A timeless masterpiece that lets you feel the cosmos. A space-themed song filled with dreams and love, evoking starry skies and galaxies.
What kind of music do you think of when you hear “space”? If we limit ourselves to just the word “space,” the scope might feel narrow, but there are songs that capture it from many angles—like the moon and the stars.
This is a playlist packed with theme songs from TV anime and films that use space as a motif, as well as masterpieces that feature planets, stars, and the moon in their titles.
While researching, I was surprised to find that many space-themed songs are essentially love songs.
How romantic.
Please enjoy a generous selection of space songs that brim with dreams and hope, and overflow with love for that special someone!
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Timeless songs that let you feel the cosmos: space-themed tracks full of dreams and love that evoke starry skies and galaxies (71–80)
planetA-ko
With its expansive soundscape that evokes the cosmos, the song stands out for its metaphorical portrayal of Ms.
Ako’s inner world as planets.
It delicately depicts self-acceptance and aspirations for the future, carrying a message that resonates with listeners.
Released in February 2024 and included on the album “Space Voyage,” the track features an inventive sound that fuses diverse elements such as electronica and ambient.
The music video employs visuals that liken the mind’s inner world to planets, vividly reflecting Ms.
Ako’s musical vision.
It’s recommended for calm nights or moments when you want to face yourself.
Hill Where Stars FallMISIA
A gem of a ballad by MISIA, sung with a yearning for the stars that twinkle in the night sky.
Its beautiful lyrics layer memories of the past and hopes for the future onto the stars, and her commanding five-octave voice amplifies the emotion, moving listeners to their core.
Included on her debut album Mother Father Brother Sister, released in 1998, the piece features a strikingly grand arrangement woven from strings and piano.
It’s a song we especially recommend to those in long-distance relationships or anyone quietly holding feelings for someone dear.
City of StardustGosuperāzu
A gem-like ballad by The Gospellers that sings of the bittersweetness of long-distance love and the warmth of affection, woven into a beautiful harmony like stars shining in the night sky.
In this piece, each member is given a solo part, and their distinct voices overlap to create a stunning harmony, like a constellation.
Released in November 2002, the song was also loved as the theme for the Fuji TV drama “The Life of Genius Professor Yanagisawa,” and it reached No.
3 on the Oricon Weekly Chart.
It’s the perfect song for those holding thoughts of a loved one far away, or for couples who want to spend Tanabata night with someone special.
Masterpieces that let you feel the cosmos: space songs brimming with dreams and love that evoke starry skies and galaxies (81–90)
shooting starNakajima Mika
A gem-like ballad by Mika Nakashima that sings of feelings for a love that has passed, while gazing at shimmering shooting stars in the night sky.
Many fans praise its beautiful lyrics—sung with a clear, translucent voice—as “so heartrending that words can’t describe it.” Released in November 2009 as her 30th single, the song was also featured in a TV commercial for the housing information service Housemate.
The lyrics, carried by a gentle, warm melody, are sure to resonate deeply with those in long-distance relationships.
If you listen while looking up at the Tanabata night sky, your heart will tighten without you even realizing it.
Another OrionFujii Fumiya
This is a memorable song featuring a beautiful melody that evokes the vastness of the universe and lyrics that portray a bittersweet love.
Fumiya Fujii’s sweet yet powerful vocals vividly express the bond between two people, likened to the constellation Orion.
Released in August 1996, the song gained attention as the theme for the TBS drama “Glass Fragments.” It topped the Oricon charts and became a major hit, remaining on the chart for 22 weeks.
As a sparkling love song that resonates in the heart when thinking of someone special under the starry sky, it has continued to be cherished by many.
SpacecraftBE:FIRST
BE:FIRST’s ambitious work, set against the vast backdrop of space, powerfully stirs the listener’s heart.
Its spacey, abstract sound is striking—like boarding a starship and launching into the unknown.
Through grand themes such as mystical darkness and light, time and fate, it awakens the courage to take on new challenges.
Included on the single “Spacecraft / Sailing,” released in February 2025, it also features “Sailing,” the ending theme for the Fish-Man Island arc of the TV anime ONE PIECE.
It’s a song that will surely push you forward when you want to break out of your shell and grow, or when you need the courage to take a new step.
Sexy★DynamiteDerakkusu × Derakkusu
This song sings of a grand love set against the stage of outer space.
Released by Deluxe × Deluxe in March 2024, it captivates listeners with a modern sound while incorporating elements of Showa-era pop.
The bold lyrics about taming the Earth and the cosmos vividly reflect the band’s distinctive worldview.
The music video combines CGI and live performance footage, fully conveying the band’s appeal.
It’s a humorous yet cool track by a rock band known for its unique aesthetic and flamboyant performances.