Love songs. Timeless and popular tracks dedicated to those in love.
Are you in love right now?
Is it unrequited?Mutual?
Whether you feel a new romance about to begin or want to rekindle a love you’d given up on, we’ve picked out timeless and popular love songs that our editorial team recommends.
This is a collection of gem-like playlists we’d love to give to you—whether you’re about to fall in love or already in it.
It’s packed with heart-thumping and heart-melting love songs you’ll want to replay on heavy rotation!
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Love songs. Masterpieces and popular tracks dedicated to those in love (171–180)
I’m glad I met you.Koizumi Kyoko

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’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.
Magic CarpetKawasaki Takaya

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.
I wish I were the one you liked.Te ga kuriimu pan

A heart-stirring ballad by Tegami Cream Pan, where earnest feelings and a bittersweet mood are woven together through a clear, transparent vocal.
It gently portrays a woman who carries deep feelings for someone important yet struggles to express them.
Featuring an evocative piano melody, the song was released in April 2023.
Showcasing her delicate expressive power to the fullest, this piece speaks on behalf of girls in love.
It’s a must-listen for those who keep their feelings for a crush to themselves or find it hard to be honest about their emotions toward someone dear.
Can I try saying “I love you”?Matsushita Kohei

It’s a warm song that gently embraces the feelings of someone in love.
Kohei Matsushita’s soft vocals beautifully capture the desire to honestly convey one’s emotions to a beloved.
Crafted by Takahito Uchisawa of androp and released in November 2024, this gem of a love song skillfully fuses the gentle tones of acoustic guitar with elements of R&B.
It sings of the difficulty of putting love into words, and the strong urge to express it nonetheless.
A heartwarming track you’ll want to listen to with someone special.
Love songs. Masterpieces and popular tracks dedicated to those in love (181–190)
I like you.Shimizu Shota

A gem of a love song that pours out deep affection and devoted feelings.
You’ll be drawn into the world woven by Shota Shimizu’s clear, transparent vocals and a soul-stirring, heartfelt melody.
Released in December 2009, the track became his first to top the full ringtone weekly chart, and was later included on the 2010 album “Journey.” It sings of a once-in-a-lifetime fateful encounter, expressing heartfelt love and gratitude for that special person.
The song resonates with a strong resolve to overcome small quarrels and anxieties together, and a pure love that longs to keep protecting the other’s smile.
This is a must-listen for anyone seeking their destined person or wishing to convey their feelings to someone dear.
An unfinished love song I’ve been working on foreverHata Motohiro

A poignant song that gently portrays the love of a couple who have spent many years together.
Released digitally in February 2025, it drew attention for its storytelling and heart-stirring harmonies.
Written specifically for the film “A Love Letter in the 35th Year,” the piece conjures the image of a husband who, after retiring, learns to write so he can put his feelings for his wife into words—allowing the bond between the two to come through.
Motohiro Hata’s warm vocals and the delicate melody are truly wonderful.
It’s a supreme ballad, overflowing with love.


