Recommended love songs for women in their 20s. Classic and popular Japanese love songs.

Having someone you likeJY

JY 'Have Someone You Like' Music Video Short Ver.

Released in 2016 as JY’s second single.

This was the first time JY herself helped write the title track’s lyrics, and it was tied in as the theme song for Fuji TV’s Monday 9 p.m.

drama “Suki na Hito ga Iru Koto” (A Girl & Three Sweethearts).

JY also makes a cameo appearance in the drama.

It’s a cute, bubbly love song.

sign; mark; symbol; omenMr.Children

Mr.Children “Shirushi” Music Video (Short ver.)

It’s a song with a poignant sound that creeps deeper into your heart the more you listen.

Since it was the theme song for the shocking drama “14-Year-Old Mother,” I think it drew quite a lot of attention.

Precisely because it’s about someone struggling with a painful past, I believe it’s a masterpiece that resonates with many people.

Dorian BoyNMB48

[MV] Durian Shōnen (Short ver.) / NMB48 [Official]

It was released in 2015 as NMB48’s 12th single.

The center position for the song was held by Ririka Suto, and it reached number one on the Oricon Weekly Singles Chart.

It’s a cute song about a girl’s single-minded feelings for her boyfriend—he may not seem cool to others, but to her, he’s the coolest of all.

Fall in love naturallyPerfume

[Official Music Video] Perfume 'Fall in Love Naturally'

This Perfume track sweetly expresses the feeling of being in love.

The lyrics overflow with true-to-life emotions that make your heart skip a beat.

It portrays romantic feelings in a “natural” way, and it’s distinctive in that all members sing consistently throughout.

Listening to it warms your heart and makes your body want to move on its own.

Released in April 2010, it was their first single in about a year.

It was also used in a NATURAL BEAUTY BASIC commercial and as an insert song in the film “Love for Beginners” (Kyo, Koi wo Hajimemasu).

It’s perfect for women in their 20s who throw themselves wholeheartedly into both work and love.

Amid busy days, it’s sure to be a song that brings comfort.

One million “I love you”sRake

Rake "One Million Times 'I Love You'"

A signature song by Rake, featuring a heart-fluttering melody and lyrics overflowing with love.

It particularly resonates with women in their twenties living day to day with a smartphone in hand.

The buoyant arrangement that lifts a lovestruck heart and the lyrics packed with feelings you want to convey continue to be embraced by many.

Released in June 2011, it was also used in a Yokohama Tires commercial.

This track is recommended to accompany women in their twenties as they ride the highs and lows of romance and earnestly nurture love.

Rake’s clear, pure vocals deliver a moving experience that feels like they speak directly to the listener’s heart.

If you want to savor the joy and bittersweetness of love and throw yourself into romance with all your heart, this is a song you should hear.

You’re not here.SixTONES

SixTONES – You’re Not Here [YouTube ver.]

SixTONES’ breakup-themed song resonates deeply with listeners.

It’s striking how the loneliness and pain of losing a lover are portrayed through the everyday scenery of a typical morning.

Included on the album THE VIBES, the track was released in January 2024.

The music video, composed of animation and illustrations by Emumero and Pikata, further enriches the song’s world.

It’s a piece that offers comfort to those carrying the pain of heartbreak or anyone who has experienced losing someone important—one I highly recommend listening to.

I want to be lovedYumcha

Yumcha “Aisaretai” [Lyric Video]

Yumcha’s signature song, which has sparked a huge reaction—especially among high school girls.

It’s a bright, energetic pop track that portrays a lovestruck girl doing her best to get the person she likes to notice her.

While she works on improving herself and tries various ways to appeal to them, a bittersweet sense of longing seeps through as her feelings don’t quite reach.

The song captures the inner conflict of wanting to change for someone while trying to maintain confidence in oneself, all from a relatable, down-to-earth perspective.

Released in November 2024, it quickly became a hot topic on social media.

It’s been widely used in TikTok choreography videos and on Instagram, rapidly spreading waves of empathy.

As an uplifting anthem for unrequited love, it brings comfort to many—perfect for those in the midst of a crush or anyone eager to share their feelings with someone special.