Theme and insert songs from Japanese films. Masterpieces and popular tracks of Japanese movie music.
What are your favorite theme songs or insert songs from Japanese films?
In this article, we’ve selected beloved classics that once topped the charts and are still cherished by listeners, as well as the latest theme songs from Japanese movies—picked based on research by our editorial team and tips from music fans!
So, what kind of works made the list?
You’re probably curious whether your favorites are included, right?
We carefully chose from a wide range of Japanese films, old and new, so please enjoy!
You’re sure to find some nostalgic tunes too!
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Theme songs and insert songs from Japanese films. Masterpieces and popular tracks of Japanese film music (91–100)
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ONE PIECE is hugely popular in both manga and anime! This song was chosen as the theme for the film ONE PIECE STAMPEDE.
Its lyrics evoke the world of ONE PIECE—seas and adventure—and its powerful sound seems to serve as an anthem cheering on Luffy and his crew on their great voyage.
The members of WANIMA, who have long been big fans of ONE PIECE, went back to reread from volume 1 and devoted themselves to creating the track.
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It’s a single released in 2005 and the theme song for the animated film “Arashi no Yoru ni.” The movie is based on a picture book.
For aiko, it was her first movie theme song since her debut single “Ashita.” With this song, she made her fourth appearance on the Kōhaku Uta Gassen.
Theme and insert songs from Japanese films. Classic and popular pieces of Japanese movie music (101–110)
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The song “Mirai,” which powerfully reflects the world of the film Orange that portrays the bittersweet love of high school students, offers courage and warmth to its listeners.
As one of Kobukuro’s signature works, it’s a ballad whose gentle melody and uplifting lyrics resonate deeply.
Possessing the power to rekindle the film’s moving emotions, this track, which explores the universal theme of “wanting to be with the one you love no matter what,” will continue to be cherished by many listeners for a long time.
By listening to this poignant yet warm, emotion-filled piece, you’ll find yourself recalling not only memories of the movie, but also precious moments with someone dear to you.
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This is a song by Arashi that was also used as the theme for the film Hana Yori Dango Final.
Its portrayal of lovers pledging eternal love and its moving melody are striking.
Released in July 2008, it topped the Oricon Weekly Singles Chart.
The fusion of the cast and the music in the climax is deeply moving, and each listen is sure to bring that scene back to mind.
Evoking an early sense of spring, the piece forms a perfect harmony with the film.
When you want to reaffirm your love for someone special, its heartfelt lyrics and melody will surely soothe your soul.
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“Michi” from the 2017 film Kiseki: Ano Hi no Sobito.
The movie is modeled on the vocal group GReeeeN.
Since the real GReeeeN members don’t show their faces, the roles are played by Masaki Suda, Ryusei Yokohama, Ryo Narita, and Yosuke Sugino, and they actually made their CD debut with this song.
Because the film is based on GReeeeN’s real activities and songs, the Green Boys sing the songs that GReeeeN performed.
It’s fun to listen and compare the original and this version, isn’t it?
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DAOKO, who is especially popular among teens and people in their twenties, created Tsuki no Hana as the theme song for the film Pretty Guardian Sailor Moon Cosmos.
It’s an EDM track with a comfortable beat and a stylish vibe.
At the same time, it captures the film’s world and cleverly includes elements that link back to past theme songs, which is part of its appeal.
The song is included on the album that compiles the franchise’s theme songs, so why not take this opportunity to compare and listen?
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Vaundy, who is active as a singer-songwriter, released “Kokyū no Yō ni” ahead of his album “replica.” It’s also been getting attention as the theme song for the film “Just Remembering.” In fact, it isn’t a newly written track; he selected it from his unreleased songs to match the movie.
Even so, it’s been crafted into a grand, heartrending ballad that seems to capture the film’s worldview.
I love how the mood shifts dramatically between the first and second halves.