Masterpieces that sing of beauty. Recommended popular songs.

crescent moonayaka

Ayaka – Crescent Moon

When it comes to female artists who sing many piano ballads, Ayaka naturally comes to mind.

She has countless masterpieces like “I believe” and “Minna Sora no Shita,” but the song that has been widely covered by many artists and loved by many is the 2006 single “Mikazuki.” It topped the Oricon singles chart and captivates listeners with its poignant lyrics about a long-distance relationship.

Supporting Ayaka’s assured vocal prowess, the piano accompaniment deliberately employs simple tones for a lean, unembellished performance.

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Hamada Takuya

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WISHS.E.N.S.

[HQ] Wish – S.E.N.S. (God, Please Give Me More Time Original Soundtrack)

When you’re feeling down, you naturally want to listen to music that gives you hope.

For those moments, I recommend the insert track from the drama “God, Please Give Me More Time,” known for its sensational, tear-jerking story.

It was created by SENS, an instrumental unit behind numerous BGMs for Japanese films, dramas, and commercials.

The poignant melody resonates perfectly with the work’s theme.

Its moving lines will be there for you when life feels stifling or you’re struggling.

Precisely because it has no lyrics, it lets you savor the piano more deeply.

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mutō

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SummertimeChick Corea & Hiromi

Chick Corea & Hiromi Uehara – Summertime

Jazz master Chick Corea lays out the framework of the piece, and Hiromi Uehara rides it, unleashing captivating phrases that feel both strikingly un-Japanese and quintessentially Japanese.

Jazz doesn’t plead for your emotions, but it sinks deep into the heart.

StardustFlaming Heart

불꽃심장 (Flaming Heart) – Stardust “별의 눈물“ ⁄ Tears of a Star – Stardust [Piano Music]

A New Age piece that’s just as famous in Korea as YIRUMA.

It’s sad and heartrending, yet carries a certain beauty.

When you want to calm your mind, turn off the lights at night and light only candles—listening to this track truly puts your heart at ease.

It’s also a great song for falling asleep.

You raise me upJosep Marc Laporta

You raise me up ~ Josep Marc Laporta (piano)

It’s a song that was featured in figure skating exhibitions and was once popular in Japan, but in fact it has long been beloved around the world.

It’s an anthem for life that gives us the strength to overcome human weakness and suffering—a powerful track that inspires and encourages courage.