Love songs about romance sung by female Japanese artists. Popular love songs.
We’ve gathered a collection of Japanese love songs sung by female artists!
When you fall in love, you just feel like listening to love songs, don’t you?
I think many of us can’t help but think “I feel that!” when we hear a song that perfectly matches our situation.
In this article, we’ve selected love songs told from a variety of perspectives, exclusively by female artists.
From recent staple love songs to long-beloved hits and tracks tied to TV dramas, it’s packed with wonderful love songs!
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Love songs about romance sung by female Japanese artists. Popular love songs (121–130)
Spring Notesmiwa
A refreshing song that’s drawing attention as perfect for summer is “Haruno Oto.” It’s a track singer-songwriter miwa wrote specifically as the ending theme for the anime MIX MEISEI STORY: The Second Summer, Beyond the Sky.
The lyrics capture the subtle relationship between the protagonist and heroine, as well as the uniquely student-like anxiety about the future.
Combined with miwa’s beautiful high notes, it comes together as a cool, refreshing mid-tempo ballad.
The Story You Don’t Knowsupercell
This is “The Story You Don’t Know,” supercell’s major-label debut single, which was used as the ending theme for the anime Bakemonogatari.
The song is very romantic, featuring lots of references to the word “star” and various constellations.
Its sparkling piano lines flow over a driving melody, creating a beautiful sound.
The lyrics vividly express the feeling of sensing one’s hidden feelings for someone by looking at the constellations together, and the song itself feels like one big, shining star.
seesawtuki.
A delicate love song that projects the subtleties of romance and the heart’s fluctuations onto a seesaw.
Included on the album “15,” the track was released in January 2025, with the music video following in February.
With sharp sensitivity, tuki.
expresses the nuanced sense of distance between two people in love.
The frustration conveyed through the lyrics tightens your chest.
I imagine many teenagers can relate to these feelings.
Flower of loveaimyon
Singer-songwriter Aimyon, who has garnered support from a wide audience for her nostalgic acoustic sound.
Her 14th single, “Ai no Hana,” written as the theme song for the NHK morning drama series Ranman, features a pleasant blend of a pop melody and a triple-time rhythm.
The delicate ensemble centered on acoustic guitar seems to perfectly capture the freshness of morning.
It’s an emotional pop tune whose gentle sound soothes the heart.
Leading someone on is a serious offense!arekunn
This song is a love ballad that portrays a woman’s feelings as she falls for a man who gives her mixed signals.
It’s sung by Arekun, known for hits like “Baka.” and “You Made Me Fall for You.” Beyond the straightforward cry of the heart—“Please fall in love with me!!”—many listeners will relate to the lyric that echoes the title: “Mixed signals are a crime!!” If you’re currently nursing a crush, especially on someone who keeps sending mixed signals, this is a must-listen.
Sunflowerchanmina
Chanmina is a rapper whose appeal lies in her powerful, emotional, and aggressively charismatic presence.
Her 2023 release “Sunflower” is a track that portrays the struggle of a strong-willed woman trying to brush off a breakup in true Chanmina fashion.
The lyrics vividly express the pain of living without him while telling herself she’s totally fine, and they pierce the heart when you listen to them after a heartbreak.
If you ever need a good cry after a breakup, be sure to take your time with this song.
ilymaruri
Maruri, who made her solo and major-label debut in 2022, created the song “ily” under the production of singer-songwriter MINMI.
It’s a summery love song that candidly expresses the desire to be with the one you love.
It also seems perfect for creating a romantic atmosphere.
In addition, the rap part in the middle beautifully conveys the overflow of emotions.
Shall we break up?Miyuhan
I’d like to introduce “Wakare Yokka” as a highly relatable breakup song.
It’s a release by Miyuhan, a singer-songwriter and voice actress.
This ballad, marked by its guitar-centered sound, portrays a woman who’s fed up with a boyfriend that doesn’t cherish her and finally decides to break up, along with the inner conflict leading up to it.
As you listen, pay attention to how the ending unfolds and where the title phrase appears.
It’s sure to give you a jolt.
So it wasn’t me, huh.riria.
A heart-stirring ballad by Riria.
that gently embraces the delicate emotions of a woman tossed around by someone’s misleading behavior.
With a tender, translucent voice, she vividly portrays a woman who struggles with helpless longing yet cannot sever her lingering feelings.
Released digitally in October 2021, the song also drew major attention with its music video that premiered the same year.
If you sing it earnestly at karaoke, it’s sure to resonate with anyone who knows the pain of heartbreak.
It’s a song that quietly stays by the side of those facing a farewell with someone dear.
By your side.riria.
Singer-songwriter Riria, who made her major debut under VIA—a label born with a focus on digital distribution.
Her single “By Your Side,” released digitally on July 6, 2023, was selected as the opening theme for the TV anime My Happy Marriage.
The lyrics, which depict an encounter powerful enough to change one’s values, are likely to resonate with anyone who has ever been in love.
It’s a pop yet sentimental number, where a cute singing voice and delicate piano create a moving contrast.