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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 (31–40)

MEMORIAEir Aoi

Eir Aoi - MEMORIA

MEMORIA Eir Aoi

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.

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Song that Marks TimeLia

[High Quality] CLANNAD: AFTER STORY Opening 'A Song to Pass the Time' FULL with Lyrics

Song that Marks the Passage of Time - Lia

In the opening theme of CLANNAD ~AFTER STORY~, the lyrics that match the main story and Lia’s outstanding vocal performance make it an exceptionally well-crafted song.

It’s wonderful to listen to on its own, but if you listen to it again after watching the anime, it can move you to tears naturally.

If you feel like you haven’t cried much lately, I highly recommend listening to it along with the anime.

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If I'm wrapped in kindnessYumi Matsutoya

Yumi Matsutoya – If Wrapped in Kindness (THE LAST WEDNESDAY TOUR 2006 ~HERE COMES THE WAVE~)

If Wrapped in Kindness by Yumi Matsutoya

This is the theme song from Kiki’s Delivery Service, one of the most popular Studio Ghibli films by Hayao Miyazaki.

The sight of the young heroine working so earnestly likely moved many viewers deeply.

Just listening to it brings the film back to mind and stirs the emotions.

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LAGRIMAONEPIXCEL

ONEPIXCEL / LAGRIMA (TV Anime “Dragon Ball Super” January 2018 Cour Ending Theme) (FULL VER.)

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.

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For Fruits BasketRitsuko Okazaki

For Fruits Basket

For Fruits Basket Okazaki Ritsuko

Used as the opening theme for Fruits Basket, this song features Ritsuko Okazaki’s gentle vocals and a calm melody that naturally puts you at ease as you listen.

Since this anime is extremely well-crafted as a romance, if you like the opening theme, you’ll surely get hooked on the series too.

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Moving anime song masterpieces and popular tracks (41–50)

Last StardustAimer

【Aimer】「Last Stardust」(Band Cover)【Fate/Stay Night: UBW EP 20 Insert Song】

Last StardustAimer

As an insert song in Fate/Stay Night: Unlimited Blade Works, it brought viewers to tears when it played in the main story, enhanced by the flashback scene.

Not only Japanese fans but also overseas fans were captivated, and the related videos on YouTube are all highly rated.

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ConnectClariS

Connect / ClariS (Cover)

Connect ClariS

It’s a popular song as the opening theme for Puella Magi Madoka Magica, and because the lyrics are deeply connected to the story of the anime, it’s especially moving for those who know the main plot.

The lyrics skillfully express the feelings of the other protagonist, depicting a resolve to keep moving forward without giving up, even in the midst of despair.

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