Romantic masterpieces. Recommended popular songs.

DreamingFreeTempo

FreeTEMPO / Dreaming

Opening with a beautiful piano solo, this masterpiece by FreeTEMPO wraps you in a dreamy progression and brisk rhythms that make you feel as if you’re being led to heaven.

As a house track with an unparalleled piano elegance, it hits the sweet spot for romantics.

RendezvousNissy(Nishijima Takahiro)

Nissy (Takahiro Nishijima) / “Rendezvous” Music Video

A gem of a love song that portrays the aching feelings of lovers nestled together on a quiet night.

Nissy’s sweet, whisper-like vocals and lush tone vividly set the nighttime mood.

It’s a superb medium-tempo number that expresses the desire to cherish their special time alone and the wish for that moment to last forever, all wrapped in a mellow sound.

Released in July 2023, the track is also included on the album HOCUS POCUS 4, and together with the visual beauty of the performance, it has captivated many hearts.

It’s an exceptional song brimming with a mature atmosphere.

Better Half (feat. JEONGHAN of SEVENTEEN)Omoinotake

Omoinotake | Better Half (feat. JEONGHAN of SEVENTEEN) -Japanese ver.-【Studio Recording Video】

This song’s warm vocals really touch the heart.

Woven around the theme of long-distance love by Omoinotake, it was released in January 2025.

It’s a love number featuring SEVENTEEN’s JEONGHAN.

Chosen as the theme song for ABEMA’s dating show “Koisuru ♥ Shūmatsu Homestay 2025 Winter,” the track drew plenty of attention.

Its message—that even when you’re apart, your hearts remain connected—is expressed through a soothing melody and rhythm.

If you’re living away from someone special, you’ll surely relate.

Lion HeartSMAP

Lion Heart – SMAP

A gem of a love song by SMAP that passionately sings of destined love.

The lyrics express a man’s deep affection for the woman he loves and his unwavering resolve to risk his life to protect her, portraying a love that is both powerful and gentle.

From sharing everyday emotions with his partner to envisioning a future family, the words carry a determined vow of eternal love.

Released in August 2000, the song gained attention as the theme for the drama “Food Fight,” starring Tsuyoshi Kusanagi.

It remains a staple at weddings and is recommended for couples who wish to pledge everlasting love, as well as for those who want to share the joy of having met their soulmate.

On the Breeze of LoveVaundy

On the Breeze of Love Sickness / Vaundy: MUSIC VIDEO

A sweet love story that begins with a gentle breeze drifting into everyday life through the window.

Vaundy’s sound, which modernizes elements of 1990s J-pop, beautifully captures both the exhilaration and the bittersweetness of falling in love.

Within the small moments of daily life, the feelings of two people who care for each other are woven with care, revealing the subtle nuances unique to a mature romance throughout.

Released in March 2022, the song was written as the theme for an ABEMA romance reality show and was later included on the album “replica.” The music video, featuring Ryo Narita and Aju Makita, also garnered attention.

It’s a track best enjoyed on a quiet night with someone special, letting a calm feeling wash over you.

shhhhhhh!!WEST.

WEST. – shhhhhhh!!［Official Music Video（YouTube Ver.）］

A sophisticated love song brimming with mature allure.

Showcasing WEST.’s outstanding expressive power, this track is included on the album “A.H.O.

-Audio Hang Out-,” set for release in March 2025.

It has been selected as the opening theme for the Yomiuri TV drama “Kiss de Fusaide, Barenaide” (“Seal It with a Kiss, Don’t Let It Show”).

In the drama, member Ryusei Fujii plays the lead role.

Blending an uptempo sound with lyrics that convey hidden feelings of love, the song creates a dramatic atmosphere.

It’s a tune that gently resonates with anyone grappling with the ache of a bittersweet romance.

my nameback number

back number – My Name (full)

This is a gem of a medium-tempo ballad that portrays a profound form of love in which hearts connect simply by calling each other’s names.

Set to the gentle melodies woven by back number, it warmly sings of gratitude and devoted feelings toward someone precious.

Meeting someone who accepts your weaknesses and wounds, and the desire to give them everything—these emotions make for a bittersweet yet heartwarming song that leaves a deep impression.

Released as a single in May 2016 and included on the album “Encore,” this track was written as the theme song for the film “Wolf Girl and Black Prince.” It reached No.

6 on the Oricon Weekly Singles Chart and earned Gold Disc certification, becoming a popular hit.

It’s a heartwarming love song you’ll want to listen to while thinking of someone important to you, recommended for moments when you want to renew your gratitude for irreplaceable people—be they a partner, a friend, or family.