Songs that play during moving scenes. A collection of classic tracks that evoke deep emotion.

When you think back on moving scenes in dramas, movies, anime, or documentaries, there’s always wonderful music playing, isn’t there?

Whether it’s a song with lyrics that match the story or an instrumental with a beautiful melody, the types of tracks vary—but each one has its own moment that truly resonates.

In this article, we’ll introduce a collection of lovely songs that perfectly suit emotional scenes.

Use it as a reference when choosing music for moving moments, not only for weddings and receptions, but also for graduations, farewell parties, birthdays, and more.

Playlist

Songs that play during moving scenes. A collection of classic tracks that evoke deep emotion.
	Title	Playlist	Review
1	FanfareTamaki Kōji		Koji Tamaki’s new song, the theme for a drama, gives you the courage to move forward.
2	I love youback number		A masterpiece that sings of the treasures in everyday life
3	Grand Escape (Movie edit) feat. Toko MiuraRADWIMPS		Weathering With You, a song of hope for the future
4	It’s nothing.RADWIMPS		A soul-stirring masterpiece: RADWIMPS’s classic song
5	CorrectRADWIMPS		An encouraging song for young people walking the path of youth
6	About meMrs. GREEN APPLE		A song that affirms both the beauty and the suffering of life
7	Cherry Blossom Rainabsorb		An inspiring song that portrays a page of youth
8	Thank youikimonogakari		Ikimono-gakari’s classic that portrays gratitude and love
9	The impact of a single dropUVERworld		UVERworld’s saving song: forgiveness and courage
10	OCEANB’z		A classic masterpiece by B’z, a moving love song
11	One Lovearashi		Arashi’s hit song “Love so sweet,” a movie theme song
12	1.15 Million Kilometers of FilmOfisharu Higedan Dism		A heartwarming song that portrays affection for a partner
13	March 9Remioromen		Remioromen's heartwarming spring song
14	Beautiful worldAimer		A song whose beautiful voice and tone resonate with the heart
15	Stand by me, Stand by you.Hirai Dai		A masterpiece that sings about Dai Hirai’s fateful encounter
16	The One and Only Flower in the WorldSMAP		SMAP’s moving song about being yourself
17	Unchanging ThingsOku Hanako		The moving insert song from The Girl Who Leapt Through Time, a masterpiece by Hanako Oku
18	NonfictionHirai Ken		A moving ballad born from a friend's death
19	leap day personRADWIMPS		An emotional movie theme song by RADWIMPS that sings of the preciousness of life.
20	Is there still anything that love can do?RADWIMPS		Theme song of Weathering With You: the deep meaning of love and life
21	See youDREAMS COME TRUE		A classic that sings of farewells and the hope of reunion
22	366 daysHY		Expressing the earnest feelings of unrequited love
23	pyramid[Alexandros]		Theme song for a TV Asahi drama
24	Homeward Road in MarchHirai Dai		A moving ballad depicting Dai Hirai’s graduation
25	hundreds of millions of light-yearsOmoinotake		A moving classic that sings of long-distance love
26	Song of DepartureClass 3-E		A touching graduation song from Assassination Classroom
27	wrap (as in: wrap up filming)Yamazaki Ikusaburo		The sound of a film camera and the bittersweet lyrics resonate in my heart.
28	The curtain risesback number		A ballad by back number that serves as a movie theme song
29	MiracleGReeeeN		The Trajectory of Life Woven by a Piano Melody
30	Blown by the windElefanto Kashimashi		It’s one of Elephant Kashimashi’s classic songs…
31	Rose of PassionTHE BLUE HEARTS		Cheer Song of THE BLUE HEARTS
32	humorKitanitatsuya		Words have the power to heal the heart forever.
33	Run Through the MemoriesMy Hair is Bad		It begins with a soft, gentle timbre and builds into a grand ro…
34	my nameback number		The heartrending emotions of back number are explosively...
35	KanadeSukima Suichi		A heartrending farewell story set to a piano melody
36	rainbowSuda Masaki		A moving work featuring a film’s theme song sung by Masaki Suda
37	soundtrackCreepy Nuts × Sugata Masaki		A moving song that touches the heart and conveys the meaning of life
38	sonetACIDMAN		A song by ACIDMAN that portrays the importance of living true to oneself
39	The True Nature of TearsSUPER BEAVER		A rock song that sings of loneliness and heartache
40	Let’s become a familyFukuyama Masaharu		A heartwarming classic by Masaharu Fukuyama that depicts love and the bonds of family
41	Hill of the Rainbow and the Sunpiyo piyo		The ending of Ranma 1/2 really resonates with me.
42	secret base ~What You Gave Me~ (10 years after Ver.)Honma Meiko (Kayano Ai) Anjou Naruko (Toumatsu Haruka) Tsurumi Chiriko (Hayami Saori)		The ending song of Anohana is bittersweet.
43	Dear daysHirai Ken		The grand ballad, the theme song of JIN, sung by Ken Hirai
44	Last StardustAimer		Many tears for UBW’s moving insert song
