[2026] Spring Drama Theme Songs and Insert Songs (April Cour) | A Roundup of Must-Listen Tracks!

Tokey-DokeyNEW!hitomi

This is hitomi’s new song, chosen as the theme for the drama “The House Where the Demon Woman Lives,” which starts with the arrival of spring.

It closely aligns with the psychological suspense world centered on the “demon woman” who exposes others’ personal information on social media, played by lead actress Hikari Ishida.

The lyrics were written by hitomi herself, with composition by the young rock band Niko-n.

It also made waves when the decision to use it as the theme song was announced directly to fans at the Tokyo show of the two-man tour in March 2026.

While confronting heavy themes such as the violence of the online world and the boundary of justice, it carries a heartfelt wish to keep believing in love.

love-loveNEW!Moriyama Naotaro

TBS Friday Drama Tanakusari Brothers Theme Song Naotaro Moriyama “Ai-Ai” Teaser

Written by singer-songwriter Naotaro Moriyama, this piece has been selected as the theme song for the TBS Friday drama “Tagusari Brothers,” which begins in April 2026.

Serving as Moriyama’s first-ever theme for a TBS serial drama, the song both aligns with the brotherly and partner-like relationships portrayed in the series and carries a semi-autobiographical aspect, infused with his feelings about days once spent with a friend.

It features a sound marked by acoustic warmth and a cinematic expansiveness.

The lyrics, which cherish the irreplaceable moments spent with loved ones, are sure to resonate deeply with listeners.

ChapterNEW!Ryokushokushakai

Ryokuoushoku Shakai is a band that wins wide empathy with their rich expressiveness and pop melodies.

This song, themed around reclaiming the personal story we tend to lose sight of as we grow up, features a warm ensemble that feels like it quietly supports self-recovery.

Scheduled for release in April 2026, it’s a medium-tempo number newly written as the theme song for Nippon TV’s Wednesday drama “Tsukiyo Kouro — The Answer Lies in the Classics,” starring Haru and Kumiko Aso.

While attuned to the world of a literary mystery, it will likely resonate deeply with our inner lives today.

It’s the perfect track for when you’re worn out by daily roles or want to put yourself first again.

EdenNEW!Amber’s

Amber’s is a duo drawing attention for their translucent high-tone vocals and genre-defying musicality.

Their track released in April 2026 was written as the opening theme for TV Tokyo’s Drama NEXT series “On Wednesdays, Please Hold My Husband.” With Takahiro Onagawa brought on as arranger, it’s a mid-tempo tune where urgent piano intertwines with a dynamic band sound.

It’s a song in which tension and vitality coexist, offering comfort to those troubled by complex relationships or weighed down by uncertainty about the future.

love and hatredNEW!REIRIE

This is the opening theme for the shocking drama “The Revenge of the Betrayed Wives: The Wives Who Formed an Alliance,” in which wives who were cheated on band together to take revenge on their husbands.

The track was newly written by REIRIE, the musical duo of Rei Kuromiya and Rie Kaneko.

The heavy bass in the intro heightens the story’s sense of escalation, delivering a dark tone that evokes the ominous moment when revenge begins.

It is slated for release as a digital single in April 2026.

It’s a must-listen for those who want to immerse themselves in a suspenseful world and enjoy a thrilling progression.

I love life!NEW!Miyamoto Hiroji

Reborn: The Last Hero starts April 14, 2026! / Episode 1 <Extended Premiere Special>

This is a high-energy track by Hiroji Miyamoto that’s been making waves as the theme song for the drama “Reborn: The Last Hero,” starring Issei Takahashi.

In March 2026, it was announced that the song would be used as the theme, and it’s been drawing attention for its powerful message that perfectly aligns with the drama’s world.

Within a story about starting life over, this piece straightforwardly sings of the resolve and hope the protagonist is sure to hold, resulting in an energetic rock number that resonates with listeners.

It’s a fiery anthem that gives a strong push from behind—one we hope everyone will hear who, despite tasting defeat, still chooses to look forward and take that first step.

KokoroNEW!Fujii Fumiya

Fumiya Fujii’s new song, drawing attention as the theme for a heartwarming human drama, is set for release in May 2026 and was written specifically to close out NHK’s Drama 10 series “Konbini Kyodai: Tenderness Mojiko Kogane Village Store.” Built on the theme that meeting and connecting with others broadens our world, it’s an upbeat, positive rock ’n’ roll track.

It’s a song you’ll want to listen to when you’re struggling with relationships in a new environment or just need a refreshing change of mood.

The veteran singer’s warm, embracing voice will gently accompany you in your everyday life.