[Bride’s Letter] Popular Wedding Songs for Ceremonies and Receptions by Scene [2026]
Weddings are full of moving moments that can bring tears to your eyes, and the one that especially sparks a wave of emotion is the “bride’s letter,” isn’t it?
The words the bride offers to her parents are filled with gratitude that’s hard to express in everyday life, so just listening can make your eyes well up.
To make this emotional scene even more touching, we’ve researched the perfect background music for the “bride’s letter,” focusing on popular Japanese songs.
We’ve gathered well-loved tracks that span generations, so if you’re a bride or groom struggling to decide on BGM, please use this as a reference!
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[Bride’s Letter] Popular Wedding Songs for Each Scene at Weddings and Receptions [2026] (1–10)
Starring Rin Oikawa Jesus, Joy Of Man’s DesiringNEW!Q;indivi

Q;indivi, highly popular for wedding music, presents this track arranged from the hymn “Jesu, Joy of Man’s Desiring.” It’s recommended for the letter-to-parents scene.
The sacred hymn’s melody is complemented by a magical music box timbre, and Rin Oikawa’s crystal-clear vocals add a touch of cuteness, creating a beautifully pure piece.
Letter to my parentsNEW!GReeeeN

This song is a perfect fit for the letter-to-parents scene included on GReeeeN’s album “Ii ne! (´・ω・`)☆.” It was also used as the theme song for a Sompo Japan commercial.
As the title suggests, its motif is exactly on point, and the vocals of the male unit convey feelings of gratitude in a straightforward way.
Promise of SunflowersNEW!Hata Motohiro

This is a song by skilled singer-songwriter Motohiro Hata.
It’s the theme song for the animated film “STAND BY ME Doraemon,” which portrays Nobita and Shizuka’s marriage.
Some say it was the most-used song for wedding scenes in 2015.
Since it’s a gentle ballad, it’s also perfect for the letter-to-parents scene.
For a bride who loves Doraemon, it’s an obvious choice.
[Bride’s Letter] Popular Wedding Songs for Ceremonies and Receptions by Scene [2026] (11–20)
FlowerNaka Kousuke

Atsushi Nakamura’s music, which blends gentleness with strength, sings of the importance of living beautifully yet fleetingly like a flower.
Composed by Naotaro Moriyama with lyrics by Omodachi Kazu, this work was released in April 2007 as his third single and was also used as the commercial song for Satsuma Shuzo’s sweet potato shochu “Satsuma Shiranami.” Nakamura, a native of Amami Oshima, delivers a soft, comforting voice that touches listeners’ hearts and gives them courage and hope.
Used as background music for a bride’s letter at a wedding, it will surely deepen the bond between the newlyweds and their parents.
Circle of Thanksayaka

Ayaka’s latest work, infused with the magical power of “thank you,” captures many hearts with its moving melody and resonant lyrics.
Released in April 2013, the song was also used as the campaign song for Nestlé’s 40th anniversary of KitKat’s launch in Japan, generating significant buzz.
Ayaka’s overwhelming vocal prowess and lyrics centered on gratitude to her mother are sure to leave a deep impression on listeners.
It’s also perfect as background music for a bride’s letter at a wedding, elevating the emotional moment even further.
When you want to express your gratitude to someone special, we highly recommend listening to this song.
Thank you, forever…NEW!Nishiuchi Mariya

This is the third single by the multitalented Mariya Nishiuchi, who shines as a fashion model and actress while also enjoying popularity as a singer accompanying herself on piano.
It’s an emotionally rich slow ballad that fits perfectly with the letter-reading scene at a wedding.
Even after marriage, the relationship with one’s parents continues, and the lyrics are well suited to a moment of saying, “Thank you, and please keep watching over me.” Mariya Nishiuchi’s beautiful voice is also a major draw.
Thank youNEW!JUJU

This is a slow ballad sung by the popular female singer JUJU.
It’s a song that expresses a woman’s feelings for the man she loves, but it can also be used for the bride’s letter scene.
In fact, a father might even feel that it reflects his daughter’s tender feelings toward him.
JUJU’s vocals and the shimmering arrangement are wonderful as well.


