A collection of romance-themed songs. Let’s listen to some Japanese love songs.
If you’re currently in love or have someone special in your life, you might find yourself looking for love-themed songs when you listen to music.
In the J-POP scene, countless love songs have been released over the years, and their melodies and lyrics have moved the hearts of many listeners.
In this article, we’ll introduce a wide selection of love songs you’ll want to hear right now—from timeless classics to the latest buzzworthy tracks.
We’ve chosen everything from songs overflowing with happiness to bittersweet tunes about heartbreak and unrequited love, so please find the ones that perfectly match your current mood.
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Collection of romance-themed songs. Let’s listen to Japanese love songs (141–150)
Leading someone on is a serious offense!arekunn
This song is a love ballad that portrays a woman’s feelings as she falls for a man who gives her mixed signals.
It’s sung by Arekun, known for hits like “Baka.” and “You Made Me Fall for You.” Beyond the straightforward cry of the heart—“Please fall in love with me!!”—many listeners will relate to the lyric that echoes the title: “Mixed signals are a crime!!” If you’re currently nursing a crush, especially on someone who keeps sending mixed signals, this is a must-listen.
A few centimeters sentimentalkohanaramu
That feeling of someone being close yet seeming far away—getting the sense of distance right in love is hard, isn’t it? This song by singer Kohanaramu, also known for the “Tried Singing While Crying” series, was released in April 2023.
It was used as the ending theme for the anime The Dangers in My Heart and became a hot topic.
With an ambient atmosphere and the lingering sound of acoustic guitar, it has a pleasantly nostalgic feel that’s soothing.
It might be the kind of music that stays by your side when you’re struggling with matters of the heart.
trespassingzutto mayonaka de ii no ni.
ZUTOMAYO (Zutto Mayonaka de Iinoni.), the music unit fronted by vocalist ACA-ne, created the song “Unauthorized Entry” as the theme for the documentary program Today, I Fell in Love.
“Unauthorized entry” refers to someone entering without permission.
In the lyrics, it expresses the conflicting feelings of finding someone who slips into your heart uninvited both dear and worth rejecting at the same time.
As you listen, pay attention to the distinctive vocal style featuring scoops and vocal turns.
A collection of romance-themed songs. Let’s listen to Japanese love songs (151–160)
Sunflowerchanmina
Chanmina is a rapper whose appeal lies in her powerful, emotional, and aggressively charismatic presence.
Her 2023 release “Sunflower” is a track that portrays the struggle of a strong-willed woman trying to brush off a breakup in true Chanmina fashion.
The lyrics vividly express the pain of living without him while telling herself she’s totally fine, and they pierce the heart when you listen to them after a heartbreak.
If you ever need a good cry after a breakup, be sure to take your time with this song.
Camera Rolltota
Let me introduce Camera Roll, which is blowing up on TikTok.
It’s a ballad by singer-songwriter Tota.
The song portrays a woman who, after a breakup, opens the camera roll on her phone and looks back at photos with her ex.
By contrasting the past captured in the pictures with the present, it creates a poignant atmosphere.
Another highlight is its message that not everything can be captured by a camera.
You’ll be drawn in by the various expressions that revolve around the camera.
Make Up Daynaniwa danshi
This danceable song by Naniwa Danshi became the theme song for the drama Crimson Life, starring group member Ryusei Onishi.
The synth sounds and programmed beats really stand out, and the members’ dancing in the music video is super cool.
Reading lyrics like “Ever since I met you, my everyday life has become so colorful,” you’ll surely be reminded of when you met someone special in your own life.
It’s a positive, uplifting track brimming with a happy vibe.
Poppin’ Hoppin’ Lovin’naniwa danshi
If you want to boost your mood with a pop song, I recommend “Poppin’ Hoppin’ Lovin’.” It’s a track by the idol group Naniwa Danshi, included on their album POPMALL.
As the title suggests, it’s overflowing with happiness and sings about the importance of love and trust.
Its charm also lies in the playful, comedic expressions woven into the lyrics.
Plus, the unique choreography is fun to watch and will put you in a good mood.