[Nostalgic] A special feature on legendary anime theme songs: revisiting those classic tracks

Do you have any anime songs that suddenly start playing in your head? The theme songs from the shows you used to watch, glued to the TV and looking forward to every week—don’t you still find yourself humming them without thinking? Those nostalgic melodies that whisked you away into the world of anime… they vividly bring back the memories and emotions of that time, don’t they? In this article, we’ll be introducing lots of “nostalgic anime songs”! Be sure to read to the end!

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[Nostalgic] A special feature on legendary anime theme songs: revisiting those classic tracks
	Title	Playlist	Review
1	far awayASIAN KUNG-FU GENERATION		A classic song by ASIAN KUNG-FU GENERATION
2	cloudy skyDOES		An energetic support song from the anime Gintama
3	Moonlight FlowerJanne Da Arc		Anime opening theme song, a wistful rock ballad
4	~Asterisk~ORANGE RANGE		An inspiring rock number where stars and music merge
5	Get OverDream		The famous song 'dream' from the anime Hikaru no Go
6	Monochrome KissShido		Cid’s Black Butler opening theme
7	the WORLDnaitomea		Death Note theme song, a dark and fast-paced track
8	DANZEN! Pretty Cure (We Are Pretty Cure)Gojō Mayumi		Precure’s theme song, the magical singing voice
9	scabChi-wata Hidenori		An inspiring song that gives courage and hope
10	Fluffy TimeHōkago Tī Taimu		A coming-of-age rock ballad from K-On!
11	DAYSFLOW		The moving opening song of “Eureka Seven”
12	Red fractionMELL	$Red fractionMELL$	Expressing their worldview through their major debut song
13	INVOKE -Invoke-T.M.Revolution		T.M.R’s Gundam SEED theme song
14	Kokoro-eroodo obu mejyaa		A youthful song of chasing dreams
15	Their core as a person is wavering.Ōtsuki Kenji to Zetsubō Shōjotachi		A thrilling song that challenges society’s common sense
16	Sakura KissKawabe Chieko		A song filled with the love woven into spring’s melody—one that makes the heart flutter.
17	Pokémon Symphonic Medley		A grand medley of Pokémon theme songs from across the generations
18	Mega VYūsuke		Yusuke's fiery Pokémon song, a tune brimming with a spirit of adventure
19	ultramarineKamiyama Yagi		Expressing a free feeling toward the sky in Kami Yamiyo’s major debut song
20	colored perfumeKamiyama Yagi		A nostalgic song that sings of the fleeting nature of youth
