Today's recommended ballads: A carefully curated selection of heartwarming, gem-like masterpieces!
Thought-provoking, profound lyrics set to a smooth, mellow sound… Ballads have a mysterious charm that stirs the heart and brings tears to your eyes.
In this article, we’re introducing a selection of exquisite ballads we especially recommend today.
Even within the genre of ballads, themes and messages vary widely—sad love, feelings for someone dear who’s now far away, or regrets over words of gratitude left unsaid.
We’ll be updating this daily, so please find the one song that resonates with your feelings and take the time to listen closely.
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AnswerIkuta Rira
Lila Ikuta delivers a heartwarming medium-tempo ballad that gently stays close to the anxieties and uncertainties of one’s future.
Amid a grand, dramatic arrangement, its warm melody stands out—offering the courage to take a step forward toward tomorrow while facing loneliness and pain.
It’s an encouraging song that softly nudges those who are unsure of their path.
Released in March 2021, the piece was also featured as the CM song for Tokio Marine Nichido Anshin Life’s “Disability Income Insurance,” resonating with many listeners.
It’s a moving, tear-evoking track we hope those searching for their own way, or spending days without clear answers, will hear.
New WorldMoriyama Naotaro
This is a ballad that weaves together feelings for one’s father and mother.
It was created as the theme song for Naotaro Moriyama’s documentary film “Where Is This Wonderful World?” and released in March 2025.
The song, which reflects on feelings for a mother lost in early childhood, is marked by a gentle melody carried by acoustic guitar and piano, and a delicate vocal performance.
Describing heaven as a “new world” is such a beautiful sensibility.
Why not give it a listen when you want to reflect on the bonds and love of family?
366 daysHY
One of HY’s signature songs is “366 Days.” This track, included on their 2008 album HeartY, has been covered by numerous artists.
It’s also a quintessential heartbreak song.
Many will remember Mone Kamishiraishi’s moving rendition in a Kirin Gogo no Kocha commercial.
The song conveys a powerful longing for someone you can’t forget, someone you once loved.
I’m sure many listeners have been brought to tears by it.
SoranjiMrs. GREEN APPLE
When you face hardship or pain, you may find yourself questioning your own worth.
In those moments, this song powerfully affirms your existence, telling you, “You are a precious, one-of-a-kind being in this world—so live!” It isn’t easy to keep holding on to hope or to stand up and face forward without giving in, even after failures so you can connect them to what comes next.
But if you give up, that’s where it ends.
As long as you’re alive, tomorrow will surely come, and something better than yesterday might happen.
‘Sorangi’ is a song that gives you that hope to live.
Wonderful DaysUNICORN
Among the many songs by the legendary rock band Unicorn, one of the most popular is “Subarashii Hibi.” Its melody is simple, yet it pierces the heart all the more for it.
It’s truly a ballad that represents Unicorn.
budKobukuro
When you think of ballads, many people probably have the song “Tsubomi” start playing in their heads.
Released in 2007 as Kobukuro’s 14th single, it was written as the theme song for the TV drama “Tokyo Tower: Mom and Me, and Sometimes Dad.” Its lyrics resonate with anyone, and it’s the kind of number that makes you picture someone dear to you; the soaring chorus is sure to move you to tears.
It’s a classic, gently heart-stirring ballad.
No matter how much…Nishino Kana
Kana Nishino’s 15th single.
This song is a grand love ballad that sings of regret and a woman’s deep feelings of love.
The heartrending lyrics ride on the melody, depicting memories with a beloved person, and expressing a steadfast longing—words so moving they bring tears to your eyes.