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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Songs we recommend for weddings! Love songs born in the Reiwa era (31–40)
An unfinished love song I’ve been working on foreverHata Motohiro
Hata Motohiro’s warm, tender voice weaves together feelings for someone precious.
This gem of a ballad delicately portrays a love that deepens with time, expressing ever-changing shades of affection through its poignant melody.
Released as the theme song for the film “A Love Letter on the 35th Year,” it was distributed digitally in February 2025, followed by a limited-edition CD single with Blu-ray in March.
The bonus video content, including three tracks such as the live performance “Raspberry Lover,” is also compelling.
It’s a song best enjoyed during calm moments—on a quiet walk home from work, or on a peaceful day spent thinking of someone dear.
IvyNovelbright
This is a warm wedding song created by Novelbright’s vocalist, Yudai Takenaka, for a friend’s wedding.
The lyrics portray the happy couple and carefully express the love that grows in everyday life.
It describes the budding of romantic feelings and the way the two support each other, resonating deeply with listeners.
Released in October 2024, the song has received high praise from fans and listeners.
It’s perfect not only for weddings but also for times when you want to reaffirm your feelings for someone special.
Fictionsumika
This work by sumika portrays the everyday lives of two people, woven like a story, set to a refreshing melody.
It carries a positive message: treat each day as a new page and embrace both joys and challenges in your own way.
Released in April 2018 and used as the opening theme for the Fuji TV anime “Wotakoi: Love is Hard for Otaku,” this catchy track lightly colors everyday moments.
It’s the perfect song to mark the departure of two people stepping toward a hope-filled future.
Reasons I like youwacci
This is a wacci song that gently traces the deepening of love.
It warmly depicts how the more you learn—about small gestures, a tendency to tear up, or the way someone hides their true feelings—the more your affection grows.
The music video features Jun Nishiyama and Riho Takada, carefully portraying a story from their first meeting to a proposal.
Released digitally in August 2024 and included on the album “Dressing,” this gem of a love song celebrates the joy of embracing and loving someone in their entirety.
It’s a perfect track for those who want to know everything about the person they love, and for anyone who deeply resonates with that feeling.
bouquetMarushii
Marcy’s song is a moving piece themed around deep love and sincerity in romance.
The lyrics liken feelings for a precious partner to a bouquet of flowers, and the warm, embracing sound resonates with the heart.
Released as a digital single in October 2022, it was also chosen as the theme song for a romantic reality show.
Vocalist Ukyo Yoshida wrote and composed the track, gently expressing the small joys felt in everyday life and the cherished moments with a lover.
It’s a song you’ll want to play at weddings, anniversaries, and other occasions when you want to convey gratitude to someone special.
Recommended for wedding songs! Love songs born in the Reiwa era (41–50)
Recipe for HappinessHirai Dai
This song features a warm vocal delivery that tenderly accompanies the bond between two lovers.
Chosen as the ending theme for the second season of the TV anime “The Apothecary Diaries,” it’s a gem of a love song where Dai Hirai’s signature gentle atmosphere and smooth melodic lines blend beautifully.
It’s attracting attention not only from Dai Hirai’s fans but also from anime fans as a track that further enriches the show’s world.
With lyrics that highlight the importance of connection and compassion, it’s perfect for moments like the first dance or the cake-cutting at a wedding.
What I noticed wasGENERATIONS from EXILE TRIBE
This is a love ballad that tightens your chest with a straightforward confession of love.
Performed by GENERATIONS, it’s set for release in March 2025.
Centered on the theme of expressing your feelings to someone important, its message comes through even just by reading the lyrics.
The gentle, warm sound arrangement is also truly lovely.
For those with a partner, I think it will help you rediscover the happiness of having your loved one by your side.