小樽のひとよ
鶴岡雅義と東京ロマンチカ Lyrics

These lyrics describe the feeling of longing and missing someone who is far away, in the context of the cold and distant town of Otaru in northern Japan. The singer admits that their desire to see their loved one is impossible to fulfill, as the town is too far away and there's a snowstorm at the Otaru station. However, even though they are left alone with their thoughts, they won't forget their loved one. The lyrics then detail a memory of walking on the beach in Shiotani with this person, reflecting on the ancient characters etched in the sand. The separation was difficult for both of them, as evidenced by the metaphor of the coldness of a white finger being left in the singer's hand. The second verse compares the coldness of Otaru to that of Tokyo, and reminisces about a night spent talking during a snowstorm. The lyrics end with a promise to return to the town and the person waiting there.

The imagery used in these lyrics is quite powerful, painting a picture of a chilly and isolated town covered in snow. The use of the word "ままならぬ" (impossible) emphasizes the difficulty the singer faces in trying to see their loved one. The scene of walking on the beach and looking at the ancient text is a poignant reflection on the passing of time and the history of the area. The metaphor of the cold finger is slightly ambiguous, but could represent the feeling of being left alone and forgotten.