An anthem for your 30s. Beloved and popular songs that are both heart-pumping and heart-fluttering.

Give me an unbalanced kissTakahashi Hiro

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.

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Spitz / Cherry

A song that delicately captures the joys and bittersweet moments of youth was released in April 1996 and continues to be loved across generations.

The magical fusion of Spitz’s gentle melodies and poetic lyrics tenderly embraces a range of feelings—love, parting, and hope for the future.

Included on the album Indigo Chiheisen, it reached No.

1 on the Oricon weekly chart despite having no tie-in.

Since 2019, it has also been used in NTT East’s commercials, continuing to resonate with many people.

It’s a heartwarming track that stays close to those who carry feelings for someone dear and a faint sense of wistfulness, while holding hope for the future.

single bedSha ran Q

Sharam Q “Single Bed” (Music Video)

This is a wistful ballad that poignantly sings of lingering feelings for a former lover, a classic that gently teaches the preciousness of love.

As the protagonist looks back on memories left behind on a single bed, they realize that a romance once taken for granted was in fact more valuable than jewels, weaving a moving drama.

Released by Sharam Q in October 1994, the song became a major hit, ranking 24th on the year-end charts.

It was also used as the ending theme for the anime D.N.A²: They Were Once a Thing, and included on the album Inferiority Complex.

It’s the perfect track for reminiscing about youthful love while sharing memories with friends.

road; way; path; street; route; Tao (in philosophy)EXILE

EXILE / Road

Mich, the ballad song released by EXILE in 2007, has recently become a staple graduation song.

For many people in their 30s, whose graduation timing coincided with its release, it likely feels like the quintessential youth anthem and brings back a wave of nostalgia.

As you listen to the lyrics that express the feelings at the moment of setting off on a new journey and gratitude toward friends, your memories from that time may vividly come flooding back.

The warm, nostalgic melody is enough to make your heart—and your eyes—well up.

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Kado(guchi) Shichigatsu

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Catch The WaveDef Tech

Def Tech – Catch The Wave【Official Music Video】

This track captivates with Shen’s soothing, expansive vocals and Micro’s rhythmic flow, as comfortable as waves breaking on the shore.

Just hearing its refreshing, Hawaii-tinged sound will make your heart feel lighter.

Released in April 2006, it’s the title track of Def Tech’s classic album “Catch The Wave,” which also drew major attention as the theme song for the film “Catch a Wave.” Despite being an indie release, the album became a million seller and dominated the music scene at the time.

It’s a warm work that gently gives you a push when you’re about to take on a challenge.

PIECE OF MY WISHImai Miki

Miki Imai – PIECE OF MY WISH

Miki Imai made her debut as a singer in 1986 with “Tasogare no Monologue.” This work, “PIECE OF MY WISH,” was released in 1991 as her seventh single and achieved sales second only to her signature song “PRIDE.” It was used as the theme song for the drama “Ashita ga Aru Kara.” The gentle melody and Imai’s clear, beautiful voice truly grip the heart.

It’s a song that gives you a push—a message to keep believing in yourself even when doubt and anxiety arise.

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Kado(guchi) Shichigatsu

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Body & SoulSPEED

SPEED / Body & Soul -Music Video-

SPEED is a four-member idol-style dance and vocal group that drew major attention for having an average debut age of just 13.5.

This song is their debut single.

Chosen as the theme for Nissin Cisco’s “Ciscorn” commercial, it became a huge hit, praised for the fresh energy unique to teenagers and an unexpectedly emotional depth.

In particular, those now in their thirties—who were the same generation as the members—may feel a nostalgic jolt along with memories of that impact.

It’s the legendary beginning for SPEED, who lived through the same era as us and whose individual activities continue to inspire today.

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Hoshino Takashi

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