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A wonderful, moving song

Great songs recommended for men. Masterpieces and popular Japanese songs that resonate with the heart.

I think there are many songs you’ve heard at least once or already know! And every one of them is a song that will make you think, “What a great tune,” after just one listen! We’ve gathered lots of great songs—perfect for singing at karaoke, diving into and listening carefully, or enjoying together with someone else!

Recommended songs for men: moving Japanese classics and popular tracks (101–110)

Far, far awayMakihara Noriyuki

Far Away, Far Away – Noriyuki Makihara (Full)
Far, far awayMakihara Noriyuki

Although it was originally an album track, being featured in a commercial brought it to widespread attention.

The lyrics, written with a friend in mind, are truly heartwarming.

It’s a song I’d love friends who are dear to us—even when we’re apart—to listen to.

It’s also perfect for the autumn season.

HOMEShimizu Shota

This is Shota Shimizu’s debut song, which still enjoys strong support from young people.

You can feel his emotions toward his beloved hometown.

Many people who spend their first autumn away after leaving home will find this song both heartrending and encouraging, giving them the courage to say, “I’ll do my best.”

I can’t say it.Gō Hiromi

I don’t know many of Hiromi Go’s songs, but I love this ballad.

It portrays a man’s feelings as he wavers—he loves someone very dearly, yet fears that confessing his feelings might ruin their relationship.

Hiromi Go’s sexy vocals make it resonate even more deeply.

rainbowAqua Timez

Aqua Timez “Niji” Music Video (Theme song for the drama Gokusen Season 3)
rainbowAqua Timez

It was released in 2008 as Aqua Timez’s sixth single.

The song was used as the theme for the Nippon TV drama Gokusen: The Third Season and reached No.

2 on the Oricon Weekly Singles Chart.

It carries the message that “when you overcome hardship, joy will surely await you.”

Rising SunEXILE

EXILE / Rising Sun -short version-
Rising SunEXILE

It was released in 2011 as EXILE’s 37th single.

Created as a charity song to support recovery efforts in areas affected by the Great East Japan Earthquake, it reached number one on the Oricon Weekly Singles Chart.

Even without direct words of encouragement, its message that the sun will rise again gives strength.

Recommended songs for men: moving Japanese classics and popular tracks (111–120)

stepsGReeeeN

It was released in 2009 as GReeeeN’s ninth single.

The song was used for U-Can’s 2009 campaign and reached No.

2 on the Oricon Weekly Singles Chart.

It’s a song that teaches the importance of persevering and steadily working without stopping.

RPGSEKAI NO OWARI

Released in 2013 as SEKAI NO OWARI’s fourth major-label single.

The song was used as the theme for the Toho-distributed film “Crayon Shin-chan: Very Tasty! B-Class Gourmet Survival!!” and reached No.

2 on the Oricon Weekly Singles Chart.

It’s a track that makes you feel you’re not the only one going through hard times.