Ranking of Moving/Japanese Pop Songs [2026]
We’re excited to present the latest Top 100 ranking of the most-viewed Japanese emotional songs, all in one go!
Whether it’s the performance or the lyrics, there are many elements that can move us, but with Japanese music, the message in the lyrics often comes through very directly.
Sometimes it’s okay to let a touching song bring you to tears.
The playlist is updated weekly.
Playlist
| Ranking of Moving/Japanese Pop Songs [2026] | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| show_chart | Title | Playlist | Review |
| 1 | I became someone else’s girlfriend.wacci |  play_arrow | This song by wacci reflects the heart of a woman who has gone through a breakup... |
| 2 | NonfictionHirai Ken |  play_arrow | A moving ballad born from a friend's death |
| 3 | somedaySaucy Dog |  play_arrow | A heart-touching ballad of lost memories and the pain of farewell |
| 4 | All of the YouthFujifaburikku |  play_arrow | A classic song that captures the bittersweetness of youth at summer’s end |
| 5 | deep redMy Hair is Bad |  play_arrow | A signature My Hair is Bad song depicting heartbreak and self-loathing |
| 6 | 365 daysMr.Children |  play_arrow | Mr.Children's '365 Days' is a classic song for weddings. |
| 7 | Dear, boyHump Back |  play_arrow | A message song for people who chase their dreams |
| 8 | It’ll get stained.Chatto Monchī |  play_arrow | Chatmonchy’s autumn classic “Somaruyo” |
| 9 | MetronomeYonezu Kenshi |  play_arrow | A heartrending farewell between two people whose hearts have grown apart |
| 10 | KanadeSukima Suichi |  play_arrow | A song that portrays farewell and bonds with a precious person |
| 11 | Eine KleineYonezu Kenshi |  play_arrow | A heartwarming Kenshi Yonezu song that portrays parting with someone and the loneliness it brings |
| 12 | Promise of SunflowersHata Motohiro |  play_arrow | Motohiro Hata’s moving ballad gently portrays a farewell. |
| 13 | sasanqua (Camellia sasanqua)SEKAI NO OWARI |  play_arrow | An anthem of encouragement for those who chase their dreams |
| 14 | Hello/How are you?nanou |  play_arrow | Nanou’s Hatsune Miku song is heart-throbbing. |
| 15 | lovesicknessAimer |  play_arrow | Moved by Aimer’s heartfelt vocals and lyrics |
| 16 | Spot the differenceSuda Masaki |  play_arrow | A story where encounters reveal the meaning of life |
| 17 | Thank youFUNKY MONKEY BABYS |  play_arrow | Graduation Song “Thank You”: Gratitude and Memories |
| 18 | threadNakajima Miyuki |  play_arrow | Miyuki Nakajima’s masterpiece that sings of life and fate |
| 19 | tobacco / cigarette(s)Koresawa |  play_arrow | A poignant song that portrays the pain of heartbreak |
| 20 | Wasted NightsONE OK ROCK |  play_arrow | Theme song of the film Kingdom, a masterpiece that gives the courage to live |
| 21 | 366 daysHY |  play_arrow | A classic song that sings of the pain of parting and the poignancy of love |
| 22 | HAPPY BIRTHDAYback number |  play_arrow | One-sided love, a bittersweet birthday song |
| 23 | whiteoutreGretGirl |  play_arrow | reGretGirl's heartrending, moving song |
| 24 | LemonYonezu Kenshi |  play_arrow | A signature song by Kenshi Yonezu that sings of loss and longing |
| 25 | Friend ~Time to Depart~yuzu |  play_arrow | The graduation song “Friend” sings of the bonds of friendship. |
| 26 | Maplesupittsu |  play_arrow | Kaede: a poignant song for the season of farewells |
| 27 | PretenderOfisharu Higedan Dism |  play_arrow | Official HIGE DANDism unrequited love song |
| 28 | Endless JourneyMr.Children |  play_arrow | A signature work by Mr.Children. It depicts the courage to keep moving forward. |
| 29 | Because you are hereUru |  play_arrow | Love and gratitude woven into the lyrics |
| 30 | The Last Confession of the EarthKEMU VOXX |  play_arrow | A sad love song is enveloped in a rhythm of hope. |
