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

AutomaticUtada Hikaru

Hikaru Utada – Automatic

A towering masterpiece of ’90s J-pop that vividly captures the instant when romantic feelings rise up unconsciously.

Crafted with an R&B flair by a 15-year-old Hikaru Utada, the song delicately expresses the shifting distance and tremors of the heart between two people.

A young talent portrays the complexities of love from a unique perspective.

Released in December 1998, the debut single became an instant smash, selling an astonishing 2.55 million copies.

It also dramatically raised expectations for the album First Love.

Winner of the JASRAC Gold Award, it earned outstanding critical acclaim.

A perfect classic for anyone who wants to relive the flutter of first love or reexperience the brilliance of ’90s J-pop.

I’m glad I met you.Koizumi Kyoko

Kyoko Koizumi – I'm Glad I Met You (Official Video)

A gem of a ballad woven with sweet, bittersweet feelings.

After parting from a loved one, the deep sense of gratitude that only time can bring wells up in your heart.

Released in May 1991, this work features lyrics written by Kyoko Koizumi herself.

Unspoken feelings and gratitude for having someone by your side are expressed atop a beautiful melody.

It became a hot topic as the theme song for the drama “Papa to Natchan,” spending five consecutive weeks at No.

1 on the Oricon chart.

With an astonishing shipment of 1.58 million copies, it became her biggest hit.

It’s a song you’ll want to listen to if you’ve experienced a farewell with someone precious or when you want to give thanks for a meaningful encounter.

Your Song for YouKawasaki Takaya

Takaya Kawasaki - Kimi no Tame no Kimi no Uta [OFFICIAL MUSIC VIDEO]

Takaya Kawasaki’s heartwarming piece gently envelops the feelings you hold for someone special.

By contrasting the vastness of the universe with the miracle of two people meeting, it gives voice to profound love for a cherished person.

Since being included on the July 2018 album “I believe in you,” this work has continued to soothe the hearts of many.

It’s a song that stays close to you during special moments with a loved one, or whenever someone is on your mind.

Kawasaki’s warm vocals and the tender tones of the acoustic guitar are sure to resonate deeply with listeners.

Above the setting sunKawasaki Takaya

Takaya Kawasaki - Above the Sunset [OFFICIAL MUSIC VIDEO]

A poignant love song by Takaya Kawasaki that strikingly portrays a person who appears calm and quiet yet harbors passionate feelings deep inside.

Released in July 2024 as the ending theme for the TV Tokyo drama “Hidamari ga Kikoeru,” the song delicately weaves in imagery of wind, scents, and scenery to express unspoken feelings and the ache of missed connections.

It’s a recommended track for anyone who carries a faint crush yet struggles to put it into words, or for those who wish to look back on the dramatic, bittersweet trajectory of a romance.

Magic CarpetKawasaki Takaya

Takaya Kawasaki - Magic Carpet [OFFICIAL MUSIC VIDEO]

A gem of a love song by Takaya Kawasaki that makes you forget the worries and complex emotions unique to long-distance relationships.

The gentle tone of the acoustic guitar and his husky voice sink deep into your heart.

The straightforward feeling of “I don’t want to let you go” sets listeners’ hearts ablaze.

Included on the album “I believe in you,” released in July 2018, the track went viral on social media in 2020 and was chosen as the theme song for a LINE drama, capturing the hearts of many.

It’s a recommended song not only for those in long-distance relationships but also for anyone who wants to reaffirm their feelings for someone special.

SymphonyHirai Dai

Hirai Dai / Symphony (Music Video)

Characterized by warm, heartfelt vocals and a grand orchestral arrangement, this gem of a love ballad gives voice to the universal longing for a hero and the resolve to protect the ones we cherish.

Infused with Dai Hirai’s perspective as a father, it carries a powerful message brimming with hope and love for the future.

Released in April 2023 as the theme song for the film TOKYO MER: Mobile Emergency Room – The Movie, it marked Hirai’s first theme for a live-action film.

The song is also included on his best-of album LOVE＋PEACE, released in May of the same year.

This track is perfect for new beginnings with someone special, pivotal moments in life, or any time you need the courage to face forward.

Wrapped in its warm vocals, it’s sure to help you take that first step toward tomorrow.

Love WindIkuta Rira

Love Wind

It’s a heart-fluttering song that feels like a refreshing spring breeze blowing into your heart.

It’s a track by Lila Ikuta, chosen as the theme song for ABEMA’s romance reality show “Kyo, Suki ni Narimashita: New Zealand Edition.” Gently expressing the feelings of wanting to confess but not being able to, and the inability to take that final step, the song resonates deeply.

The fresh guitar tones by Takashi Yamaguchi are another highlight.

Filled with the confusion and inner conflict at the start of love, as well as those heart-racing moments, this song is sure to give a gentle push to anyone struggling with romance.