A selection of classic love ballads, from the latest hits to timeless favorites.

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"Love Letter" MUSIC VIDEO / Every Little Thing

A sublime ballad you’ll find yourself wanting to hear when winter’s chill sinks into your bones.

It opens with a tranquil piano tone, gradually layered with strings, as if pent-up feelings were beginning to overflow.

Kaori Mochida’s delicate breath work gently conveys the subtle shades of emotions that words can’t capture.

Released by Every Little Thing in December 2004, the song became widely beloved as the theme for the film “A Love Letter from Heaven” and as a cough drop commercial tune.

It topped the Oricon weekly chart and was performed on that year’s Kōhaku Uta Gassen, capturing the hearts of many.

Perfect for times when you want to reaffirm how much someone means to you, or when you’re in the mood for a heartwarming moment.

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MISIA – Aitakute Ima (Official HD Music Video)

A grand ballad that stirs the heart with a bittersweet yet powerful longing to meet a cherished person across time.

Sung by MISIA, renowned for her overwhelming vocal prowess, this piece was written as the theme song for TBS’s Sunday drama “JIN” and released as a single in November 2009.

It was also positioned as the lead single from the album “JUST BALLADE,” and many listeners may remember it alongside the drama’s moving scenes.

The lyrics, capturing the frustration of not being able to meet someone you long for and the overflowing passion within, are perfect for anyone seeking the courage to confess their feelings on Valentine’s Day.

Why not immerse yourself in this soul-stirring voice while making chocolates?

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Yuka “Partner” Music Video

This is the seventh digital-only single by singer-songwriter Yuka, who has studied piano and vocal music since childhood and practiced music therapy during her university years.

Despite being an indie release, it has surpassed 10 million total streams, and posts using the song on social media have exceeded 1 billion views, making it a hit that greatly elevated Yuka’s profile.

Its love-filled message set to a lively shuffle beat may remind listeners of how precious their partners are.

With an addictive, catchy melody, it’s an outstanding love song perfect for couples and spouses to enjoy together.

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This is the 16th single by the three-piece rock band back number, used as the theme song for the film “My Tomorrow, Your Yesterday.” It’s a wistful ballad distinguished by an arrangement that shifts strikingly from a depth-rich, strings-focused sound to guitar-driven tones.

The story depicts the scene of swallowing all the memories and words that surface in the heart at the moment of a breakup and parting ways, conveying the sorrow and loneliness of being unable to express one’s feelings until the very last moment.

For anyone who has had a similar experience, this heartrending yet beautiful love ballad is sure to bring tears.

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Yuuri 'Shutter' Official Music Video

This is the sixth major digital single by singer-songwriter Yuuri, who drew widespread attention with the huge hit of his second major digital single, “Dry Flower.” Written for a member who works as a cameraman on his YouTube channel, the song’s delicate acoustic guitar tones mirror the poignancy of the lyrics.

The message portrays the sense of loss after losing someone important, evoking the kind of regret you only recognize once you’re alone.

With vivid, true-to-life imagery that will resonate with anyone who’s experienced heartbreak, it’s a track that strikes straight to the heart.

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Masaki Suda 'Niji' (Rainbow)

This is the fifth single by singer Masaki Suda, who commands attention both as an actor and as an artist thanks to his unique presence and talent.

The song was chosen as the theme for the 3DCG animated film STAND BY ME Doraemon 2, and it became a huge hit, surpassing 100 million streams.

Its message, imbued with vows and wishes to a partner, conveys the preciousness and beauty of sharing a life together.

Suda’s gentle vocals bring the lyrics’ world to life, making this a song you’ll want to listen to with someone special.

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Gen Hoshino – Fushigi (Official Video)

This is the 12th single by Gen Hoshino, a singer-songwriter who showcases his talents across diverse fields—artist, actor, essayist, and more.

The song was used as the theme for the TV drama “Kikazaru Koi ni wa Riyuu ga Atte” and was released as a double A-side single together with “Souzou.” Its lyrics, which sing about a future that can be created precisely because there is another person beyond oneself, remind us of the important feelings in life.

It’s a ballad that offers an urban sound with a soulful yet pop-leaning arrangement that feels wonderfully comfortable.

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Hoshino Takashi

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