Theme songs and insert songs of Detective Conan
We’re introducing the theme songs from Detective Conan, the manga and anime about a boy detective whose catchphrase is “a child in appearance, an adult in intellect.” As a 30-minute anime on Nippon TV, Conan holds the record for the longest-running show in its slot and is beloved by countless viewers, from adults to children.
We’ve compiled Conan’s theme songs into a playlist, so you may find some that bring back a lot of memories.
Enjoy listening while pondering the truth behind each case.
Detective Conan Theme and Insert Songs (1–10)
Oh! RivalPorno Graffitti
This track stands out with its passionate Latin rhythms woven by Spanish guitar and accordion.
It portrays a tense, spark-sparking relationship between rivals who recognize each other as truly one-of-a-kind.
Even as they accept a fate that will never allow them to converge, their strong will to face each other head-on shakes the listener to the core.
The song was written as the theme for the film Detective Conan: Sunflowers of Inferno and released in April 2015 as their 42nd single.
It was later included on PornoGraffitti’s acclaimed album RHINOCEROS.
Don’t you feel a surge of passion welling up from deep within when you listen to it while competing with a cherished rival or in moments when you want to overcome yourself?
Mutual loveaiko
A melodious track that passionately sings of bittersweet love.
Aiko, who has long graced the J-POP scene, released it in April 2024 as a pre-release from her single.
It’s tied in as the theme song for the film Detective Conan: The Million-Dollar Pentagram, and the lyrics delicately capture the nuances and distances between two people in love—truly memorable.
The more you care, the more you miss each other; you sense a bond you can’t put into words.
Aiko masterfully portrays these subtle emotions of being in love.
The more you listen, the more it overlaps with your own experiences, and it’s sure to resonate with many.
A must-listen for anyone struggling with love.
Mysterious EyesGARNET CROW
It’s a landmark song that marked GARNET CROW’s major-label debut and continues to captivate many fans to this day.
Yuri Nakamura’s lyrical, slightly wistful melodies blend beautifully with the poetic worldview of AZUKI Nana’s lyrics.
The profound theme—evoking partings with loved ones and the longing for reunion—resonates deeply with listeners.
Released in March 2000, the track was used as the opening theme for the anime Detective Conan and became a long-running hit, charting for 11 weeks.
Its mysterious atmosphere and bittersweet tone align perfectly with the enigmatic world of the story, making it ideal for moments when you want to immerse yourself in the narrative.
TWILIGHT!!!King Gnu
An ambitious work from King Gnu, woven from danceable sounds and a wistful vocal style.
Released in April 2025, this track was written specifically for the feature film Detective Conan: The Phantom with a Single Eye.
The cool sound arrangement meshes perfectly with Satoru Iguchi’s high tones and Daiki Tsuneta’s deep vocals in a tight call-and-response.
The lyrics, which reflect the film’s storyline, are also compelling.
On release day, a surprise free live performance in Shinjuku’s Kabukicho generated major buzz.
ChronostasisBUMP OF CHICKEN
An emotionally moving song by BUMP OF CHICKEN, written as the theme for the feature film Detective Conan: The Bride of Halloween.
Released in April 2022, it beautifully fuses the band’s signature emotional rock sound with intricately crafted electronic elements.
Its ethereal tone feels as if it captures the very moment when time suddenly stands still, deeply resonating with the film’s themes of memory and time.
Many listeners will likely be touched by the lyrical world that reflects Motoo Fujiwara’s gentle gaze toward the landscapes of days gone by and those dear to us.
It’s perfect for savoring the lingering afterglow of the movie or for quietly reflecting on your own memories at night.
Spring SongIkimonogakari
A gem among Ikimono-gakari’s songs that blends the freshness and bittersweetness of spring! This work portrays nostalgia for the past and a powerful wish to reunite in the future, all through a crystalline, airy vocal performance.
Released in April 2012 as their 23rd single, it served as the theme song for the film Detective Conan: The Eleventh Striker, adding a moving touch to the story.
Fans will love the anecdote that the songwriter kept the Conan universe in mind and wove the protagonist’s circumstances into the lyrics.
The single reached No.
4 on the Oricon Weekly Chart and was later included on the classic album “I.” Perfect for the season of meetings and partings, this warm anthem of encouragement is sure to stay close to many hearts, giving the courage to move forward.
As if standing on iceMiho Komatsu
Even amid the peril of walking as if on thin ice, this song portrays a determination to keep facing forward and move ahead.
Crafted by Miho Komatsu, it was released in October 1998 as her sixth single and used as the ending theme for the anime Detective Conan.
It reached No.
5 on the Oricon Weekly Chart and is also included on the album Miho Komatsu 2nd: Mirai.
The wistful tone of the acoustic guitar conveys a fragile state of mind and the aching feelings for someone dear, perfectly mirroring the frustration felt by the characters in the story.
For hearts wavering about the future yet longing for the courage to take a step forward, this song may gently stay by your side.