Just listening to it makes passion surge up! A friendship song of the Reiwa era.
Friendship songs that reaffirm the bonds we share with our friends are moving no matter the era.
Even in today’s world—often said to be marked by weaker interpersonal connections—the importance of those irreplaceable people in our lives hasn’t changed.
Songs that speak to us with power, songs that vow unchanging relationships, songs that express gratitude to those who truly understand us—there are countless examples.
So this time, we’re introducing friendship songs of the Reiwa era.
Find the tracks you can truly relate to!
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Just listening to it makes passion well up! Friendship Songs of the Reiwa Era (1–10)
Team friendsChiba Yūki
As a song that celebrates the bonds of friendship, it carries a message that resonates deeply.
The repeated phrase “Team Friends” powerfully expresses a sense of unity and belonging with one’s crew.
The lyrics, which sing of friendships that transcend regions like Kansai and Kanto, are sure to warm listeners’ hearts.
Released in February 2024, this track marks a milestone as Yuki Chiba resumed activities under his real name.
The music video, filmed with over a hundred friends, reportedly had a lively, festival-like atmosphere.
It’s a recommended song for those who cherish bonds with friends or want to feel connected to others.
Bestieyuka
This song has been drawing attention as a heartwarming number themed around friendship.
Yuka’s warm vocals and the lyrics depicting an intimate relationship are especially striking.
Released in September 2022, it was also included on her major debut full-length album, “messy bag.” The lyrics expressing bonds with friends and feelings of gratitude are sure to resonate with listeners.
It’s a recommended track for when you want to look back on memories with friends or convey your appreciation to someone special.
It’s a charming friendship song that fully showcases Yuka’s musicality.
usual membersriria.
Lilia’s song vividly captures the precious time spent with the usual crew and the sparkle of youth.
It’s a warm, emotional track that reminds us of the irreplaceable friendships built in the everyday moments.
You can’t help but feel that wishful ache—if only those times laughing with friends could last forever.
Released in October 2022, the song was featured in Universal Studios Japan’s “Escape the Usual Tonight” commercial.
Ryo Nagano’s slightly mature sound design amplifies Lilia’s down-to-earth lyrics.
It’s a number you’ll want to listen to in spring—when you’re meeting new companions and hoping to make many memories—while thinking of the dear friends who mean so much.
Just listening to it makes passion well up inside! Friendship songs of the Reiwa era (11–20)
FriendKanjani∞
This is the first single from Kanjani Eight as a five-member group, drawing attention as a Reiwa-era friendship song.
Chosen as the theme song for a TV drama, it became a hit with cumulative sales of 329,000 copies.
The lyrics, which sing of unchanging bonds and friendship, portray the strength to overcome life’s joys and hardships, resonating with many listeners.
Strongly supported by fans, it became their biggest hit since establishing their independent label.
It’s a heartwarming J-pop track you’ll want to listen to when you want to reaffirm the bonds with your friends or when you feel lost in life.
sunflowerAdo
Ado, who enjoys immense popularity both in Japan and abroad as a new-generation singer.
Chosen as the theme song for the TV drama “18/40: Dreams and Love If We’re Together,” this track stands out with lyrics by Miyuhan that evoke the image of sunflowers.
It conveys a determination to take a step forward with courage, even for someone timid, and simply listening to it can make you feel positive.
Set to an up-tempo arrangement by 40mP, Ado’s powerful vocals resonate throughout.
Released in July 2023, the song closely ties in with the drama’s worldview and moved many viewers.
It’s an emotional number that stays by your side when you’re feeling down or ready to take a new step forward.
Run Through the MemoriesMy Hair is Bad
Written as the theme song for the film “Crayon Shin-chan: Ora-tachi no Kyōryū Nikki,” I felt this track resonates with anyone who grows through repeated meetings and farewells.
Released digitally in June 2024 and closing out the album “ghosts,” it carries the message that every day that has passed connects to who we are now.
In the lyrics—Tomomi Shiiki’s first to be written with “someone else” in mind—there’s a kindness that embraces not only the happy moments but even sorrow.
It’s a warm number that tells us the time spent with that precious “you” becomes the strength to move into the future.
When you want to reaffirm your gratitude for friends and family, or when you’re feeling a bit unsure of yourself, listening to it will surely give you a push forward!
best friendSG
A song by SG that I want to give to a dear friend.
As the title suggests, it’s a warm message song themed around the bond with a friend deeply connected at heart.
Life brings many partings—graduations, turning points—but this song straightforwardly sings about an unchanging friendship despite distance, and the hope of meeting again.
Released as a single in March 2022, it resonated with many people, ranking high in LINE MUSIC’s real-time music video charts.
Known for “Bokura Mata,” SG penned this track in his own words, offering not only the sorrow of parting but also the courage to look ahead.
It’s perfect as BGM for graduation season, as well as for times when you want to express gratitude that’s hard to say, or when you’re thinking of a friend far away.