Tear-jerking songs recommended for women in their 30s: timeless Japanese hits that touch the heart

We’ve put together a collection of tear-jerking songs recommended for women in their thirties.

By the time you’re in your thirties, you may be dealing with all sorts of worries—work, love, relationships, and more.

There are surely moments when you just want to cry.

In this article, we introduce moving, heart-touching classics that will bring on the tears.

From nostalgic tracks from your youth to the latest tearjerkers, we’ve carefully selected songs for you to try listening to.

Not only love songs, but also songs about farewells to loved ones and about life itself.

Playlist

Tear-jerking songs recommended for women in their 30s: timeless Japanese hits that touch the heart
	Title	Playlist	Review
1	On nights when I’m too lonely to sleepAimer		A heart-touching song that sings of the sorrow of heartbreak and parting
2	RainingCocco		A voice that pierces the heart, a clear blue sky, and sorrow
3	A Naked Heartaimyon		Aimyon's 'Hadaka no Kokoro' is a moving masterpiece.
4	Because you are hereUru		A moving song about family love that resonates with people's hearts.
5	AitaiKato Miria		Miliyah Kato’s “Aitai” is a sad love song.
6	Stop this nightJUJU		A heart-touching masterpiece by JUJU that sings of the pain of heartbreak
7	I long to see you now.MISIA		MISIA’s timeless songs that resonate in the heart, singing of heartbreak and memories
8	Endless JourneyMr.Children		A masterpiece that encourages those lost in life: Endless Journey
9	planetariumOtsuka Ai		Ai Otsuka’s “Planetarium” is a heartbreakingly beautiful love song.
10	fishback number		The heartrending masterpiece “fish,” a song about the pain of heartbreak
11	Wakabasupittsu		The deeply moving masterpiece by Spitz, “Wakaba”
12	366 daysHY		HY's sad love song '366 Days' is popular.
13	To the futureKiroro		The moving classic “To the Future,” filled with feelings for my mother
14	balladKetsumeishi		Ketsumeishi’s classic song that portrays unfulfilled love
15	KanadeSukima Suichi		Sukima Switch’s classic song “Kanade” is deeply moving.
16	the red threadKobukuro		Kobukuro’s moving classic “Red Thread”
17	Goodbye, my beloved.Hana＊Hana		Hanahana’s breakup and heartbreak classic, “Goodbye, My Beloved”
18	beetle (specifically, a rhinoceros beetle)aiko		Aiko’s classic song “Kabutomushi”: a bittersweet tale of a woman’s love.
19	To my belovedGReeeeN		A moving masterpiece that makes you feel the importance of love
20	If only you were here so I could hold you.miwa		A moving drama theme song with gentle vocals and melody
21	crescent moonayaka		Ayaka’s classic hit “Mikazuki”: the bittersweet feelings of a long-distance love
22	I want to hug you.Mr.Children		"Pure" theme song, rich in message
23	bow knotAimer		The poignant vocals provided by Yojiro Noda
24	AliensKirinji		Kirinji’s classic song is attracting attention once again.
25	Seaside AvenueASIAN KUNG-FU GENERATION		A quietly sung, heart-touching song about the scenery and the present
26	Sayonara ColorSUPER BUTTER DOG		The Power of Music to Overcome the Pain of Parting
27	orionYonezu Kenshi		A song that wishes for a connection with someone far away
28	It makes me want to cry.Urufuruzu		A classic song by Ulfuls you want to listen to when you feel like your heart is about to break
29	bottleorange pekoe		A heart-stirring masterpiece that sings of the pain of heartbreak
30	March 9Remioromen		An inspiring song filled with feelings for a new beginning
31	Why did I end up falling in love with you?Tōhōshinki		A bittersweet love song and the beautiful harmonies of Tohoshinki
32	Forever YoungTakehara Pisutoru		Theme songs of dramas with great supporting actors, with lyrics that encourage
33	nape (of the neck)aiko		Aiko’s classic that portrays the pain of heartbreak and the light of hope
34	What do you want to become?Rozarīna		Rosalina’s new song “What Do You Want to Become,”
35	Baby Don’t CryAmuro Namie		Namie Amuro’s classic hit, a heartwarming cheer song!
36	signJUJU		JUJU delivers a heartfelt song as a movie theme
37	unrequited lovemiwa		A heart-touching song by miwa that portrays adult love and inner conflict
38	It’s better to be offbeat.Elefanto Kashimashi		Theme song of the film 'Nobou no Shiro': a track brimming with mature sensibility
39	Letter ~Dear Fifteen-Year-Old Me~Anjura Aki		A moving song in which a letter from a 15-year-old reaches them at 30
40	Just… I want to see youEXILE		An EXILE classic with sorrow and depth
41	I love you more than anyone.Furuchi Toko		Toko Furuuchi’s classic hit, neo-soul-style J-pop
42	Letter to TomorrowTeshima Aoi		A heartwarming ballad that faces forward with hope and anxiety
43	First LoveUtada Hikaru		A youthful love song by Hikaru Utada that portrays the feeling of being unable to forget one’s first love
44	Dear Sir/Madam,Hakubi		A song of gratitude and sorrow woven with thoughts for my grandmother
45	Just being alive is admirable.ReoNa		ReoNa's emotional ballad song
46	LuckySUPERCAR		Rock ’n’ roll that sings of bittersweet memories of youth
47	guidelinesUru		The moving ballad by the mysterious singer Uru
48	youUtada Hikaru		A love-expression song by Hikaru Utada. It’s also popular for use at weddings.
49	JupiterHirahara Ayaka		Make classic masterpieces moving through song
50	On the bridgeMagokoro Burazāzu		It’s a moving song that sings about the pain of heartbreak.
51	platformSalyu		Rediscover your heart through a powerful ballad
52	Letter Paper SongKuramubon		Be soothed by gentle music that envelops the heart
53	cowardTatetakako		Singing of a heart bewildered by both human kindness and cruelty
54	The Toilet GodUemura Kana		A heartwarming song about memories with my grandmother
55	Best friendKiroro		A heartwarming classic that sings of gratitude and friendship to a best friend