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Moving and iconic anime songs, popular tracks

Representative, Elysion Philharmonic Orchestrasai-kisaragi
Heisei College of Music, Composition Course. Studied composition and conducting under Keizo Ideta, piano under Chinami Kira, and arts management under Takuma Konishi. With a focus on community and music, I work to revitalize my hometown of Saga Prefecture. While performing as a double bassist with wind ensembles and orchestras across Kyushu, I participated on double bass in the “Orchestra Without Borders” orchestra camp of the professional game and anime music ensemble Eminence Orchestra, held in Matsumoto, Nagano Prefecture in September 2012. During CAPCOM’s Kyushu Tour in 2016, I not only performed as an orchestra member but also served on the production staff. I currently serve as the managing representative for the game and anime performance groups Elysion Philharmonic Orchestra (Saga Prefecture) and Fukuoka Game Music Wind Orchestra (Fukuoka Prefecture), and handle conducting, arranging, and public relations.

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.

Moving anime song masterpieces and popular tracks (21–30)

secret base ~What You Gave Me~ (10 years after Ver.)Ai Kayano, Haruka Tomatsu, Saori Hayami

We Still Don't Know the Name of the Flower We Saw That Day — Secret Base SP Ver. (Revised Edition)

secret base ~What You Gave Me~ (10 years after Ver.) by Ai Kayano, Haruka Tomatsu, and Saori Hayami

Watch "secret base ~What You Gave Me~ (10 years after Ver.) Ai Kayano, Haruka Tomatsu, Saori Hayami" on YouTube

ZONE’s classic song “secret base ~Kimi ga Kureta Mono~” was covered by voice actors and used as an anime ending theme.

This work, popularly known by the abbreviation “Anohana,” became a hit even among people who don’t usually watch anime.

It’s such a popular song that it consistently ranks near the top of “tear-jerker anime song” lists, so I imagine many people still listen to it even now.

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The Story You Don't Knowsupercell

Bakemonogatari ED – The Story You Don’t Know

The Story You Don’t Know — supercell

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.

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I want to shout that I love you.BAAD

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

I want to shout that I love you BAAD

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.

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Type: WildRika Matsumoto

Type: Wild

Type: Wild Rika Matsumoto

Here is a classic song that captures the world of Pokémon.

Its lyrics, depicting a journey of adventure and growth, resonate deeply with listeners.

You can practically see the protagonist setting out from Pallet Town and gaining experience along the way.

Rica Matsumoto’s powerful vocals further elevate the song’s appeal.

Released in February 1999, it was also used as an ending theme for the anime Pokémon.

It’s a perfect track not only for Pokémon fans but also for anyone striving toward their dreams.

It’s a song with a mysterious power that fills you with energy when you listen.

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KanadeAmamiya Sora

“Kanade” Kaori Fujimiya (CV: Sora Amamiya) Music Video Short Ver.

Amamiya Sora

It’s the song used as the ending theme for One Week Friends.

It was originally sung by Sukima Switch, but voice actress Sora Amamiya covered it for this anime.

Her wistful vocals and the nuanced sense of distance between two people who care for each other are beautifully expressed, and watching the main story makes it even more moving.

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And yet, tomorrow will come.Yume Suzuki

[HD] Still, tomorrow will come

And yet, tomorrow will come — Yume Suzuki

It’s the ending theme of Ninku.

With its refreshing melody and uplifting lyrics, it makes you feel ready to do your best again tomorrow.

When I listen to it while I’m feeling down, it moves me so much that I end up in tears.

I also love Ms.

Suzuki’s powerful vocals.

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OrangeRie Kugimiya, Yui Horie, Eri Kitamura

Orange

Orange Kugimiya Rie, Horie Yui, Kitamura Eri

Used as the ending theme of Toradora!, it may seem like a bright, cheerful song at first glance, but the lyrics actually portray a bittersweet love.

It’s sung by the three voice actors who play the main characters, and you can tell they put a lot of emotion into their performance because they understand the characters’ feelings so well.

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