Love songs. Timeless and popular tracks dedicated to those in love.

Ballad of a SingerSaitō Kazuyoshi

Kazuyoshi Saito – Ballad of a Singer (2008 Ver.) [Music Video]

This is a bittersweet yet warm song that begins with a simple acoustic guitar tone.

It conveys the weight carried by the words “I love you,” intertwining a moving expression of deep love with the meaning of singing as a performer—truly a masterpiece.

Released in November 1997, its heartfelt vocals and universal message captured many hearts despite its simple sound.

It was chosen as the theme song for the animated film “Lu Over the Wall,” and has been embraced by even more listeners across generations.

With Kazuyoshi Saito’s characteristically warm vocals and memorable melody, it’s easy to sing at karaoke and is recommended when you want to convey your feelings to someone special or sing with heartfelt emotion.

Surfing JohnnyKuwata Keisuke

Keisuke Kuwata – Surfing Johnny (Full ver.)

A masterpiece has been born—a love story set on a summer seashore, tracing encounters, partings, and the path to renewal.

Riding on a lively rock sound, Keisuke Kuwata’s lyrical vocals resonate deeply.

Overflowing passion, heartrending farewells, and the courage to find love again after loneliness are all woven together with a refreshing melody.

Released in July 2001, the song was also featured in a Japan Coca-Cola campaign and became a million seller.

It was included on the album “TOP OF THE POPS,” drawing a major response.

It’s a perfect track for those yearning for the arrival of the season of love, as they feel the fresh ocean breeze.

SOUL LOVEGLAY

GLAY / SOUL LOVE

A refreshing love song that portrays the anticipation of a new romance beginning with the arrival of spring.

The protagonist experiences a sudden, fateful encounter, and as their interactions deepen, the song carefully depicts the evolving emotions of discovering ways to live—like how to spend sleepless nights and the importance of human connection.

Released in April 1998, the track was also used as the campaign song for Kanebo Bronze Love ’98 Summer and was included on the album “pure soul,” released in July of the same year.

Its gently enveloping melody and hope-filled lyrics evoke the fluttering excitement of the start of love that everyone has felt.

It’s a must-listen for anyone looking to make a fresh start and embark on a new romance.

Heart-throbbing for you. — A Fickle Vacation —Yellow Magic Orchestra

Yellow Magic Orchestra – “Kimi Ni Mune Kyun“ (Official Music Video)

A refreshing portrayal of the heartbeat of love, this is a classic summer song by YELLOW MAGIC ORCHESTRA.

Released in March 1983, it deftly captures a tender crush and vivid summer scenes.

The protagonist’s confusion over a platonic romance and the all-consuming thrill of love—enough to make one forget the passage of time—are set to a light technopop rhythm.

With playful arrangement and vocals, it drew attention as the lead single from the album Naughty Boys.

It was also used in a Kanebo cosmetics commercial and reached No.

2 on the Oricon charts.

A perfect pick for anyone wanting to relive a summer romance or recapture that nostalgic flutter.

beetle (specifically, a rhinoceros beetle)aiko

aiko - 'Kabutomushi' music video

A gem of a love song that expresses the feeling of falling in love by overlaying it with the changing of the four seasons.

Aiko’s clear, expansive vocals gently embrace you.

The lyrics, which cherish every emotion—from the joys of romance to its bittersweet ache—resonate deeply.

Since its release in November 1999, it has captured many hearts, being chosen as the ending theme for programs like CDTV and Jibireba!?.

With its translucent vocals, this captivating track evokes nostalgic memories of youth.

It’s the perfect song for moments when you want to feel at peace or look back on precious memories of love.

PRIDEImai Miki

Miki Imai - 'PRIDE' Music Video

A gem of a love song that portrays a woman pledging her heart to the Southern Cross.

The deep affection for the lover who taught her both loneliness and freedom soaks into the heart through Miki Imai’s translucent vocals.

Written and composed by Tomoyasu Hotei, the song was released in November 1996 and topped the Oricon charts for three consecutive weeks.

Chosen as the theme song for the TV drama “Doc,” it became a massive hit, selling 1.6 million copies.

In 2006, the couple appeared together on the 57th NHK Kōhaku Uta Gassen, delivering the performance with Hotei’s guitar accompaniment.

A heartwarming anthem that conveys the joy and ache of love, and the strength to turn feelings for a beloved into pride.

Recommended for those who want to keep moving forward while thinking of someone precious.

Love MemoryMatsuzaki Shigeru

Love Memory

This is a gem of a love ballad sung by Shigeru Matsuzaki.

The lyrics, celebrating deep affection and the joy of life, overflow with a pure vow of eternal love.

Released in August 1977, it became a major talking point as the theme song for Glico Almond Chocolate, starring Tomokazu Miura and Momoe Yamaguchi in the commercial.

That same year, Matsuzaki made his first appearance on NHK’s Kōhaku Uta Gassen, and the following year the song was selected as the entrance march for the 50th National High School Baseball Invitational Tournament.

It’s a piece you’ll want to listen to while reflecting on those irreplaceable memories of love that everyone experiences at least once.