Mika Nakashima’s Tearjerkers, Cry-Inducing Songs, and Popular Tracks Ranking [2026]

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Mika Nakashima – Dear (2015 The Best Dears & Tears)

I think everyone has someone unforgettable they’ve met in their life, and an unforgettable love.

This song that brings such a person to mind is Mika Nakashima’s “Dear.” Released in 2011 as Mika Nakashima’s 33rd single, it was also the theme song for the film “Rebirth” (Yokame no Semi) starring Mao Inoue.

It’s a tear-jerking number with heartrending lyrics that seem to pack in all the feelings for the person who made you experience a love that could change your life.

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utatane

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Mika Nakashima 'FIND THE WAY' Music Video

Find The Way, Mika Nakashima’s 9th single, was released in 2003.

In fact, this song was her first anime track.

Many people might have assumed she’d been singing anime songs for much longer because of works like NANA, right? This song was used as an ending theme for Gundam SEED.

Gundam SEED is known for having many serious scenes.

After watching those intense moments, this song starts to play—and it fits the world perfectly.

Definitely check it out!

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Ryo

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Mika Nakashima “STARS” Music Video

With her one-of-a-kind presence and expressive power, singer Mika Nakashima made a striking debut both as an actress and a vocalist.

Released in November 2001, this debut single was used as the theme song for the TV drama “A Love Song Scarred with Wounds.” Nakashima herself appeared in the show as the heroine, and her performances in the drama left a powerful impression on viewers at the time.

With lyrics by Yasushi Akimoto, the song’s world—blending a strong will to seize one’s dreams with a bittersweet poignancy—combined with her deep, husky voice to stir listeners’ hearts.

Selling over 460,000 copies in total and winning the Best New Artist Award at the 44th Japan Record Awards, it is a gem of a ballad that can be called the very origin of her career.

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Mika Nakashima 'WILL' Music Video

WILL is the fifth single by the charismatic and hugely popular singer Mika Nakashima, released on August 7, 2002.

It was used as the theme song for the Fuji TV drama Observatory, and with this track she made her first appearance at the 53rd NHK Kouhaku Uta Gassen.

As a drama tie-in, the lyrics evoke summer stargazing with imagery like telescopes and constellations.

It’s a captivating song where her aching vocals intertwine with bittersweet memories of love.

Be sure to give it a listen on late summer nights or as summer draws to a close.

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miyabi

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Mika Nakashima “Wish” - Berserk: The Golden Age Arc Memorial Edition Special Movie -

Wish, the single Mika Nakashima released in November 2022.

The song was chosen as the ending theme for Berserk: The Golden Age Arc – Memorial Edition.

It’s a heartrending ballad brimming with the signature qualities that made her known for songs like STARS.

Its worldview resonates even more deeply with those familiar with the anime.

The earnestness of people fighting with their own feelings in their hearts pierces you.

Alongside her carefully woven vocals, it even gives you a fleeting sense of peace.

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KEI

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Mika Nakashima 2017.3.22 RELEASE New Album “TOUGH” – All Tracks Introduction Digest Movie

This is a song that moves me with its gentle lyrics that embrace a precious best friend like a little sister, like family.

Sung in her captivating voice, it makes a wonderful gift for a friend you truly care about.

You can feel the encouragement, praise, and soothing comfort—women’s thoughtful care and feelings—woven into every part of the song.

It’s a highly recommended friendship anthem.

It’ll surely lift up a best friend who’s feeling down.

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Yoshizaki Keiko

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Mika Nakashima – The Most Beautiful Me (2011 LIVE)

A singer who showcases a distinctive charm not only through her music but also as an actor and voice actress, Mika Nakashima released this as her 32nd single.

The song was used as an insert track in the TV drama “Unubore Deka” (Conceited Detective) and became a hit, ranking No.

1 for the year on USEN’s overall J-POP request chart.

The experience of recalling memories of a precious person who drifted away, along with the changing seasons, is something many women in their 40s may find themselves identifying with.

With its heartrending vocals and melody that pierce the heart, it’s a ballad that can bring you to tears just by listening.

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Hoshino Takashi

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