A collection of masterpieces! A roundup of enka love songs
Within enka, there are works spanning a variety of genres and vivid scene depictions, but many people probably feel that “enka means love songs.”
So this time, we’re introducing enka love songs!
We’ll cover a wide range—from songs that sing as if narrating a heartrending tragic romance, to ones where love wells up endlessly.
We’ve focused on hit songs, so it’s perfect for choosing tracks for karaoke, too.
Be sure to check it out to the end!
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A Collection of Masterpieces! Enka Love Songs (61–70)
night-flowering jasmineOka Midori
A gemlike love song released in February 2025 that richly portrays the sweetness and ache of first love.
Carried by a gentle, companionable melody, the fragility and sorrow of love are delicately woven together.
Celebrating Midori Oka’s 20th anniversary since her debut, this work beautifully harmonizes Reiji Mizuki’s lyrics with Masato Sugimoto’s composition to sensitively express a woman’s heart swayed by love.
Like soap bubbles, a fleeting romance and the anxious feelings blown by the wind are tenderly sung in a clear, transparent voice.
A recommended track for those who want to empathize with tender yet bittersweet emotions.
Sentimental Journey in SendaiDate Kozuzu, Date Fuminosuke
This is a nostalgic number that vividly and emotively depicts the scenery and history of Sendai.
“Sendai Ryojo” is a single by Kosuzu Date, released in March 2025.
The lyrics, which leisurely trace feelings for a loved one far away, blend heartache with a sense of anticipation.
I can’t help but listen and relate it to my own experiences.
Be sure to take your time and listen closely to Kosuzu Date’s resolute, expressive singing voice.
Because I love youSasaki Mai
Released in April 2025, Mai Sasaki’s song beautifully captures the joys and bittersweet pains of love.
With a clear, pure voice, she lays bare her honest feelings for the person she loves.
Even as she hears bad rumors about them, she can’t bring herself to let go—an emotion many listeners will surely relate to.
It’s a pure yet slightly melancholic enka track with an irresistibly light, catchy rhythm.
I want to see you againKatō Daichi
It’s a ballad that longs for a reunion with a loved one.
Released in April 2025, the song blends a J-pop vibe with hints of enka, resulting in a genre-crossing piece.
Although it’s a message to someone who is no longer here, what comes through is not sorrow but hope.
Kato’s warm voice gently envelops both the ears and the heart.
Please take your time and really listen.
I am most delighted.Kitazawa Mai
A pure love song wrapped in kindness, expressing the feelings of unrequited love with the classical word “ito.” It’s a work by Mai Kitazawa, released by Tokuma Japan Communications in February 2025.
The song celebrates the timeless beauty of love that doesn’t change with age, conveying a warm message that simply caring for someone is itself a source of happiness.
With its calm vocals and emotionally rich arrangement that resonate deeply, this is her third single since moving to Tokuma Japan.
The worldview woven from archaic language and a modern melody will gently accompany anyone who holds dear feelings for someone special.
Alone on the shoreChiba Kazuo
This is a single by Enka veteran Kazuo Chiba, slated for release in April 2025.
With an emotionally rich melody, it beautifully captures the poignant feelings of recalling a past love on a twilight shore.
The lyrics by Hajime Ryū and the composition crafted by Kaoru Hanagasa are a perfect match, resulting in a work that truly resonates with listeners.
It’s a gem of a track for those who relate to the subtleties of life and the ache of bittersweet love, and for anyone seeking Enka that speaks directly to the heart.
Spring-Waiting SakeHarada Yuuri
It’s a stylish number that portrays the season when cherry blossom petals dance.
Released simultaneously with the album “Harukanaru Michi” in December 2024, this piece depicts the bond between two people who overcome life’s trials and keep believing in hope.
The scene of them sharing drinks and renewing their resolve for the future is rendered with rich emotion.
How about listening to it on a cold winter night, while you wait eagerly for spring to arrive? It’s sure to warm your heart.