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Yuzu Ballad Songs: Popular Song Rankings [2026]
As a Japanese folk duo, Yuzu is popular with people of all ages.
They have many great songs, but this time we’ve picked out only their ballads and put together a ranking of the most popular ones.
Is your favorite song on the list?
Be sure to check it out.
Yuzu Ballad Songs: Popular Song Rankings [2026] (1–10)
Bridge of Gloryyuzu1rank/position
This song portrays the hardships and setbacks in life, and the journey of overcoming them to grasp hope.
It beautifully expresses the light that awaits beyond tears no one sees and the sweat shed in silence, woven with melodies and words that deeply resonate with listeners.
Released by Yuzu in July 2004, the song was chosen as NHK’s official theme for the Athens Olympics, and, together with the moment the men’s gymnastics team won gold, it became etched in the memories of many.
Loved as a cheer song for everyone striving toward their goals, it continues to offer support: to those taking steady steps toward their dreams and to those confronting the walls before them.
As a piece that accompanies the important moments of life, it delivers a powerful, heartfelt message that truly resonates.
I want to see you.yuzu2rank/position
In April 2009, Yuzu released a gem of a ballad imbued with a stirring melody and deep feelings for a loved one.
Created by Kitagawa as an expression of gratitude and love for his late father, the song touched many hearts as the theme for the NHK drama “Ghost Friends.” Carried by a warm piano tone and a beautiful string arrangement, it gives voice to a heartfelt wish for a beloved person who has been lost.
Their moving performance on the Kōhaku Uta Gassen remains fresh in memory, and the song was also included on the album “Yuzu Iroha 1997–2017,” where it continues to be cherished.
It is a piece that gently stays close to the hearts of those who have experienced the parting of a dear one or who carry feelings they cannot fully express.
somedayyuzu3rank/position
It’s a classic that gently wraps winter’s bittersweet feeling.
Yuzu’s beautiful harmonies really resonate in the heart.
Released in January 1999, this song expresses the feelings of thinking about someone dear as winter arrives.
It’s also included on the album “Uta Jiki ~Sakura Saku Hen~,” and is cherished as one of Yuzu’s signature songs.
The anecdote that Yuujin Kitagawa wrote and composed it from a sudden burst of inspiration is fascinating too.
It’s perfect for winter nights when you want to spend time alone or sink into memories with someone special.
Yuzu’s warm vocals will soothe your heart in the cold season.
Look Up at the Stars of the Night ~Our Song~yuzu4rank/position
This is a song by Yuzu released in 2017.
It also drew attention for being selected as the 2017 theme song for the Fuji TV variety show “Mecha-Mecha Iketeru!!”.
I think the duo’s gentle vocals give many listeners energy and hope.
It’s the kind of song that makes you feel like you can keep going when you’re feeling down or have stumbled.
Rain, then Sunshine Hallelujahyuzu5rank/position
It’s a tear-jerking, earnest love ballad by Yuzu, an acoustic and distinctly Japanese duo, boasting outstanding completeness as a work that is simple yet radiates a vibrant presence.
It’s a classic whose refreshing style delivers lyrics that gently resonate in the heart.
moonlightyuzu6rank/position
Yuzu’s “Tsukikage” is a song that gently conveys the warm charm of their folk duo.
It was included as the B-side to their 2002 single “Mata Aeru Hi Made.” Starting from street performances and continuing to capture the hearts of many fans, their music in this track layers softly over the quiet backdrop of night.
Although Yuzu had a major breakthrough in the late ’90s, “Tsukikage” reflects influences from a wide range of genres—folk, pop, and country—its moving melody and lyrics weaving an emotionally rich story that anyone might relate to.
It’s a song like walking under a moonlit sky, carrying a touch of loneliness while seeking a gentle light.
Sung by Yuzu, “Tsukikage” slowly seeps into the heart—one of those songs that lingers.
Goodbye Busyuzu7rank/position
A heartwarming message song carried on the spring breeze.
Released in March 1999, this track became one of Yuzu’s signature songs.
Its gentle melody and Yujin Kitagawa’s warm vocals beautifully capture both the sadness of parting and the anticipation of new encounters.
The lyrics vividly convey the intertwining feelings of reluctance to say goodbye and the wish for the other person’s happiness.
Listening to it in spring may bring back nostalgic memories.
It’s the perfect song for anyone starting a new chapter or experiencing a farewell with someone important.
Its compassionate lyrics are sure to encourage you.
Friend ~Time of Departure~yuzu8rank/position
This is a Yuzu song themed around friendship and new beginnings.
Featuring an acoustic, piano-centered sound, it portrays both the sorrow of parting with friends and the mix of anticipation and anxiety that comes with setting out on a new path.
Released in September 2013 and selected as a required piece for NHK’s National School Music Competition, it remains a popular choice for graduation ceremonies and choral contests.
Embraced by a wide audience, the song offers comfort to those facing a departure or experiencing a farewell with someone important.
It may even serve as a reminder of the bonds you share with your companions.
Song of a Friendyuzu9rank/position
Back when we were students, we were always together and could laugh about anything, but as adults we all go our separate ways and sometimes feel like we’re being crushed by society.
This is a friendship song filled with the resolve to pause for a moment, remember those silly yet precious times with friends, and start smiling again tomorrow.
layersyuzu10rank/position
This song was created to accompany the 15th anniversary of the Great East Japan Earthquake.
Produced as NHK’s 15th Anniversary Earthquake Remembrance Song, it is included on the album “Kokone,” released in March 2026.
Its expansive sound—layered voices, strings, and the resonance of piano—moves the heart.
This solemn ballad sound gently embraces emotions such as the pain of loss and the hope that looks toward the future.
When you want to quietly face memories of the past or think of someone dear to you, please give it a listen.