Masterpieces that sing of love. Recommended popular songs.

Love WindIkuta Rira

Love Wind

It’s a heart-fluttering song that feels like a refreshing spring breeze blowing into your heart.

It’s a track by Lila Ikuta, chosen as the theme song for ABEMA’s romance reality show “Kyo, Suki ni Narimashita: New Zealand Edition.” Gently expressing the feelings of wanting to confess but not being able to, and the inability to take that final step, the song resonates deeply.

The fresh guitar tones by Takashi Yamaguchi are another highlight.

Filled with the confusion and inner conflict at the start of love, as well as those heart-racing moments, this song is sure to give a gentle push to anyone struggling with romance.

Rainy BlueTokunaga Hideaki

HIDEAKI TOKUNAGA – Rainy Blue

The debut song by Hideaki Tokunaga, a poignant love story that begins in a late-night phone booth.

Its lyrics—quintessentially Showa—paint cinematic scenes of urban stillness and rain, perfectly intertwined with delicate, emotionally rich vocals to create a gem of a track.

Released in January 1986, it reached No.

90 on the Oricon charts.

A rearranged version released in November 1997 rose to No.

31, capturing the hearts of many.

By portraying heartbreak and loneliness as universal themes, it remains a beloved classic that resonates even today.

It’s the kind of bittersweet love song you’ll want to play on a rainy day—why not give it a listen?

gas stationKokoro no Suke

Kokoronousuke – Gas Station (Official Music Video)

A heartwarming song that gently portrays a bittersweet love.

It’s included on Konosuke’s EP “V8,” released on Valentine’s Day in February 2024.

True to his car-loving persona, the lyrics strikingly compare his feelings for his lover to a gas station.

You can feel his longing to always stay by their side.

The concrete imagery—like a Starbucks drive-through and the scent of caramel in the car—is also captivating.

I think it’s a perfect track for couples who love going on drives.

The moment when he wishes for time to stop at the instant of parting conveys a tender sense of sorrow.

I miss you. (I want to see you.)Te ga kuriimu pan

I Want to See You / Hands Like Cream Bread (I want to see you / tegacreampan) [Official Music Video]

A gem of a love song that captures the ache of longing.

Te ga Cream Pan’s fresh, expressive vocals vividly convey feelings for a cherished person far away.

As you gaze up at the night sky, the urge to see the one you love swells in your chest.

Released in December 2021, the song resonated with many listeners and climbed high on streaming charts.

It also trended on social media, gaining popularity especially among Gen Z.

Embracing the bittersweet emotions of being in love, this track is easy to sing at karaoke and perfect for reflecting on your own romantic experiences.

I wish I were the one you liked.Te ga kuriimu pan

I wish I were the one you love / Hands Like Cream Bread (Wishing I’m her / tegacreampan) [Official Music Video]

A heart-stirring ballad by Tegami Cream Pan, where earnest feelings and a bittersweet mood are woven together through a clear, transparent vocal.

It gently portrays a woman who carries deep feelings for someone important yet struggles to express them.

Featuring an evocative piano melody, the song was released in April 2023.

Showcasing her delicate expressive power to the fullest, this piece speaks on behalf of girls in love.

It’s a must-listen for those who keep their feelings for a crush to themselves or find it hard to be honest about their emotions toward someone dear.

Ballad of a SingerSaitō Kazuyoshi

Kazuyoshi Saito – Ballad of a Singer (2008 Ver.) [Music Video]

This is a bittersweet yet warm song that begins with a simple acoustic guitar tone.

It conveys the weight carried by the words “I love you,” intertwining a moving expression of deep love with the meaning of singing as a performer—truly a masterpiece.

Released in November 1997, its heartfelt vocals and universal message captured many hearts despite its simple sound.

It was chosen as the theme song for the animated film “Lu Over the Wall,” and has been embraced by even more listeners across generations.

With Kazuyoshi Saito’s characteristically warm vocals and memorable melody, it’s easy to sing at karaoke and is recommended when you want to convey your feelings to someone special or sing with heartfelt emotion.

I’ll give you everything.Shinhama Reon

I'll give you everything.

Leon Niihama’s passionate new song, dedicated to a beloved person, was released in February 2024.

With lyrics and composition by George Tokoro and production by Noritake Kinashi, the track introduces a new genre: “the return of star-style kayō rock.” While paying respect to Hideki Saijo, the song shines with Niihama’s own individuality.

Its lyrics—about the resolve to give everything to the one you love and the hope that love brings—resonate deeply with listeners.

It’s the perfect song to play when you want to renew your feelings for someone special.