[2026] A roundup of recommended Japanese wedding songs for men

rainbowSuda Masaki

Masaki Suda 'Niji' (Rainbow)

Masaki Suda’s songs deliver emotions that perfectly suit life’s milestones.

In this piece, he gently portrays the small joys of everyday life and the bonds with those we cherish.

Chosen as the theme song for the film “STAND BY ME Doraemon 2” and released in November 2020, it has also become popular as a wedding song.

Suda’s earnest vocals tenderly embrace the wish to walk through life together.

It’s a recommended track for those who want to express gratitude to someone special or take a new step in life.

The heartfelt lyrics and soothing melody are sure to resonate with many.

Banzai ~ So glad I loved you ~Urufuruzu

Ulfuls – Banzai ~I'm Glad I Fell in Love~

The signature song of Ulfuls is a positive message tune that expresses deep gratitude and joy toward a loved one.

Released in January 1996, the track is included on the album “Banzai” and became a massive hit, selling over one million copies.

Its lyrics celebrate the small happinesses of everyday life and the bonds with those we hold dear, making it perfect as BGM for weddings and anniversaries.

It was also used in a Fujicco commercial, and in the film “UDON,” Tortoise Matsumoto and Yusuke Santamaria perform it as a duet—proof of its enduring popularity across generations.

When you want to share life’s joy and gratitude, this song is sure to resonate with your heart.

Marriage Fighting-Spirit March “Best Buddies”Kishidan

Kishidan – Marriage Fighting Spirit March “Best Buddy”

It’s a perfect wedding song that passionately sings about the groom’s feelings for his best friend.

The heartwarming lyrics, which praise the beauty of friendship and love while wishing happiness for the bride and groom, are truly memorable.

Released in June 2004 as Kishidan’s sixth single, it became a hit, reaching No.

6 on the weekly Oricon charts.

The intro cleverly quotes Mendelssohn’s Wedding March.

It’s a great choice to sing as entertainment at a wedding reception or after-party.

Highly recommended for men who want to wholeheartedly celebrate their best friend’s marriage!

Loverssumika

sumika / Lovers【Music Video】

Known as a staple wedding song, this track features lyrics that delve deeply into the relationship with a loved one.

It portrays the anxieties and conflicts of romance, as well as the importance of a true bond, resonating with listeners’ hearts.

Released by sumika in May 2016, the song became a major hit, marking the band’s first track to surpass 100 million total streams.

It was included as a double A-side single alongside “Dengonka,” and was released in a CD+DVD format.

It’s perfect not only as background music for weddings and receptions, but also for expressing your feelings to someone special.

Experience this heartwarming piece filled with sumika’s sincerity and rich pop sensibilities.

I wonder if it will be sunny tomorrow.Kuwata Keisuke

Keisuke Kuwata – Will It Be Sunny Tomorrow? (Full ver.)

A song whose warm words and beautiful melody, woven by Keisuke Kuwata, resonate deeply in the heart.

It sings about the importance of overcoming life’s hardships and holding on to hope.

Released in May 2007, this track was used as the theme song for Fuji TV’s Monday 9 p.m.

drama “Operation Love,” and it captured the hearts of many.

Although it was his first solo single in about five years, it sold 168,000 copies in its first week, topping the Oricon Weekly Chart.

It is truly a work that showcases Mr.

Kuwata’s musical talent to the fullest.

It’s a perfect song to celebrate a new chapter in life, such as a wedding, and one that also gives you a push when you stand at a crossroads.

Wedding SongSaitō Kazuyoshi

Kazuyoshi Saito – Wedding Song [Music Video Short ver.]

As a perfect song for weddings, the piece released by Kazuyoshi Saito in January 2007 has warmed the hearts of many.

Originally created as a chorus section for a commercial, it was quickly released as a CD due to overwhelming requests from viewers.

The song is characterized by its warm lyrics celebrating the start of a new life and its friendly, accessible melody.

It is included on the album “Kōban” (Red Disc) as well as the best-of compilation “Utautai 15 SINGLES BEST 1993–2007,” and has become one of Saito’s signature songs.

It’s highly recommended for those looking for a song to perform as wedding entertainment or to sing at a karaoke after-party.

loveHoshino Gen

Gen Hoshino – Koi (Official Video)

It was released in 2016 as Gen Hoshino’s ninth single.

The song was used as the theme for the TBS drama “Nigeru wa Haji da ga Yaku ni Tatsu” (We Married as a Job), in which he also appeared, and the “Koi Dance” performed in the music video and during the drama’s ending became explosively popular.

It’s a song everyone can sing and dance to at weddings.