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 (41–50)
Scooping up blueatarayo
A refreshing song that evokes a vivid page of youth—blue skies, gentle spring breezes, and a sparkling sun.
Atarayo’s delicate lyrics and a melody that brings back glittering youthful days resonate deeply.
Released in May 2022, the track was also used as the theme song for Nippon TV’s program “Zeroichi.” It quietly sings of attachment to things we don’t want to lose, and the strength to move forward nonetheless.
It’s perfect for the season when anxiety and anticipation mingle just before stepping into a new environment.
As you face parting with friends, why not listen while reflecting on the memories you’ve shared?
Tearjerker songs recommended for high school students: Classic and popular Japanese tracks (51–60)
Dear Sir or Madam, on this day when cherry blossoms fluttermafumafu
A heartwarming coming-of-age story by Mafumafu that vividly captures the emotion of spring as cherry blossoms dance in the air.
The song’s structure is striking, beginning with gentle piano melodies and unfolding into an exhilarating, fast-paced rhythm.
It delicately weaves universal themes of school-day memories, friendship, and farewells, highlighted by a warm vocal delivery that feels close to the listener’s heart.
Included on the album “Kagurairo Artifact,” released in October 2019, it was also used as the theme song for the website Shonen Janmaga Gakuen.
It’s a track to listen to when you want to feel the tender memories of student days, the arrival of spring, or when you’re going through a parting from someone important.
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How about a wonderfully refreshing band sound? This song was released in 2016 as Spitz’s 41st single.
The lyrics depict someone singing at a port while remembering a former lover, and they’re truly heart-wrenching.
Rather than tears of sorrow, it feels like tears that bring a sense of release come flowing out.
It’s already Sunday outside the window.Kyūshūdan
It’s a bittersweet yet warm love song that portrays a couple’s journey from meeting to parting.
The track is by Kusuo, a singer-songwriter from Nagasaki Prefecture.
It’s included on his third album, “1/f,” released in 2014.
It feels like reading a tear-jerking novel.
Want You BackKato Miria
This is a song by Miliyah Kato, a singer-songwriter from Toyota City in Aichi Prefecture.
It’s included on her eighth album, LIBERTY, released in 2016.
Its powerful yet heartrending vocals and melody can move you to tears.
Recommended for those who want to cut ties with lingering feelings for an ex.
Words of FarewellŌhashi Torio
Kazoku Kain-tai’s classic graduation song “Okuru Kotoba” is covered by Chiba-born singer-songwriter Ohashi Trio.
It’s included on his 2010 cover album “FAKE BOOK.” Unlike the original, this version has a jazzy, stylish vibe that feels just right.
A Bouquet for YouUtada Hikaru
This is a song by singer-songwriter Hikaru Utada that became a huge hit as the theme song for the NHK morning drama series “Toto Nee-chan.” It was released in 2016 as her fourth digital single.
Her clear, transparent vocals gently seep into the heart.
The slightly mature worldview is lovely, isn’t it?