Popular Japanese Wedding Songs Ranking [2026]

Dear BrideNishino Kana1rank/position

Kana Nishino “Dear Bride” MV (Short Ver.)

It’s a heartwarming ballad filled with blessings and affection for a friend who’s getting married.

The song gently sings of the friend’s radiant look in a wedding dress, shared memories, and wishes for the future.

With Kana Nishino’s vocals, you can feel the depth of friendship and the heartfelt congratulations on the marriage.

Released in October 2016, the song was also selected as the theme for Fuji TV’s “Mezamashi TV.” It’s a popular choice for weddings and as a gift to friends.

Imbued with the wish for a loved one’s happiness, this piece is perfect not only for weddings but also for moments when you want to express gratitude to a friend.

C.h.a.o.s.m.y.t.h.ONE OK ROCK2rank/position

ONE OK ROCK – C.h.a.o.s.m.y.t.h. [Official Music Video]

This is a stirring rock number by ONE OK ROCK that portrays the fiery bonds between friends charging toward their dreams.

While looking back on the youthful days they spent together, it vows that each will shine on the path they’ve chosen, powerfully pushing listeners forward.

Even if they grow apart, the memories in their hearts remain unfading treasures—an encouraging message that gives courage.

Included on the October 2011 album “Zankyo Reference,” this song is perfect to listen to while cheering on friends as they leap into a new world and salute each other’s efforts.

As an anthem that blows away anxiety and loneliness and helps you face forward, it’s definitely worth checking out!

365 daysMr.Children3rank/position

Mr.Children “365 Days” Mr.Children TOUR POPSAURUS 2012

A gem of a love song that captures feelings for a cherished person, crafted by Mr.Children, a rock band emblematic of the Heisei era.

Featured on the album “SENSE,” this track was also used in commercials for NTT East and NTT West, leaving a deep impression on many listeners.

Kazutoshi Sakurai’s delicate, emotionally rich vocals beautifully express the lyrical worldview that chronicles everyday sentiments.

Released in December 2010, this song is a sparkling wedding classic that we highly recommend to couples preparing for their big day.

1.15 Million Kilometers of FilmOfisharu Higedan Dism4rank/position

Official HIGE DANDism – 1,150,000-Kilometer Film [Official Audio]

Beloved as a wedding classic, this heartwarming number continues to win hearts.

Framing life as a film production and wanting to keep recording it with his partner in the starring role, Satoshi Fujihara’s romantic perspective shines in this masterpiece.

Its love-filled message that turns everyday life into drama captivates Gen Z and won’t let go.

Included on Official HIGE DANDism’s April 2018 album “Escaparade,” the song isn’t a single, yet it has enjoyed lasting support—serving as the theme song for the 2020 film “Love Me, Love Me Not,” among other highlights.

It’s a perfect choice for a profile movie reflecting on the couple’s journey or as end-roll BGM.

Why not begin the new journey of life with this song by your side?

ButterflyKimura Kaera5rank/position

Kaela Kimura “Butterfly” (Official Music Video)

Among Kaela Kimura’s songs that the yutori generation grew up with, this is the one most often chosen for weddings.

Released in 2009 as a digital-only single and used in a Zexy commercial, it quickly spread nationwide.

As the backstory—written to celebrate a close friend’s new beginning—suggests, the lyrics carry a warm message wishing happiness for someone dear.

The gentle tones centered on piano and harpsichord envelop the venue, creating a perfect atmosphere for friend speeches or performance segments.

Achieving No.

1 on the weekly chart seven months after its release, it became a long-running hit and a new wedding-song standard loved across generations.

A future we create togetherKetsumeishi6rank/position

Ketsumeishi “The Future We Create Together” PV

A love song by Ketsumeishi that warmly sings of gratitude for the miracle brought by meeting someone special, and the hope for the future the two will build together.

It straightforwardly conveys the excitement about walking into the future side by side, while savoring the happiness of sharing the ordinary days.

Released in 2011 as a double A-side single with “Ballad,” the track was featured as an insert song in the drama Haganeno Onna Season 2 and used in a TEPCO commercial, and it has been beloved by many couples, ranking high on wedding song charts.

Its gentle melody and uplifting lyrics make it a moving piece perfectly suited for life’s big moments.

Emotionwacci7rank/position

wacci “Emotion” lyric video

This song, a classic choice for profile videos, is so gentle and simple—you can see why so many couples pick it.

If you listen with your eyes closed, scenes from a happy childhood come to mind.

The love in these lyrics evokes so many bonds—parents, siblings, and the special partner by your side.

It’s impossible to watch without tears anymore.

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Yoshizaki Keiko

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