Emotional songs from the Heisei era. Nostalgic tracks that really hit you.
We’re introducing some emo songs from the Heisei era that feel a bit nostalgic and hit you right in the feels!
The word “emo” has gone beyond the realm of music and come to be used for expressing all kinds of emotions.
Since its boom around 2018—right before the Reiwa era—some people might associate emo songs with the chill vibe of that time.
Here, we’ve picked out tracks released during the Heisei era that carry that emo feel.
We’re featuring songs that saw a revival through social media, tunes that bring back youthful memories, and tracks that wrap you in a sentimental mood.
Be sure to find the songs that match your own sense of “emo.”
Playlist
| Emotional songs from the Heisei era. Nostalgic tracks that really hit you. | |||
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| show_chart | Title | Playlist | Review |
| 1east | Sayonara ColorSUPER BUTTER DOG | play_arrow | A Heisei-era classic that portrays new beginnings and farewells... |
| 2east | All of the YouthFujifaburikku | play_arrow | A lyrical story so vivid you can see the scenes unfold… |
| 3east | First LoveUtada Hikaru | play_arrow | Hikaru Utada’s 1st album “Fir… |
| 4north_east | SolaninASIAN KUNG-FU GENERATION | play_arrow | The theme song of the film “Solanin,” based on a popular manga… |
| 5south_east | Summer GateSato Chiaki | play_arrow | Kinoko Teikoku, who announced a hiatus in 2019... |
| 6east | KissORIGINAL LOVE | play_arrow | An ultra-rich love song, ‘Kiss.’ The cur… |
| 7east | Robinsonsupittsu | play_arrow | Spitz’s emo tunes loved by a wide range of generations… |
| 8north_east | Wish feat. YU-A (Foxxi misQ)Dōji-T | play_arrow | Child ... who is active as a hip-hop artist… |
| 9south_east | Love Story Comes SuddenlyOda Kazumasa | play_arrow | Long cherished as a quintessential Heisei-era ballad masterpiece… |
| 10east | Tonight is Boogie BackOzawa Kenji feat. Suchadarapaa | play_arrow | The collaboration between Kenji Ozawa and Scha Dara Parr is abo… |
| 11east | Tokyokururi | play_arrow | Water that evokes the wave of people moving to Tokyo in the early Heisei era... |
| 12east | AliensKirinji | play_arrow | A love that likens two people falling in love to aliens… |
| 13east | 5%kuriipuhaipe | play_arrow | The frustration of not being able to convey my feelings well to the person I like… |
| 14east | See you againSEAMO | play_arrow | The sight of the two parting with smiles is just too heartbreaking! Reviews… |
| 15east | fragileEvery Little Thing | play_arrow | The poignancy of love and the warmth of human relationships |
| 16north_east | See you tomorrow.Every Little Thing | play_arrow | A gentle love song played on an acoustic guitar |
| 17south_east | love letterEvery Little Thing | play_arrow | A timeless masterpiece: a gentle ballad that soothes the heart |
| 18east | Circus NightNanao Tabito | play_arrow | A warm, soft sound that evokes nostalgia... |
| 19east | filmHoshino Gen | play_arrow | A kind of unadorned simplicity that seems to gently snuggle up to you... |
| 20east | Song of LoveEvery Little Thing | play_arrow | A ballad with a gentle melody that resonates in the heart |
| 21east | Seventh Avenue of EmotionsFurawā Kanpanīzu | play_arrow | Since their formation in 1989, not a single disbandment to this day… |
| 22east | Far, far awayMakihara Noriyuki | play_arrow | Gain courage from Noriyuki Makihara's graduation song |
| 23east | Precious thingsroodo obu mejyaa | play_arrow | A classic rock band song that portrays the passion and bonds of youth |
| 24east | Magic of a Summer Nightindigo la End | play_arrow | Also known as a member of Gesu no Kiwami Otome… |
