A song themed around friendship. A track that conveys the importance of friends.
There are times in life when you’re saved by friends, and times when you argue with them—moments that make you feel just how big a part friends play in your life.
This time, we’ve gathered a selection of Japanese songs that sing about friendship.
Listening to these tracks, you may feel that it’s thanks to friendship that you’ve been able to help each other in tough times and overcome various hardships together.
Each song is wonderful, and they’ll help you once again appreciate how important friends are and how precious friendship is—so be sure to check them out!
These songs might even make you want to go see the friend who comes to mind as you listen.
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Songs themed around friendship. Tracks that convey the importance of friends (71–80)
TwinsCHiCO with HoneyWorks
A heartwarming song wrapped in a gentle melody that embraces the bond between best friends, expressing friendship in straightforward words.
It lovingly portrays the everyday moments between girls—chatting excitedly about romance, or sharing laughs even after tearful arguments.
Released in August 2017, this track was used as the opening theme for the second cour of the TV anime “PriPri Chi-chan!!”.
It’s a recommended song for conveying gratitude not only to your best friend, but also to a sister who feels like a best friend.
Youth and a momentmakaroni enpitsu
This song beautifully portrays the importance of friendship and the fleeting nature of youth.
Released in March 2019, it was created by Hattori, the vocalist of Macaroni Empitsu.
Finding value in the boredom and seemingly worthless moments that young people experience, and celebrating the act of holding those moments dear, the song was also used in McDonald’s “These moments are the real treat” commercial.
It’s included on the album “season,” and its music video featuring Nana Mori drew significant attention.
It’s a perfect track for conveying memories to friends—especially for farewells with dear friends or graduation scenes.
Friends ForeverB.B.WAVES
This is the second pop song from B.B.WAVES, set to an exhilarating soundscape that celebrates the importance of friendship and shared memories.
Released on April 9, 2025, the track blends warm, embracing EDM production with melodic, standout vocals.
Its hopeful vibe is sure to put you in a positive mood.
It’s a perfect song for graduation season, the start of a new chapter, or whenever you want to capture a youthful moment with your closest friends.
sunflowerAdo
As a song to give to a female friend, I recommend Ado’s “Himawari” (Sunflower), from an artist who never stops and keeps up a powerful pace.
Unlike her usual shout-like, forceful pleas, this track largely holds that back and offers a more gentle, tender listen, so it feels a bit different from her previous songs, doesn’t it? The lyrics, which tease out the delicate side of women—like “It’d be easier if I could live more skillfully,” and “Things would go better if I were more proactive”—are likely to resonate widely as well.
Please do listen to it together with your dear friend with whom you can talk about anything!
MiracleGReeeeN
A warm, heartfelt song that directly expresses gratitude and love for someone special.
Released in May 2008 as the theme song for the TBS drama “ROOKIES,” this track has a strong connection to the world of baseball, having been used for high school baseball entrance marches and as walk-up music for professional players.
Its sincere message pledging love that endures over time, combined with an upbeat yet emotionally rich melody, creates a harmony that gently envelops listeners’ hearts.
The sentiment of celebrating a meeting as a “miracle” and treasuring the days walked together as a “trace of our journey” is sure to resonate with everyone.
telepathyORANGE RANGE
This is a song with a universal message that our hearts remain connected even when we’re apart.
Centered on the bonds that transcend physical distance, it portrays heart-to-heart connections alongside a warm, uplifting melody.
Released in December 2004 as a track on the album “musiQ,” it was also featured in a commercial for au by KDDI, capturing the hearts of many.
The song was used as an insert track in the film “Check It Out, Yo!” and led to a collaboration with MONGOL800.
It’s a work where ORANGE RANGE’s diverse musicality blends beautifully with a technopop sound.
This is a song you’ll want to listen to when parting from dear friends or thinking of companions far away.
Dear My FriendOurin-ōrin-
A warm piece that celebrates the preciousness of friendship.
Ourin’s refreshingly clear vocals bring back memories of bonds with close friends.
It conveys the beauty of stepping away from busy days to spend time with those who matter.
Released in March 2024, this song is perfect for the season of graduations and farewells.
The music video features Ourin’s friends, expressing genuine, real-life friendship.
It’s a song you’ll want to listen to when looking back on memories with friends or when you want to express your gratitude.
It’s sure to warm your heart.