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[2026] A roundup of theme songs from Amazon Prime Video original Japanese dramas
How closely do you all keep up with the original Japanese dramas streaming on Amazon Prime Video?Of course, the stories and performances draw you in, but the theme songs and insert tracks that linger in your ears at unexpected moments are also essential to a show’s appeal.Many of you may have looked into it only to find it hard to keep track of which songs were used in which dramas.In this article, we introduce a wide range of theme songs and main tracks that have colored Amazon Prime Video’s original Japanese dramas—from the latest buzzworthy titles to beloved classics with enduring popularity.We hope you find a new favorite song.
[2026] A Compendium of Theme Songs from Amazon Prime Video Original Japanese Dramas (1–10)
affectionNEW!mono²
Its translucent vocals and cold yet exquisitely beautiful, intricate sound seem to quietly seep into your heart.
This is the debut single from mono², a unit by producer Yaffle and vocalist Cena, released in December 2025.
It was written as the theme song for the drama “Human Specimens,” based on Kanae Minato’s work.
Not only pure love, but also the madness and obsession lurking beneath it are expressed in this ballad, drawing listeners into a world that is both beautiful and terrifying.
The lyrics trace distorted emotions born from deep affection for another, making your chest tighten as you listen.
On a night when you want to linger in the afterglow of the drama, why not give this track a listen?
DIGNITYNEW!Ado
Singer Ado has transcended the bounds of a mere vocalist to become a nationwide sensation.
Released digitally in September 2023, this work was written specifically for the film Silent Service and was also chosen as the theme song for the Amazon Original drama Silent Service Season 1: The Great Battle of Tokyo Bay.
It drew major attention for featuring lyrics by Koshi Inaba and composition by Takahiro Matsumoto of B’z.
Bearing weighty themes such as dignity and fate, the melody gains an even more dramatic breadth through Seiji Kameda’s arrangement.
Ado’s heartrending yet powerful vocals draw listeners deeply into the story’s world.
It’s a grand rock ballad whose sound—where stillness and upheaval intersect—will shake your heart.
Ivy Ivy IvyNEW!Aimer
The theme song for the Amazon Original drama “Is It True You’re Getting Married?” starring Wakana Aoi and Kanta Sato.
It’s a refreshing, light pop tune that marks a new frontier for Aimer, offering a different flavor from her usual deep, resonant vocals.
Included on the mini-album “Deep down” released in December 2022, it was created as one of the works capping off her 10th anniversary year.
The buoyant rhythm brightly colors the clumsy romance of two people whose relationship begins with a sham marriage, and just listening to it lifts your spirits.
Embracing the confusion of a heart at the start of love while gently giving you a push forward, this song is perfect for when you want to add a little sparkle to your everyday life or get into a happy mood.
Setting Sail ~ Modern Love: Tokyo ~NEW!Awesome City Club
A warm pop song that gently embraces the many forms of love that intersect in the streets of Tokyo.
Awesome City Club is a three-piece band featuring male-female twin vocals.
This work was created as the theme song for the Amazon Original drama “Modern Love Tokyo — Stories of Love in the City,” released in October 2022.
It’s a reimagined track based on the overseas series’ theme, with Japanese lyrics written by atagi.
Their signature sound conveys a hopeful message that hints at new beginnings, along with a sense of nostalgia drifting within urban sophistication.
It softly accompanies peaceful moments spent with someone dear, or nights when you find yourself thinking of someone.
Be sure to listen while lingering in the afterglow of the drama.
Start AgainNEW!Crystal Kay
This is a song by Crystal Kay, a singer with overwhelming vocal power and expressive range.
It was used as an insert song in the Amazon Original drama “A 2 Z,” released in February 2023.
Co-written with her friend, singer-songwriter Emi Meyer, the piece has a jazz flavor and is notable for being sung entirely in English.
It embodies the drama’s themes of mature romance, inner conflict, and the resolve to start anew, aligning closely with the emotions of the protagonist played by Kyoko Fukada.
The track was released simultaneously with the drama’s streaming debut on February 3, 2023, helping to build the story’s world through sound.
Its gently soothing jazz tones are comforting—perfect for nighttime relaxation or for moments when you want to reset your feelings and move forward.
So You Can ShineNEW!TAKUMI&KYOSUKE(INI)
The theme song for the Amazon Original drama “Marry My Husband,” starring Fuka Koshiba and Takeru Satoh in dual lead roles.
A unit featuring INI’s Takumi Ozaki and Kyosuke Fujimaki sings about the bittersweetness of unrequited love and the warm wish for someone else’s happiness.
It was released in July 2025 as the fifth installment of the drama’s original soundtrack.
The band sound is striking, capturing a refreshing, youth-like breeze that appears amid the story’s nuanced human relationships, along with a pure wish to cherish someone.
The lyrics’ worldview—praying for the other person to shine brighter than oneself—makes your heart swell.
When the drama’s plot has you on edge, the song is full of a gentleness that lightens your heart.
It’s a track that makes you want to listen while thinking of someone special.
August Is My NameNEW!kururi
This is a track by Kyoto-born rock band Quruli, released digitally in September 2022.
It was chosen as the theme song for the Amazon Original drama “More Than Words.” The music video is set in a small barbershop, featuring Nana Komatsu, and directed by photographer Hideaki Hamada.
The song’s classic guitar sound reminiscent of old Britpop and its somehow nostalgic melody are truly moving.
Its worldbuilding—evoking the act of calling someone’s name and the passing of the seasons—feels perfect for savoring the afterglow of the drama.
Also included on the March 2023 EP “Ai no Taiyo EP,” this bittersweet yet warm number will make you want to look up at the sky at summer’s end—be sure to give it a thoughtful listen.