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[Nostalgic Songs] A compilation of classic anime themes that hit home for those born in the Showa and Heisei eras

A Vocaloid producer who is also a music writerWakachan Araki
I’ve worked in a variety of roles—regardless of pro or amateur settings—including live event PA, cameraman for video and photography, restaurant staff, and logistics center staff. I now spend my days as a part-time writer. I’ve contributed to music and manga websites with feature/review articles, and wrote the liner notes included as a bonus for 1st PLACE Inc.’s “IA SUPER BEST.” As for my music background, I started playing guitar in junior high and focused on band activities during my school years. For over 15 years since then, up to the present, I’ve continued releasing original tracks as a Vocaloid producer. My areas of expertise are Japanese rock, Vocaloid, and manga.

Don’t we all have anime songs we used to listen to a lot as kids?

You might not remember the story, but you can still sing the opening chorus—pretty relatable, right?

In this article, I’ve rounded up nostalgic anime songs that will take you right back to your childhood the moment you hear them.

I’ve picked tracks from the 1980s to the 2000s, so it should resonate with a wide range of ages.

Take your time and see if you can find that one song from your memories!

[Nostalgic Songs] A collection of nostalgic anime themes that resonate with those born in the Showa and Heisei eras (31–40)

Babel IIIchiro Mizuki

[Official] Babel II Episode 1: "The Messenger from Five Thousand Years Ago" <1970s Anime>

Babel II Mizuki Ichirō

A powerful, valiant hero song of justice! This work depicts a young psychic boy living in the desert’s Tower of Babel and his three servants as they fight to protect peace on Earth.

Sung with heartfelt passion by Ichiro Mizuki and the Columbia Yurikago-kai as the opening theme for the television anime of the same name, which aired from January to September 1973.

The striking lyrics by the pen name “Toei Ni” pair perfectly with Shunsuke Kikuchi’s exhilarating, fast-paced melody.

Proclaiming hope for the future and the bonds of comrades, this piece continues to be loved as a fiery cheer song that resonates with both children and adults.

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Fight! PolymerIsao Sasaki

[Hurricane Polymar] Episode 1: 'The Mysterious Thief Musasabi Party' #Tatsunoko #ClassicAnime #Polymar #HurricanePolymar

Fight! Polymer Sasaki Isao

This is a powerful, up-tempo track brimming with the spirit of 1970s hero anime.

A forceful rock-style performance pairs with fiery vocals reminiscent of steel-like strength, brilliantly conveying the protagonist’s courage and power.

The tense developments and high-velocity rhythm further heighten the realism of battle scenes, making it a superb piece.

Released in October 1974 as a tie-in song for the third installment of Tatsunoko Production’s sci-fi action hero TV anime series, it was later used in a live-action film as well.

Showcasing Isao Sasaki’s overwhelming vocal prowess, this track is perfect for moments when you want to stoke your fighting spirit or boost your motivation.

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In conclusion

Did this take you down memory lane? It’s funny how so-called “oldies” can feel surprisingly fresh when you listen to them again after a while.

There are still plenty of nostalgic anime songs I haven’t covered yet, so I plan to update this article regularly.

Please drop by again when you have time!