Recommended for women! Japanese wedding songs—perfect for ceremony BGM and reception entertainment.

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Recommended for women! Introducing Japanese wedding songs.

At weddings, music is used to enhance various moments.

These days, it’s also common to see performances like dancing, singing, or acoustic sets as part of the entertainment, so weddings and music are inseparable.

With that in mind, we’ve gathered recommended tracks for brides-to-be and for women planning to perform at a wedding.

Most are moving, tender songs that might bring tears, but there are also upbeat dance numbers you can happily groove to!

Please use this as a resource when you’re unsure what to choose.

Recommended for women! Japanese wedding songs. Perfect for ceremony BGM and performances (31–40)

A day that’s happy and lonelyTakeuchi Mariya

Mariya Takeuchi – A Day So Happy It Makes Me Lonely (Official Music Video)

A day that’s happy and lonelyTakeuchi Mariya

It’s a moving ballad told from a mother’s perspective, celebrating her beloved child’s marriage.

The lyrics portray the complex feelings of a parent—the joy of watching a child leave the nest mixed with a touch of loneliness—tightening the heart.

The song was produced in May 2008 as a collaborative commercial track for P&G’s Pantene and Zexy, and it was also included on the acclaimed album “Expressions.” It even achieved the remarkable feat of entering the singles Top 10 at the age of 53 years and 2 months.

Listening to this piece on the special day of a family’s new beginning may bring back memories of the irreplaceable days you’ve spent together and make you want to express your gratitude.

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TO BEHamasaki Ayumi

Ayumi Hamasaki / TO BE (Short Ver.)

TO BEHamasaki Ayumi

It was released in 1999 as Ayumi Hamasaki’s eighth single.

The song was used in a Japan Tobacco “Momo no Tennen-sui” commercial, and its title was taken from the famous line “To be or not to be” in Shakespeare’s Hamlet.

It is a grand, moving love ballad.

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Heart KnotYuuma

Yuma “Heart Knot” Official Music Video

Heart KnotYuuma

This is a warm ballad by Yuma, written to celebrate the departure into a new chapter of a dear person.

Released in July 2025, it carries a special backstory: it was created as a wedding gift for his own manager.

The song gently weaves pure gratitude and blessings for the future.

The calm tones of piano and acoustic guitar further highlight its straightforward message.

If you listen when you want to express appreciation to a friend or partner, it’s sure to warm your heart.

Highly recommended if you’re looking for a wedding song!

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Sleepysawada sorari

Kari Sawada “O-Nemi” Music Video

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A song created for a childhood friend’s wedding.

Set to a warm, ballad-like sound, it weaves feelings of love and gratitude found in everyday life.

Its message of cherishing small joys and special moments really resonates.

Kuukairi Sawada’s richly expressive vocals are also captivating.

Released in June 2024, this piece is said to feature the bride herself, making it even more moving.

It’s the perfect song for when you want to feel the bond with someone dear.

Highly recommended as wedding BGM or for a performance.

Take your time and listen closely.

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Wherever you areONE OK ROCK

[Japanese title] 和訳：Wherever you are – ONE OK ROCK[English translation] Japanese-to-English note: "和訳" means "Japanese translation (into Japanese)." The phrase provided is actually an English song title with a Japanese note. A natural English rendering would be: "Japanese Translation: 'Wherever you are' – ONE OK ROCK"

Wherever you areONE OK ROCK

Beginning with a gentle, whisper-like vocal, this song weaves a love story that anyone can relate to.

Featured on the album “Niche Syndrome,” it interlaces English and Japanese to vow eternal love, resonating deeply with listeners.

Chosen as an NTT Docomo commercial song in 2015, it became beloved by even more people.

Infused with ONE OK ROCK’s sincere feelings, this track is perfect for expressing your emotions to someone special or as wedding BGM.

If you’re thinking about proposing, be sure to give it a listen.

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Recommended for women! Japanese wedding songs: BGM and entertainment for wedding ceremonies (41–50)

I’ll be by your side.Uru

[Official] Uru 'I'll Be By Your Side'

I'll be by your side.Uru

Uru’s “Soba ni Iru yo” is a sweet and bittersweet love song that’s perfect both as wedding BGM and as a performance piece.

Its lyric, overflowing with gentleness, reminds you of how precious you are to each other.

Uru’s uniquely transparent, luminous voice touches the hearts of the bride and groom and gently embraces every listener.

Creating a moving yet warm atmosphere, this song is sure to shine in a variety of wedding scenes.

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If I Fall in LoveCrystal Kay

Crystal Kay - If I Fall in Love (PV)

If I Fall in LoveCrystal Kay

Released in 2005 as Crystal Kay’s 17th single, it was chosen as the theme song for the Fuji TV drama “Koi ni Ochitara: Boku no Seikou no Himitsu” (When I Fall in Love: The Secret of My Success) and became her biggest hit.

It’s a feel-good song that expresses gratitude for meeting him and the joy of falling in love.

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