Theme song and insert songs of 5 Centimeters per Second
Makoto Shinkai’s 2007 animated film “5 Centimeters per Second.”
It follows the protagonist, Takaki Tōno, from elementary school to adulthood, telling a story centered on his first love from his grade school days.
Warm, bittersweet, and heartrending—a work that makes your chest ache—many fans say that among Shinkai’s films, “5 Centimeters per Second” is their favorite.
And one of the hallmarks of Shinkai’s works—excellent music—is very much present here.
From Masayoshi Yamazaki’s “One more time, One more chance” to piano-centered pieces, the songs are as deeply moving as the story itself.
In this article, we’ll introduce, all at once, the pieces related to “5 Centimeters per Second,” focusing on the tracks that appear in the film.
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Theme and insert songs of 5 Centimeters per Second (11–20)
Unreachable feelingsHeaven's Gate
“Unreachable Feelings” is a piano instrumental piece with a strikingly subdued, sinking melody.
The unstable piano lines beautifully capture the sadness of having hope but not being able to grasp it.
Especially toward the latter half, the music swells as if tears are overflowing, and it almost makes you want to cry as you listen.
It ends on a curious chord that, while still unstable, carries a faint sense of comfort, leaving the impression that it isn’t a completely hopeless piece.
It fits perfectly with the complex, not-so-straightforward worldview of 5 Centimeters per Second.
In conclusion
We’ve introduced all the theme and insert songs from Makoto Shinkai’s film “5 Centimeters per Second.” Starting with Masayoshi Yamazaki’s “One more time, One more chance,” it was packed with moving tracks that match the film’s atmosphere.
Many of the songs have a calm vibe, making them perfect as background music for work or for relaxing.
If you liked them, be sure to check out the original soundtrack as well.