Carefully selected recommended Yorushika songs: popular tracks with touching lyrics and melodies that resonate with the heart

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Yorushika – Just Clear Skies for You (MUSIC VIDEO)

It’s a track marked by a nostalgic melody that evokes the scent of summer and parched clouds.

n-buna’s lyrics weave in the essence of Masaoka Shiki’s haiku, blending literary depth with an easy, pleasant rhythm.

suis’s clear, translucent vocals highlight the bittersweetness of youth gone by.

The music video, released in May 2018, drew a major response, and streaming plays have surpassed hundreds of millions, making it one of their signature hits.

The song is included on the mini-album “Makeinu ni Encore wa Iranai,” and in December 2019 it was also used as the opening video for the live show “Sayonara Tarinai Futari.” It’s a masterpiece that gently stays with you in those moments when a sudden memory of the past brings a pang of sadness.

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Yorushika – Aporia (OFFICIAL VIDEO)

Yorushika is a duo beloved for their literary lyrics and philosophical themes.

Released in October 2024, this song was written as the ending theme for the TV anime Chi: On the Movements of the Earth.

It captures a thirst for knowledge and unanswered questions through the shimmering timbre of the mandolin and a clear, transparent vocal, quietly kindling a passion in the listener’s heart.

There’s also a unique anecdote that composer n-buna improvised and recorded the mandolin during production, reflecting meticulous attention to sonic detail.

The piece portrays a determination to reach for phenomena that may never yield answers, making it a beautiful medium-tempo tune perfect for gazing up at the night sky and sinking into contemplation.

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Yorushika – Algernon (OFFICIAL VIDEO)

A heartwarming number inspired by the classic novel Flowers for Algernon, it portrays the slow, deliberate walk through the maze-like journey of life.

Written as the theme song for the TBS Tuesday drama Hold My Hand at Sunset, it was released digitally in February 2023.

Later included in the musical art collection Gentō, the piece layers delicate piano tones with Suis’s translucent vocals, gently soothing the listener’s heart.

It’s the perfect song for moments when daily life feels a bit exhausting, or for quiet nights when you want to reflect on the evolving relationships with those you love.

A beautiful medium-tempo tune whose lyrics, reminding us of the importance of moving forward without haste, resonate deeply within.

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Yorushika – Spring Thief (OFFICIAL VIDEO)

Don’t you ever feel a sudden pang of bittersweet emotion as you watch flower petals dance on the spring breeze? This track by Yorushika—composed by n-buna with vocals by suis—delicately captures the changing of the seasons.

Included on the EP “Sakubun” released in January 2021, the song had actually been airing on TV since March 2020 as the theme for a Taisei Corporation commercial, so many listeners were eagerly awaiting the full version.

The idea of likening the wind that scatters cherry blossoms to a “thief” is brilliant, and the lyrics, which conjure beautiful imagery, together with the acoustic sound, resonate deeply.

It’s lovely for a walk, of course, but it’s also perfect when you want to reflect on springtime farewells and new encounters, or immerse yourself in music that feels like a story.

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Yorushika – Please Forget (OFFICIAL VIDEO)

Yorushika is a musical duo beloved for their literary worldview and translucent sound.

Among their songs, this medium-tempo ballad is the one I recommend when you want to sink into a tight, aching sadness.

Released as a single in July 2024, it was written as the theme song for the drama “GO HOME: Metropolitan Police Department Unidentified Persons Consultation Office.” Through n-buna’s lyrics, it portrays a contradictory love—wishing for someone’s happiness while still hoping not to be forgotten—like memories entrusted to the loquat tree in the garden.

Suis’s gentle yet resolute vocals seep into the heart as they ride the quiet melody.

It’s a stirring track, perfect for nights when you want to look back on cherished memories or spend some peaceful time.

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Yorushika – Left-Right Blindness (OFFICIAL VIDEO)

This song by Yorushika was created with Oscar Wilde’s short story “The Happy Prince” as its motif.

Written as the theme song for the film “Even If This Love Disappears From the World Tonight,” released in July 2022, it features lyrics that intertwine the inability to distinguish left from right with the heartbreak of precious memories gradually fading, tightening the chest.

The quiet world woven by the gentle timbre of the acoustic guitar and the translucent vocals is sure to bring many listeners to tears.

Deeply linked with the film’s story, it portrays a sense of loss and selfless love; it’s a beautiful yet ephemeral number that will gently stay with you not only when you want to linger in the afterglow of the work, but also on a quiet night when you wish to be alone with your thoughts.

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Yorushika – Haru (OFFICIAL VIDEO)

Yorushika is a music duo that continues to captivate listeners with transparent, airy vocals and a literary lyrical world.

This piece was written as the opening theme for the second cour of the TV anime Frieren: Beyond Journey’s End.

Released digitally in January 2024, it’s characterized by a refreshing tone that fuses acoustic textures with a full band sound.

Through images of changing weather—rain and clear skies—the lyrics depict hope beyond hardship and the heart’s growth, carrying a gentle warmth that gives the listener a nudge forward.

Suis’s vocals, at once wistful and powerful, beautifully complement the story’s worldview.

It’s a heartfelt pop tune you’ll want to play when you feel like looking up at the sky after the rain, or when you’re ready to take a new step forward.