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

It’ll get stained.Chatto Monchī

Chatmonchy “I’ll Be Dyed” Music Video

A mid-tempo number where the loneliness that drifts through the night city intersects with thoughts of someone special.

Wandering down an unfamiliar street, narrowing their eyes through cigarette smoke, the protagonist’s wavering emotions are vividly captured in lyrics by Akiko Fukuoka.

Eriko Hashimoto’s soaring vocals deliver a stinging blend of bitterness and wistfulness—a song that conveys the complexities of a woman’s heart.

Released as a single in November 2008, it was written as the theme song for the late-night NTV drama “Tonsura.” It also drew attention for being the first time Seiji Kameda served as producer, and it broke into the top 10 on the Oricon charts.

It has become a signature track, repeatedly included on releases such as the album “Kokuhaku” and various best-of compilations.

A song that stays by your side on nights when love leaves you swaying and you want to cherish your time alone.

Moonlight ReverseRīgaru Rirī

Legal Lily – “Moonlight Reverse” Music Video

Released in August 2024 as a pre-release track from the album “kirin,” this song marks a major turning point for Regal Lily.

Having handled their own arrangements until now, the band worked for the first time with an external producer—Seiji Kameda—to create this love song.

While the chorus’s repeated, aching sentiments evoke a distance that feels farther than the moon, the straightforward emotions hit you squarely in the chest.

The sound, where fragility and passion coexist, will resonate not only with alternative rock fans but also with those who seek the lyricism of ballads.

In the music video, actress Hana Sugisaki stars, visualizing the heartache that resurfaces when looking at the moon.

Honoka Takahashi has said that the process changed how she engages with words, making this a work that signals the band’s next stage.

Darling Darlingyuka

Yuka “Darling Darling” Music Video

Yuka is a singer-songwriter who studied piano and vocal music from a young age and continued pursuing music even after entering the workforce, ultimately making her major debut.

Her digital single “Darling Darling,” released on July 5, 2023, features a musical-style arrangement with a West Coast vibe that really sticks in your ears.

The lyrics, which portray the feelings of a woman who wants to be adorably coquettish but can’t quite pull it off, are likely to resonate with many people in relationships.

It’s a cute pop tune with a refreshing, summery sound that feels wonderfully pleasant.

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Hoshino Takashi

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Flash-Frozen LoveAnsako

Flash-Frozen Love

An singer from Tottori Prefecture, Ansako, announced in 2022 that she would be working as a freelancer.

Her first new song since going independent, Frozen-in-an-Instant Love, features a piano-driven, fast-paced ensemble that feels exhilarating.

The lyrics, which portray the unstoppable feelings of unrequited love, are likely to resonate with many listeners’ own experiences.

With its cute melody that lifts your spirits even more, it’s a catchy pop tune.

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Hoshino Takashi

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I’ll be by your side.Aoyama Teruma ft. SoulJa

Aoyama Thelma feat. SoulJa / I'm by Your Side

There’s a certain wistfulness in the way she gently sings her songs.

The lyrics clearly capture feelings from a female perspective, and listening to them makes you feel like you’re slipping into the emotions yourself.

The music video also feels a bit like watching a film, which I find very appealing.

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.

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.