[Hidden Gem] Japanese Songs You'll Want to Share with Someone Right Now

Morning of the BeginningOfisharu Higedan Dism

Official HIGE DANDism – Morning of the Beginning [Official Audio]

This is a song that captures the arrival of spring with a refreshing touch.

It portrays the mingled feelings of excitement and anxiety that come with a new life, alongside scenes like the sky visible from a station exit and a tree-lined avenue.

The protagonist strives to move forward while staying true to themselves in a new environment, offering moments anyone can relate to.

The track appears as the first song on the mini-album “Report,” released in April 2017, and is one of the defining works from Official HIGE DANDism’s indie era.

Vocalist Satoshi Fujihara wrote and composed it based on his experience entering high school, crafting a pop-rock number that’s perfect for the start of a new school term or a new chapter in spring.

It’s recommended for those who feel both anticipation and unease before a fresh start, or who want a push as they embark on a new life in spring.

Its brisk rhythm and bright melody line will give you the courage to take that first step forward.

I am today as well.Vaundy

I’m Still Here Today / Vaundy: MUSIC VIDEO

This song brilliantly portrays the inner conflicts and loneliness within the human heart.

Vaundy projected his own experiences into this work, released in February 2020.

It is included on the album “strobo.” The protagonist’s emotions—tossed about by parental expectations and a lover’s words—are expressed through delicate lyrics and melody.

The fusion of expansive musicality and profound lyrics makes it a track that deeply moves many listeners.

It is recommended for those who feel lost in life or want to sort out their feelings.

Be sure to listen to this masterpiece that fully showcases Vaundy’s talent.

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Zenmai

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GREEN APPLE delivers music to listeners across a wide range of genres, from rock to ballads.

Among their many signature songs, a hidden gem is “Zenmai.” Set in a unique world that uses machines and humans as motifs, the story unfolds as it portrays people confronting the anxieties and worries of everyday life, resonating gently alongside the band’s warm, laid-back performance.

The soothing male–female twin vocals by Motoki Omori and former member Ayaka Yamanaka, who handled the drums, tenderly embrace those pent-up emotions and offer comfort.

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miwa 'Soredemo Tada' Music Video

The words woven by miwa gently stir the emotions sleeping deep in the heart and stay close to the listener.

Her clear voice and delicate melodies deepen the world of Nippon TV’s Sunday drama “Alice in the Kitchen,” drawing a huge response from drama fans.

In this song, a warmth that softly wraps chilled hands coexists with a poignant restraint, as if holding back tears about to fall.

The lyrics, which evoke the strength of supporting one another and a tender affection, regard clumsiness and purity as things to be cherished.

This heartfelt message will inspire gratitude for the ordinary days spent with someone dear.

It’s a song you’ll want to listen to alongside the drama.

I’m crazy about youUtada Hikaru

Hikaru Utada “Kimi ni Muchū”

This is a song by Hikaru Utada that portrays the heartache of blind love.

The protagonist’s maddening feelings, swept up in romance, are delicately expressed and resonate deeply.

Its unique world blends club-style beats with elegant sounds, which is a major part of its appeal.

Released in November 2021, it’s a fan favorite.

Highly recommended for anyone feeling the pain and bittersweetness of love—you’ll surely find something to relate to when you listen.

If you haven’t heard it yet, give it a try.

Theory of the Mindful HeartRADWIMPS

RADWIMPS – A Theory of Heart [Official Music Video]

This song intricately portrays the subtleties of deep human relationships.

Released by RADWIMPS in July 2006, it offers a unique perspective on themes like the bond between hearts and the dynamics of self and others.

Included on the album “RADWIMPS 4: Okazu no Gohan,” its powerful words resonate alongside a rock sound.

The music video is also striking: directed by Kanji Suto, it features an innovative technique where scenes from three minutes earlier unfold simultaneously.

The single reached No.

13 on the Oricon Weekly Chart and won an award from Space Shower TV.

It’s highly compelling as a live performance as well—on stage, the band’s energetic playing amplifies the song’s emotional impact.

As a track that stands by those struggling with relationships and trying to move forward, it continues to warm the hearts of many listeners.

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Ikimono-gakari “Someone” (Theme song for ‘A Song of Hope Woven by Newspapers’) | Original Movie

A gentle yet powerful vocal performance that resonates with the heart.

It features warm, hope-themed lyrics and a poppy, approachable melody.

The song carries a message of deep empathy and encouragement for people who, even while bearing loneliness and sorrow, strive to overcome them.

Released in October 2023 as the theme song for the “Weaving Hope Through Newspapers” campaign, it was accompanied by an original short film directed by filmmaker Takayuki Hosonuma, starring Hiroshi Tamura of Kirin and actress Kokona Sumi as a parent and child.

Also included on the album “Maru (○),” this is a perfect track for those looking to get through tough times or to lift someone’s spirits.