[2026] A roundup of recommended Japanese wedding songs for men
When it comes to once-in-a-lifetime events like weddings and receptions, choosing the right background music is a crucial element—both for the atmosphere and for creating lasting memories.
For men who are struggling to decide on the songs to play on the big day—such as the BGM for the ceremony or the tracks to sing at the karaoke after-party—we’ve put together a list of recommended Japanese wedding songs for men.
We focused our research on songs that are actually popular at weddings in the Reiwa era, creating a lineup that reflects the latest trends.
Be sure to check it out!
Playlist
| [2026] A roundup of recommended Japanese wedding songs for men | |||
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| show_chart | Title | Playlist | Review |
| 1east | 1.15 Million Kilometers of FilmOfisharu Higedan Dism |  play_arrow | Comparing the precious moments of life to movie film… |
| 2east | Wherever you areONE OK ROCK |  play_arrow | ONE themed around deep affection and an eternal vow… |
| 3east | Stand by me, Stand by you.Hirai Dai |  play_arrow | Dai Hirai resonates pleasantly along with the sound of the ukulele... |
| 4east | It’s nothing.makaroni enpitsu |  play_arrow | Lyrics that capture the small, everyday moments with a lover touch my heart... |
| 5east | AiHata Motohiro |  play_arrow | Released in 2010 as Motohiro Hata’s ninth single… |
| 6east | Just by you being herekome kome CLUB |  play_arrow | Just having the person I love by my side makes me feel happy… |
| 7east | Banzai ~ So glad I loved you ~Urufuruzu |  play_arrow | One of Ulfuls’ signature songs conveys a deep affection for a loved one... |
| 8east | Lion HeartSMAP |  play_arrow | As the 32nd single by SMAP, in 200... |
| 9east | I wonder if it will be sunny tomorrow.Kuwata Keisuke |  play_arrow | The warm words and beautiful ... spun by Mr. Keisuke Kuwata |
| 10east | rainbowSuda Masaki |  play_arrow | Masaki Suda’s songs have always supported me at life’s turning points... |
| 11east | Loverssumika |  play_arrow | Known as a classic wedding song, it… |
| 12east | Wedding SongSaitō Kazuyoshi |  play_arrow | As a perfect song for weddings, Kazuyoshi Saito’s … |
| 13east | loveHoshino Gen |  play_arrow | Released in 2016 as Gen Hoshino’s ninth single... |
| 14east | CheersNagabuchi Tsuyoshi |  play_arrow | The third release by Nagabuchi in 1980... |
| 15east | Marriage Fighting-Spirit March “Best Buddies”Kishidan |  play_arrow | Passionately singing about his feelings for the groom’s best friend, mas… |
| 16east | Love KnotNovelbright |  play_arrow | Created with the intention of being used at a wedding… |
| 17east | Love so sweetarashi |  play_arrow | As Arashi’s 18th single, in 2007... |
| 18east | Cinderella GirlKing&Prince |  play_arrow | It was released in May 2018 as the debut single… |
| 19east | Let’s become a familyFukuyama Masaharu |  play_arrow | A warm, gently embracing melody and lyrics that resonate with the heart... |
| 20east | Old-fashionedback number |  play_arrow | A back ... characterized by heartrending lyrics and melody |
| 21east | MarrySuchmos |  play_arrow | Suchmos’s love song, a resolve to walk with a life partner |
| 22east | GiftET-KING |  play_arrow | As ET-KING’s sixth single, 2… |
| 23east | A future we create togetherKetsumeishi |  play_arrow | Ketsumeishi’s 24th single, “Bara….” |
| 24east | Love SongGReeeeN |  play_arrow | Released as GReeeeN’s third single overall… |
| 25east | Together forever…GLAY |  play_arrow | Released in 1995 as GLAY’s fifth single… |
| 26east | AnniversaryKinKi Kids |  play_arrow | The 20th single by KinKi Kids… |
| 27east | Can I call it magic?Hirai Ken |  play_arrow | As Ken Hirai’s 40th single in 2016… |
| 28east | Precious LoveEXILE ATSUSHI |  play_arrow | The 6th single by EXILE ATSUSHI... |
| 29east | bouquetMarushii |  play_arrow | Marcy's moving love-themed song |
| 30east | OCEANB’z |  play_arrow | As B’z’s 39th single, in 2005… |
| 31east | Eternal, unchanging loveOda Tetsurō |  play_arrow | As Tetsuro Oda’s solo single, in 1992... |
| 32east | SAY YESCHAGE and ASKA |  play_arrow | CHAGE & ASKA’s 27th single… |
| 33east | Lifetime RespectMiki Dōsan |  play_arrow | As the 11th single by Miki Dōzan, in 200... |
| 34east | I’ll be by your side.Maeda Nobuteru |  play_arrow | As the fifth single overall by Wataru Maeda, 19… |
| 35east | Heart KnotYuuma |  play_arrow | A warm ballad of gratitude celebrating a new beginning in life. |
| 36east | I want to hug you.Mr.Children |  play_arrow | Mr.Children’s second single… |
| 37east | forever; for good; indefinitelyGReeeeN |  play_arrow | A ballad depicting memories and love with a lover |
| 38east | Your Song for YouKawasaki Takaya |  play_arrow | A heartwarming song that contrasts cosmic love with everyday love |
| 39east | You’re the Only…Ono Masatoshi |  play_arrow | As Masatoshi Ono’s third single in 1992… |
| 40east | Pure Love SongShonan no Kaze |  play_arrow | As Shonan no Kaze’s fifth single, released in 2006… |
| 41east | An unfinished love song I’ve been working on foreverHata Motohiro |  play_arrow | Motohiro Hata’s love ballad as a movie theme song |
| 42east | ForeverGosuperāzu |  | As the 14th single by The Gospellers, 2… |
| 43east | IvyNovelbright |  play_arrow | A warm piece that goes beyond the realm of a wedding ballad… |
| 44east | Say I doTravis Japan |  play_arrow | A love song that depicts feelings of being in love |
| 45east | KSKDAIGO |  play_arrow | As DAIGO’s fourth single, 201… |
| 46east | Can I try saying “I love you”?Matsushita Kohei |  play_arrow | This song, woven by Kohei Matsushita’s singing voice, … |
| 47east | Only for youShonentai |  play_arrow | Released in 1987 as Shonentai’s sixth single… |
| 48east | Rain, then Sunshine Hallelujahyuzu |  play_arrow | As Yuzu’s 39th single overall, 201… |
| 49east | TRUE LOVEFujii Fumiya |  play_arrow | As Fumiya Fujii’s second single, in 199... |