45	In the Morning of DeterminationAqua Timez		An inspiring song that sings about the courage to face forward and move on.
46	I want to shout that I love youBAAD		Introduction to the opening theme song of Slam Dunk
47	karmaBUMP OF CHICKEN		An introduction to the moving theme songs of classic anime openings
48	I long to see you now.MISIA		The moving ending song of “Jin”
49	far awayRita		An emotional insert song that makes you cry even if you know the ending
50	For YouSuara		The moving song from the final episode of Utawarerumono
51	Our TomorrowElefanto Kashimashi		A masterpiece that sings of hope and courage in life
52	My NoteSukima Suichi		A heartwarming song by Sukima Switch that portrays self-growth and hope
53	SymphonyHirai Dai		Dai Hirai’s movie theme song love ballad
54	I touched an angel!Hōkago Tī Taimu		The touching graduation song from K-On!!
55	ElegyHirai Ken		The theme song of the film “The Prisoner of Love,” which deals with adultery…
56	Melody of the HeartShirahamasaka Koukou Gasshou-bu		My mother's song, a heartrendingly beautiful melody.
57	On the hill where the moon is visible tonightB’z		B’z’s heartrending, moving song
58	single-minded; wholehearted; devoted; earnestKing Gnu		A love song where fierce passion and aching longing intertwine
59	MPRINCESS PRINCESS		The classic song “M” by Princess Princess
60	Critical HitRADWIMPS		RADWIMPS' youth-supporting rock song
61	Tears of MagnoliaStardust Revue		The aching feeling of thinking about a loved one
62	Forever LoveX JAPAN		Inspirational songs by X JAPAN
63	contrailArai Yumi		Expressing Yumi Arai’s youthful impressions with a clear, translucent singing voice
64	Give me an unbalanced kissTakahashi Hiro		A beloved classic ending theme from Yu Yu Hakusho that transcends generations
65	The Zero Sense10-FEET		The theme song of the Slam Dunk movie was moving.
66	The Final RiverCHEMISTRY		A movie theme song singing of fate and love for family
67	deep forestDo As Infinity		Inuyasha ending song, a masterpiece that sings of hope in life
68	My greatest treasureLiSA		The moving insert song from Angel Beats!
69	My Past Life, Many Lifetimes AgoRADWIMPS		The songs featured in “Your Name” became a huge hit.
70	When the seasons goSPEED		A moving classic by SPEED, echoing with bittersweet feelings
71	I♥UTHE★SCANTY		Poignant lyrics depicting a crush and the emotion they evoke
72	Two Shadowsriya		An emotional insert song from CLANNAD
73	Small palmriya		An emotional and heartrending masterpiece from CLANNAD's soundtrack
74	treasurekomuro yui		A soothing ballad that sings of familial love
75	FriendKetsumeishi		A heartwarming classic that sings of the power of friendship
76	dogwood (flowering dogwood)Hitoto Yo		Dogwood is moving and perfect for presentations.
77	happily ever afterNakagawa Shoko		The moving insert song from Gurren Lagann
78	TouchIwasaki Yoshimi		The theme song of “Touch,” a moving masterpiece
79	YUME WeatherShimatani Hitomi		The heartwarming theme song of the Doraemon movie
80	Close your eyesHirai Ken		The depth and beauty of love depicted in Ken Hirai’s classic song
81	If I’m wrapped in kindnessMatsutōya Yumi		The heartwarming theme song of Kiki's Delivery Service
82	If I’m wrapped in kindnessArai Yumi		The moving theme song of Kiki's Delivery Service
83	Storieskuroishi hitomi		I was moved by the insert song in Code Geass.
84	Thank youSun Set Swish		Moved by the poignant melody and visuals
85	Even if you break tomorrowWANDS		A moving and heartrending masterpiece from a Yu-Gi-Oh! ending theme
86	migratory bird[Alexandros]		An uplifting, refreshing rock number
87	The world calls it love.Sambomasutā		Train Man theme song, a song by Sambomaster
88	Full-Power BoySukima Suichi		“Zenkoku Shonen” is a masterpiece that gives you the courage to take on challenges.
89	Izayoi TearsYoshioka Aika		Hakuouki OP, deep bass and a heartrending singing voice
90	I’m only gazing at you.Daikoku Maki		A classic song that portrays the bittersweet emotions of youthful love.
91	Yamazaki is number one!Yamazaki Kunimasa		A song of courage and hope toward our dreams
92	Always With MeKimura Yumi		The moving theme song of Spirited Away
93	At any timeMakihara Noriyuki		In hard times, in sad times, in happy times—no matter when…
94	Name of LifeHisaishi Joe		It's a song from Studio Ghibli's Spirited Away. Non-...
95	powder snowRemioromen		A moving theme song—Fujimaki’s vocals are deeply touching.
96	sentimentalHirai Ken		A classic song that portrays the bittersweet first love of Ken Hirai’s youth.
97	SparkleRADWIMPS		Theme song of the movie Your Name by RADWIMPS
98	Peerless BlossomAina ji Endo		A grand ballad for a film’s theme song, expressing love and loss
99	One more time, One more chanceYamazaki Masayoshi		The charm of a deeply moving, heart-touching song
100	Let me give you a songTakeuchi Mariya		Mariya Takeuchi: An Anthem of Hope and Courage