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[For Women] A Song to Gift Your Dear Friend | A Curated Selection of Heart‑Touching Friendship Songs!

Introducing touching friendship songs perfect to give to the women in your life.

Crying together, laughing together… whether times were fun or tough, every moment you shared is a treasure!

You must have a dear friend who makes you feel that way.

In this article, we’ve gathered songs themed around that irreplaceable “friendship,” as well as moving tracks you’ll want to dedicate to a close female friend.

“Because you were there, I could keep going.” “Let’s stay friends forever.”

If you want to convey those straightforward feelings that are hard to put into words, be sure to check out this article!

[For Women] Songs to Give to a Dear Friend | A Curated Selection of Moving Friendship Songs (91–100)

Always with youshino

This is a song by Shino, a singer-songwriter from Hokkaido.

Its warm piano tones and straightforward vocals are striking, and it has the power to soothe a tired heart.

The lyrics express moving gratitude to a friend—“Because you were there, I am who I am today.” Surely you, too, have someone that important in your life.

Please listen while thinking of that person.

By the time the song ends, you’ll likely want to give “Itsudemo Kimi to” to them.

Tears Surprise!AKB48

[MV full] Namida Surprise! / AKB48 [Official]
Tears Surprise!AKB48

AKB48 is an indispensable presence when talking about Japan’s idol scene.

As a national idol group, they’re loved by people of all ages.

Among their songs, the one you’ll want to give to a close female friend is Tearful Surprise! released in 2009.

Its funky beat evokes a disco sound, leaving a strong impression.

The melody line feels both nostalgic and fresh, with a bright, celebratory flair.

Send it along with your gratitude to the friend who has shared both smiles and tears with you.

And not just for birthdays—plan a surprise to deepen your friendship!

[For Women] Songs to Give to a Dear Friend | A Curated Selection of Moving Friendship Songs! (101–110)

friendNMB48

Friends / NMB48 Nana Yamada, Sayaka Yamamoto
friendNMB48

You know that feeling when you think, “With this person, I can keep walking together from here on”? Whether it’s because you’re alike or share the same hobbies, this is a gentle song about friends who can understand anything about each other.

“Tomodachi” (Friends) was released as a coupling track to “Rashikunai” by NMB48, an idol group active mainly in the Kinki region, on November 5, 2014.

Wouldn’t it be lovely to deepen your bond by singing this song as a duet at karaoke, so you can stay friends forever?

Angel’s RestHisamatsu Fumina

Angel's Rest — Fumina Hisamatsu — PV
Angel’s RestHisamatsu Fumina

It was released in 1992 as Fumina Hisamatsu’s fifth single.

Chosen as the theme song for the drama “I Want to Be Beautiful,” it became her biggest hit.

Even if it’s been a while since you last met, there are some embarrassing things you can’t tell anyone else—but you can talk about anything with a friend, right? It’s a song that conveys a cheerful, upbeat mood unique to women.

Friends!Tamaki Nami

Released in 2009 as Nami Tamaki’s 17th single.

Chosen as the CM song for Dariya’s “Palty,” it’s an uplifting track that encourages a friend crying over a breakup.

The lyrics overflow with a reassuring message: “You’ll be okay because I’m here!” It’s a song that highlights the importance of friends who can share your tears and pain, and it’s saved by its positivity.

THE GIFTHirai Dai

Dai Hirai / THE GIFT (Music Video)
THE GIFTHirai Dai

Under the moonlight, a heartwarming song by Dai Hirai that celebrates the bonds with cherished people.

It sings of friends who gently nudge you forward like a soft breeze, and the beauty of fate shining under the same sky.

Included on the album THE GIFT, released in July 2019, this piece was also used as the theme song for the animated film Doraemon: Nobita’s Chronicle of the Moon Exploration.

It’s a song you’ll want to listen to when looking back on memories with friends or thinking of companions who are far away.

Packed with gratitude for encounters and the wonder of friendship, it’s a gift from Dai Hirai.

Best friendSegawa Ayaka

Ayaka Segawa “Best Friend” October 6, Roppongi morph-tokyo
Best friendSegawa Ayaka

Ayaka Segawa, who hails from Hokkaido and made her major debut in 2016, is a slightly unconventional singer.

She also works as a nurse, balancing that with her music career.

This song features refreshing acoustic guitar tones and conveys the genuine feelings of a woman.

Its message of gratitude to friends who support us in various moments—and the desire to support them in the same way—really resonates.

It’s the perfect song to dedicate to a friend!