A classic of poignant, heartwarming songs. Recommended popular tracks.
When your heart is weary or wounded, you may find yourself wanting to listen to moving songs and sink into a pensive mood.
Here, I’ve compiled a list of poignant and touching Japanese songs that are perfect for just such moments.
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Masterpieces of heartrending, moving songs. Recommended popular tracks (61–70)
sign; mark; symbol; omenMr.Children
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Children are often said to be unmatched when it comes to singing ballads.
They’ve performed many over the years, and among them, “Shirushi” is especially popular.
There’s nothing superfluous—it’s simple, which makes it all the more moving.
That’s the kind of song it is.
hundreds of millions of light-yearsOmoinotake
Omoinotake’s music has the power to move listeners across generations.
This song, written as the theme for the drama “Eye Love You,” expresses feelings for someone far away.
With its refreshing groove and emotional lyrics, it drew major attention immediately upon its release in February 2024.
It’s also included on the album “Pieces,” where it has earned strong support from fans.
Overflowing with affection for someone dear, this track is recommended when you want to feel the bonds with a lover, family, or friends.
Its heartfelt lyrics and beautiful melody are sure to warmly embrace your heart.
MPRINCESS PRINCESS
When it comes to Princess Princess’s bittersweet, moving songs, nothing but “M” comes to mind.
It’s an absolutely tear-jerking track, and despite the many years since its release, it doesn’t feel dated at all.
I suppose that’s just how true masterpieces are.
The True Nature of TearsSUPER BEAVER
A song that gently scoops up the feelings buried deep in your heart that are hard to put into words.
The melodies and lyrics woven by SUPER BEAVER resonate with the inner conflicts and loneliness that everyone carries.
With delicate language, it depicts a heart swaying between being true to oneself and meeting others’ expectations, and the meaning of the tears that fall between the desire to be loved and self-denial.
This piece was written as the theme song for the NHK General drama “Vanilla na Mainichi,” airing from January 2025.
Included on the album “Ongaku” (“Music”), it harmonizes beautifully with the world of the drama, adding color to the story.
It is a reassuring companion when you’re about to take a new step, when you feel lost or anxious, or when you’re trying to face someone.
Instead of goodbyeTUBE × GACKT
A song by TUBE and GACKT that portrays a heartrending farewell.
Its gentle, comforting melody and the duo’s rich, velvety vocals weave an emotional piece.
It delicately expresses feelings for someone lost and the hope of reunion, resonating deeply with listeners.
Released on February 7, 2024, the track also drew attention for its music video starring Yutaka Matsushige and Kenichi Endo in dual lead roles.
With almost no dialogue, the MV tells a moving, tear‑jerking story through music and performance alone.
It’s a recommended song for anyone who has experienced parting with a loved one or wants to be touched by a powerful piece of music.
When your heart is weary, listening to it will surely bring healing and courage.
painVaundy
This song is imbued with deep insight into the absurdity of life.
It sincerely confronts the meaning of birth and the burdens humans carry, using weighty lyrics to raise probing questions.
Its mellow sound and arrangements that consciously evoke a subtle sense of dissonance make this message-driven track all the more striking.
Released on YouTube in June 2019, this work is Vaundy’s first original song as an artist.
It was also included on a CD released exclusively at a self-organized live show the same year, and was performed at a no-audience solo concert at Shibuya CLUB QUATTRO in August 2020.
It’s a recommended listen when you want to think deeply about how to live and your relationship with society, or when you wish to reexamine the meaning of life.
It gently stays close to the listener’s heart and will evoke profound empathy.
Forever LoveX JAPAN
When it comes to X JAPAN’s “Forever Love,” I think it’s truly the ultimate classic of heart-wrenching, moving songs.
It’s great to listen to alone, but it might also be nice to try singing it together with friends.
It’s a song with that kind of grand, cinematic scale.