Bittersweet! Love songs by female artists recommended for the Yutori generation
In J-pop, love songs are timeless favorites across every era.
From tracks that evoke the sweet, bittersweet feelings of a first crush to songs that suggest a slightly dangerous kind of romance, these tunes resonate with listeners in all kinds of situations.
So this time, we’re introducing love songs by female artists that we recommend for the yutori generation.
They’re all classics, so we hope you’ll find a love song that suits you.
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Bittersweet! Love songs by female artists recommended for the Yutori generation (21–30)
That is a fairy.Boku ga mitakatta aozora
A winter coming-of-age song released as the 7th single in December 2025.
It tells the story of a boy who, captivated by a girl he glimpsed by chance on a station platform, boards a packed train every morning to look for her, only for the days to pass without a reunion.
It portrays a first love that keeps a fleeting encounter engraved in the heart.
It captures a delicate longing for someone elusive, almost like a fairy.
I hope you can relate to the fragility of winter romance.
summer festivalWhiteberry
A summer festival night spent with the person you like, dressed in a yukata.
You enjoyed goldfish scooping and cotton candy, yet felt the frustration of not being able to confess your feelings as you watched sparklers burn out.
Depicting a bittersweet youth anyone can relate to, this work is the third single by Whiteberry, released in August 2000.
Their reinterpretation of JITTERIN’JINN’s classic became a cover hit, reaching No.
3 on the Oricon charts and achieving an astonishing 630,000 sales.
It was also used as the theme song for the TBS drama “Fushigi na Hanashi” and earned them an appearance on NHK’s Kōhaku Uta Gassen.
It’s a quintessential summer number that touches the heart—perfect for dusk as summer draws to a close, or for reminiscing about your youth with friends.
BiryaniNogizaka 46
A song by Nogizaka46 released as their 40th single in November 2025.
It features 6th-generation members Shizuki Setoguchi and Moeka Yata as double centers.
The lyrics vividly capture the emotional wavering of young people mustering the courage to take a step forward in love.
Its upbeat, spicy dance-pop sound builds a sense of exhilaration.
It’s an energetic track that gives a push to anyone feeling the thrill of a new romance or gearing up to take on something new.
How to raise a mentally unstable person without failingHirate Yurina
This song shines with a unique concept that likens romance to a “cultivation manual.” Released in October 2025, it was selected as the ending theme for the second cour of the TV anime “Wataru-kun no XX ga Hōkai Sunzen.” It also marks Hirate’s first-ever anime tie-in.
Emotions like possessiveness and jealousy are portrayed humorously, as if in an instruction manual.
Over a pop sound, Hirate’s cool vocals ring out lightly, striking a perfect balance with the heavy theme of so-called “menhera.” Recommended for when you want to boost your romantic mood.
Peach-Colored Unrequited LoveMatsuura Aya
Released in February 2002 as Aya Matsuura’s fifth single, this song was featured in Shiseido’s “Tissera Mune-Kyun Peach” commercial, which also drew attention for Matsuura’s own appearance.
It peaked at No.
2 on the Oricon Weekly Chart, sold over 220,000 copies, and was included on the album T.W.O.
The lyrics liken the flutter of unrequited love to a peach-pink hue, and the bouncy melody that kicks off with a shouted call is instantly memorable—just listening to it lifts your spirits.
It’s the perfect track for getting hyped at karaoke with friends after school or for those heart-pounding moments when you’re nursing a crush.