A wonderful heartbreak song

A winter heartbreak song. A love song that's just too heartrending.

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Accompanist pianist × piano instructor × web writer. I began piano lessons at age four and, inspired by my piano teacher, decided to pursue music. I went on to specialized music programs in high school and university, where I discovered the appeal of accompanying instrumentalists and singers. Currently, alongside teaching piano, I work mainly in my home region of Aichi as an accompanist for flute, voice, choir, and more. Through lessons, my students often introduce me to trending songs, and my hobby is trying anything on the piano—Japanese and Western pop, commercial jingles, and beyond. Since 2021, I’ve also been active as a web writer, covering music and a variety of other genres.
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I’ve been playing the Electone since I was six, mainly performing Disney music, anime songs, and music from dramas and films. I post performance videos on YouTube and social media, and I also give concerts. Building on my Electone experience, I took up synthesizer and piano during my student years and performed at school-sponsored events. As a writer, I’ve covered not only music-related topics but a wide range of genres, so I hope to draw on my experience to deliver articles that make readers think, “I want to try that!” or “I want to listen to that!”

Winter is a happy season filled with events for lovers, like Christmas and Valentine’s Day.

But some people may be going through tough days—getting turned down by someone they like, or not being able to spend time with their partner.

So in this article, we’ve put together a collection of heartbreak songs perfect for winter.

If you “remember a past lover when winter comes” or are “sad after being rejected by someone you like,” please give them a listen.

You’re sure to find a song that resonates with your feelings.

May your heart be wrapped in a little warmth…

Winter heartbreak songs. Heart-wrenchingly sad love songs (61–70)

I love you. ~100 Regrets~Sonar Pocket

Sonar Pocket “I Love You. ~100 Regrets~” [MV Spot 1]

I love you. ~100 Regrets~Sonar Pocket

Released at the end of 2010 as a digital-only single.

Its heart-wrenching lyrics, sung from a male perspective about heartbreak, are real tear-jerkers.

Word of mouth about the lyrics helped it steadily climb the charts, and it ultimately claimed the top spot in RecoChoku’s 2011 Yearly Rankings.

On those cold days when you feel lonely, you might find yourself in tears if you listen to it after a breakup.

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Taki no namida pin ku

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Journey of the Heartchūrippu

TULIP “Kokoro no Tabi” (Lyric Video)

Journey of the Heartchūrippu

This is the third single by Tulip, a four-piece band led by singer-songwriter Kazuo Zaitsu—often dubbed the “Japanese Paul McCartney” for his melodic sensibilities.

It became Tulip’s biggest hit, distinguished by an outstanding style that fuses Beatles-esque arrangements with Japanese folk song influences.

The story of choosing to part with a lover in order to follow one’s own path is a timeless dilemma many can relate to in love.

A classic breakup song with a universal theme that deeply moves the heart.

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Hoshino Takashi

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hot coffeeAYANE

AYANE / hot coffee(Lyric Video)

hot coffeeAYANE

AYANE is a singer-songwriter from the Kansai region whose wide-ranging cover videos posted on social media have drawn attention, earning her the label of a next-generation artist.

Her 2022 track “hot coffee” stands out for its bouncy shuffle beat and light, lively ensemble.

The lyrics, which tell a story of reminiscing about someone after a breakup, seem perfect for coloring the winter season with a touch of sentimentality.

It’s a lyrical pop tune whose poignant vocals and melody tighten the chest.

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Hoshino Takashi

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Sound of SnowAoi Shota

Sound of Snow

Sound of SnowAoi Shota

“Yuki no Oto,” sung by Shouta Aoi—who is also active as a voice actor and stage actor—is a song that depicts a heartbroken man whose emotions are stirred by the fleeting nature of snow.

It’s a pop track with a beautiful blend of strings and synths, and his androgynous voice creates a richly immersive world.

Many listeners will relate to the growing pangs of ache and loneliness amid a wintry landscape blanketed with snow.

It’s a winter song that gives voice to precious feelings that can’t be forgotten, even after a lover has disappeared from right before your eyes.

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Tears of SnowSonar Pocket

Sonar Pocket “Namida Yuki” [MV Full]

Tears of SnowSonar Pocket

There are times when a random moment makes you remember an old love or someone you used to like, right? This song, “Namidabuki” by Sonar Pocket, is a perfect breakup song from a male perspective for exactly those moods.

Set in winter, it’s a track that fits scenes where powdery snow is falling—one that evokes sad winter memories.

Memories of happier times come flooding back, filled with lingering attachment; it’s a number that, when listened to as the winter snow falls, makes the sadness and the sting of heartbreak well up even more.

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