Moving and iconic anime songs, popular tracks

signpostChihara Minori

Minori Chihara “Michishirube” MV Full Size — Violet Evergarden Ending Theme / “Violet Evergarden” Ending Theme Michishirube

The anime ending theme sung by Minori Chihara is a heartwarming song that portrays the bond between parent and child.

It starts with piano and vocals and unfolds into a grand orchestration, leaving a strong impression.

Released in January 2018 as her 24th single, it is a tie-in track for the anime Violet Evergarden.

Chihara herself wrote the lyrics, which compellingly reflect the emotions of the characters.

Filled with feelings for loved ones and hope for the future, it’s a song that resonates with listeners.

It’s especially recommended when you’re feeling down or when you want to reflect on someone important to you.

Until the world becomes oneYa-Ya-yah

Until the World Becomes One (Nintama Rantarō)

Ya-Ya-yah’s song was released in May 2002 as the ending theme for the anime Nintama Rantarō.

Its lyrics, themed around friendship and peace, are memorable and carry a warm, positive message.

The phrase “Let’s keep holding hands forever” symbolizes unity and togetherness, expressing love and hope.

It’s a medium-tempo ballad characterized by a simple yet powerful sound.

The members’ youthful, clear vocals enhance the song’s refreshing and heartwarming feel.

In harmony with the anime’s worldview, it became beloved by viewers, and the use of sign language in the performance drew particular attention among fans.

Conveying messages of friendship, love, and hope, the song is a work that leaves a deep emotional impact on listeners.

I want to shout that I love youBAAD

I want to shout that I love you – BAAD (Full)

The opening theme song of the long-beloved anime Slam Dunk.

It’s a famous track that many people know.

Even those who haven’t seen the anime may have heard this song.

It’s a love song that expresses the bittersweet feelings of unrequited love, so please give it a listen.

rainbowSuda Masaki

Masaki Suda 'Niji' (Rainbow)

Masaki Suda, who thrives at the forefront both as an actor and an artist.

The song he performs captured the hearts of many as the theme for the film STAND BY ME Doraemon 2.

This heartwarming track tells the story of a protagonist who recognizes his own weaknesses, expressing deep gratitude to the partner who supports him and vowing firmly to walk into the future together.

Released as a single in November 2020, the song was written and composed by Huwie Ishizaki.

Suda’s gentle yet powerful vocals align beautifully with the film’s moving narrative.

It’s the kind of song that will surely make your heart swell when you want to convey your appreciation to someone special.

Unchanging ThingsOku Hanako

Unchanging Things

Resonating deeply with the heart, this song is known as an insert track from the animated film The Girl Who Leapt Through Time.

Hanako Oku’s gentle voice expresses the protagonist’s aching feelings, tightening the listener’s chest.

Included on the 2006 single Garnet, it has garnered strong support alongside the film.

It’s a piano-centered ballad, characterized by a simple yet emotionally rich arrangement.

Highly recommended for those who want to cherish memories with a loved one and unchanging feelings.

Its poignant lyrics and Hanako Oku’s vocals are sure to bring tears to your eyes.

kaiju (giant monster)Sakanakushon

Sakanaction / Kaiju -Music Video-

This track, which also drew attention as the opening theme for the anime “Chi: About the Movement of the Earth,” marks Sakanakution’s first new song in about three years.

Released in February 2025, it has captured many hearts, topping Billboard JAPAN’s Rising Songs chart, among other achievements.

From the lyrics, you can feel a powerful will—like that of a solitary “kaiju”—to pursue the truth even if it means defying common sense.

The interplay between a pure passion to explore precisely because the world is unfinished, and the poignant helplessness that the cry may never reach anyone, tightens the listener’s chest.

For those struggling toward a big goal or trying to stay true to their convictions, this is surely a song that will become a source of strength.

The Story You Don’t Knowsupercell

Bakemonogatari ED – The Story You Don’t Know

It’s a renowned song that played as the ending theme for a popular anime series and quickly became a hit on video sites like Niconico and YouTube.

The lyrics themselves tell a story and are connected to the anime’s plot, so listening to it after finishing the show leaves you with a faintly bittersweet feeling.

While the song is popular among teens and people in their twenties, I think it’s actually even more moving—enough to make you cry—when you listen to it as an adult.