Classic songs about romance. Recommended popular tracks.

You’re My Only Shinin’ StarNagayama Miho

You’re My Only Shinin’ Star

A classic song sung by Miho Nakayama that expresses heartfelt feelings for a beloved partner.

Set to a gentle, ballad-style melody, her clear, tender voice wraps the miracle of meeting and a love that lasts forever.

Crafted by city pop maestro Toshiki Kadomatsu, the track was released as a single in February 1988 and reached No.

1 on the Oricon Weekly Chart.

It also drew attention as an insert song for the drama “Mama wa Idol!” Embraced by many listeners, it remains a song that accompanies those quiet moments of gazing up at the night sky and thinking of someone special.

The Start of RomanceNogizaka 46

Nogizaka46 “The Start of Romance” Short Ver.

It’s a coupling track from Nogizaka46’s single “Kizuitara Kataomoi,” released in April 2014.

The music video depicts a male university student falling in love with Nanase Nishino.

It reached number one on the Oricon weekly chart.

Silhouette RomanceOhashi Junko

Junko Ohashi Live ’82 (4) Silhouette Romance

This is a single by Junko Ohashi released in November 1981, created as an image song for a paperback series of the same name.

It began to sell the following year and peaked at No.

7 on the Oricon chart.

There is also a self-cover version by Takao Kisugi, who composed the song.

Forever RomanceOkamura Takako

Takako Okamura Forever Romance by koming

This is a single by Takako Okamura released in June 1993, which reached a peak position of 13 on the Oricon charts.

It was used as the theme song for Nippon TV’s broadcast of the “Crown Prince and Masako’s Wedding Special.” Note that the album version has a slightly longer final chorus.

ROMANCEarashi

Arashi Romance choreography

A song included on Arashi’s album “One,” released in August 2005, was composed by American music producer Joey Carbone.

The album reached No.

1 on the Oricon weekly chart and has been certified Gold.

Romeo+Juliet -Love goes on-Hirai Dai

Hirai Dai / Romeo + Juliet -Love goes on- (Lyric Video)

A heartwarming love song by Dai Hirai that beautifully portrays fated love, inspired by Shakespeare’s masterpiece Romeo and Juliet.

Centered on themes of eternal love and destined encounters, it gently sings of pure affection nurtured in a world just for two.

Released in May 2020, the song is included on the album Life Goes On.

It continues to be cherished as a piece that colors life’s important moments, such as weddings and proposals.

It’s a wonderful song that softly encourages those who hold strong feelings for someone they love but find it hard to express them.

SymphonyHirai Dai

Hirai Dai / Symphony (Music Video)

Characterized by warm, heartfelt vocals and a grand orchestral arrangement, this gem of a love ballad gives voice to the universal longing for a hero and the resolve to protect the ones we cherish.

Infused with Dai Hirai’s perspective as a father, it carries a powerful message brimming with hope and love for the future.

Released in April 2023 as the theme song for the film TOKYO MER: Mobile Emergency Room – The Movie, it marked Hirai’s first theme for a live-action film.

The song is also included on his best-of album LOVE＋PEACE, released in May of the same year.

This track is perfect for new beginnings with someone special, pivotal moments in life, or any time you need the courage to face forward.

Wrapped in its warm vocals, it’s sure to help you take that first step toward tomorrow.