Relaxing songs recommended for women
Women are creatures with many worries.
Statistics also show that women are more likely to experience stress than men.
This time, we’ve selected some soothing Japanese songs especially for women.
When you’re going through tough times or feeling troubled, listen to these songs and let them heal you.
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Healing songs recommended for women (31–40)
Cinematic RomanceMizuni Ukikusa
Mizuniukikusa is a band that’s gained popularity for its nostalgic style.
Their music features dreamy melodies with a distinctly Japanese feel, and their unparalleled sound has earned them a strong following among die-hard band enthusiasts.
Among their songs, my top recommendation is Cinematic Romance.
Rooted in Showa-era pop, it frequently features smooth mid-to-low vocal parts that are especially friendly for lower-voiced female singers.
Be sure to add it to your repertoire.
AriaAina ji Endo
This is the song released by AiNA THE END as the theme for the NTV Saturday drama “Why Am I the One Giving Divine Sermons?” It’s a mid-tempo ballad co-produced with music producer Shin Sakiura.
With its airy sound and gentle melody line, the lyrics invite deep reflection on one’s way of living and relationships with others.
It’s a warm track that speaks to those searching for their true selves or struggling with connections to others.
SisterWON
An emotional work distinguished by delicate emotional expression and a powerful melody.
This song was selected as the ending theme for the anime “The Saint Deemed Too Perfect and Unadorable Was Jilted and Sold to a Neighboring Kingdom,” and was released in April 2025.
Created in collaboration with music producer TAKU INOUE, it weaves a heartrending story with WON’s transparent, airy vocals.
It’s a track that will resonate deeply when you’re struggling with love or relationships.
nape (of the neck)aiko
Eriashi is Aiko’s 14th single, and with this song she made her second appearance on NHK’s Kōhaku Uta Gassen.
It’s a song about a woman after a breakup, so it can really make you cry when you’re feeling down about love.
Aiko’s voice has a very clear, transparent quality, making the track soothing to listen to.
A Naked Heartaimyon
This song is striking for its honest emotional shifts.
Released in June 2020 as Aimyon’s 10th single, it was created as the theme song for the TBS drama “My Housekeeper Nagisa-san.” Its gentle melody, centered on piano and melodica, closely accompanies the protagonist’s feelings as they face their own heart.
The track portrays a down-to-earth struggle with self-esteem through love, and its unadorned lyrics have resonated with many listeners.
While expressing anxiety and inner conflict in romance, it also carries a resolve to move forward, making it a perfect pick for stress-relieving karaoke time.
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Heartbreaker (I fell in love with a cowgirl)Hirai Dai
A gem of a love song by Dai Hirai that paints uncontrollable infatuation and aching longing with a sound that skillfully weaves in elements of country music.
It sings of a man’s pure feelings for a free-spirited, cowgirl-like woman, set to a refreshing beach sound.
Released in April 2025, the piece conveys the bittersweetness of love through a gentle narrative tone and a pleasant melodic line.
Created as the first installment of a series leading up to “HIRAIDAI presents THE BEACH TRIP 2025,” which kicks off in May, it’s a perfect fit for open-air moments like seaside drives or BBQs under clear blue skies.
A soul-stirring ballad that deeply resonates with those nursing heartbreak or struggling with single-minded love.
energy flowSakamoto Ryuichi
This is a masterpiece whose delicate, translucent piano tones gently soothe the heart.
The clear, pristine melody played by Ryuichi Sakamoto tenderly accompanies the listener, like a breeze rippling across the surface of water.
Released in May 1999 as a theme for a Daiichi Sankyo pharmaceutical commercial, this piece achieved the remarkable feat of becoming the first instrumental work to top the Oricon Weekly Singles Chart, its simple yet deeply expressive sound resonating with many.
Its pleasant sense of weightlessness offers a moment of peace from a busy day, aids concentration, and provides a serene companion for quiet reading—creating a truly healing experience.