[Piano × J-POP] Tearjerker! A Selection of Moving/Touching Songs
When you hear “moving J-pop,” what songs come to mind?
What tugs at the heart differs from person to person—whether it’s “lyrics that pierce the soul” or “a worldview you can relate to.” But for many, a “memorable melody” is surely one of the key elements that moves them!
Songs with beautiful, captivating melodies are wonderful not only to sing, but also to play on the piano.
So this time, we’re spotlighting J-pop with striking melodies!
We’ll introduce plenty of pieces alongside piano performance videos that highlight the beauty of their melodies.
Playlist
| [Piano × J-POP] Tearjerker! A Selection of Moving/Touching Songs | |||
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| show_chart | Title | Playlist | Review |
| 1 | SoranjiMrs. GREEN APPLE |  play_arrow | A song of hope that heals the meaning of life |
| 2 | BetelgeuseYuuri |  play_arrow | Yuuri’s signature song “Betelgeuse” |
| 3 | Come, spring.Matsutōya Yumi |  play_arrow | A spring song whose classic melody resonates in the heart |
| 4 | CITRUSDa-iCE |  play_arrow | Citrus-scented, a song of small happiness |
| 5 | Happy Endingback number |  play_arrow | A poignant song of long-distance love, with a heart-stirring melody |
| 6 | May it be filled with kindnessJUJU |  play_arrow | A heartwarming song filled with Juju's love |
| 7 | forget-me-notAwesome City Club |  play_arrow | Awesome City Club’s soul-stirring masterpiece |
| 8 | homeKiyama Yusaku |  play_arrow | A heartwarming song that sings of love and bonds with family |
| 9 | threadNakajima Miyuki |  play_arrow | A gem of a masterpiece that sings of the miracle of meeting |
| 10 | scale (as of a fish or reptile)Hata Motohiro |  play_arrow | Hata Motohiro’s iconic songs that resonate with the heart, conveying deep emotion |
| 11 | First LoveUtada Hikaru |  play_arrow | Utada Hikaru’s classic song “First Love” |
| 12 | dogwood (flowering dogwood)Hitoto Yo |  play_arrow | Hitoto Yo's iconic song that sings of love and peace |
| 13 | futureKobukuro |  play_arrow | Kobukuro’s movie theme song, a moving masterpiece that resonates with the heart |
| 14 | powder snowRemioromen |  play_arrow | A poignant winter classic: Remioromen’s heart-resonating song |
| 15 | Things that have formShibasaki Kou |  play_arrow | The moving theme song of “At the Center of the World” |
| 16 | One more time, One more chanceYamazaki Masayoshi |  play_arrow | The poignant masterpiece 'Kanade' that longs for someone lost |
| 17 | lilacMrs. GREEN APPLE |  play_arrow | A song that delicately portrays the light and shadow of youth, interweaving complex emotions and hope. |
| 18 | rainbowSuda Masaki |  play_arrow | Masaki Suda’s “Niji,” a masterpiece overflowing with love |
| 19 | A melody instead of a bouquetShimizu Shota |  play_arrow | This piece, which begins with a gentle piano melody, … |
| 20 | The Door to TomorrowI WiSH |  play_arrow | Known as a ballad with an impressive piano tone… |
| 21 | YELLikimonogakari |  play_arrow | A pop number that starts with a piano intro… |
| 22 | On the Day of DepartureKawashima Ai |  play_arrow | The sweet ... of Ai Kawashima, known for her translucent singing voice |
| 23 | Racing into the NightYOASOBI |  play_arrow | YOASOBI's moving, unforgettable song |
| 24 | Letter ~To You, Fifteen~Anjura Aki |  play_arrow | With delicate piano resonance and a powerful sense of message… |
| 25 | Homeward Road in MarchHirai Dai |  play_arrow | A heartwarming ballad themed around Dai Hirai’s graduation |
| 26 | Cherry Blossom MoonSakurazaka46 |  play_arrow | A graduation song with a cherry blossom motif, expressing farewell and change |
| 27 | broad daylightKing Gnu |  play_arrow | Nippon TV’s Saturday drama “Innocence: Wrongful Convictions… |
| 28 | KanadeSukima Suichi |  play_arrow | A tenderness that seeps into the heart from the piano intro… |
| 29 | Close your eyesHirai Ken |  play_arrow | A beautiful melody overflowing with sweet, heartrending emotion… |
| 30 | I LOVE YOUOzaki Yutaka |  play_arrow | A ballad with a gentle piano timbre that leaves an impression. Permi… |