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
	Title	Playlist	Review
1	StoryAI		A moving song composed by AI that depicts the trajectory of a life
2	366 daysHY		Theme song of HY’s film “Red Thread”
3	A Little Love SongMONGOL800		A moving song about feelings for someone special
4	FlowerORANGE RANGE		A moving song filled with the pain of parting and a wish for reunion
5	The One and Only Flower in the WorldSMAP		A song that values each person's individuality
6	TSUNAMISazan Ōrusutāzu		A timeless, heart-touching masterpiece by Southern All Stars
7	dogwood (flowering dogwood)Hitoto Yo		Yo Hitoto’s “Hanamizuki,” a prayer song for peace and love
8	cherry blossomMoriyama Naotaro		Iconic songs of parting and new beginnings in the cherry blossom season
9	crescent moonayaka		A classic song that poignantly portrays the feelings of a long-distance romance.
10	All of the YouthFujifaburikku		A classic coming-of-age song that depicts the end of summer
11	The Door to TomorrowI WiSH		Youth songs for graduation and new beginnings, filled with hope and emotion
12	powder snowRemioromen		Remioromen’s signature song “Konayuki”
13	cherry (sweet cherry; cherry fruit)Otsuka Ai		Ai Otsuka’s love song sings about two years of memories.
14	Pure Love SongShonan no Kaze		A heartwarming masterpiece by Shonan no Kaze that portrays love
15	SakurazakaFukuyama Masaharu		The pain of heartbreak and the bittersweet feelings of cherry blossom season
16	A future we create togetherKetsumeishi		A love song expressing gratitude for meeting a special person and hope for the future
17	Heavy rotationAKB48		AKB48’s “Koi Suru Fortune Cookie” is a big hit.
18	Chocolate DiscoPerfume		A classic, pop-style love song for Valentine’s Day
19	CHE.R.RYYUI		Flip-phone love mail, pure feelings
20	Joyfulikimonogakari		The memorable song from the Pocky commercial, with a bright, cheerful vocal
21	Apply false eyelasheskyarī pamyu pamyu		Kyary Pamyu Pamyu's debut single
22	Peach-Colored Unrequited LoveMatsuura Aya		Aya Matsuura’s peach-colored love song
23	Spring, Summer, Autumn, WinterHilcrhyme		Hilcrhyme’s signature single
24	Baby, I love youTEE		A sincere love song, a heart-touching ballad
25	Good-bye daysYUI for Amaoto Kaoru		Ephemeral farewells and the bittersweet feelings of youth
26	cotton candyback number		A bittersweet song depicting the budding feelings of love at a summer festival
27	Night of Osmanthuskinoko teikoku		The poignant autumn song by Kinoko Teikoku resonates in the heart.
28	budKobukuro		A song of feelings for a precious person and hope for the future
29	Blue BenchSasuke		A moving work about heartbreak and songs of memories, touching generations
30	March 9Remioromen		A graduation song beloved by the Yutori generation
31	Song of LoveKōda Kumi		Kumi Koda’s poignant ballad that gives love
32	Close your eyesHirai Ken		Singing of the loss of a loved one and an unchanging love
33	User ManualNishino Kana		Kana Nishino’s theme song—a track inspired by an instruction manual.