| 25east | I’m glad I met you.Koizumi Kyoko | play_arrow | Kyoko’s Heartwarming Song to Her Father |
| 26east | HIT NUMBER – EVISBEATS and PUNCH REMIXokamoto emi | play_arrow | He is also active as a member of Friends and Kagaku Tokusoutai... |
| 27east | PRIDEImai Miki | play_arrow | Miki Imai’s ballad of love and independence |
| 28east | LOOPSIRUP | play_arrow | The singer gaining attention with a number of sophisticated tracks… |
| 29east | A Lonely ToothbrushSakuraba Yuuichirou | play_arrow | Tomoya Nagase’s poignant heartbreak song: feelings imbued in a toothbrush |
| 30east | No way to sayHamasaki Ayumi | play_arrow | Ayumi Hamasaki’s 31st single |
| 31east | Nagisasupittsu | play_arrow | A poignant classic that colors the end of summer |
| 32east | DearestHamasaki Ayumi | play_arrow | The appeal of Ayumi Hamasaki’s classic song “Seasons” |
| 33east | Night of Osmanthuskinoko teikoku | play_arrow | The poignant autumn song by Kinoko Teikoku resonates in the heart. |
| 34east | SAKURA DropsUtada Hikaru | play_arrow | Hikaru Utada “Sakura Drops” |
| 35east | Blue BenchSasuke | play_arrow | A moving work about heartbreak and songs of memories, touching generations |
| 36east | If you are with meKahara Tomomi | play_arrow | Tomomi Kahala’s moving ballad: the presence of someone precious |
| 37east | Baby, I love youTEE | play_arrow | A sincere love song, a heart-touching ballad |
| 38east | Heroineback number | play_arrow | A bittersweet winter romance that portrays the sorrow of unrequited love |
| 39east | March 9Remioromen | play_arrow | A graduation song beloved by the Yutori generation |
| 40east | budKobukuro | play_arrow | A song of feelings for a precious person and hope for the future |
| 41east | Chronostasiskinoko teikoku | play_arrow | A heartwarming song for lovers walking through the city at night |
| 42east | Happy endingOhtaki Eiichi | play_arrow | Eiichi Ohtaki’s first love song in 12 years. A major hit with 970,000 copies sold. |
| 43east | cherry blossomKetsumeishi | play_arrow | A poignant masterpiece themed around cherry blossoms, depicting memory and a sense of loss |
| 44east | When you’re by my sideKahara Tomomi | play_arrow | A grand love ballad, a song of gratitude and love |
| 45east | KanadeSukima Suichi | play_arrow | Sukima Switch’s poignant signature ballad |
| 46north_east | Blown by the windElefanto Kashimashi | play_arrow | A classic song depicting a youthful farewell and a new journey |
| 47north_east | The summer you gave meieiri reo | play_arrow | A wistful summer love song: Lea Ieiri's timeless masterpiece that resonates with the heart |
| 48north_east | I’ll be by your side.Aoyama Teruma ft. SoulJa | play_arrow | A classic by Thelma Aoyama that captures the loneliness of a long-distance relationship. |
| 49south_east | Night Sky (feat. HAZZY)miwa | play_arrow | A poignant collaborative ballad of love and farewell |
| 50east | Feel My HeartEvery Little Thing | play_arrow | A song that gives you the courage to live honestly |
| 51east | cherrysupittsu | play_arrow | The charm of iconic songs that color Spitz's youth |
| 52east | cream sodaSUPERCAR | play_arrow | Feelings wavering between youth and reality |
| 53east | NonfictionHirai Ken | play_arrow | A moving ballad born from a friend's death |
| 54east | Swaying FeelingsZARD | play_arrow | “Don’t Give Up” is a classic of youth, resonating in the heart |
| 55east | I want to hug you.Mr.Children | play_arrow | A gem-like love ballad by Mr.Children |
| 56east | Letter to TomorrowTeshima Aoi | play_arrow | A gentle ballad that evokes Aoi Teshima’s hometown |
| 57east | To the futureKiroro | play_arrow | A moving song depicting the love and hope of a mother and child |


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