Masterpieces that sing of love. Recommended popular songs.

I love you, RoombaKawakami Ai

[MV Full Chorus] Ai Kawakami 'Aishite Rumba' [Official]

This is a song by Ai Kawakami that portrays the feelings of a woman in love, set to a rumba rhythm.

Though she’s no longer young, the song poignantly sings of a woman whose heart flutters with the premonition of a new romance.

It’s included on the single “Aishite Rumba,” released in March 2024, which features six tracks in total, including the title track and “Yozora no Hoshi o Dakishimete.” It’s said to be Kawakami’s first danceable number, signaling a new creative direction for her.

It’s a perfect song not only for those troubled by love, but also for anyone looking to take a new step in life.

Listening to it is sure to lift your spirits.

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.

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.

You are honeydew.Hinatazaka46

Hinatazaka46 “You Are Honeydew”

It’s a captivating song with a unique expression that likens feelings of love to fruit, wrapping you in the sweet scent of melon.

Encounters with someone special and the feeling of looking only at that person are sung through the image of a sweet honeydew melon.

Released in March 2024 as Hinatazaka46’s 11th single, it’s a high-energy track with lyrics by Yasushi Akimoto and composition/arrangement by Yoichiro Nomura.

Alongside its catchy melody, it bubbles over with the feelings of being in love, radiating a full-on positive aura.

It’s a perfect song for summer drive dates or chatting with friends.

Give it a listen!