[Nostalgic] Classic and Popular Anime Songs Recommended for People in Their 30s
Do you have any anime you used to watch all the time? I think many people had anime close to their daily lives—like tossing down your school bag the moment you got home and waiting in front of the TV, or getting excited talking about shows with friends.
Just those 30 minutes could whisk us away to a world of dreams.
As adults, we sometimes suddenly remember, “Oh yeah, I used to watch that back then,” or find ourselves humming the theme song without thinking—there are many ways we look back.
In this article, we’ll introduce a collection of nostalgic works for people in their 30s, focusing mainly on anime songs from the 1990s to the 2010s.
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[Nostalgic] Recommended Anime Song Masterpieces and Popular Tracks for People in Their 30s (41–50)
BelieveFolder5
Among the theme songs of ONE PIECE, this track is especially popular.
Since para-para and Eurobeat were trending at the time of its release, it ended up with a pretty fast tempo.
The lyrics carry a passionate message of “We’re moving forward toward the future!” making it a fiery song.
Smile BombMasako Mawatari
It’s Matsuko Mawatari’s second single and the opening theme for the anime Yu Yu Hakusho.
It was also used as the ending theme for the theatrical film.
The coupling track, “Homework ga Owaranai,” was likewise an ending theme for Yu Yu Hakusho.
Her cool, distinctive vocals stand out.
The final lyrics of the chorus and the sense of rhythm make this a particularly memorable song.
STEPa-chi a-chi
Magic Knight Wataru is a TV anime about the grade-school protagonist, Wataru Ikusabe, who battles an evil emperor in the world of the gods.
The opening theme, STEP, is sung by the music duo a・chi-a・chi.
The song was originally composed as a love song.
The radiance is within you.Yume Suzuki
Kagayaki wa Kimi no Naka ni, which enriched the world of the anime NINKU, captured many hearts with Yume Suzuki’s warm vocals.
Released on February 1, 1995 and selling 220,000 copies, the song won a Gold Disc Award and became a defining hit of its era.
Its melody evokes the strength and kindness to keep moving forward amid life’s complex emotions and hardships, and it still feels fresh no matter when you listen.
For listeners in their 30s, it recalls an unforgettable page of youth—a timeless classic that still resonates today.
ComeNamie Amuro
Namie Amuro’s song, released in October 2003 as a double A-side single, was used as the ending theme for Inuyasha from episode 128 through 146.
Its urban, electro-pop foundation and Amuro’s distinctive lower-register vocals leave a strong impression.
The melody, crafted by overseas writers, is skillfully paired with Japanese lyrics, and the soaring chorus mirrors the complex relationships among the story’s characters.
Stylish dance-pop breathes fresh air into the adventure-fantasy world set in the Sengoku period.
It’s a recommended track not only for anime fans but also for anyone nostalgic for the polished J-pop sound of the early 2000s.
Endless DreamNanae Aikawa
A powerful rock number by Nanase Aikawa that added vibrant color as the opening theme for the anime’s third season.
Released in June 2002, the track is a fast-paced piece that showcases her husky, powerhouse vocals.
The lyrics, written by Aikawa herself, tell a story of two people chasing their future through motifs of journey, hope, and vows.
Composed by Hiroshi Shibasaki (formerly of al.ni.co) and arranged by KANAME, its melodic, uplifting sound blends perfectly with the world of Inuyasha.
After peaking at No.
14 on the Oricon Weekly Chart, it was included on the best-of album ID:2 and continues to be celebrated as one of the series’ signature theme songs.
A highly recommended track for anyone eager to thrill to a Sengoku-era fantasy adventure.
STORYWRITERSUPERCAR
This is “STORYWRITER” by SUPERCAR, which was used as an insert song in the anime Eureka Seven.
For those who watched the show—especially men—it’s one of those tracks that gets your energy up the moment that refreshing intro hits.
It’s an anime song I’d love for you to listen to again, like when you’re tired from work or driving home.