A collection of romance-themed songs. Let’s listen to some Japanese love songs.

sparklersloppy dim

Sparklers / sloppy dim (Official Music Video)

A love song by sloppy dim themed around clumsy love, portraying a fragile relationship through the image of sparklers.

It tenderly weaves, with a melodious flow, the frustration of being unable to express affection well and the heartfelt desire to be accepted nonetheless.

The scene of lighting sparklers on a backstreet at night symbolizes the couple’s fleeting time together, and the emotion of not wanting to let go of the present, even while understanding it’s destined to fade, resonates deeply.

It was included on the EP “BALLOON” released in December 2020, and reached No.

11 on Apple Music’s R&B/Soul chart in February 2021.

Recommended for when you want to soak in the bittersweetness of summer’s end or savor time with someone special.

Girl feat. kojikojiSorane

Sora-ne / Girl feat. kojikoji - Official Music Video -

This is a collaborative track with kojikoji included on Soraune’s second album, “19FACT,” released in June 2020.

As Soraune has said—“I wrote from a girl’s perspective about a girl’s feelings”—the song stands out for a male rapper deliberately portraying romance from a female point of view.

It captures the inability to be straightforward and the complicated emotions toward a lover with a light, effortless flow.

Blending chill hip-hop and R&B, the soft vocals by kojikoji layer on top to create an intimate mood that makes you want to listen alone in your room at night.

Selected as MUSIC ON! TV’s “M-ON! Recommend” and Space Shower TV’s “it!,” this piece is a love song that resonates strongly with listeners of the same generation.

Because of loveSnow Man

Snow Man 'Because of Love' Rec Video

A ballad that closes out Snow Man’s fifth album, “Onko Chishin,” released in November 2025.

Written and composed by Taisuke Nakamura and TAKAROT, the song delicately portrays the inner turmoil and regrets of a heart swayed by love.

Its familiar, classic J-pop sound is enriched by the nine members’ overlapping harmonies that resonate deeply.

The recording footage has also been released, offering a glimpse into the emotions the members poured into their vocals.

So in love I’m gonna perish!M!LK

M!LK – So in love it’s devastating! (Official Music Video)

This is a pure love song by M!LK that began streaming in October 2025.

Portraying explosive feelings of love in a comedic, pop-infused way, the track stands out with lyrics featuring MUTEKI DEAD SNAKE’s playful wordcraft and a highly addictive melody by Takashi Asano.

The music video, themed around a matador, showcases sharp choreography set in a pop-styled world where hearts flutter about.

It’s the perfect number for anyone who wants to express their feelings of love to the fullest or is looking for an energizing song.

absorbed; engrossed; infatuated; crazy aboutBE:FIRST

BE:FIRST / Muchuu -Recording Video- (Theme song for Fuji TV Thursday Drama 'Calm by the Waves, A Married Couple's Fine Day')

Many listeners are likely captivated by love songs that sing of straightforward, earnest romance, even if a little clumsy.

This track by BE:FIRST is exactly that kind of song.

Its gospel-tinged sound is soothing and warms the heart just by listening.

The song serves as the theme for the drama “Nami Uraraka ni, Meoto Biyori,” set in the Showa era and depicting the sweet, slightly bittersweet everyday life of a newlywed couple.

It portrays a deep affection that needs no words to be understood, and a tenderness so strong you want to call your partner’s name over and over—feelings many will relate to.

The song is included on the single “GRIT,” released in May 2025.

It’s a love song brimming with happiness that reminds you of how precious your loved one is.

Blue JeansHANA

HANA / Blue Jeans -Music Video-

A mid-tempo ballad that portrays a tender yet slightly bittersweet love, like a pair of well-worn jeans.

This track, released in July 2025 by HANA, who emerged from the audition show “No No Girls,” features lyrics written by producer Chanmina.

You can really feel the ache of nighttime anxiety—wondering “When will we meet again?”—and the loss of confidence that comes from comparing yourself to others.

Although their debut single “ROSE” topped the charts, this release also includes a collaboration with the casual brand DIESEL.

It’s the kind of song that will gently stay by your side on sleepless nights spent worrying about love or when you want to sort out your feelings.

MoonlightRen

Moonlight

ReN is a singer-songwriter with the unique background of being a former racing driver.

His love song “Moonlight” is a lyrical ballad that conjures scenes of thinking about someone dear on a quiet night.

The soft tones of the acoustic guitar and the layered vocals create a spatial ensemble that leaves a strong impression.

Looking at the lyrics, the message unfolds that even amid loneliness and silence, if you close your eyes, the smile of “you” that comes to mind is a light that illuminates the darkness.

It’s a message that resonates in the heart—that even when we’re apart, our hearts remain connected.