Moving and iconic anime songs, popular tracks
From the latest anime songs to nostalgic national favorites everyone knows—opening themes, insert songs, ending themes—we present a selection of tear-jerking anime tracks, featuring classic and popular picks recommended by our editorial staff.
Some parts that were cut in the TV broadcast versions are included here—why not listen to the full-length versions from this list?
You’ll surely get chills when you discover deeper lyrics or keywords that tie directly into the anime’s scenes.
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Moving/anime-inspiring theme song masterpieces and popular songs (61–70)
God knows…suzumiya haruhi (hirano aya)

This song comes from the late-night anime “The Melancholy of Haruhi Suzumiya.” The anime became a huge hit and sparked much discussion, with multiple theatrical releases.
It’s also popular as a song by Aya Hirano, who plays the heroine, Haruhi Suzumiya.
If I’m wrapped in kindnessArai Yumi

It’s the theme song from Kiki’s Delivery Service.
I really love the intro—it gives me such a refreshing feeling.
I watched the movie a lot when I was little, so listening to this song makes me nostalgic and a bit wistful.
Yumi’s voice is so pleasant to listen to that I never get tired of it.
MEMORIAAoi Eiru

It’s the ending theme of Fate/Zero.
It’s a beautiful song with a clear, transparent voice.
Despite being this singer’s debut, it became a classic that made the Top 10.
It’s powerfully delivered and full of emotion—something rare in recent years.
At the same time, the singer performs any song with elegance, making it a pleasure to listen to.
LAGRIMAONEPIXCEL

A masterpiece whose wistful melody, carried by a cool electro sound, lingers in the heart.
Released in March 2018 as the major-label debut single of the vocal and dance unit ONEPIXCEL, it was used as the ending theme for the anime Dragon Ball Super.
As the Spanish title meaning “tears” suggests, the song conveys a strong will to turn sorrow into strength and step forward into the future.
Many listeners were likely moved by the resolve to face forward even while knowing the pain of loss.
YOUTHFUL99RadioService

It’s the opening theme of the anime “Chihayafuru,” released in 2011, and the debut single by 99RadioService.
The lyrics align with the anime’s story—a youth friendship song about pursuing dreams, staying connected even when apart, and wanting to meet again at the destination you’re aiming for.
Parade of Lifekujira

This is a song by Kujira that graced the opening of a gentle story about a young master living alongside Edo’s spirits.
Written specifically for the anime “Shabake,” it was released in 0/2025.
Centered on the themes of the cycle of life and its fragility, it conveys the strength of caring for someone and the tenderness of living with unseen presences, all expressed through a lyrical melody.
A stylish pop track recommended for fans of yokai.
againYUI

It’s the opening theme song of the anime Fullmetal Alchemist.
Released in 2009, it is YUI’s 13th single.
YUI herself wrote and composed the song, and it’s a track where her angelic voice and lyrics that pierce like a cry from the heart resonate deeply.


