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

MiracleGReeeeN

GReeeeN – Kiseki

GReeeeN’s seventh single, released in May 2008, became a massive hit as the theme song for the TBS drama “ROOKIES.” It debuted at No.

1 on the Oricon Singles Chart in its first week and ranked fourth on the 2008 year-end chart.

In 2009, it also achieved the remarkable feat of being recognized by Guinness World Records.

The lyrics portray a vow of everlasting love, intertwining the miracle of the two meeting with the path they have walked so far.

The straightforward words conveying ever-deepening affection resonate deeply with listeners.

It’s a perfect song for looking back on memories with a loved one or finding the courage to step into the future.

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Kobukuro – Tsubomi

Released in March 2007 as the 14th single, this masterpiece was newly written as the theme song for the drama “Tokyo Tower: Mom and Me, and Sometimes Dad.” Created by Kentaro Kobuchi in memory of his late mother, the song won the Excellent Work Award at the Japan Record Awards and was also selected as the entrance march for the 80th National High School Baseball Invitational Tournament.

Like a tiny bud before it blooms, it warmly portrays the power of growth even in an unfinished state, along with heartfelt gratitude to the loved ones who always cheered us on.

It is a gentle song that, when you remember someone precious you can no longer meet, lets you feel that they are still watching over you from somewhere.

LemonYonezu Kenshi

Kenshi Yonezu – Lemon

This song portrays feelings for a loved one who has been lost, likening them to the bitterness of a lemon.

Its lyrics, where the pain of never meeting again intersects with the warm memories that still remain in the heart, strike listeners deeply.

Kenshi Yonezu created it based on his own experience of losing his grandfather, and that earnest emotion permeates the entire piece.

Released in March 2018 as the theme song for the drama “Unnatural,” it spent a total of seven weeks at No.

1 on the Billboard Japan Hot 100.

At the 69th NHK Kohaku Uta Gassen, he performed it via live broadcast from his hometown in Tokushima Prefecture, moving many viewers to tears.

It is a quiet companion for those who have lost someone precious or who wish to face the farewells that inevitably come someday.

Spot the differenceSuda Masaki

Masaki Suda 'Machigai Sagashi' (Spot the Difference)

This work, in which Masaki Suda—active as an actor—sings a song by Kenshi Yonezu, was released as a digital single in May 2019.

Chosen as the theme song for the drama “Perfect World,” it garnered enormous attention, winning 32 awards.

It tells the story of a protagonist who once felt like a mistake, but finds the meaning of life through meeting someone precious—deeply resonating with those who struggle with self-denial.

A fated love so powerful that questions of right or wrong cease to matter is conveyed through Masaki Suda’s strong, straightforward vocals, stirring the heart with every listen.

It is one of his signature tracks, also included on the album “LOVE.”

Wherever you areONE OK ROCK

Wherever you are

A tear-jerking rock ballad that sings a vow of eternal love: “No matter where you are, I’ll always be by your side.” One of ONE OK ROCK’s signature songs, included on their 2010 album Niche Syndrome.

It was featured in NTT Docomo’s 2015 commercial “Family,” and ranked No.

1 for songs used at weddings for two consecutive years, 2017 and 2018.

It’s a track you’ll want to hear when you want to reaffirm your bond with someone important, especially if you’re not great at expressing your love straightforwardly.

THE OVERUVERworld

UVERworld　『THE OVER』

The 22nd single, released in August 2012, was chosen as the theme song for the drama “Kuro no Onna Kyōshi” and reached No.

2 on the Oricon Weekly Chart.

The lyrics convey a strong determination to keep moving forward while confronting one’s own weaknesses and insecurities.

When you stumble at work or struggle with relationships, listening to this song gives you the courage to “surpass yourself.” Its sound—woven from heavy guitar riffs and emotional vocals—stirs the listener’s heart, to the point where tears may almost fall.

It’s a song that stands by those who have experienced setbacks or are facing a wall right now.

Legendary Convenience StoreHayashi Nako, Ehara Masashi

This is a song used in the music program “Machikado Do Re Mi,” which was broadcast on NHK Educational.

The mismatched pairing of the ubiquitous “convenience store” and “legend” is amusing.

It makes you feel like you’re playing an RPG.

In the third verse, a shocking twist awaits.