Anime Love Song Special [Heart-Fluttering & Tearjerkers]
Anime spans many genres, but romance stories are definitely one of the classics.
And you could even say there are just as many love songs as there are shows.
Even when the main plot isn’t a love story, the opening or ending theme might be a love song.
In any case, there are tons—an absolutely staggering number—of anime love songs.
This article rounds up those masterpieces.
Whether you’re in love right now or feeling down after a breakup, we’ve got recommendations for you.
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Anime Love Song Special [Heart-throbbing & Tear-jerking] (71–80)
GarnetHanako Oku
This is a wonderful song that etches each fleeting moment of youth into the heart.
It gently portrays school grounds, after-school scenes, and the everyday moments we tend to overlook, while weaving in feelings for a cherished person, resulting in a tender composition.
Okuda Hanako’s clear, translucent voice warmly sings of memories that never fade with time and emotions that remain unchanged, making this a particularly memorable track.
Released in July 2006 as her fourth single, it was selected as the theme song for the animated feature film The Girl Who Leapt Through Time, peaking at No.
51 on the Oricon charts and staying on the charts for 19 weeks.
Accompanied by a simple piano tone that brings back nostalgic memories, this song is one you’ll want to hear if you’ve experienced parting with someone dear or are about to take a new step forward.
Trick artRyuji Kiyoshi
Ryujin Sei, who excels in many fields including producing idol groups, created Trick Art as the ending theme for the anime Loving Yamada at Lv999! The track features a lively sound that blends jazz with pop.
Its lyrics comically portray a man who longs to get closer to the person he’s attracted to.
The figurative expressions—such as comparing romance to trick art—are unique and amusing.
Gradation feat. Yuho KitazawaKANA-BOON
It’s an irresistible, heart-fluttering anime song that likens the awkwardness of love to a gradient.
Created by KANA-BOON and released in June 2023, it was chosen as the opening theme for the anime “Loving Yamada at Lv999.” The uptempo feel pairs perfectly with the duet featuring Yuho Kitazawa, creating an exquisite harmony.
You can really feel those budding feelings of love growing stronger and stronger.
This track is sure to give a push to anyone who can’t quite take the step to confess.
It’s also a great listen when you’re looking for a bit of courage.
Anime Love Song Special [Heart-throbbing & Tear-jerking] (81–90)
In that caseMacaroni Enpitsu
It’s a striking song where wistfulness and passion blend together.
Created by Macaroni Enpitsu, it was released in January 2025 and chosen as the opening theme for the second cour of the TV anime “Ao no Hako.” The youthful lyrics, vividly expressing powerful feelings about love, resonate deeply.
Its emotional guitar sound is another highlight, gripping your heart.
I think it’s a song that empathizes with those struggling in love and gives them the courage to move forward.
Cynthia, my belovedRitsuko Okazaki
This is the song that was used as the ending theme only in episode 20 of “Akihabara Dennou Gumi.” It carries a powerful message that people can become strong in order to protect someone precious to them.
Ritsuko Okazaki’s gentle vocals and the heartrending melody are enough to bring tears to your eyes.
TouchYoshimi Iwasaki
The opening theme of the hugely popular high school baseball anime Touch, based on Mitsuru Adachi’s original work.
While high school baseball was the main theme, the romantic dynamics between the twins Tatsuya and Kazuya Uesugi and Minami Asakura were also essential to the story’s development.
In addition to the anime adaptation, it was also made into a live-action drama and a live-action film, and the song has been covered by many artists such as Noriko Hidaka and Younha.
Both the manga and the music remain beloved classics to this day.
You love it, yet the more you love it, the lonelier you feel.
The lyrics convey emotions that feel more adult than typical youthful romance, which may be why this song is cherished across generations.
Sound of SnowNovelbright
A heartwarming love ballad painted with a warm snowy landscape.
It’s a song by Novelbright, released for streaming in December 2023, and was chosen as the opening theme for the TV anime “A Sign of Affection.” The piece portrays a love story between a female college student with a hearing impairment and a backpacker who travels the world.
Like flowers blooming after the snow melts, it sings of how their love grows.
You can feel the warmth of people even amid the winter chill.
It’s perfect for when you’re in the mood for a love song—an uplifting track that gently nudges those in love forward.