Masterpieces that sing of love. Recommended popular songs.
From Yamatatsu to Kyon Kyon, we’ve gathered songs that express sweet and bittersweet feelings of love.
It includes not only classic hits but also tracks by recent artists, so why not add them to your karaoke repertoire?
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A classic masterpiece that sings of love. Recommended popular songs (151–160)
Say I doTravis Japan

An emotional love song that sings of a sweet romance.
Travis Japan’s single “Say I do” has been selected as the theme song for the TV Asahi drama “Honnou Switch” and will be released in March 2025.
The song beautifully aligns with the world of the drama starring group member Kaito Miyachika, depicting the pure feelings of first love through their characteristically expressive vocals.
Its polished melody line and arrangement deliver an internationally flavored finish that transcends the bounds of J-pop.
Give it a listen when you’re chatting about love with friends, or when you can’t quite put your feelings for someone special into words.
Sweetest TuneTravis Japan

A pop tune about budding romance, marked by a weightless melody and an easy-on-the-ears sound.
Everyday life becomes more colorful through a fateful meeting, and the “sweet melody” the two create together leaves a lasting impression.
Released digitally by Travis Japan in June 2024, the single also serves as an insert song for the TV Asahi drama Tokyo Tower.
It’s a perfect pick for those newly in love or anyone who wants to savor time with someone special.
Its colorful, pop-styled music video has been creating a buzz as well.
The song appears in various scenes throughout the drama, enhancing the overall mood of the story.
Because you are hereUru

A gem-like ballad by Uru that sings of a deep bond with a loved one, carried on a beautiful and fleeting melody.
Her warm voice, like a letter delivered across time, gently accompanies those standing at a crossroads in life.
Even while burdened by regrets about the past and anxieties about the future, it stirs heartfelt gratitude for the presence that has continued to support us with unchanging love.
Released in February 2020, the song was written as the theme for the TV drama “Theseus no Fune” (Theseus’ Ship) and is included on the album Orion Blue.
When you wish to reflect on the irreplaceable bonds you share with family, a partner, or a best friend, this song will resonate deeply in your heart.
filamentUru

A beautifully sung beacon of hope amid loneliness, Uru’s theme song for the film “When Deliciousness Brings Tears.” Its poignant portrayal of parting from a loved one and the strength to keep facing forward even while showing vulnerability is striking.
Set for release in April 2025, the song was newly written as a tie-in for the film based on Akio Morisawa’s original work.
This piece, which anyone can relate to as it reflects on someone dear while still striving to move ahead, will surely stay close to the hearts of all who feel loneliness or sorrow, gently wrapping them in its embrace.
On the Breeze of LoveVaundy

A sweet love story that begins with a gentle breeze drifting into everyday life through the window.
Vaundy’s sound, which modernizes elements of 1990s J-pop, beautifully captures both the exhilaration and the bittersweetness of falling in love.
Within the small moments of daily life, the feelings of two people who care for each other are woven with care, revealing the subtle nuances unique to a mature romance throughout.
Released in March 2022, the song was written as the theme for an ABEMA romance reality show and was later included on the album “replica.” The music video, featuring Ryo Narita and Aju Makita, also garnered attention.
It’s a track best enjoyed on a quiet night with someone special, letting a calm feeling wash over you.
Hard to say I love you ~I can’t bring myself to say it~WEAVER

A vividly drawn piano rock classic released by WEAVER in June 2010, capturing the frustration of being unable to honestly express one’s feelings.
Chosen as the theme song for the Fuji TV drama “Hard To Say I Love You,” it was produced under the direction of Tokyo Jihen bassist Seiji Kameda.
Whether far apart or side by side, it delicately portrays the frustration of being unable to convey one’s feelings to the other person.
Though you love them more than anyone, the sorrow of not being able to put that feeling into words grips your heart.
This song deeply resonates with those who struggle to openly express their feelings to someone important.
For anyone carrying emotions they can’t put into words, it is sure to become a source of comfort.
Masterpieces that sing of love. Recommended popular songs (161–170)
shhhhhhh!!WEST.

A sophisticated love song brimming with mature allure.
Showcasing WEST.’s outstanding expressive power, this track is included on the album “A.H.O.
-Audio Hang Out-,” set for release in March 2025.
It has been selected as the opening theme for the Yomiuri TV drama “Kiss de Fusaide, Barenaide” (“Seal It with a Kiss, Don’t Let It Show”).
In the drama, member Ryusei Fujii plays the lead role.
Blending an uptempo sound with lyrics that convey hidden feelings of love, the song creates a dramatic atmosphere.
It’s a tune that gently resonates with anyone grappling with the ache of a bittersweet romance.


