Romantic masterpieces. Recommended popular songs.

Flying City PlanningCAPSULE

Flying City Planning

Despite its electronic sound, this classic track by capsule enhances a chic, cute sense of exhilaration with its pleasant scat vocals.

Its uniquely atmospheric melodic sensibility and comfort—like strolling above a city floating in the sky—set it apart, making it a song that evokes a romance of the heavens.

Summer TimeMinami Yasuda

Summer Time

A stylish and sophisticated jazz number by Minami Yasuda.

Centered on beautifully deep, recessed low-end playing, the emotive, ornamented vocals characteristic of jazz singers evoke a trippy sensation, resulting in a romantic piece of Japanese music.

A Place in the SunMISIA

MISIA – A Place in the Sun (Official HD Music Video)

With powerful drums that lock in the rhythm, a familiar, catchy melody line, and a superbly soaring vocal, this Misia classic feels like being led into a sunlit place.

Its highly trippy lyrical worldview and quietly intensifying sense of euphoria make it a song brimming with romance.

Justin’ LoveVolta Masters feat. Michiru Monday

VOLTA MASTERS / JUST IN LOVE

This masterpiece skillfully loops Ahmad Jamal’s “Dolphin Dance” piano riff, wrapping the track in an exquisite, luxurious atmosphere where Monday Michiru’s slightly husky vocals melt in seamlessly.

Her soaring voice and the slow tempo make it a romantic song that fits perfectly with a relaxed after-hours mood.

Time LimitUtada Hikaru

Hikaru Utada – Time Limit

This is a smash hit by Hikaru Utada, a songstress Japan is proud to share with the world.

She gained explosive popularity by penning lyrics that, even as a minor, depicted a profound worldview that seemed to grasp the truth.

This song, too, richly expresses a haunting longing for time itself, making it a work truly worthy of being described as romantically transcendent.

Time After TimeEarth

time after time

This is a classic by the kids’ dance-vocal group Earth.

Although they weren’t blessed with many hits beyond this song, their talent is unquestionable.

The song’s high level of polish—where trippy synthesizers intertwine beautifully with a pleasing chord progression—lets you sink into a romantic reverie about the passage of time.

Crescent ○○Hirahara Ayaka

Mikazuki Marumaru

This is a song written and composed by Ryota Fujimaki that brims with the warm charm of Ayaka Hirahara.

Its glittering, sun-dappled spring sound is layered with her expansive, embracing vocals, gently enfolding the listener’s heart.

You can almost see the scene of looking up at a crescent moon swaying in the sky after the rain, reminiscing about cherished days with someone dear.

Junichi Soga’s acoustic arrangement and the innocent chorus of children further highlight the sense of hope for the future and comfort.

This piece is included on the album “Love 2,” released in April 2017.

It’s a song that will surely warm your heart when you listen to it during peaceful moments with someone special or when taking a new step forward.