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Mutual Love Songs: Recommended for Middle Schoolers! Popular Tracks that Portray Bittersweet Romance

That bittersweet love from our adolescent years often stays with us as a wonderful memory, etched deeply in our hearts even after we become adults.

Back in our school days, many of us probably listened to love songs, overlaying them with our own feelings and getting all fluttery, didn’t we?

This time, we’ve gathered a selection of popular Japanese love songs that portray romance—especially recommended mutual-love tracks for junior high school students.

Whether you’re right in the middle of your youth right now or at an age where you look back nostalgically on past romances, try finding songs that resonate with your own experiences.

[Mutual Crush Songs] Recommended for Middle Schoolers! Popular Tracks Depicting Bittersweet Romance (21–30)

You and ISuzuki Suzuki

You and I, you know – Suzuki Suzuki [Official Music Video]
You and ISuzuki Suzuki

It’s a love song filled with sweet and bittersweet memories of romance.

Each everyday moment the two share is depicted with lyrics that evoke tenderness.

The idea of a nighttime convenience store turning into an amusement park is a special feeling only two people in love can understand.

The signature harmonies of the Suzuki Suzuki brothers make a couple’s sweet moments even more captivating.

Released in December 2020, the track sparked major buzz, especially on social media.

Listen to it with your partner, and it will surely bring you closer.

It’s a wonderful song that makes you realize that the ordinary moments you spend with someone special are irreplaceable treasures.

Is that okay?RADWIMPS

RADWIMPS – Is It Okay? [Official Music Video]
Is that okay?RADWIMPS

This is a track from the 2006 album “RADWIMPS 4: Okazu no Gohan.” It’s a classic that straightforwardly sings about the joy of being united with someone you love so deeply you can’t stand it.

Highly recommended for anyone who longs for mutual love.

Be sure to check out the original music video from the time of release, as well as the 2017 version!

Stay by my side.Yuika

Stay by my side. / “Yuika” [MV]
Stay by my side.Yuika

This song portrays a special relationship—love that grows from the extension of friendship.

Released by Yuika in October 2021, it was also selected as the theme song for the TikTok short film “Natsu, Futari” (“Summer, Us Two”).

It paints many scenes that anyone can relate to, capturing the hearts of many listeners.

Its gentle melody and clear, transparent vocals create a warm atmosphere that feels close to the listener.

It’s a recommended track for moments when you want to reflect on a relationship with someone important or reminisce about your youth.

SignMr.Children

Mr.Children「Sign」 TOUR POPSAURUS 2012 Live
SignMr.Children

Released in 2004 as their sixth single and also used as a TV drama’s theme song, this track is a widely and enduringly beloved love song that reportedly stayed on the Oricon charts for 46 consecutive weeks.

Its rich, powerful sound and sincerely heartfelt lyrics make it perfect for couples who are mutually in love!

biscuitYU-KI

It’s a digital-only single released in 2007.

It was later included on the best-of album “five-star.” Both the music video and the song are absolutely adorable! Be sure to check it out and immerse yourself in YUKI’s world.

For couples who are in love, I also recommend copying these lyrics and listing 100 things you love about each other.

A bright futurenever young beach

never young beach – Bright Future (official video)
A bright futurenever young beach

This song is included on their second album, “fam fam,” released in 2016 before their major-label debut.

It drew widespread attention after being highly praised by celebrities such as actress Hikari Mitsushima and Quruli frontman Shigeru Kishida.

It’s a masterpiece that bursts with the joy of mutual love! Please give it a listen.

It’s love, right?wacci

A signature song by wacci that gives you the courage to cherish pure feelings, regardless of status or position.

Its deep affection—wanting to accept everything about the other person—is expressed through a warm melody and lyrics that resonate.

Released in April 2022, it drew attention as an insert song for the drama “Yangotonaki Ichizoku” and won an Excellence Award at the 64th Japan Record Awards.

Recommended for those who feel anxious about love or want to express their feelings to someone important.

Give it a listen, and why not take a brave step forward yourself?