A coming-of-age song that was a hit in the ’90s. A classic and popular track in Japanese music.

Hello, Again ~A place that has existed since long ago~My Little Lover

My Little Lover "Hello, Again ~A Place That’s Been There Since Long Ago~

A song by My Little Lover known as a quintessential 90s classic.

Released in August 1995, it was used as the opening theme for the NTV drama “Endless Summer.” This piece sings of the courage and hope to take a new step forward while reminiscing about nostalgic places and dear ones.

Its melody, blending poignancy with warmth, resonates with many listeners.

It topped the Oricon singles chart and became a long-running hit, staying on the charts for 23 weeks.

It’s a perfect track for anyone who has left their hometown or experienced a farewell with someone important.

Be sure to give it a listen.

cream sodaSUPERCAR

SUPERCAR / cream soda (Official Music Video)

This song portrays emotions swaying between the fleeting nature of youth and the weight of reality.

As SUPERCAR’s debut single, it’s memorable for its refreshing blend of shoegaze and guitar pop, paired with poignant lyrics that trace dreams and longing.

Koji Nakamura’s delicate melodies as the lead vocalist intertwine with Junji Ishiwatari’s poetic words, gently resonating in the heart.

Released in September 1997 by Epic Records Japan, it was also included on the album Three Out Change.

It’s a track with a mysterious charm that seems to bring back nostalgic memories when you listen to it during a drive, at dusk, or in moments when you feel a touch of melancholy.

Bye For NowT-BOLAN

T-BOLAN「Bye For Now」MV

A gem of a ballad that has etched itself into many hearts as a supportive song about a beautiful farewell.

Released by T-BOLAN in November 1992, it was used as the theme song for Woman Dream and impressively became a million-seller.

Its powerful message—singing of the courage and hope to move toward one’s dreams after overcoming the loneliness of parting—deeply resonates with listeners.

It remains a beloved song more than 30 years after its release, one you’ll want to hear when parting from someone dear, at graduation ceremonies, or at the start of a new journey.

Also included on the albums HEART OF STONE and SINGLES, it shines as one of T-BOLAN’s signature masterpieces.

Wonderful DaysUNICORN

Unicorn - Wonderful Days

Released in April 1993, this UNICORN track poignantly sings about drifting apart from close friends, set to a gentle melody that cushions themes of parting and change.

Born from differences in musical direction among the members, the song is imbued with Tamio Okuda’s unique charm—quiet on the surface yet suffused with bittersweet emotion.

In addition to reaching No.

6 on the Oricon charts, it also touched a wide audience as the theme song for the film “Hinagon” and in a Sony commercial.

It’s a gem I wholeheartedly recommend to anyone sensing shifts in important relationships or seeking calm, reflective insight in everyday life.

Singin’ in the Rainthe pillows

Singin' in the Rain / the pillows

In May 1991, the pillows included an ambitious track—marking their major-label debut—on the album Moon Gold.

The story begins as the protagonist arrives in a rain-soaked city in search of a new life, vividly capturing a page of youth as they set out on a journey of self-discovery despite loneliness and anxiety.

Inspired by the American film Singin’ in the Rain, the song blends bright, buoyant melodies with energetic performance to create a hopeful piece.

Sawao Yamanaka’s impassioned vocals, together with the layered sound crafted by the entire band, are sure to resonate deeply with listeners.

It’s a song that gently gives you a push when you’re ready to face forward and take a new step.

single bedSha ran Q

Sharam Q “Single Bed” (Music Video)

This is a wistful ballad that poignantly sings of lingering feelings for a former lover, a classic that gently teaches the preciousness of love.

As the protagonist looks back on memories left behind on a single bed, they realize that a romance once taken for granted was in fact more valuable than jewels, weaving a moving drama.

Released by Sharam Q in October 1994, the song became a major hit, ranking 24th on the year-end charts.

It was also used as the ending theme for the anime D.N.A²: They Were Once a Thing, and included on the album Inferiority Complex.

It’s the perfect track for reminiscing about youthful love while sharing memories with friends.

Surely more than anyone else in the worldNagayama Miho

Surely more than anyone else in the world

A gem of a love song that sings of the joy and bittersweet ache of romance.

It gently weaves a wish for eternal love with a partner fate has brought together, and its hopes and expectations for a chance reunion resonate deeply.

The collaboration between Miho Nakayama and WANDS drew attention upon its October 1992 release as the theme song for the drama “Someone Loves Her.” It surpassed one million copies sold in just 20 days and topped the Oricon charts for four consecutive weeks.

Depicting a fateful reunion and unchanging love, this track is perfect for moments when you want to reflect on meeting someone special—or when your heart flutters at the start of a new romance.