with a woman who does not seem to reciprocate his feelings. He is so besotted with her that he starts to believe that he is turning Japanese – i.e. losing his mind. The song reflects the feelings of frustration, obsession and desperation that can come with unrequited love.

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12. Made in Japan by Buck Owens

Artist: Buck Owens
Album:
Year:

The song is about a man who is in love with a woman from Japan. He is fascinated by her culture and the way she lives. He is also attracted to her physical appearance.

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VII. Rock Songs About Japan

1. Somewhere Near Japan by The Beach Boys

Artist: The Beach Boys
Album: Still Cruisin’
Year: 1989

The song is about a guy who is in love with a girl who is in love with someone else. He is trying to figure out what to do and how to tell her.

2. Woman From Tokyo by Deep Purple

Artist: Deep Purple
Album: Who Do We Think We Are
Year: 1973

The song is about a woman who is from Tokyo and is very exotic and mysterious. The singer is attracted to her and is trying to figure her out.

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3. Kimi ga Inai Mirai by Do As Infinity

Artist: Do As Infinity
Album:
Year: 2010

The song is about a person who is looking back on a past relationship and wondering what could have been if things had turned out differently. The person is wondering if they will ever see their former lover again in the future.

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4. Love Letter to Japan by The Bird and the Bee

Artist: The Bird and the Bee
Album: Ray Guns Are Not Just the Future
Year: 2009

The song is a love letter to Japan, written from the perspective of an American tourist. The lyrics are written in a light, playful manner, and express a deep affection for the country and its people. The song reflects on the beauty of the landscape, the kindness of the people, and the rich culture of Japan. It also touches on some of the challenges faced by the country, such as the 2011 earthquake and tsunami. Overall, the song is a positive and upbeat tribute to Japan.

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5. Alone in Kyoto by Air

Artist: Air
Album: Lost in Translation
Year: 2003

The song is about a person who is alone in Kyoto and feels lost and confused. They wander around the city trying to find their way, but everything is unfamiliar to them. They eventually find a place to sit and rest, and they reflect on their life and how they got to this point.

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6. Big in Japan by Alphaville

Artist: Alphaville
Album: Forever Young
Year: 1984

The song is about a person who is struggling to find their place in the world and feeling lost and alone. They find solace in the idea of being big in Japan, where they feel they would be understood and appreciated. The song is a mix of synth-pop and new wave.

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7. Turning Japanese by The Vapors

Artist: The Vapors
Album: New Clear Days
Year: 1980

The song is about a man who is deeply in love with a woman who does not seem to reciprocate his feelings. He is so besotted with her that he starts to believe that he is turning Japanese – i.e. losing his mind. The song reflects the feelings of frustration, obsession and desperation that can come with unrequited love.

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8. Sunrise in Tokyo by Tokyo Blade

Artist: Tokyo Blade
Album: Tokyo Blade
Year: 1983

“Sunrise in Tokyo” is a song by English heavy metal band Tokyo Blade. It was released as the lead single from their fifth studio album, Night of the Blade (1984). The song was written by guitarist Andy Boulton and vocalist Alan Marsh.

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9. Rising Sun by The Animals

Artist: The Animals
Album:
Year:

The song is about a young man who is in love with a girl who is in love with someone else. The young man is trying to convince the girl to leave her current lover and be with him instead.

10. Sakura by Mr. Children

Artist: Mr. Children
Album:
Year:

The song is about a person’s memories of a past relationship. The lyrics talk about how the person remembers the good times they had together, and how they wish they could go back to those times.

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11. Tokyo (Vampires & Wolves) by The Wombats

Artist: The Wombats
Album: This Modern Glitch
Year:

The song is about a person’s experience in Tokyo, and how they feel about the city. They talk about how the city is always busy and there is always something to do. They also mention how the city can be dangerous and how they feel like they are always being watched.

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12. Love From Tokyo by Rita Coolidge

Artist: Rita Coolidge
Album: Inside the Fire
Year: 1984

The song is about a woman who is in love with a man from Tokyo. She is madly in love with him and she is willing to do anything for him. She is willing to travel to Tokyo to be with him and she is willing to do whatever it takes to make him happy.

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13. Mr. Roboto by Styx

Artist: Styx
Album: Kilroy Was Here
Year: 1983

The song is about a robot who is forced to work in a factory and is treated poorly by his human masters. He dreams of escaping and becoming a human himself.

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14. Tokyo Joe by Bryan Ferry

Artist: Bryan Ferry
Album: In Your Mind
Year: 1977

The song is about a man who is in love with a woman who is in love with someone else. The man is trying to figure out what to do and how to tell the woman that he loves her.

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