Japanese Pop Friendship Songs Ranking [2026]

TwinsCHiCO with HoneyWorks8rank/position

Twins / CHiCO with HoneyWorks

A heartwarming song wrapped in a gentle melody that embraces the bond between best friends, expressing friendship in straightforward words.

It lovingly portrays the everyday moments between girls—chatting excitedly about romance, or sharing laughs even after tearful arguments.

Released in August 2017, this track was used as the opening theme for the second cour of the TV anime “PriPri Chi-chan!!”.

It’s a recommended song for conveying gratitude not only to your best friend, but also to a sister who feels like a best friend.

together; along with; bothWANIMA9rank/position

WANIMA – Together (OFFICIAL VIDEO)

A rock number packed with fiery messages that make you want to reaffirm your bonds with friends has arrived from Kumamoto.

Brimming with WANIMA’s forward-looking energy, the song also reflects their feelings about the earthquake that struck their hometown of Kumamoto.

Released in August 2016 as the CM song for NIVEA Kao’s “8×4,” this track powerfully sings of the courage to face hardship and the bonds with those we hold dear.

Well known as a staple at WANIMA’s live shows—where it sparks massive sing-alongs with the audience—it was also performed on NHK’s Kōhaku Uta Gassen in 2017.

This piece is a moving choice for occasions like graduation ceremonies and farewell parties, where friendships are renewed.

It’s the perfect song for farewells with friends, times of temporary separation, or moments when you want to look back on treasured memories with close companions.

My friend — from here on out, forever…Ketsumeishi10rank/position

Ketsumeishi “My Friend ~ From Here On Forever…”

A sparkling, wistful, and beautiful song that seems to capture every irreplaceable moment with friends.

There are things only those who have laughed until they cried, overcoming hardships and sorrow together, can truly understand.

Summer, in particular, is a season when we create so many memories.

With a simple, beautiful melody and lovely lyrics sprinkled with thoughts of friends, this song brings back all kinds of memories just by listening.

Put it on and enjoy a summer full of laughter and tears.

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Best FriendNishino Kana11rank/position

[75th NHK Kouhaku Uta Gassen Performance Song] 'Best Friend' MV Full

A heartfelt ballad by Kana Nishino that straightforwardly conveys feelings of friendship and gratitude.

Set to a gentle melody, it warmly expresses precious memories shared with a best friend and a bond of trust that never changes.

It resonates with the feelings for an irreplaceable person—someone you can sometimes encourage and sometimes be completely honest with.

Released in February 2010 and used as the campaign song for NTT Docomo’s “Ganbare Jukensei ’09–’10,” this piece is perfect for moments when you want to express thanks before parting from a close friend, or when you want to reaffirm the ties with dear companions.

It gently teaches the beauty of friendship and the importance of conveying gratitude, and is sure to become a memorable song.

DREAMShimizu Shota12rank/position

Shota Shimizu “DREAM” MV

It’s a rousing anthem that sings of the burning conviction that you can strive toward your dreams because you have friends who support your heart.

In tough times, you can’t help but picture the face of the friend who encouraged you by your side.

Set to a driving, exhilarating sound, this work portrays gratitude to those who matter and the strong bond that makes you feel you can do anything together; it was released as a single in January 2014 and was also used as the ending theme for the drama “The Mysterious Transfer Student.” The music video, which captured the real everyday lives of young people chasing their dreams, was also memorable.

It’s a heartwarming song that reaffirms the value of friendship and bonds—one you’ll want to dedicate to friends striving toward their goals.

Bond.haji→13rank/position

Hazzie – Bonds.

It’s a song by Haji→ that captures the intense friendship between men.

Although it’s not specifically themed around weddings, the soaring chorus is moving, and I think even men might find themselves tearing up when they hear the lyrics.

It’s filled with the sentiment that this friendship won’t change no matter where we are—that we’ll always have each other’s back—and, just like the title suggests, it’s a song that lets you truly feel the depth of their bond.

Singing it together with your buddies and ending in a big chorus that pulls in the groom as well would make for a great memory.

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StoryAI14rank/position

AI – Story (Sand Art Version)

This is a song that weaves a heartwarming story of friendship.

AI wrote the lyrics herself, singing about the bonds with someone precious.

It conveys the value of a relationship in which people support each other through life.

Released in May 2005, the song resonated with many and stayed on the charts for an extended period.

It was also selected as the Japanese ending theme for the film Big Hero 6, and is loved by a wide range of generations.

With AI’s powerful vocals and moving lyrics, this piece is perfect for times when you want to reaffirm your bonds with someone important or encourage someone in need.