[2026] Japanese songs that sing “Thank You.” A roundup of J-pop gratitude songs

Thank you forever!i☆Ris

Thank you forever!

i☆Ris, who balance careers as voice actors and idols, are active on the anime music scene.

This song, included on their 19th single “FANTASTIC ILLUSION” released in August 2019, is the coupling track to the title song that served as the opening theme for the TV anime “Tejina Senpai,” yet it’s a fan-favorite classic.

Looking back on their journey so far, the lyrics, which express gratitude to their companions and supporters and a promise for the future, are sure to stir listeners’ hearts.

Having ranked highly in the 10th anniversary fan-vote project, it has become an indispensable song for the group’s milestones.

When you want to say “thank you” to someone important—family, friends, and more—please give it a listen!

Thank you for the MusicRyukku to soine gohan

Cuddling with a Backpack Dinner / Thank you for the Music [Music Video]

This is a song that delivers pure love and gratitude for music, carried by an irresistibly body-moving beat.

Released in October 2022 as a digital-only single, it’s a landmark work that announced a new beginning for the everyday-life-singing band Ryutoku to Soinonegohan as a four-piece.

Featured as the closing track of their second album “Shiki,” it was also chosen as the ending theme for TBS’s “Osama no Brunch” in December 2022.

It coincided with Nun-san, formerly a support guitarist, officially joining the band, and the lyrics express thankfulness to the people they’ve met and to music itself.

Alongside a celebratory, festival-like sound that colored a milestone for the band, why not share a message of thanks with your cherished bandmates and music-loving friends?

Thank you, even now.NEW!Ikuta Erika

Erika Ikuta “Even Now, Thank You” MV

Erika Ikuta is a former member of Nogizaka46, a singer-songwriter who is also highly acclaimed as a musical actress.

Released early for streaming on April 4, 2026, this work was selected as the ending theme for the TV anime Ascendance of a Bookworm: Adopted Daughter of an Archduke.

It is also included as the first track on her debut album, I.K.T, to be released in April of the same year.

The lyrics, which warmly portray gratitude toward family found in everyday life, will likely make many people’s hearts swell as they think of loved ones living far away.

With a simple, gentle sound that incorporates elements of Celtic music, this lyrical number is perfect for slowly soothing the fatigue of daily life.

Thank youAAA

AAA Official YouTube Channel Regular Program vol.2 / Thank you

Included on the 2012 album “Another side of AAABEST.” A six-member music group that debuted in 2005.

The members’ vocals, carried by a mid-tempo rhythm and a mellow, moody melody line, are emotional and seep deep into the heart.

I think it’s a good song.

Thank you!!HOME MADE kazoku

HOME MADE Kazoku 'Thank You!!'

“Thank You!!” is the third single by HOME MADE Kazoku, released in 2005.

The lyrics convey gratitude to everyone they’ve met so far and inspire courage.

It was used as the walk-up theme for Kenta Asakura of the Chunichi Dragons and Takeya Nakamura of the Saitama Seibu Lions, and it was also chosen as the second ending theme for the TV Tokyo anime BLEACH.

THANK YOULeyona

LEYONA -THANK YOU : Directed by Buntaro Kato

Included on the 2009 album “SUN.” A singer-songwriter born in 1977 from Hiroshima Prefecture.

The mid-tempo funk-style rhythm and the light, dance-inducing melody line make for a very pleasant listen.

Her soulful vocals are great as well.

THANK YOUFukuhara Miho

Miho Fukuhara 'THANK YOU'

Included on the 2010 album “Music is My Life.” Theme song for the drama “Paji: A Grandfather and Granddaughter’s Love Story.” Born in 1987.

A singer-songwriter from Sapporo.

The music video for this song was created by compiling “thank you photos” submitted by fans through the official website.

Her soulful singing voice is, as always, wonderful.