Millennial Generation: Iconic Heisei-Era Songs That Defined Our Youth
Do you still find yourself humming songs from the Heisei era? When you think back on your youth, don’t you remember the moments you encountered songs that resonated with your heart? For those of the “Yutori” generation in particular, the classic hits of the Heisei period may hold a special place.
Those songs are now spoken of alongside fond memories.
Here, we introduce melodies and lyrics that have been loved across generations.
You’re sure to find one that’s tied to your own cherished memories.
Playlist
| Millennial Generation: Iconic Heisei-Era Songs That Defined Our Youth | |||
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| show_chart | Title | Playlist | Review |
| 1 | 366 daysHY | play_arrow | Theme song of HY’s film “Red Thread” |
| 2 | StoryAI | play_arrow | A moving song composed by AI that depicts the trajectory of a life |
| 3 | A Little Love SongMONGOL800 | play_arrow | A moving song about feelings for someone special |
| 4 | FlowerORANGE RANGE | play_arrow | A moving song filled with the pain of parting and a wish for reunion |
| 5 | The One and Only Flower in the WorldSMAP | play_arrow | A song that values each person's individuality |
| 6 | TSUNAMISazan Ōrusutāzu | play_arrow | A timeless, heart-touching masterpiece by Southern All Stars |
| 7 | All of the YouthFujifaburikku | play_arrow | A classic coming-of-age song that depicts the end of summer |
| 8 | dogwood (flowering dogwood)Hitoto Yo | play_arrow | Yo Hitoto’s “Hanamizuki,” a prayer song for peace and love |
| 9 | cherry blossomMoriyama Naotaro | play_arrow | Iconic songs of parting and new beginnings in the cherry blossom season |
| 10 | crescent moonayaka | play_arrow | A classic song that poignantly portrays the feelings of a long-distance romance. |
| 11 | The Door to TomorrowI WiSH | play_arrow | Youth songs for graduation and new beginnings, filled with hope and emotion |
| 12 | powder snowRemioromen | play_arrow | Remioromen’s signature song “Konayuki” |
| 13 | cherry (sweet cherry; cherry fruit)Otsuka Ai | play_arrow | Ai Otsuka’s love song sings about two years of memories. |
| 14 | Pure Love SongShonan no Kaze | play_arrow | A heartwarming masterpiece by Shonan no Kaze that portrays love |
| 15 | SakurazakaFukuyama Masaharu | play_arrow | The pain of heartbreak and the bittersweet feelings of cherry blossom season |
| 16 | A future we create togetherKetsumeishi | play_arrow | A love song expressing gratitude for meeting a special person and hope for the future |
| 17 | Heavy rotationAKB48 | play_arrow | AKB48’s “Koi Suru Fortune Cookie” is a big hit. |
| 18 | Chocolate DiscoPerfume | play_arrow | A classic, pop-style love song for Valentine’s Day |
| 19 | CHE.R.RYYUI | play_arrow | Flip-phone love mail, pure feelings |
| 20 | Joyfulikimonogakari | play_arrow | The memorable song from the Pocky commercial, with a bright, cheerful vocal |
| 21 | Apply false eyelasheskyarī pamyu pamyu | play_arrow | Kyary Pamyu Pamyu's debut single |
| 22 | Peach-Colored Unrequited LoveMatsuura Aya | play_arrow | Aya Matsuura’s peach-colored love song |
| 23 | Spring, Summer, Autumn, WinterHilcrhyme | play_arrow | Released in September 2009, Hilcr… |
| 24 | Baby, I love youTEE | play_arrow | A sincere love song, a heart-touching ballad |
| 25 | Good-bye daysYUI for Amaoto Kaoru | play_arrow | Ephemeral farewells and the bittersweet feelings of youth |
| 26 | cotton candyback number | play_arrow | A bittersweet song depicting the budding feelings of love at a summer festival |
| 27 | Night of Osmanthuskinoko teikoku | play_arrow | The poignant autumn song by Kinoko Teikoku resonates in the heart. |
| 28 | budKobukuro | play_arrow | A song of feelings for a precious person and hope for the future |
| 29 | Blue BenchSasuke | play_arrow | A moving work about heartbreak and songs of memories, touching generations |
| 30 | March 9Remioromen | play_arrow | A graduation song beloved by the Yutori generation |
| 31 | Song of LoveKōda Kumi | play_arrow | Kumi Koda’s poignant ballad that gives love |
| 32 | Close your eyesHirai Ken | play_arrow | One day, all at once, the sorrow of losing someone I love, and the— |
| 33 | User ManualNishino Kana | play_arrow | Kana Nishino’s theme song—a track inspired by an instruction manual. |


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