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When you think of Christmas, many people picture it as an event for couples.
Because of that, there are lots of ballads with a romantic theme among Christmas songs.
In this article, we’ll introduce plenty of classic ballads that are perfect for the holiday season!
They range from songs that depict happy couples to ones that portray heartbreaking breakups.
Besides love songs, there are also moving tracks that are sure to touch your heart, so be sure to find the one that matches your mood.
Now, let’s dive into the world of Christmas ballads!
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[Heart-Touching] Recommended Emotional Ballad Songs for Christmas [2026] (1–10)
Christmas songback number
This song is the new standard for Christmas tunes from back number, a band whose many love songs have captured the hearts of countless fans.
Their biggest appeal—the candid lyrics that lay bare feelings of love—shines here.
You can feel the protagonist’s tender, affectionate emotions throughout the lyrics, and listening to the song somehow warms your heart.
On top of the beautifully festive atmosphere that evokes Christmas, the melody is wonderfully catchy, making it a very accessible track.
silentSAKEI NO OWARI
Silent is a Christmas song overflowing with that signature Sekai no Owari flair.
Released in 2020, it was used as the theme song for the drama “Kono Koi Atatamemasu ka.” As SEKAI NO OWARI’s first Christmas song, it wraps you in a strange sensation where introspective depth and a swelling of the heart coexist within a pure white world and a silent night.
There’s a gentleness that seems to stay close to feelings you can’t quite let go of.
I think it’s the most fragile track in SEKAI NO OWARI’s history, yet being enveloped by a soothing sense of comfort while listening is also part of their charm.
The contrast between the heartrending lyrics and the warm, glowing sound makes for a beautifully moving winter ballad.
A Snowy ChristmasDREAMS COME TRUE
This is a song where Yoshida Miwa’s gentle voice, set against a shimmering, Christmas-like sound and a laid-back accompaniment, creates an almost mystical atmosphere.
It’s one of DREAMS COME TRUE’s most popular Christmas songs! Although it was released in 1990, it was used in a Subaru commercial in 2016, so many people may find it familiar.
The lyrics intertwine the steadily falling snow with a love that grows larger and larger in the heart.
You can really feel the sincerity of the feelings being carried.
Every word and image in the lyrics is beautiful—it’s a truly lovely Christmas ballad.
Christmas EveYuuri
This song is memorable for its warm melody that makes you forget the winter cold and lyrics that gently tighten your chest.
Released in November 2022 as Yuri’s first Christmas song, it overlays lost love and loneliness onto the special day of Christmas Eve.
It reached No.
17 on the Billboard Japan weekly chart.
The music video stars actress Sara Minami and was directed by Elizabeth Miyaji.
More than just evoking thoughts of Christmas, the piece portrays the many emotions felt at the end of the year.
It’s a song that offers comfort to those who have experienced a farewell with someone important or who are seeking a new encounter.
Holy ChristmasOnda Masanori
This is a poignant winter ballad by Masanori Onda that delicately portrays the feelings of a man steeped in the sorrow of a broken heart on a snowy Christmas night.
Released in November 2023, the song gives voice to loss and loneliness through memories of a lover and scenes of Christmas streets.
Onda’s signature expressive style, known for its sweet yet aching vocals, truly shines in this piece, which has also been gaining attention on social media.
The lyrics are sure to resonate deeply with anyone who has parted ways with a lover or holds someone dear in their heart.
It’s perfect for listening alone on a quiet night—or while nestled close to someone special.
Xmas with ULANA
A warm, atmospheric ballad that elevates the Christmas spirit has arrived! LANA’s clear, translucent vocals vividly portray a Christmas night spent with a lover.
The gently embracing sound and lyrics—filled with the desire to cherish special moments with a loved one—truly resonate.
Released in December 2022, this song can also be seen as a work that symbolizes a new musical challenge for LANA.
A visual piece has been released as well, evoking the warmth of Christmas and the bonds shared with someone you love.
It’s a romantic track brimming with a cozy mood, perfect for listening with a partner or someone special.
WINTER WITHOUT YOUXG
A bittersweet emotion of remembering and longing for someone dear who is far away at Christmas, expressed with warm sensibility and sweet harmonies—this is the perfect “Winter R&B” for the season.
Released by XG in December 2023, the track offers a sensitive contrast to their usual edgy style.
Marked by electric piano and distinctive vocal effects, it repeats phrases wishing for a return at Christmas, portraying emotions where hope and despair intertwine.
Conveying a heartfelt yearning to reunite with someone special, this song is recommended for couples in long-distance relationships and for those who feel lonely spending Christmas alone.