A Look Back at Heisei-Era Friendship Songs Through the Hit Tracks of the 2026s: A Collection of Classics to Sing with Friends
Many of the hit songs from the 2000s that colored the Heisei era are timeless anthems celebrating the bonds of friendship.
These tracks, which rose to popularity alongside the culture of the time, still make our hearts swell today.
For many, they may bring back memories of humming along with friends during school days.
In this article, we’ll introduce a variety of friendship songs that resonate with the generation that lived through the Heisei era.
Why not take a moment to reminisce and bask in the nostalgia?
Playlist
| A Look Back at Heisei-Era Friendship Songs Through the Hit Tracks of the 2026s: A Collection of Classics to Sing with Friends | |||
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| show_chart | Title | Playlist | Review |
| 1east | OneRIP SLYME |  play_arrow | RIP SLYME’s heartwarming youth song |
| 2east | KizunaORANGE RANGE |  play_arrow | A soothing song about feelings for cherished companions |
| 3east | My dear best friendShonan no Kaze |  play_arrow | The bonds of friendship and support, the power of songs that resonate in the heart |
| 4east | sunflowerYūsuke |  play_arrow | A cheering song that conveys feelings of gratitude, by Yusuke Kamiji |
| 5east | far; distant; by farGRe4N BOYZ |  play_arrow | Sing of setting out on a journey toward dreams and a heart of gratitude |
| 6east | The Goofy Man’s WaySUPER EIGHT |  play_arrow | A passionate anthem of support that rises again even after failure |
| 7east | Until the day we meet againyuzu |  play_arrow | We’ll meet again—let’s face forward and keep walking. |
| 8east | PASSIONSun Set Swish |  play_arrow | An encouraging cheer song by SunSet Swish that gives you courage |
| 9east | FlenjerOtsuka Ai |  play_arrow | A song that cheers you on with the Friendship Sentai |
| 10east | Words of FarewellFLOW |  play_arrow | A youthful punk cover of a Kaientai song by FLOW |
| 11east | Kizuna SongThe Back Horn |  play_arrow | A band’s soul-stirring classic that portrays love for humanity |
| 12east | That dayWaT |  play_arrow | A song of bonds with companions who pursue their dreams |
| 13east | Friendlecca |  play_arrow | The song “Friend,” which warmly sings about the bonds with friends |
| 14east | wingsRemioromen |  play_arrow | A refreshing song brimming with a sense of openness |
| 15east | Thank you!!HOME MADE kazoku |  play_arrow | A song that cheerfully sings about gratitude |
| 16east | NO MORE CRYD-51 |  play_arrow | A theme song filled with youthful feelings |
| 17east | A Tiny Bit of CourageFUNKY MONKEY BABYS |  play_arrow | An encouraging and supportive message song for a friend |
| 18east | FriendKetsumeishi |  play_arrow | A moving song filled with friendship and kindness |
| 19east | GarnetOku Hanako |  play_arrow | Theme song of The Girl Who Leapt Through Time by Oku Hanako |
| 20east | On the day of departure…Kawashima Ai |  play_arrow | Graduation song, a song that engraves memories in the heart |
| 21east | road; way; path; street; route; Tao (in philosophy)GRe4N BOYZ |  play_arrow | GReeeeN’s uplifting, encouraging classic |
| 22east | Song of ThanksV6 |  play_arrow | A heartwarming song that expresses gratitude to a friend |
| 23east | Precious thingsroodo obu mejyaa |  play_arrow | A heartwarming song that expresses feelings for a loved one |
| 24east | The Power of DreamsUeto Aya |  play_arrow | A song of support that never gives up on dreams |
| 25east | SMILYOtsuka Ai |  play_arrow | A bright song that conveys friendship and encouragement |
| 26east | someone important; a precious/cherished person19 |  play_arrow | A song overflowing with friendship, lyrics that resonate with the heart |
| 27east | Best FriendNishino Kana |  play_arrow | A Kana Nishino song filled with gratitude for a friend |
| 28east | secret base ~What You Gave Me~ZONE |  play_arrow | A friendship song loved across generations |
| 29east | There is love in the vast universe.Mōningu Musume. |  play_arrow | The warmth of lyrics filled with affection for a friend |
| 30east | Ah, what a relief.Hana＊Hana |  play_arrow | A straightforward song of gratitude to someone precious |
| 31east | In the Morning of DeterminationAqua Timez |  play_arrow | The appeal of uplifting lyrics that resonate with the heart |
| 32east | Michishirube ~a road home~ORANGE RANGE |  play_arrow | A friendship song to listen to with someone dear, encouraging each other. |
| 33east | If I sing to the sky175R |  play_arrow | A powerful, unforgettable, and rousing, moving song |
| 34east | RPGSEKAI NO OWARI |  play_arrow | A heartwarming song that encourages friendship. |
| 35east | GIRL TALKAmuro Namie |  play_arrow | A song about the bonds of female friendship by Namie Amuro |
| 36east | Thank youSMAP |  play_arrow | Express your feelings to someone important with SMAP’s song of gratitude. |
| 37east | Bridge of Gloryyuzu |  play_arrow | A hit song by Yuzu. It features encouraging lyrics as a cheer song for friends. |
| 38east | Marriage Fighting-Spirit March “Best Buddies”Kishidan |  play_arrow | A warm cheering song for a friend who is getting married |
| 39east | Cherry blossom petalsAKB48 |  play_arrow | A heartwarming classic that evokes the season of cherry blossoms |
| 40east | Best friendsKiroro |  play_arrow | A heartwarming song that gently and deeply conveys friendship |
| 41east | YELLikimonogakari |  play_arrow | An inspiring classic that sings of friendship and farewell |
| 42east | bondKamenashi Kazuya |  play_arrow | A heartwarming classic that sings of the power of bonds |
| 43east | Sora-buneTOKIO |  play_arrow | A masterpiece with powerful lyrics that gives courage and hope |
| 44east | road; way; path; street; route; Tao (in philosophy)EXILE |  play_arrow | A moving classic that sings of friendship and departures |
| 45east | Youthful AmigoShūji to Akira |  play_arrow | An iconic song that evokes youth, a friendship anthem everyone knows |