Love songs about romance sung by female Japanese artists. Popular love songs.

Midday RendezvousTakeuchi Anna

Anna Takeuchi – Midday Rendezvous (Lyric Video)

Singer-songwriter Anna Takeuchi, known for her exceptional guitar playing and genre-defying musicality, has been drawing significant attention.

Released in July 2025, this track is a refreshing summer tune featured in an FM802 radio commercial.

Its light, buoyant beat and skillful syncopation vividly capture the exhilaration of a summer drive.

The lyrics portray the emotions of a couple enjoying a midday date: a perfect balance between the impulse to shout out overflowing love and the fresh restraint of holding back from a kiss.

It’s a sweet-and-sour feeling many will relate to.

Blending shimmering summer scenery with Takeuchi’s transparent vocals, this is a comfortable, sophisticated pop number.

A gentle feelingChara

Chara “Yasashii Kimochi” OFFICIAL MUSIC VIDEO

Chara’s uniquely charming vocals shine in the sweet love song “Yasashii Kimochi.” It drew renewed attention when Moka Kamishiraishi sang it in the 2016 Kirin “Gogo no Kocha” (Afternoon Tea) commercial.

The song depicts a pure, beautiful feeling of love—the simple wish to hold hands forever—that is sure to tug at your heart.

Its bittersweet romance and the frustratingly tender emotions of a young woman are all distilled into this one track.

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Beast of LoveAnjurumu

ANGERME 'Beast of Love' Promotion Edit

Ainokedamono was created with the theme of “predatory love.” It’s a track released by the idol group Angerme.

Unusual for a love song, it portrays a passionate woman’s romance.

The sound is brimming with wildness, featuring sampled roars of wild beasts throughout.

Listening to it, you’ll draw power from both the music and the lyrics.

It also makes a great introduction to Jungle Terror, the jungle-themed music genre.

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I love you more than anyone.Furuchi Toko

Tiara: “Even though I love you more than anyone.”

Toko Furuuchi’s seventh single, released on May 22, 1996.

A love song where a gentle, flowing sound is softly carried by her wistful vocals, letting a breeze of tender sadness sweep through.

The lyrics, portraying the subtle, shifting feelings of a woman, resonated with listeners, and the song has been covered by other artists as well.

Assaulted by a love song＝LOVE

=LOVE (Equal Love) / 19th Single “Attacked by a Love Song” [MV full]

=LOVE is an idol group produced by Rino Sashihara.

Their 19th single, “Attacked by a Love Song,” set for release in October 2025, is a cute track about the impulses of love, featuring Maika Sasaki in the center position.

With an earnest message—wanting their feelings to be noticed even if their love is exposed—it vividly captures the exhilaration right before a romance begins.

The protagonist, swept away by a sudden rush of emotion, evokes listeners’ sweet and bittersweet memories.

A devoted girl.Yuika

A single-minded girl. / 'Yuika' [MV]

This piece sets straightforward feelings of love to a bright band sound.

Released in April 2025 with Ryo Hanai handling the arrangement, it vividly captures a fresh page of youth.

Written back in high school, it carefully and realistically weaves words of inner conflict over unrequited love and unwavering devotion.

There’s plenty here that younger listeners will relate to.

If you’re in the middle of a one-sided crush, give it a listen!

Baby youyuka

Yuka “Baby you” Music Video

Singer-songwriter Yuka, who rose to prominence thanks to social media, has been turning heads.

Her major-label debut single, released in January 2023, won the Music category of the TikTok First Half Trend Awards 2023 and became a viral hit both in Japan and abroad.

Co-written with Takahito Uchisawa of androp, the track boasts an irresistibly catchy melody that sticks in your head after just one listen.

The lyrics straightforwardly convey an overflowing feeling of love, sure to make your heart flutter just by listening.

It’s no wonder it’s so popular in fan-edits and couple videos—the feel-good vibe is undeniable.

Also included on the album “messy bag,” this is an exceptionally cute pop song that’s perfect for moments when your affection for someone special is surging.

Give it a listen.

KILL MY LOVEKato Miria

Miliyah Kato 'KILL MY LOVE'

A single released in August 2022, it’s an addictive dance tune.

What stands out is how the song portrays an independent protagonist who affirms herself by saying “I’m good as I am,” rather than relying on someone else.

The beat, infused with elements of hip-hop and R&B, grabs the listener’s heart.

It’s a track that showcases her expressive range.

When you’re struggling with love, this number gives you the courage to love yourself more.

WHYKato Miria

Miliyah Kato “WHY”

Miliyah Kato’s number, born from the “why?” that arises out of romantic miscommunication, resonates painfully deep in the heart.

Set to a powerful, rock-tinged sound, this song straightforwardly expresses irreconcilable feelings and a cry from the heart.

Even while carrying a sense of helplessness, you can feel the strength to keep moving forward.

Released in November 2009, it reached No.

10 on the Oricon weekly chart and was later included on the acclaimed album HEAVEN.

When you don’t understand how the other person feels and are suffering from questions with no answers, listening to it might feel like it speaks your emotions for you.

It’s sure to gently stay by the side of anyone struggling with a frustrating love.

YOU… feat. Izumi Nakasone (HY)Kato Miria

Miliyah Kato “YOU… feat. Izumi Nakasone (HY)”

Speaking of collaborations between powerhouse female singers, we can’t forget this song by Miliyah Kato and Izumi Nakasone of HY.

Based on real unrequited-love stories sent in by radio listeners, the two artists co-created this gem of a ballad.

Released in September 2014 as their 30th single, it was also included on the milestone 10th-anniversary album “MUSE.” The frustration of not being able to put your feelings into words, and the emotional wavering as you move toward confessing your love, come through poignantly in the harmony between Kato’s delicate vocals and Nakasone’s warm voice.

Chosen as the theme song for a radio drama, this track just might gently give you the push you need if you’re struggling with a one-sided love.