[Moving Songs] A collection of touching Japanese pop classics that are easy to sing at karaoke.
There are lots of songs that move you when you listen to them, right?
But when it comes to singing them yourself at karaoke, have you ever found the notes surprisingly high or the melody harder to pitch than you expected?
This time, I’ve gathered some comparatively easy-to-sing songs among the moving ones!
There are emotional songs for various situations—departures, farewells, expressions of gratitude—so I think you’ll find ones that resonate when you relate them to your own experiences.
I’d be happy if you discover a new favorite among the songs I’m introducing.
Let’s get started!
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[Moving Songs] A collection of touching Japanese hits that are easy to sing at karaoke (11–20).
rainbowSuda Masaki
Masaki Suda’s vocals resonate deeply in this song.
Released in November 2020, it was selected as the theme song for the film “STAND BY ME Doraemon 2.” The lyrics, which gently accompany everyday life, leave a strong impression as they tenderly express both the difficulty and the importance of conveying gratitude.
It’s also popular as a wedding song and is perfect for times when you want to strengthen the bond with someone special.
Easy to sing at karaoke and a fan favorite, it often appears in the rankings as a modern classic.
It ranked high on the Billboard Japan charts and surpassed 100 million streams, capturing the hearts of many listeners.
the red threadKobukuro
This song by Kobukuro is a moving ballad that symbolizes a fateful romance with a red thread.
While depicting everyday, fleeting moments, it warmly expresses the bond between lovers and the power of love.
It was first included on the 2000 album “Root of my mind,” and a re-recorded version was later featured on the 2008 single “Toki no Ashioto.” It was also used in a Nippon Life commercial and has been loved by many.
The song is popular as wedding background music, especially for the outfit-change segment.
With its catchy melody line and a key that’s not too high, it’s easy to sing at karaoke.
Its gentle melody and heartfelt lyrics make it a recommended track for anyone who wants to feel the bond with someone special.
budKobukuro
When it comes to Kobukuro’s signature songs, many people are likely to think of this moving ballad.
Released in March 2007, it was used as the theme song for the Fuji TV drama “Tokyo Tower: Mom and Me, and Sometimes Dad.” The lyrics, imbued with Kentaro Kobuchi’s feelings for his late mother, portray themes of familial love, loss, and renewal, resonating deeply with many listeners.
With its gentle melody and profound words, this piece is a song you’ll want to hear at life’s milestones or when expressing gratitude to someone important.
It’s also easy to sing at karaoke and stands as a quintessential inspirational ballad.
forget-me-notAwesome City Club
It’s a song that weaves together deep love and bittersweet longing.
Set to Awesome City Club’s gentle melody, it tenderly sings of feelings for a former lover.
The beauty and fragility of love, along with the hope of meeting again, are portrayed, and the lyrics are memorable for how they resonate with the listener’s heart.
It’s included on the album “Grower,” released in February 2021, and also drew attention as an inspiration song for the film “We Made a Beautiful Bouquet.” It’s recommended for those who have experienced a parting with someone important or are in the mood to look back on a past romance.
It’s easy to sing for both men and women, and its catchy melody makes it accessible.
Wrapped in a gentle vocal tone, it’s a wonderful track that lets you bask in warm nostalgia.
Mikan HeartC&K
It’s a moving ballad by C&K.
The lyrics, which depict the pain of heartbreak and parting, really resonate.
You can feel the emotions of a woman troubled by an unrequited love, making it a song that many listeners can relate to.
Released in November 2013, it reached No.
19 on the Oricon Singles Chart.
The music video features actor Haruma Miura and actress Naoko Watanabe, expressing the world of the song.
With its slow tempo and familiar melody, it seems easy to sing at karaoke.
It’s perfect for those who have experienced heartbreak or are currently struggling with love.
It’s also easy to sing at karaoke and allows you to pour your emotions into it.
I became someone else’s girlfriend.wacci
This song by wacci is a warm piece that delicately portrays the feelings of a woman after a breakup.
Centered on themes of a new relationship and personal change, it expresses lingering attachment and inner conflict through a gentle melody.
Released digitally in August 2018, it gradually gained popularity through word of mouth and entered the charts around May 2019.
With over 50 million views on YouTube, it has become a song that resonates with many people.
It’s perfect for those who have experienced a breakup or are about to step into a new love.
The key isn’t too high, making it a moving karaoke song recommended for men.
Its heartfelt lyrics and warm melody are sure to gently embrace your heart.
[Heartwarming Songs] A collection of moving Japanese hits that are easy to sing at karaoke. (21–30)
Thank youFUNKY MONKEY BABYS
A song by the music group FUNKY MONKEY BABYS, who disbanded in 2013 to much regret, that powerfully expresses gratitude in straightforward words.
It’s a piece you can sing while picturing various scenes.
Sing it at a farewell gathering and it’s sure to move people.