[Love Songs] Carefully selected Japanese tracks that comfort feelings of anxiety!
Even when you know there’s no point in overthinking, you can still feel anxious, right?
Especially in love, there are so many things to worry about—like not knowing how the other person feels, or wondering if they might be cheating.
In this article, we’ve gathered love songs that empathize with those emotions.
Let yourself cry to tracks that mirror your state of mind, or take a bold new step with songs that give you courage!
With the power of music, may your life from tomorrow on feel a little more comfortable.
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[Love Songs] Carefully Selected Japanese Tracks That Soothe Anxiety (61–70)
Dear…Nishino Kana
This is a song by Kana Nishino that conveys the pain of bittersweet affection and unrequited love.
The melancholic piano sound evokes the feeling of softly murmuring one’s sorrow, and the expansive development of the music strikingly expresses emotions overflowing.
The lyrics, which capture the inner movements of the heart when burdened with feelings that won’t reach their destination or love that cannot be fulfilled, further emphasize the poignancy.
By also depicting the ideal of “what if these feelings had reached you,” the song renders the suffering even more vividly.
Hide-and-seekYuuri
A poignant ballad that likens a breakup with a live-in lover to the children’s game of hide-and-seek.
Through images of a tumbler left behind and a messy room, it vividly portrays a man’s heart steeped in emptiness and loneliness.
Yuuri’s delicate vocals, paired with a simple, guitar-centered arrangement, superbly convey the pain of heartbreak.
Released in December 2019, the recording was supervised by Hiro of MY FIRST STORY.
The music video, directed by Elizabeth Miyaji and featuring actress Yuu Kinoyama, further deepens the work’s world.
It is a gem of a love song that closely resonates with those who have just experienced a breakup or who still harbor longing for someone dear.
more than anyoneBE:FIRST
A heartfelt ballad that tenderly follows the contours of the soul, portraying a straight, unwavering love for someone dear.
This track stands out for BE:FIRST’s finely nuanced emotional expression and the harmony woven by all the members.
The lyrics were co-written by RYOKI, who also stars in the film, and producer SKY-HI.
Commissioned as the theme song for the film “Hold Me Tighter Than Anyone” (releasing in February 2025), it reflects the complex inner world of a protagonist living with obsessive-compulsive disorder.
Included on BE:FIRST’s single “Spacecraft / Sailing,” the song offers sincere empathy and encouragement to all who carry thoughts of a loved one in their hearts as they move through life.
Ingot of Pure Lovetuki.
It’s an ambitious track that confronts the essence of love head-on and expresses the depth of romance.
Featured on tuki.’s album “15,” released in January 2025, the song makes a striking impression by likening the purity and weight of love to a refined block of metal.
It also marks their first attempt at a rap section, deftly portraying the interplay of chance and fate in relationships and the swell of emotion.
“15” is a bold project centered on songs written before turning fifteen, and it has drawn wide attention, including an appearance on NHK’s Kōhaku Uta Gassen.
This track is perfect for anyone who wants to feel the joy and poignancy of pure love, and for those who want to reflect on the true nature of romance.
Sounds good.Ide Ayaka
This is a gently toned song by singer-songwriter Ayaka Ide that expresses the feeling of being in love.
While it features a strong rhythm with an R&B sensibility, the overall sound has a floating, airy quality that leaves a strong impression.
The title, which conveys a light, affirmative will, is another key point—it evokes an image of quietly facing one’s own heart.
It’s a track that encourages a calm, forward-looking mindset, telling us not to be swayed by our surroundings and to cherish the present—even if things feel uncertain.
SWEET NONFICTIONNiziU
The song by NiziU has been drawing attention as a track that gently supports feelings of anxiety in love.
Released in March 2024 as the theme song for the film “My Boyfriend in Orange: Ellie in Love Sickness” (Koiwazurai no Ellie), it delicately portrays the emotions of a high school girl timid about love, expressing the feelings of young people swaying between ideals and reality.
It’s recommended not only for those troubled by romance, but also for anyone who lacks confidence and can’t take the first step.
This heartwarming love song, packed with NiziU’s charm, is sure to give you the courage to fall in love.
WINDING ROADAyaka × Kobukuro
This song was created through a three-way collaboration between Ayaka and Kobukuro, who are on the same record label, after they performed together on the music program “Music Fair.” The three vocalists, all with powerful voices, deliver an incredibly impactful performance that lifts your spirits and pushes you forward.
It’s a positive track that will blow away the worries not only of those struggling with love, but also of anyone thinking about taking on a new challenge.