21	DIRTYnaitomea		A fiery rock song that’s the opening theme of Majin Tantei Nougami Neuro
22	Together with Don ChuckŌsugi Kumiko		An adorable theme song from a 1970s anime
23	Butter-FlyWada Kōji		Digimon opening theme, the song of hope and courage
24	My First Kissanshin papa		Soothing anime opening song
25	Smile BombMawatari Matsuko		Impressive songs from the anime Yu Yu Hakusho
26	Tetsujin 28-goDuke Aces		Robot Tetsujin 28-go fights against evil
27	BelieveFolder5		The fiery opening theme song of the anime One Piece
28	Crimson Bow and ArrowLinked Horizon		The fiery anime song from Attack on Titan
29	Cutie HoneyKōda Kumi		Android Honey Fights Evil
30	Song of Time BokanYamamoto Masayuki / Sakamoto Jidō Gasshōdan		Tatsunoko Production’s classic “Time Bokan”
31	Mazinger ZMizuki Ichirō		Mazinger Z is the monument of giant robots.
32	Future ConnectionЯeal		A refreshing cheer song by ЯeaL, the Pokémon opening theme
33	Togetherakiyoshi fumie		The emotion and energy of the Pokémon anime opening songs
34	Psycho Every Day!akiyoshi fumie		The powerful theme song of the Pokémon anime
35	A hill where summer begins to showDaisuke		Refreshing, heart-stirring music of summer
36	Your AdventureOkazaki Taiiku		Okazaki Taiiku’s Pokémon anime theme song
37	ChallengerMatsumoto Rika		A powerful song by Rica Matsumoto that sings of a challenger’s spirit
38	Alola!!Matsumoto Rika/Ootani Ikue		An iconic song whose powerful vocals give you energy
39	Ready Go!Tamura Naomi		A Powerful Departure Song from the Pokémon Anime
40	Battle FrontierTakaya Akina		Courage to face difficulties with an upbeat singing voice
41	Aim to Be a Pokémon Master – 20th Anniversary –Matsumoto Rika		The Pokémon theme song’s 20th anniversary was moving.
42	I’m a popular kid.nohara shinnosuke		Shin-chan’s signature song, bursting with brightness
43	Loosey-goosey DE-O!nohara shinnosuke		A song that brings smiles with Shin-chan's rap
44	AUTUMN DREAMOmori Reiko		Anime theme song depicting the bittersweet feelings of autumn love
45	Jungle P5050		A theme song that sings of seafaring adventures and the bonds of comrades
46	Crazy RainbowTakkī & Tsubasa		ONE PIECE theme song, a tour de force by Tackey & Tsubasa
47	HopeAmuro Namie		A hopeful song about the bonds with friends, sung by Namie Amuro
48	Share The WorldTōhōshinki		The theme song of One Piece is exhilarating and moving.
49	MelissaPorunogurafiti		The memorable opening of the anime Fullmetal Alchemist
50	Promise of SunflowersHata Motohiro		A moving theme song that portrays bonds and love
51	Take It! Sailor FukuKonata Izumi (CV: Aya Hirano), Kagami Hiiragi (CV: Emiri Kato), Tsukasa Hiiragi (CV: Kaori Fukuhara), Miyuki Takara (CV: Aya Endo)		A denpa song sung by a Lucky☆Star character
52	dramaticBase Ball Bear		A classic that sings of youthful brilliance and fervent passion
53	riseOriga		Expressing hope for the future with a near-futuristic song
54	Broom NebulaRYTHEM		A gentle, uplifting song that stays close to the heart
55	Life is Like a BoatRie fu		An inspiring song that embraces hope and overcomes hardships
56	Shangri-Laangela		A moving story painted by majestic music
57	Cherry blossoms bloom: future, love, dreamyozuka*		Sakura and love: a heart-stirring youth song by yozuca*
58	Getchu! Love-love?!Gojō Mayumi		Precure ending theme song sings of hope and love
59	Unforgivable SinKitaide Nana		A song of courage to face the past and believe in the future
60	innocent starterMizuki Nana		An emotional song used as a TV anime theme
61	Fate of FlameTETSU		The Strange Fate of Kiriko, an ESP in a Sci‑Fi World
62	Until the World Ends…WANDS		A moving masterpiece from a coming-of-age basketball anime
63	Space Battleship Yamatosasaki isao		An epic tale of the Space Battleship Yamato saving Earth
64	For whomNarita Ken, Kōrogi ’73		Cyborg 009, nine warriors in action
65	Aim for the Ace!Ōsugi Kumiko		The sports-themed manga Aim for the Ace!
66	Dan Dan Kokoro HikaretekuFIELD OF VIEW		A refreshing song filled with young love and courage
67	HEART OF SWORD ~Before Dawn~T.M.Revolution		A timeless masterpiece of loneliness and hope that stirs the soul
68	true blueZONE		The theme song of 'Astro Boy' sung by ZONE
69	See, spring has come.ushirogami hikaretai		A song that celebrates the arrival of spring and the exhilaration of the season
70	Fight! Polymersasaki isao		Powerful songs from 70s hero anime
71	Orphan Hachishimazaki yuri		The heartwarming theme song of Orphaned Bee Hutch
72	Song of Hakushon Daimaoshimazaki yuri		A comical tale emerging from the Demon King’s magic jar
73	The Star of the SeineKoromubia Yurikago-kai		A Girl’s Tale from the French Revolution: A Beautiful Singing Voice
74	Come here, Perman.Miwa Katsue		Songs of friendship and energy conveyed by anime theme songs
75	Let’s do it with a bang! The Way of BaseballChiba Yumi, Yangu Furesshu, Koorogi ’73		A heartwarming classic that expresses a passionate love for baseball
76	Rondo – revolutionOkui Masami		Masami Okui’s Song of Self-Transformation
77	Brave RaideenShimon Masato		Guardian of the great sky, the song of a hero of justice
78	Oak Wood MocOnogi Kumiko		A heartwarming, nostalgic classic for children
79	The Fateful Day ~Soul vs. Soul~Kageyama Hironobu		An inspiring masterpiece from Dragon Ball Z
80	Saint Seiya Myth ~Soldier Dream~Kageyama Hironobu & BROADWAY		A monumental anime song, the fiery anthem of warriors
81	Blue waterMorikawa Miho		A classic that conveys hope and bonds with a refreshing singing voice
82	Song of Steel JeegMizuki Ichirō		The valiant spirit of robot anime theme songs
83	Gamba’s SongKawahara Hiromasa		Express courage and bonds in a 1970s anime-style cheer song
84	Unwavering WishTamura Naomi		A song about the courage to overcome difficulties without giving up on your dreams
85	Give me an unbalanced kissTakahashi Hiro		A beloved classic ending theme from Yu Yu Hakusho that transcends generations