| 31 | The Disappearance of Hatsune MikucosMo@bousou P |  play_arrow | Hatsune Miku’s signature song “The Disappearance” sings of emotion. |
| 32 | OrangeTōma |  play_arrow | Tōma’s soul-stirring song “Orange” |
| 33 | budKobukuro |  play_arrow | A song of feelings for a precious person and hope for the future |
| 34 | horizonback number |  play_arrow | A poignant song for rebirth that resonates with the heart |
| 35 | BouquetMIMI |  play_arrow | A song that conveys gratitude to someone important |
| 36 | Wherever you areONE OK ROCK |  play_arrow | ONE OK ROCK’s classic that sings of straightforward love |
| 37 | SoranjiMrs. GREEN APPLE |  play_arrow | A moving theme song that sings of love and hope |
| 38 | Karakuri Pierrot40mP |  play_arrow | Heartbreak Vocaloid Song 'Karakuri Pierrot' |
| 39 | A Bouquet for YouUtada Hikaru |  play_arrow | Bouquet, Hikaru Utada’s masterpiece of farewell and gratitude |
| 40 | planetariumOtsuka Ai |  play_arrow | A ballad imbued with the bittersweetness of love under the starry sky |
| 41 | I should be able to fly (in the sky).supittsu |  play_arrow | A classic by Spitz that poetically portrays the emotions of youth |
| 42 | globeYonezu Kenshi |  play_arrow | Ghibli movie theme song, a song that depicts the journey of life |
| 43 | dogwood (flowering dogwood)Hitoto Yo |  play_arrow | A timeless song that prays for peace and sings of love and happiness |
| 44 | Song of a FriendBUMP OF CHICKEN |  play_arrow | Song of friendship, even when apart our hearts remain connected |
| 45 | MiracleGReeeeN |  play_arrow | GReeeeN’s classic hit “Kiseki,” a song of youth |
| 46 | bouquetback number |  play_arrow | A love song depicting the depth of clumsy love |
| 47 | day by dayYoshida Yamada |  play_arrow | A heartwarming classic that portrays the love of an elderly couple |
| 48 | Bridge of Gloryyuzu |  play_arrow | A classic ballad that honors the athletes’ emotion and hard work |
| 49 | remainingYoshizawa Kayoko |  play_arrow | A bittersweet song that sings of summer’s end |
| 50 | A Naked Heartaimyon |  play_arrow | Aimyon’s love songs depict the tremors of the heart |
| 51 | SignMr.Children |  play_arrow | The appeal of Mr.Children’s classic song “Sign” |
| 52 | The End of Summeraibii karaa |  play_arrow | A bittersweet song depicting a summer romance after the fireworks |
| 53 | Ironysukoppu |  play_arrow | Hatsune Miku’s classic song “Irony,” which soothes anxiety of the heart |
| 54 | clownkei |  play_arrow | Heartwarming band sound with guitar and relatable lyrics |
| 55 | Is there still anything that love can do?RADWIMPS |  play_arrow | The theme song of the film Weathering with You, which purifies the heart… |
| 56 | Happy Endingback number |  play_arrow | Portraying the pain of a broken heart and the poignancy of parting |
| 57 | knot; tie; bind; concludeSaucy Dog |  play_arrow | A love song for a happy couple, resonating in the heart |
| 58 | There’s a hole in my heart.Yorushika |  play_arrow | Elma’s Journey and Her Feelings for the Previous Protagonist |
| 59 | Meltryo |  play_arrow | Hatsune Miku’s masterpiece “Melt,” an emotional song |
| 60 | Dawn and Firefliesn-buna |  play_arrow | A heart-stirring rock song by n-buna |
| 61 | I, weGuiano |  play_arrow | An inspiring EDM track that boosts motivation |
| 62 | 1.15 Million Kilometers of FilmOfisharu Higedan Dism |  play_arrow | A heartwarming song that portrays affection for a partner |
| 63 | March 9Remioromen |  play_arrow | Remioromen's heartwarming spring song |
| 64 | Chronostasiskinoko teikoku |  play_arrow | The enchanting time of lovers walking through the city at night |
| 65 | 27SUPER BEAVER |  play_arrow | A motivational song depicting the struggles and growth of a 27-year-old |
| 66 | LetterSHE’S |  play_arrow | A heart-stirring ballad depicting the conflicts and growth in human relationships |
