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

IvyNovelbright

Novelbright – Ivy [Official Music Video]

It’s a song that goes beyond the realm of a wedding ballad—a warm crystallization of friendship.

Novelbright’s vocalist, Yudai Takenaka, crafted this gem to celebrate his best friend’s marriage.

Released in October 2024, it even comes with a romantic tale of being performed as a surprise at the actual wedding.

Set to a gentle melody, it sings of the irreplaceable days spent with the one you love.

This piece beautifully conveys feelings for someone special—those emotions that are hard to put into words.

It’s perfect for a once-in-a-lifetime moment like a wedding reception performance!

Say I doTravis Japan

Travis Japan – ‘Say I do’ Music Video

An exquisite love song that portrays the feeling of being in love with pure sincerity.

Serving as a centerpiece of the double A-side CD single to be released in March 2025, it has been selected as the theme song for the drama “Honnō Switch.” Its heartwarming melody, which gently embraces the precious moment of pledging eternal love, is truly the essence of this work.

It’s a song we especially recommend for those who wish to spend special moments with the one they love.

KSKDAIGO

DAIGO [KSK ~Full Ver.~]

It was released in 2016 as DAIGO’s fourth single.

In April 2016, “K S K,” which DAIGO sang at his own wedding reception for his bride, Keiko Kitagawa, drew a strong response and was subsequently released on CD.

In “DAI-go” (DAIGO’s wordplay), KSK means “Please marry me.” Overflowing with memories of Keiko Kitagawa and DAIGO’s feelings, this wedding song seems poised to become a staple at future wedding ceremonies.

Can I try saying “I love you”?Matsushita Kohei

Kohei Matsushita – Is It Okay If I Say I Love You? (Music Video)

Woven by Kohei Matsushita’s vocals, this song is a heartwarming love ballad that portrays a straightforward confession of love to a partner.

The lyrics and composition by Takahito Uchisawa of androp blend beautifully with Matsushita’s soulful singing.

It tenderly captures the moment when you find the courage to say “I love you,” a phrase that’s usually too embarrassing to express, resulting in a piece that resonates deeply with listeners.

Released digitally in October 2024, the track is also perfect as wedding BGM.

Its warm vocals and melody, filled with feelings for a loved one, will make a happy day shine even brighter.

Only for youShonentai

Only for you ✨ Shonentai

It was released in 1987 as Shonentai’s sixth single.

It was the group’s first slow ballad and became their fifth number-one hit on the Oricon charts.

With this song, they appeared at the 38th NHK Kohaku Uta Gassen.

Listening now, it feels fresh as a love song sung just for you.

During the song, there is a performance where the members snap their fingers.

Rain, then Sunshine Hallelujahyuzu

Yuzu “Ame nochi Hareruya”

Released in 2013 as Yuzu’s 39th single.

The song was used as the theme for the NHK morning drama series “Gochisousan,” and is based on Kazuya Sato’s “Sakurairo no Waltz.” The music video was directed by Mika Ninagawa, who also shot the cover art, creating a distinctive, original world.

It’s a song that expresses straightforward love.

TRUE LOVEFujii Fumiya

TRUE LOVE / Fumiya Fujii

It was released in 1993 as Fumiya Fujii’s second single.

Following the breakup of The Checkers, it was issued as the first major release of his full-fledged solo career and was used as the theme song for Fuji TV’s Monday 9 p.m.

drama “Asunaro Hakusho.” The song became a massive hit, selling over two million copies, and remains Fujii’s biggest hit.

Influenced by the drama’s popularity, it also became a wedding standard, and Fujii himself reportedly sang it at many weddings.