86	Genesis of AquarionAKINO		Anime song “Sousei no Aquarion” is popular.
87	RewriteASIAN KUNG-FU GENERATION		Impressive for Asian Kung-Fu Generation’s emotionally charged masterpiece.
88	In the Morning of DeterminationAqua Timez		A song about accepting the past and living positively
89	sailing dayBUMP OF CHICKEN		A powerful film theme song by BUMP OF CHICKEN
90	Grip!Every Little Thing		A feel-good song from the Inuyasha opening theme
91	Super-duper strongest No.1FEEL SO BAD		Cheerfully, to the theme of Hell Teacher Nūbē
92	Go!!!FLOW		The powerful opening theme song of the anime Naruto
93	Ojamajo Carnival!!MAHO-dō, Nakatsukasa Masami		The charm of the “Ojamajo Doremi” theme song
94	I feel kind of happy.The Oystars		The opening theme song of Flame of Recca with a memorable chorus
95	Ephemeral yet eternal sorrowUVERworld		UVERworld’s moving 00 opening theme
96	Fly! Grendizersasaki isao		A valiant hero theme that protects world peace
97	Chargeman Ken!hibari jidō gasshōdan		An obscure anime gains popularity online
98	Go, Go, Hyūma!Ansanhburu Bokka		"Star of the Giants" is a milestone in baseball manga.
99	Theme of Sennin BurakuSurī Gureisesu		Pioneering anime “Sennin Buraku” aired late at night
100	Ken the Wolf Boybikutā shōnen gasshōtai		An adventure anime about a boy raised by wolves
101	March of the MeteorVōkaru Shoppu		Time Patrol Adventures from the Future
102	Dororon Enma-kunNakayama Chinatsu		A 1973 anime theme song depicting yokai
103	Magical MamboMaekawa Yoko, Hani Naitsu		Sally the Witch is a pioneer of the magical girl anime genre.
104	Pāman is there.Furuta Yoshiaki		Pāman is a hero manga by Fujiko.
105	Daichan Counting SongYoshida Yoshimi		A manga depicting the success of a country bumpkin from Aomori
106	Fight! OsperYamada Tarō		An animated adventure about the psychic boy Osper
107	Theme of Jungle EmperorHirano Tadahiko		A Tezuka manga depicting Leo’s adventures
108	Go! Tiger MaskNitta Hiroshi Sukūrumeitsu		Tiger Mask fights the assassins of the Tiger's Den.
109	Aim to be a Pokémon MasterMatsumoto Rika		Pokemon anime OP, a hype/energetic song
110	Babel IIMizuki Ichirō		A fiery song about a psychic boy who protects world peace
111	I am Kaibutsu-kun.Shiraishi Fuyumi Imanishi Masao Ohtake Hiroshi Kanemoto Shingo		Kaibutsu-kun causes a big commotion in the human world.
112	FutureMinagawa Junko, Hirohashi Ryou		A catchy hit song from The Prince of Tennis
113	Dororo SongFujita Toshiko		A journey of a man and a boy whose body has been taken over by a yokai
114	Mach GoGoGo 1997Hayami Kentarō		Live-action film adaptation of Speed Racer
115	Ogon Bat Counting SongSuzuki Yasushi, Koromubia Yurikago-kai		Golden Bat is a legend of a black-caped hero.
116	COLORSFLOW		The captivating songs of the anime 'Code Geass'
117	A third of pure-hearted feelingsSIAM SHADE		The famous SIAM SHADE song from Rurouni Kenshin
118	Harris’s WhirlwindGachatorianz		Sports manga “Harris no Kaze”
119	Theme of Lupin the ThirdPīto Makku Junia		Theme of Lupin the Third, a song loved throughout Japan
120	Rainbow Squadron Robinpuchibosa famirī		The Battle Between the Rainbow Squadron and Emperor Paruta
121	Somewhere today, too, there’s a Devilman.Juda Keizō		A story about Devilman fighting the Demon Tribe.
122	Ashita no JoeBito Isao		The legend of the boxing manga Ashita no Joe
123	CHA-LA HEAD-CHA-LA~Kageyama Hironobu		Nostalgic Dragon Ball theme song
124	Obake no Q-TaroIshikawa Susumu		Obake Q-Taro is a gag manga by Fujiko Fujio.
125	I’ll Be The OneH∧L		The moving song from the anime “Hikaru no Go”
126	MOON PRIDEMomoiro Kurōbā Zetto		I like the theme song of Pretty Guardian Sailor Moon.
127	A Night for OnePorunogurafiti		Pornograffitti's 'GTO' opening song
128	Astro BoyKamitakada Shonen Gasshodan		Astro Boy’s first TV anime aired in 1963.
129	TouchIwasaki Yoshimi		Yoshimi Iwasaki’s “Touch” theme song is moving.
130	Fly! GundamIkeda Ko		A landmark robot anime depicting an interstellar war
131	A Cruel Angel’s ThesisTakahashi Yoko		The famous theme song from the anime “Eva”
132	Get WildTM NETWORK		The iconic opening theme of “City Hunter”