Gently staying close to a wounded heart… A Reiwa-era heartbreak song
Even in the Reiwa era, the desire to have music heal a heart wounded by heartbreak is probably the same as ever.
Unrequited love, love that has ended—its forms vary from person to person, but there are countless songs in the world that those with such experiences will find relatable.
So this time, we’re introducing heartbreak songs born in the Reiwa era.
You’re sure to find tracks that resonate with your own experiences, so be sure to check them out!
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Gently staying close to a wounded heart… Reiwa-era heartbreak songs (51–60)
Yorunagi feat. nishinaindigo la End
This is a poignant song that depicts a farewell arriving on a winter night.
It beautifully expresses how a relationship between two people moves toward its end in the quiet of the night.
Anyone who has experienced a painful goodbye may relate to the wish, “Please wait to say goodbye until winter is over.” Indigo la End’s delicate musicality and Nishina’s transparent, airy vocals are a perfect match, leaving a lingering resonance that sinks into the heart.
Released digitally on January 17, 2025, the track is included on the album “MOLTING AND DANCING,” out on the 29th of the same month.
It’s a song for those who, on the verge of parting from someone important, want to spend their final moments together.
wa, wo, nnishina
This is a gentle song by NISHINA that traces a life’s journey, beginning with the first syllables of the Japanese syllabary, “a-i,” and ending with “wa-wo-n.” It delicately portrays the sway of emotions—loneliness, joy, and sorrow—while layering a profound question of what love is over the changing seasons and everyday scenes.
Released in December 2024, the track was produced by GeG of Hentai Shinshi Club, and its striking music video directed by Megumi Murotani also drew attention.
It’s a warm, encouraging song that offers comfort to those who keep asking themselves, “What is love?” in the midst of daily life, and to anyone searching for the meaning of life.
the first strong spring windnishina
A song by Nishina that delicately depicts a poignant spring scene.
The warm tones of the acoustic guitar and a melody line that feels somehow nostalgic sink deep into the heart.
The lyrics, woven with everyday scenery and memories, resonate with each listener’s own experiences and evoke empathy.
Released in March 2023, it was featured as a song for a radiko commercial.
Seeing the lyrics that recall a love which ended without ever being confessed may make many people feel as if their hearts are being gently gripped.
Say goodbye to the love I clung to.matsuri
This is a song by Matsuri that delicately portrays the feelings of a woman breaking free from a past dependence on love and trying to take a new step forward.
Released digitally in June 2022, it features striking lyrics about the struggle between telling herself she’s forgotten her former partner and the bittersweet memories that occasionally resurface.
The track gained popularity on TikTok and resonated with younger listeners, and a music video starring Yuu Miyazaki was also produced.
It’s a warm breakup song that offers comfort to those trying to face forward despite heartache and to those who still feel lingering attachment to past love.
Gently staying close to wounded feelings… Heartbreak songs of the Reiwa era (61–70)
My love was overflowing.mosao.
This is a song by Mosao that brims with overflowing affection and the bittersweet ache of parting.
Its gentle vocals and the warm sound of acoustic guitar offer comfort to anyone who has experienced the pain of heartbreak.
Released in September 2020, the track spread mainly through social media and resonated with many listeners.
It’s highly recommended for those who have gone through a breakup and find themselves longing for happier times.
Each listen brings back memories of that special someone and gives you a sense of emotional cleansing.
AfterwordTonbokōpu
A ballad that sings of the pain of heartbreak and the courage to look ahead.
Tonbo Corp’s “Afterword” was released in January 2025.
Its poignant lyrics addressed to a former lover and the emotional resonance of the guitar touch the heart.
Vocalist Rin Yukimura’s true-to-life voice faithfully conveys the protagonist’s feelings.
It’s a warm song recommended not only for those who have experienced heartbreak, but also for anyone who wants to take even a small step forward in life.
I don’t want to see you; I want to see you.Ueno Yūka
A ballad by Yuuka Ueno that sets painfully bittersweet scenes of heartbreak—so vivid they make your chest ache just remembering—against a simple, piano-led melody.
Six months after the breakup, the protagonist’s heart is still tangled in conflicting emotions born from being unable to forget their former lover: aching to see them, yet not wanting to.
Included on the January 2019 album “Sukina Hito wa Anata datta” (“You Were the One I Loved”), this song is sure to resonate deeply with anyone who has gone through a breakup and still hasn’t sorted out their feelings.
When they suddenly come to mind in a quiet moment, why not listen to this track and face your true feelings?