A lineup of timeless masterpieces to pass down to future generations! Ballad songs born in the Reiwa era
Ballad songs featuring piano, acoustic guitar, and strings have produced timeless classics in every era.
Whether they express feelings for someone, depict heartbreak, or paint a grand, expansive world, countless hit songs have emerged that resonate with listeners of their time.
Here, we introduce standout ballads born in the Reiwa era.
Give them a listen when you want to immerse yourself in music.
A lineup of timeless masterpieces to pass down to future generations! Ballad songs born in the Reiwa era (1–10)
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A song by the four-piece piano pop band Official HIGE DANDism, whose dramatic development and emotional vocals move the heart.
Released in October 2022 as the theme song for the TV drama “silent,” it’s a winter ballad that feels like seeking warmth amid the cold of the season.
It portrays the power of words and the difficulty and beauty of touching people’s hearts through them, resonating with many listeners.
It’s a perfect track not only for those in love but also for moments when you want to convey your feelings to someone important.
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A quintessential ballad of the Reiwa era, whose poignant imagery and melody seep into the heart.
Through summer memories, the song portrays reminiscence of the past and hope for the future, and was released as Yorushika’s third single.
Chosen as the theme song for the film “A Whisker Away,” which premiered in June 2020, its beautiful Japanese lyrics and clear, translucent vocals resonated with many listeners.
It’s a track that gives you the courage to accept past experiences and take a new step forward.
A tender, companionable ballad you’ll want to listen to alone on a quiet night.
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A bittersweet ballad that portrays the pain of heartbreak and a new beginning.
The lyrical arrangement of piano and strings pairs exquisitely with the clear, airy high-tone vocals that seem to seep into the heart.
Released as a digital single in December 2020, the track was also selected as the Monthly Song for the weather segment of Fuji TV’s “Tokudane!” in February.
The music video features actress Yumi Wakatsuki, poignantly depicting the memories shared by two people and their parting.
It’s a moving piece that offers solace to those striving to overcome the pain of a broken heart.
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Singer-songwriter Uru, whose clear, translucent voice gently stays close to the listener’s heart.
Released digitally in May 2023 and later issued in June as the single “Kokoroe/Kami Hitoe,” this song was written as the theme for the drama “Kazama Kojin – Kyōjō 0 –.” The harmony of piano and vocals, which conveys a strong will within quietude, tenderly eases taut tension.
Its message—that if you keep walking with your own sense of purpose, the way will open—seems to gently nudge those weighed down by doubt.
It’s a timeless masterpiece, loved over the long term, and was also chosen as the theme song for the 2026 film “Kyōjō Reunion.” This ballad is one you’ll want to hear when daily life leaves you tired or when you wish to reflect on yourself.
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Motoki Omori, the singer-songwriter who commands an overwhelming presence as the frontman of the national rock band Mrs.
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Marking five years since he began his solo career, this track—featured on his first mini-album “OITOMA,” released in February 2026—is a mid-tempo ballad written as the theme song for the film “90 Meters,” which opens in March 2026.
In contrast to the dazzling persona he shows with the band, his gently conversational voice carries a quiet fervor that resonates deeply.
The sound evokes the preciousness of everyday life and closely mirrors the film’s worldview, making it a song that will tenderly accompany you when you want to linger in the afterglow of the story or cherish a quiet night alone.