[Love Songs] Carefully selected Japanese tracks that comfort feelings of anxiety!

strawberryBUMP OF CHICKEN

BUMP OF CHICKEN「strawberry」

A song by BUMP OF CHICKEN that wraps anxious feelings about love in a gentle warmth.

It was released in July 2024 as the theme song for the drama “Mr.

Saionji Doesn’t Do Housework.” The lyrics empathetically reflect the emotions of characters grappling with complex themes like family and happiness.

The recurring words imbued with the desire to “connect with someone” are also striking.

How about listening to this track as you reconsider your feelings for someone important to you?

MetronomeYonezu Kenshi

Kenshi Yonezu – Metronome

Haven’t you ever felt a slight mismatch over the smallest things while living with someone you love? “Metronome” is a mid-tempo ballad that captures the subtle movements of the human heart.

Its hip-hop-style track and melodic sound are addictive.

The arrangement, tinged with a certain ennui, conveys the bittersweetness of love.

You can also enjoy his distinctive flow.

People all have different personalities, and sometimes distance grows without us noticing.

Even so, this gentle song makes you want to stay by the side of someone important to you.

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Fujii Kaze – Garden (Not a MV)

This song portrays the growth of the heart through the changing seasons.

With the arrival of spring, it falls in love; under the summer sun, it nurtures that love; in autumn, it savors the harvest; and in winter, it keeps looking forward without yielding to the harshness.

It sings of life’s joys and sorrows, of meetings and farewells, carried by a gently embracing melody.

Featured on the album “LOVE ALL SERVE ALL” and selected as the commercial song for the premium home-care brand “Laundrin,” this piece is one that will quietly give you a push forward—especially when you’re feeling uneasy yet still want to keep moving ahead.

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Cell - Sato. [Music Video]

This work by singer-songwriter Sato draws on the curious fact that the human body completely renews itself every few years.

Its message—like reexamining oneself in a changing city—is delicately woven together with the sound of an acoustic guitar.

Released in July 2024, it marked the finale of a seven-month run of consecutive releases.

It’s also included on the album “Like a Newborn’s Cry.” Sato is a rising figure known for the hit song “3%” and the anime theme “Rourou.” When you’re unsettled by changes in your environment or unsure of who you are, listening might just lighten your heart.

How about lending an ear alone on a quiet night?

Only a single voicerokudenashi

Rokudenashi “Just One Voice” / Rokudenashi – One Voice [Official Music Video]

This song portrays the difficulty of living and the pain of being unable to express emotions.

The image of hiding yourself as you laugh and cry, as if embracing the night, is striking.

I want to be able to accept that it’s okay to leave certain things unsaid—maybe then life would feel a little easier.

Those complicated feelings come through clearly.

Released in December 2021, the track received a huge response, with over 55 million streams on Spotify.

It’s a song I especially want people to hear if they’re struggling to honestly convey their feelings.

I hope this song stays close to your anxieties and brings you comfort.

LazuliMONGOL800×WANIMA

MONGOL800 × WANIMA “Lazuli” OFFICIAL MUSIC VIDEO

A song performed by MONGOL800 and WANIMA with the theme of Okinawa’s nature and culture.

It’s included on Aiyaa 2, released in September 2024.

With the comforting sound of the sanshin, it features vivid imagery that makes Okinawa’s landscapes come to life.

It carries messages such as “unchanging love” and “wishes that transcend time,” delivering warmth and hope to listeners.

The piece was reportedly created with the intention of restoring bonds through music during the pandemic, a time when people grew distant.

Its lyrics, which give courage to face forward even in difficult situations, will remind you of the ties you share with a lover or someone dear.

I miss youAdo

I Miss You by Ado

Ado’s poignant song reaches out to those struggling with long-distance love and missed connections.

It’s striking how the overflowing “I want to see you” feeling is expressed using mathematical imagery.

Released as a digital single in August 2021 and featured as an insert song in the film Kaguya-sama: Love Is War, this track is recommended for anyone who’s scared to confess but wants to take a step forward.

You’ll surely relate to the love portrayed through Ado’s overwhelming vocal prowess.

It’s a song that makes you want to be brave and put your feelings into words.