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 and insert songs from Japanese films: Famous and popular pieces in Japanese movie music (41–50)
ENDLESS STORYREIRA starring YUNA ITO
Released under the name REIRA starring YUNA ITO as the theme song for the 2005 film NANA.
In this movie, the then-newcomer Yuna Ito was cast as Reira Serizawa and performs the same song on screen.
It became a hit alongside Mika Nakashima’s theme song GLAMOROUS SKY.
Theme and insert songs from Japanese films. Classic and popular pieces of Japanese movie music (51–60)
RAINSEKAI NO OWARI
SEKAI NO OWARI’s 11th single, “RAIN,” released in 2017, was the theme song for the animated film Mary and The Witch’s Flower.
As the title suggests, rain is the central theme and is richly woven into the lyrics, and it’s a song that evokes a gentle feeling in harmony with the world of the film.
TSUKIAmuro Namie
It was released as the theme song for the 2014 film “I Just Wanna Hug You: A True Story,” starring Ryo Nishikido and Keiko Kitagawa.
The movie was produced based on a news program that aired on the TBS network in 2011.
Namie Amuro’s music video was also created with the theme of the revival of life.
KissHugaiko
This song was released as an insert track for the 2008 film Hana Yori Dango Final, starring Jun Matsumoto and Mao Inoue.
Its working title, inspired by the movie, was “Tsukushi’s Theme.” It was aiko’s first insert song.
The music video was filmed in Yokohama.
poofKing Gnu
A stylish mixture-rock number that evokes a slightly suspicious, enigmatic worldview.
It’s a song by the band King Gnu, also known for “Hakujitsu” and “Teenager Forever,” included on their 2020 album CEREMONY.
The track was used as the theme song for the film ‘Stolen Identity 2.’ The sound arrangement, like waves of audio surging in, is simply breathtaking—you’ll be pulled into the song in an instant.
My lover is Santa ClausMatsutōya Yumi
The song included on Yumi Matsutoya’s 1980 album “SURF & SNOW” was later used in 1987 as an insert song for the film “Take Me Skiing.” The theme song was also by Yumi Matsutoya: “Surf Paradise, Ski Paradise.”
Detective StoryYakushimaru Hiroko
This is a single released by Hiroko Yakushimaru in 1983.
At the time, it was customary for the film’s lead actor to perform the theme song, and this was no exception.
The song was for the movie Detective Story.
The film drew attention for things like the height difference between her and Yusaku Matsuda, as well as a deep kissing scene.