Japanese Pop Valentine’s Day Song Rankings [2026]

AmbivalentUru57rank/position

[Official] Uru “Ambivalent” TV Anime “The Apothecary Diaries” Cour 2 Opening Theme

This is a moving song that portrays the experience of holding conflicting emotions at the same time.

Released in February 2024 as the opening theme for the second cour of the anime “The Apothecary Diaries,” it beautifully conveys the protagonist’s complex feelings through Uru’s clear, transparent vocals.

The aching longing and frustration toward “you with blue eyes” come through so powerfully that it tightens the listener’s chest.

It’s recommended for those struggling with love or anyone who wants to sort out their feelings.

Why not listen to Uru’s voice and take a moment to face your own heart?

fireworksSandaime Jē Sōru Burazāzu fromu Eguzairu Toraibu58rank/position

Sandaime J SOUL BROTHERS from EXILE TRIBE / Fireworks ~Short Version~

A song about a short-lived romance that everyone has experienced.

I once had a brief but intense summer fling myself, so it brings back memories and makes me cry a lot.

I think many students have had a love like this, so I want them to listen to it too.

I…atarayo59rank/position

Atarayo - “I…” (Music Video) / TV Anime “The Dangers in My Heart” Season 2 Opening Theme

It’s Atarayo’s new masterpiece that gives you the courage to fall in love.

It gently sings about the struggles and growth of adolescence, empathizing with the feelings of those in love.

From the lyrics, you can sense an openness to accepting how love changes you.

Written as the opening theme for the second season of the TV anime “The Dangers in My Heart,” this song is one you’ll definitely want to hear if you’re hesitating to confess or troubled about your relationship with someone you like.

It will surely give you a push forward.

Winter and Springback number60rank/position

back number – Winter and Spring

Released on January 24, 2024, back number’s single “Fuyu to Haru” (“Winter and Spring”) is a song that evokes the end of the cold season and the start of something new.

Produced by music producer Masanori Shimada, the track hints at a new chapter for the band.

Iyori Shimizu’s warm vocals are striking, and the music video released on YouTube features Anna Ishii.

The lyrics deftly weave together the pain of heartbreak with the hope that sprouts anew with the arrival of spring, arriving at the conclusion that it isn’t tied to any specific person while strongly conveying a message that suggests personal growth.

It’s a song I highly recommend to anyone who wants to rise from heartbreak while dreaming of a brighter future.

merry-go-roundYuuri61rank/position

Yuuri “Merry-Go-Round” Official Music Video

This is a heartbreak song sung by the singer-songwriter Yuuri, written specifically as the theme song for the animated feature film “Lonely Castle in the Mirror.” The lyrics, which convey the painful feelings of thinking about a loved one you can no longer meet while carrying the regret of not having expressed your true feelings, are truly heart-wrenching.

The memorable melody and phrases, as well as Yuuri’s voice filled with longing, also leave a strong impression.

Listening to this song—which so vividly communicates the pain of parting without confessing your feelings—might spark a desire not to have regrets in love.

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So it wasn’t me, huh.riria.62rank/position

riria. / So it wasn’t me. [Music Video]

This song, with its heartrending lyrics based on Riria’s real-life experiences, resonates with many people.

From the title alone, you can feel the pain of a girl confronted with the reality that the person she likes has someone else in their heart.

No matter how hard you try, some loves simply don’t come to fruition.

Continuing to have feelings for someone without knowing how they feel is truly painful.

Released in October 2021, the song garnered a huge response, especially among younger listeners.

It’s highly recommended for those who want to heal the pain of heartbreak or are struggling with their relationship with someone they like.

Listening to it might give you the courage to face your own feelings.

The Day After EternityAdo63rank/position

【Ado】The Day After Eternity

A ballad about a bittersweet, aching love, released digitally on White Day.

The repeated use of the phrase “I love you” in the lyrics is striking, expressing both the power of those words and a heartfelt longing.

Ado’s delicate yet powerful vocals add depth to the song and resonate with listeners.

Released in March 2022, this work serves as a sequel to “Gira Gira,” which came out on Valentine’s Day.

Created by the same production team, it unfolds with a cinematic worldview.

If you’re thinking of confessing your feelings on Valentine’s Day, this song might give you the courage to do it.