Music has a mysterious power—it heals the heart, gives us a gentle push forward, and stays by our side in life’s important moments, doesn’t it? This time, we’re introducing stylish, moving songs whose refined lyrics and melodies resonate deeply.
We’ve picked a variety of tracks across genres and eras.
These wonderful songs that add color to everyday life are sure to bring a fresh breeze your way.
Be sure to read to the end and find a new favorite track!
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A collection of stylish Japanese songs that resonate deeply with the heart: Selections 1–10
globeYonezu Kenshi
Released in July 2023, the 14th single “Spinning Globe” was written as the theme song for Studio Ghibli’s film “The Boy and the Heron.” It sings of the journey that continues from the beginning of life, and the preciousness of moving toward the future while experiencing repeated meetings and farewells.
The song took four years to create and was reportedly made as a “return gift” for what was received from director Hayao Miyazaki.
With its grand arrangement and vocals that convey strength within gentleness, it’s an emotional number that stirs the heart.
The Day of Beginningsiri
iri, known for her cool sound rooted in alternative R&B and hip-hop, is a popular artist.
The title track of her EP released in March 2021, “Hajimari no Hi” (“The Day It Begins”), is a moving mid-tempo number that deeply resonates with the season of farewells and new encounters.
The song is also known for being selected as J-WAVE’s spring project song.
While carrying the sense of loss that comes with parting from someone important, it embraces the beginning of a new season that arrives nonetheless.
iri’s husky, warm vocals wrap these bittersweet yet hope-filled emotions.
It’s a wonderful track that will stay close to your everyday life!
Love SongUru
This work is a warm medium-tempo number that depicts love gradually taking on color.
Released in August 2021 as the 11th single, it was chosen as the theme song for the drama “My Beloved Prince.” The lyrics, which hide love behind words of denial, are moving.
The light, airy piano tone seems to reflect the feeling of trying to take a step forward despite hesitation.
It’s a cheering song that gently gives you a push when you can’t be honest about your feelings.
Embraced by the windTeshima Aoi
Many people find that Aoi Teshima’s whisper-soft singing voice alone soothes the heart.
This track’s warm, classically tinged melody—woven from piano and strings—gently wraps around the listener.
And the lyrics’ determination to face forward despite inner conflict will surely resonate with many.
Scheduled for release in July 2025, it was originally a commercial song, and because its worldview aligned with the film “The Town with Storehouses,” it was also chosen as the theme song.
It’s a piece that lightens the heart when you’re feeling lost.
Beautiful worldAimer
When I listen to this track, I’m captivated by the sheer beauty of the voice’s resonance.
Recorded with the intention of conveying emotion through timbre before words, the piece stands out for its crystalline, transparent sound.
The lyrics, which begin with the image of a gentle rain, depict small lights and hopes found in everyday life, quietly nestling close to the listener’s heart.
Chosen as the corporate CM song for Idemitsu Kosan airing from November 2024, it was included on and released as the single “SCOPE” in February 2025.
Give it a listen when you want to rediscover the beauty of the world.
PasswordAina ji Endo
This is a track released by Aina The End in October 2023.
The song is a heartrending yet grand ballad chosen as the ending theme for the TV anime The Apothecary Diaries.
Written and composed by Huwie Ishizaki, it voices a pure prayer yearning for warmth.
The lyrics, which mirror the subtle emotions of the anime’s protagonist, resonate deeply through Aina The End’s husky, emotive vocals.
Also included on the album RUBY POP, this piece is sure to gently stay by your side on nights when your heart is in turmoil.
hundreds of millions of light-yearsOmoinotake
It’s a grand love song by Omoinotake.
Sparkling piano melodies and soaring vocals sing of a love that transcends distances and time beyond imagination.
The lyrics portray unwavering affection for someone you can no longer meet, and a resolve to live on while carrying the words left unspoken—listening to it fills your heart to the brim.
Released in February 2024, the song drew major attention as the theme for the drama “Eye Love You.” When you feel the ache of distance from someone dear, this track is sure to stay close to your heart.