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


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