Wedding song recommendations! Love songs born in the Reiwa era
When you hear the term “wedding song,” what tracks come to mind?
J-pop is full of classic wedding songs, like Namie Amuro’s “CAN YOU CELEBRATE?” and Kaela Kimura’s “Butterfly.”
That said, some of you might be looking for fresh songs because the staples have become a bit too familiar.
So this time, we’re introducing a selection of exquisite love songs released in the Reiwa era that we highly recommend as wedding songs!
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Recommended for wedding songs! Love songs born in the Reiwa era (21–30)
CITRUSDa-iCE
Centered on a citrus-inspired fragrance, this is the 21st single by the five-member dance and vocal group Da-iCE, a song that conveys small, often-overlooked moments of happiness, kindness, and affection.
It was written as the theme song for the NTV Sunday drama “The Way of the Househusband.” Woven with lyrics about strong bonds, determination, and hope for a free future, it’s surely a rousing message to couples embarking on a new chapter of life.
Released in January 2021 and awarded the 63rd Japan Record Award in the same year, this quintessential Da-iCE love song brightens any space—whether as a wedding performance piece or a karaoke tune for the after-party.
It’s nothing.makaroni enpitsu
A love song wrapped in warmth that portrays the casual, everyday moments with someone you love.
Its gentle melody and heartfelt lyrics are truly captivating.
Released as a digital-only single in November 2021, it was also included on the album “Expectations for a Happy Ending,” released in January 2022.
As the lead track from their major first album, it drew significant attention and reached the top of streaming charts.
It was also selected as a theme song for a TV drama, gaining support across a wide range of generations.
It’s the perfect song for moments when you want to look back on time spent with someone special or express your feelings to the one you love.
It also makes a wonderful choice for wedding BGM.
Joined handsFunatsu Mahiro
This is a ballad by Masato Funatsu that gently weaves the warm happiness found in everyday life with an acoustic touch.
The song was written as a CM theme for the Shimane Denkō Group, centered on the theme of human connection.
Unchanging feelings that endure for decades and bonds that deepen when we join hands are expressed through vocals that slowly seep into the heart.
It’s a heartwarming love song that makes the ordinary days spent with someone special feel even more precious.
Say I doTravis Japan
An exquisite love song that portrays the feeling of being in love with pure sincerity.
Serving as a centerpiece of the double A-side CD single to be released in March 2025, it has been selected as the theme song for the drama “Honnō Switch.” Its heartwarming melody, which gently embraces the precious moment of pledging eternal love, is truly the essence of this work.
It’s a song we especially recommend for those who wish to spend special moments with the one they love.
Heart KnotYuuma
This is a warm ballad by Yuma, written to celebrate the departure into a new chapter of a dear person.
Released in July 2025, it carries a special backstory: it was created as a wedding gift for his own manager.
The song gently weaves pure gratitude and blessings for the future.
The calm tones of piano and acoustic guitar further highlight its straightforward message.
If you listen when you want to express appreciation to a friend or partner, it’s sure to warm your heart.
Highly recommended if you’re looking for a wedding song!
slowAKASAKI
A soothing pop number that helps you forget the hustle and bustle of the city.
It’s a work by singer-songwriter AKASAKI, set for release in July 2025.
The song paints a picture of a meltingly calm time spent with a loved one in a room facing an intersection.
Simply being by a partner’s side brings a sense of fullness—a tender ode to the love found in everyday moments.
When the whirlwind of daily life leaves you a little tired, lend your ear to this gentle melody, and you may feel your heart slowly warm.
On a special/celebratory dayShio Reira
Spun by Leila Ushio, this song is a warm love ballad that sings of how the ordinary moments spent with someone special color life like flowers.
Created as the ending theme for the TV anime “A Sign of Affection Blossoms with Grace” (Kaoru Hana wa Rin to Saku), it was released in July 2025.
It beautifully captures the pure affection of the original work through Leila Ushio’s clear vocals and dramatic sound.
When you’re feeling a little worn out by days that don’t go your way, listening to this song might help you notice the happiness right beside you and fill your heart with gentleness.