[Nostalgic] Classic and Popular Anime Songs Recommended for People in Their 30s

Farewellfragrant olive

Osmanthus fragrans 'Farewell'

Kinmokusei is a band that broke out with Futari no Akaboshi and even appeared on NHK’s Kōhaku Uta Gassen.

Released as their fourth single, this song was used as the opening theme for the anime Atashin’chi.

Its simple melody and memorable lyrics are captivating, depicting everyday farewells and reunions and the shifting emotions they bring.

It’s a track that conveys a positive message about facing forward and living on.

It’s also included on the albums Ongaku wa Subarashii Mono da and Best Condition: kinmokusei single collection, and has become one of their signature songs.

Miracle High Tension!Dice Croquette

Croquette! OP1 Miracle High Tension! / Dice Korokke

This song was used as the opening theme for the anime Croket!, based on the manga by Manavu Kashimoto.

Its lyrics express determination and strength, perfectly matching the story of characters continuing their journey toward their dreams.

It’s also memorable that the visual-kei rock band Psycho le Cému released the track under the project-conscious name “Psycho Lo-Croquette.” With a powerful yet light tempo, the song evokes the series’ brightness.

Give me an unbalanced kissHiro Takahashi

Give me an unbalanced kiss

This masterpiece expresses a bittersweet yearning for love through delicate imagery—like a crying figure reflected in a cracked mirror and fingers tracing the moon.

Chosen as the ending theme for the beloved classic anime Yu Yu Hakusho, it became a cross-generational favorite, thanks in part to Hiro Takahashi’s clear, translucent vocals.

Since its release in December 1993, it has been included on the albums WELCOME TO POPSICLE CHANNEL and Hiro Takahashi Best Collection, selling around 300,000 copies.

Its sweetly aching, love-like melody and arrangements that evoke the spirit of 1970s kayōkyoku create a gentle mood reminiscent of a romantic film soundtrack.

Savor this heartwarming song—one to treasure as a cherished memory.

Love, Far AwayRie Fujiwara

Super Beast Machine God Dancouga OP [STEREO]

Dancouga – Super Beast Machine God is a work that incorporates features of both super robot and real robot anime.

Although the TV series was canceled, a sequel was later produced as an OVA.

The opening theme is sung by Rie Fujiwara, who was a member of C.C.

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Genesis of AquarionAKINO from bless4

AKINO “Sousei no Aquarion” Music Video

The theme song of “Genesis of Aquarion” is a masterpiece that blends AKINO’s clear vocals with Yoko Kanno’s grand sound! No matter how many times I listen, the exhilarating melody and the expansive, larger-than-life lyrics leave a strong impression, and I think it’s a classic that perfectly ties into the anime’s world.

Released in April 2005 and used as the anime’s opening theme, it became a big hit.

Even just listening to the song lets you feel the show’s exciting atmosphere.

It’s a track that fires you up every time you hear it, so give it a listen when you’re taking on something new or chasing your dreams!

Z: Beyond TimeMami Ayukawa

Beyond the Time (Zeta)

This is “Zeta – Toki wo Koete” (“Zeta – Beyond the Time”), the very famous first opening theme of Mobile Suit Zeta Gundam.

Many of you probably watched it on TV every Saturday evening.

It brings back nostalgic memories of happily watching it at dusk, even as a child.

How about listening to it with friends and classmates and reminiscing together?

Aim to be a Pokémon MasterRika Matsumoto

Aim to be a Pokémon Master

This is the debut theme song of the anime Pokémon, a track that sold over one million copies.

It’s widely known across generations, so it should be perfect for parent-child duets at karaoke.

Some people can probably sing it without looking at the lyrics.

It’s fair to call it a timeless anime song that deserves to be passed down.