also: ノルタルジック
A na-adjective loanword from English, used to describe a sentimental longing for the past, often with a slightly stylish or literary feel.
この曲を聴くと、ノスタルジックな気持ちになる。
Listening to this song makes me feel nostalgic.
古い町並みがノスタルジックで素敵だ。
The old townscape is charmingly nostalgic.
Looking at old photos made me feel nostalgic.
This café has a nostalgic atmosphere about it.
She likes nostalgic-sounding music.