| 67 | Spring Dayaimyon |  play_arrow | Aimyon's spring-themed family love song |
| 68 | Islanders’ TreasureBEGIN |  play_arrow | Okinawan classic songs that transcend generations and tell the stories of life |
| 69 | Don’t go.Souta |  play_arrow | Expressing the sorrow of a farewell that words cannot convey |
| 70 | lilacMrs. GREEN APPLE |  play_arrow | Mrs. GREEN APPLE’s moving song that colors youth |
| 71 | StoryAI |  play_arrow | AI's masterpiece: a voice that resonates with the heart |
| 72 | It’s nothing.makaroni enpitsu |  play_arrow | Four people who portray the precious moments found in everyday life… |
| 73 | Theory of the Mindful HeartRADWIMPS |  play_arrow | RADWIMPS songs with themes of human relationships |
| 74 | Can I call it magic?Hirai Ken |  play_arrow | This song, in which Ken Hirai’s singing voice resonates in the heart, is, da… |
| 75 | apparent death; suspended animationryōryō |  play_arrow | Introduction of songs that boost your mood |
| 76 | One more time, One more chanceYamazaki Masayoshi |  play_arrow | Masayoshi Yamazaki 'One more time' |
| 77 | fragrant oliveorenji supainikurabu |  play_arrow | The scent of youth, fragrant olive, and the sweet-and-sour taste of love |
| 78 | Letterback number |  play_arrow | Let's sing 'Letter' with gratitude in our hearts. |
| 79 | KBUMP OF CHICKEN |  play_arrow | The appeal of BUMP OF CHICKEN’s classic song “K” |
| 80 | Letter to TomorrowTeshima Aoi |  play_arrow | Aoi Teshima’s “Letter to Tomorrow”: moving forward with a heartrending voice |
| 81 | If you laugh at the skywacci |  play_arrow | A tear-jerking wacci masterpiece that cheers on your efforts |
| 82 | Close your eyesHirai Ken |  play_arrow | A classic song that sings of a poignant longing for a lost love |
| 83 | Motherkariyushi 58 |  play_arrow | Kariyushi 58’s debut song that sings of gratitude to their mother |
| 84 | About meMrs. GREEN APPLE |  play_arrow | A song that depicts the beauty and cruelty of life |
| 85 | Midnight ExpresswayFurawā Kanpanīzu |  play_arrow | Even when you're lost in life, music lifts you up. |
| 86 | Servant of EvilAku no P |  play_arrow | A Tragic Tale of Twins in Another World |
| 87 | Flowers will bloom.hana wa saku purojekuto |  play_arrow | A Song of Life in Remembrance of the Great East Japan Earthquake |
| 88 | wishsumika |  play_arrow | A bittersweet unrequited love song that won’t reach the one I love |
| 89 | Que sera, seraMrs. GREEN APPLE |  play_arrow | Mrs. GREEN APPLE's new song wins the grand prize |
| 90 | A bouquet in place of goodbyehanataba P |  play_arrow | Hanataba-P’s debut song, which became the origin of the name… |
| 91 | Only for you, clear skiesYorushika |  play_arrow | Bittersweet feelings toward the end of summer and youth |
| 92 | FateOfisharu Higedan Dism |  play_arrow | Higedan’s high school baseball cheer song, a shout-out to those who strive |
| 93 | Full-Power BoySukima Suichi |  play_arrow | A signature song that celebrates the power and spirit of youthful challenge |
| 94 | Heart rate #0822Chōchō P |  play_arrow | It’s a song with the themes of “life” and “heartbeat.” Sh... |
| 95 | I LOVE…Ofisharu Higedan Dism |  play_arrow | As a song by Official HIGE DANDism… |
| 96 | revolutionMOROHA |  play_arrow | A unique blend of acoustic guitar and rap… |
| 97 | DarlingMrs. GREEN APPLE |  play_arrow | An anthem that embraces the anxieties of youth, helping you find your true self. |
| 98 | For me to be myselfOzaki Yutaka |  play_arrow | A classic song that celebrates the importance of living true to yourself |
| 99 | C.h.a.o.s.m.y.t.h.ONE OK ROCK |  play_arrow | Bonds and resolve with companions heading toward our dreams |
| 100 | Song of the Eternal NightKami wa saikoro o furanai |  play_arrow | A gem of a rock ballad that's trending on social media |