Kana Nishino’s Love Songs: Popular Track Rankings [2026]

Dear BrideNishino Kana31rank/position

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

It’s a popular song for weddings.

It’s a track packed with Kana Nishino’s charm.

It’s filled with heartfelt wishes for a friend’s marriage, and listening to it warms your heart.

You can feel the depth and tenderness of friendship, and it’s sure to resonate with many people.

It was released in October 2016 and won the Japan Cable Radio Award that December.

It’s perfect not only as a wedding song but also for expressing your feelings to someone special.

Why not give it a listen when you want to feel the bonds you share with friends and family?

DistansNishino Kana32rank/position

Kana Nishino 'Distance (short ver.)'

Kana Nishino’s love songs are hugely popular among women of her generation.

Even among her unrequited-love songs, there are tracks like “Aitakute Aitakute” and “GO FOR IT!!” that express feelings straightforwardly.

But for college students who are beginning to experience that ambiguous distance between being friends and being something more, I recommend this song as well.

It conveys the aching sadness of chasing and chasing yet never reaching.

Many listeners seem to relate to the pain of wanting to lock their hearts but being unable to stop their feelings.

MAKE UPNishino Kana33rank/position

Kana Nishino 'MAKE UP (short ver.)'

Kana Nishino’s love songs make you feel as if she understands every romantic moment of the younger generation.

One of them, MAKE UP, sings about moving on after a heartbreak.

It was also used as the theme song for the animated film Chocolate Underground.

Many girls might relate to the lyrics about doing their makeup the way their beloved boyfriend likes while they’re together.

But from now on, it’s makeup to blow away the gloom of a broken heart and to elevate yourself even more.

If you’re feeling down, why not put on some cute makeup for your own smile along with Kana Nishino’s song?

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SAKI

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No.1Nishino Kana34rank/position

Kana Nishino “No.1” MV Full

This work portrays the heart of a young woman who, despite being timid about love, wishes to be the top priority for the person she likes.

It’s a song by Kana Nishino, supported as a charismatic figure in love songs, and was included as the lead track on her album “Secret Collection ~GREEN~,” released in November 2015.

Chosen as the theme song for the NTV drama “The Memorandum of Kyoko Okitegami,” it captured the hearts of many alongside the story.

The lyrics convey a relatable, honest emotional state—wanting to be confident yet feeling anxious—and if you use them as a surprise message, you’re sure to make the recipient’s heart race.

How about sending short messages bit by bit on LINE to your special someone and, at the end, conveying your sincere love? Along with playful phrases that savor the thrill of romantic strategy, let your special feelings reach them.

SAKURA, I love you？Nishino Kana35rank/position

Kana Nishino - “SAKURA, I love you?” (short ver.)

This song portrays the delicate emotions of a woman who, while gazing at a scene of fluttering cherry blossoms, finds herself recalling a past love.

Kana Nishino’s gentle yet powerful vocals express the turmoil of a heart wavering between an unforgettable romance and the possibility of a new one.

Included on the album “Love Place,” the track was also featured in Sony’s Walkman “Play You.” commercial and was released in March 2012.

It earned Platinum certification from the Recording Industry Association of Japan, garnering strong support from many listeners.

With a melody that resonates especially in the season when spring arrives, it’s the perfect song for those who hold fragile, beautiful memories of love, like cherry blossom petals dancing in the air.

Wish Upon A StarNishino Kana36rank/position

Kana Nishino 'Wish Upon A Star' Live Performance

The song “Wish Upon A Star,” included on the 6th album Just LOVE.

Its lyrics portray the feelings of someone with an unrequited crush who doesn’t ask for much, and many listeners will likely find themselves relating it to their own experiences.

The melody moves up and down in small steps, but since the range isn’t very wide and the tempo is relaxed, it’s easy to sing calmly—even at karaoke.

At under three minutes long, this sentimental number is also easy to try because of its short length.

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Hoshino Takashi

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No matter how…Nishino Kana37rank/position

Kana Nishino - "No Matter How... (short ver.)"

Kana Nishino, whose realistic love songs are popular among women.

Her track “Tatoe Donna ni…” is a breakup song that stirs up memories and feelings about past love and someone you once liked—anyone who’s been heartbroken will find themselves nodding along in recognition.

It’s the perfect song for those seeking a love ballad to fully sink into, one that amplifies autumn’s sentimental mood.

Listen closely, savor it, cry your heart out—and then overcome the heartbreak and take your next step forward.

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utatane

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I fall in love with you againNishino Kana38rank/position

Kana Nishino “Falling in Love with You Again” MV Full

A song where Kana Nishino’s voice speaks for the feelings of a girl in love! While she’s thinking, “Let’s just end this,” she’s still drawn in by his smile—those complex emotions are portrayed with delicacy.

Released digitally in August 2024 and later included on the EP “Love Again” in September.

Centered on unrequited love, the track features the highly relatable lyrics characteristic of Kana Nishino.

Even after realizing the person she likes actually likes someone else and feeling down, just one message from him makes her happy—the song captures those emotional ups and downs of love.

Be sure to give it a careful listen!

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Kana Nishino 'More…' MV Full

“Motto,” a song about a woman’s love captured in the plea “I want you to look only at me…,” was released in 2009 by Kana Nishino, a singer known for numerous love songs.

Its R&B-tinged beat unfolds alongside a sound where shimmering strings intertwine.

Many listeners may relate to lyrics that express the wish to see—even just a little—or call the person you love.

It’s a sentimental love song that stays with you during moments of anxiety or loneliness.

If you’re carrying the loneliness of unrequited love, give it a listen.

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PopNishino Kana40rank/position

Kana Nishino “Pa” MV (Short Ver.)

Kana Nishino’s track is one that soothes the pain of heartbreak and gives you the courage to look forward.

With its upbeat rhythm and bright melody, just listening to it is enough to bring a natural smile to your face.

The lyrics, which paint the small joys of everyday life, are sure to gently reach even those weighed down by heavy feelings.

Released in May 2017, the song was used in Otsuka Foods’ “Vitamin Carbonated MATCH” commercial and as the theme song for NTV’s “Sukkiri!!.” Speaking about its production, Kana Nishino shared that “a voice from my heart just slipped out.” It’s a perfect song for anyone who wants to regain their smile after tears.