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

Always the two of usBENI

BENI – Together Forever (Just the Two of Us)

Released in 2009 as BENI’s 12th single.

The song was used in a RecoChoku commercial and as the theme song for Nippon TV’s “Uta Sta!!.” It portrays a girl’s complex emotions in which “happiness” and “anxiety” coexist—the present moments with the one she loves feel so precious that they become heartrending.

Blue Sky BlueFlower

Flower “Blue Sky Blue” [KOSE “Fasio E-girls Proof Live” CM Song]

It was released in 2015 as Flower’s 10th single.

Chosen as the song for KOSE’s “Fasio E-girls Proof Live” commercial, it features a bright, vividly colored melody that evokes the arrival of spring.

It’s a perfect song for the season, blending the excitement of a new life beginning with the loneliness of being apart from someone dear.

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back number – Bouquet (Short ver.)

It’s a rare song whose lyrics are basically the fresh, just-started-dating couple’s conversation as-is.

The boyfriend’s desire to cherish his girlfriend is expressed, albeit a little subtly.

It’s a heartwarming, gentle song that makes you feel all warm and fuzzy when you listen to it.

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Haji→ “The Ring and Spare Key feat. Ai from RSP” [Full with Lyrics]

This is the ultimate long-distance love song.

Haji→ himself calls it his greatest masterpiece—it’s truly a wonderful track.

I’m sure there are people who listened to this while in a long-distance relationship and somehow managed to keep going.

Even though regular relationships and long-distance ones should be the same, you end up being more careful than in a normal relationship.

It’s filled with painful, sorrowful emotions.

crescent moonayaka

Ayaka – Crescent Moon

It was released in 2006 as Ayaka’s fourth single.

As a single, it was her first love ballad, themed around a long-distance relationship, and “Mikazuki” also serves as a metaphor for the very shape of a mobile phone.

With this song, she won the Best New Artist Award at the 48th Japan Record Awards.

I love youuu!HoneyWorks feat. chū-tan

Sukicchu-no! feat. Chuutan (CV: Saori Hayami) / HoneyWorks

The song “Sukicchu-no!” by HoneyWorks and Chu-tan.

Compared to the previous track “Kawaikute Gomen,” this one tones down the cutesy, coquettish elements and overall delivers a more traditionally girly vibe.

The vocal range is mid2B to hiC, which is slightly high for a typical female vocal piece, but since the song shines through breath work—like breaths and consonants—to enhance its charm, the overall difficulty is on the lower side.

It’s a track that’s sure to be a hit among girls or at mixers.

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LANA – Almost 20 (Official Music Video)

This is a love song that thoughtfully captures the feelings of standing on the brink of turning 20.

Included on the EP “19.5,” the track was released by LANA in March 2024 and features a clear, shimmering sound with synth-pop elements.

The lyrics, which convey the anticipation and anxiety of the final moments of one’s teens and the determination to step into a new stage, resonate deeply with listeners of the same generation.

Frankly expressing down-to-earth feelings about love, this song is a perfect fit for those at a turning point in life or about to begin a new romance.

Shangri-LaChatto Monchī

Chatmonchy “Shangri-La” Music Video

An emotionally moving song that delicately portrays complex feelings toward a lover and wavering self-esteem.

It uses a title meaning “utopia” as the lover’s name, carefully weaving the desire to keep loving while embracing the other’s vulnerabilities.

Its irregular 5/4 time signature creates a distinctive tension that expresses emotional fluctuation.

Released in November 2006 as Chatmonchy’s third single, the track is also included on the album Seimeiryoku.

It was chosen as the ending theme for the Fuji TV anime Hataraki Man and reached No.

6 on the Oricon Weekly Singles Chart.

This is a song I’d recommend as a source of comfort for those who have experienced painful love or are searching for their true selves.

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Koresawa “Don’t You Cheat on Me” [Music Video]

Koresawa, a female singer-songwriter known for lyrics that stir romantic feelings, has gained widespread popularity.

If you’re a woman in your twenties, chances are you’ve sung or listened to her songs at least once.

Among her tracks, the one I especially recommend is “Uwaki Shitara Akan de” (“Don’t You Dare Cheat”).

Although it has a pop feel, it actually has a very narrow vocal range, making it easy for any woman to sing.

And because each phrase is short, you won’t miss your cue after taking a breath.

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You…Nishino Kana

Kana Nishino “You” Live Performance - Kana Nishino “Kimitte”

A ballad released in November 2010 that gently sings of gratitude and love for a significant other.

Its lyrics speak for those who, despite unwavering feelings, aren’t the best at expressing themselves, and they blend beautifully with Kana Nishino’s clear, pure vocals.

The song was featured as an insert track in the Fuji TV drama “Freeter, Ie wo Kau.” and was also included on the 2011 album “Thank you, Love.” It’s a classic you’ll want to listen to when you want to convey your feelings honestly or feel the bond with someone special.