[2026] A roundup of theme songs from Amazon Prime Video original Japanese dramas

i-O (Song of Repair)NEW!supittsu

i-O (Shuri No Uta)

This song, chosen as the theme for the drama “1122: A Good Married Couple,” which has been streaming on Amazon Prime Video since June 2024, is captivating for its worldview that gently mends what has been broken.

It’s the opening track of Spitz’s album “Himitsu Studio,” released in May 2023, and is also known as a piece that came to life at the very end of the production process.

Masamune Kusano’s calm vocals quietly accompany the delicate distance between the married couple portrayed in the drama, seeming to ease the hearts of listeners.

When a cherished relationship has become a bit distorted or when everyday life wears you down, this work will surely resonate softly.

On a night when you want to reflect on your bond with your partner, please take the time to listen closely.

Tamamo-no-MaeNEW!Suiyōbi no Campanella

Wednesday Campanella “Tamamo-no-Mae”

A single released in March 2024 as the theme song for the Amazon Original drama “My Beloved Yokai Girlfriend.” In line with the show’s world, which fuses yokai and otaku culture, the track takes inspiration from the Heian-period legend of the fox spirit, weaving together an alluring mystique with playful, pop-tinged wordplay—lyrics that really leave an impression.

The rom-com chemistry between lead actors Hayato Sano and Ai Yoshikawa, along with the buzz of Shiina Utaha also appearing in the cast, creates a synergistic effect.

Its driving dance beat and the repetition of catchy phrases give it an addictive quality that’ll have you humming along even after watching the drama.

It’s a track packed with Wednesday Campanella’s signature quirky playfulness, perfectly coloring a story that also contains elements of mystery and horror.

Angel Flight Main ThemeNEW!Endō Kōji

Angel Flight MainTheme

Angel Flight: International Repatriation Specialist is a drama that depicts the work of professionals who return the deceased across borders to their families.

Adding color to the story is this work composed by Koji Endo, a composer known for scoring numerous films and TV dramas.

It’s the opening number of the album Angel Flight (Original TV Soundtrack), released in July 2024, and its serene yet powerful melody leaves a strong impression.

It carries a warmth like a ray of light piercing through sorrow, and for those who have seen the drama, it likely resonates with the earnest dedication of Nami Izawa, played by Ryoko Yonekura, and her colleagues.

An inspiring piece whose prayer-like reverberations for the departed gently envelop the heart.

Put it on during a quiet night and listen while thinking of someone dear.

ever afterNEW!Aimer

Aimer “ever after” MUSIC VIDEO short ver. (Drama “Hot Mom” SPECIAL EDIT / Starring: Nanase Nishino)

Amazon Original drama Hot Mom depicts a protagonist juggling work and parenting.

Gently accompanying that world is this song performed by Aimer.

It drew attention around March 2021, when the drama began streaming, and was also included on the album Walpurgis, released in April of the same year.

The sound, crafted together with producer Kenji Tamai and others, is quiet yet powerful, and Aimer’s warm vocals, which seem to affirm our daily struggles, sink deeply into the heart.

A collaborative music video linked with the drama’s footage was also released, becoming a hot topic for rekindling the story’s emotion.

It’s a song that quietly gives you courage in those moments when, even as you face the harshness of reality, you try to protect what matters.

I hope everyone who is doing their best each day will give it a listen.

TOKYO VAMPIRE HOTELNEW!tricot

tricot “TOKYO VAMPIRE HOTEL” MV

tricot is a one-of-a-kind band that marries irregular time signatures with catchy vocal melodies.

This track is a thrilling number marked by dynamic twists and a driving sense of speed.

Chosen as the opening theme for Sion Sono’s Amazon Prime Video original drama “Tokyo Vampire Hotel,” it vividly colors the show’s mad, feverish worldview.

Kicking off their album “3,” released in May 2017, the song’s razor-sharp guitar riffs and relentless rhythms will send your excitement soaring from the very first bars.

In just two and a half minutes, the band’s condensed aggression and pop sensibility make it perfect for anyone seeking a stimulating rock sound.

Experience the palpable tension that mirrors the drama’s provocative visual beauty!

StargazerNEW!supittsu

Spitz / Stargazer

The drama “Shiro to Kiiro: Hawaii to Watashi no Pancake Monogatari,” which began streaming on Amazon Prime Video in February 2018, stars Haruna Kawaguchi and portrays a college student who dreams of success at a pancake shop, set in Shonan and Hawaii.

The theme song is a track by Spitz, originally released as a single in January 2004 and widely known at the time as the theme for Fuji TV’s romance reality show “Ainori.” Its lyrics, like gazing up at distant stars, and its sparkling sound overlap with the protagonist striving toward her dreams, making your heart swell.

The show also features beloved Spitz songs like “Sora mo Toberu Hazu” and “Masayume” as insert tracks, making it irresistible for fans!

Zenb Rental JourneyNEW!Okuda Tamio

Zenb Rental Journey

The lyrics are unique in how they suggest borrowing everything—from the gear you need for a trip to the very feeling itself.

Tamio Okuda’s “Zenbu Rental Journey” features a laid-back rock sound that leaves a strong impression.

The track is included on the album “Saboten Museum,” released in September 2017, and was chosen as the theme song for the Amazon Prime Video drama “Nihon o Yukkuri Hashitte Mitayo: Ano Ko no Tame ni Nihon Isshū” (I Tried Traveling Slowly Across Japan: A Round-Japan Trip for That Girl).

The road-movie-style footage—shot by a crew that actually circled Japan, covering about 20,000 kilometers—pairs perfectly with Okuda’s robust performance.

It’s a great pick for when you’re hesitating before a new challenge or want to take a step forward without overthinking it.