Tear-jerking songs recommended for high school students: classic and popular Japanese hits
I think there are many kinds of tear-jerking songs—love songs, songs about dreams, songs about friends and family, and more.
I’ve gathered songs you’ve probably heard at least once, so if you listen while taking a close look at the lyrics, some of them might even make you cry!
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Tearjerker songs recommended for high school students: Classic and popular Japanese tracks (21–30)
Dinner Songtuki.
Woven into song with the ache of bittersweet love, tuki.’s music resonates across genders and generations.
This work carefully portrays the inner conflicts born from repeated partings and renewals with a loved one, gently expressing affection and gratitude toward the other person.
Released in September 2023, it also drew attention with an acoustic version featuring Yuuri in December of the same year.
The stirring vocals and melody are perfect for karaoke; performing it at school festivals or gatherings with friends—any moment when you want to share feelings—will surely strike a deep chord with listeners.
Its warm atmosphere and clear, transparent vocal quality will gently envelop the room.
That’s all there is to it.Marushii
“Tada Sore Dake no Koto ga sa” portrays a moment overflowing with love for someone precious who can no longer be by your side.
It was released in 2023 by the rock band Marcy, known for their many romance-themed songs.
The lyrics, centered on lingering feelings that make you keep thinking about your ex even after a breakup, intertwine with a warm melody.
As the distance grows between two people who once loved each other more than anyone else, the bittersweet scenes of past conversations surfacing in their minds are sure to bring tears.
It’s a song whose heartfelt message to a beloved person—impossible to forget even when apart—resonates deeply.
powder snowRemioromen
The high-tone vocals in the chorus are wonderful.
It’s a song by Remioromen, a three-piece rock band from Yamanashi Prefecture.
It was released in 2005 as their eighth single.
It was used as an insert song in the drama “1 Litre of Tears” and became a big hit.
It’s a classic you’ll want to listen to while walking on snowy roads.
Blink of YouthShiina Ringo
This is a song by Ringo Sheena, who has produced numerous masterpieces both as a solo artist and as the vocalist of the band Tokyo Jihen.
It’s included on her 2014 self-cover album “Gyakuyunyuu: Kouwankyoku.” Just listening to her chorus vocals, soaring straight ahead, is enough to bring me to tears.
Heroineback number
It’s a love song that portrays the ache of unrequited feelings.
A track by back number, it delicately captures winter scenery and the poignancy of a one-sided crush.
Released in January 2015, it was featured as the campaign song for JR East’s “JR SKISKI.” Together with a commercial starring Suzu Hirose, it drew wide attention and resonated with many people.
The lyrics convey a warmth of the heart amid winter’s cold, paired with a gently soothing melody.
This piece will likely evoke empathy as a song that stands by the hearts of high school students struggling with love.
It’s a heartwarming track you’ll want to listen to in the winter season.
hana cherieNissy(Nishijima Takahiro)
This is a song by Nissy, the solo project of Takahiro Nishijima, who serves as the main vocalist of AAA.
It was released in 2017 as his seventh single.
The lyrics, filled with a message to someone precious, are deeply moving.
His soft singing voice is captivating.
The song was used as the theme for Shiseido MaCherie’s web special movie.
Your SongYasuda Rei
Her clear, gentle voice is deeply moving.
This song is by Rei Yasuda, a singer who is also active as a fashion model.
It was released in 2017 as her ninth single.
The lyrics express feelings for a loved one far away.
It was used as the ending theme for the anime Natsume’s Book of Friends Roku.