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

i love youchanmina

CHANMINA – i love you (Official Music Video)

Crafted by Chanmina, known by the nickname “Beyoncé of Nerima,” this song is imbued with a poignant desire to affirm one’s existence through the gaze of a loved one.

While carrying her own fragility and wavering, the lyrics resonate by honestly expressing feelings for someone dear.

The choice to start the title in lowercase reflects the artist’s wish to convey a reserved, understated emotion.

The layered, multi-tiered choruses leave a strong impression, carefully shaping the song’s emotional depth.

Released in October 2025, the track was written as the theme song for the double-lead drama “Fake Mommy,” starring Haru and Rina Kawaei.

Its exploration of reexamining love amid life’s changing phases aligns with the drama’s worldview.

It’s a perfect song for anyone who struggles to be straightforward in front of the person they like, yet still longs to convey their feelings.

Pure Love SongShonan no Kaze

Shonan no Kaze “Junrenka” MUSIC VIDEO (Original ver.)

These lyrics lift your spirits.

They directly express the feelings and situations of a man falling in love.

I imagine many women would think, “I want someone like this to fall for me.” When you’re feeling anxious about a one-sided crush, listening to this can give you a lot of courage and make you feel like you can keep going.

Dream of the Trifoliate OrangeŌhashi Torio

Ohashi Trio / Karatachi no Yume (Music Video)

A number by Ohashi Trio that drew attention as the opening theme for TV Tokyo’s Drama 24 series What Did You Eat Yesterday? Season 2.

Released as an EP in November 2023, this song features a light acoustic sound and a warm, country-tinged feel that resonates pleasantly.

The drama carefully portrays the everyday life of a same-sex couple, and this track, aligning with that worldview, sings about the irreplaceable value of living fully in the present moment.

When you find yourself cherishing ordinary time with someone dear, or wanting to feel grateful for daily life, give it a listen.

Super Ball of Loveaiko

Aiko – Love’s Superball (Koi no Superball)

Released in 2011 as Aiko’s 28th single.

The song was used in a commercial for Calpis “Calpis Water” and reached No.

4 on the Oricon Weekly Singles Chart.

With lyrics brimming with Aiko’s unique worldview, it portrays a love so happy it’s almost frightening.

She performed this song at the 62nd NHK Kōhaku Uta Gassen.

Star Lablationkerakera

Kerakera – Star Liberation

It was released in 2013 as Kerakera’s second single.

The song was used as the theme for Fuji TV’s Thursday drama “Last Cinderella” and became a big hit.

With lyrics that seem to cheer on girls who cry, laugh, and fall in love with all their might, it’s a fun, uplifting track that makes you want to pursue love positively.

love foreverKatō Miriya × Shimizu Shōta

Miliyah Kato × Shota Shimizu “Love Forever”

Listening to this song makes me feel happy, because it reminds me how lucky I am to have met someone I love so much.

It’s a beautiful song that makes me want to express my gratitude to him for rescuing me from loneliness and bringing me happiness.

I really love the parts where the two of them sing back and forth.

A life-sized love songAqua Timez

Aqua Timez “Life-Size Love Song” Music Video

It’s a song that straightforwardly expresses feelings for a boyfriend.

No matter how old you are, it says the words girls want to hear, plain and simple—it’s the kind of song that makes you think, “I wish I had a boyfriend like this.” Even if you don’t usually listen to songs with this kind of vibe, I think this one is very easy to listen to.