Lovely anime song

Moving and iconic anime songs, popular tracks

Representative, Elysion Philharmonic Orchestrasai-kisaragi
Heisei College of Music, Composition Course. Studied composition and conducting under Keizo Ideta, piano under Chinami Kira, and arts management under Takuma Konishi. With a focus on community and music, I work to revitalize my hometown of Saga Prefecture. While performing as a double bassist with wind ensembles and orchestras across Kyushu, I participated on double bass in the “Orchestra Without Borders” orchestra camp of the professional game and anime music ensemble Eminence Orchestra, held in Matsumoto, Nagano Prefecture in September 2012. During CAPCOM’s Kyushu Tour in 2016, I not only performed as an orchestra member but also served on the production staff. I currently serve as the managing representative for the game and anime performance groups Elysion Philharmonic Orchestra (Saga Prefecture) and Fukuoka Game Music Wind Orchestra (Fukuoka Prefecture), and handle conducting, arranging, and public relations.

From the latest anime songs to nostalgic national favorites everyone knows—opening themes, insert songs, ending themes—we present a selection of tear-jerking anime tracks, featuring classic and popular picks recommended by our editorial staff.

Some parts that were cut in the TV broadcast versions are included here—why not listen to the full-length versions from this list?

You’ll surely get chills when you discover deeper lyrics or keywords that tie directly into the anime’s scenes.

Moving anime song masterpieces and popular tracks (181–190)

Carrying YouAzumi Inoue

Carrying You, Laputa: Castle in the Sky, Azumi Inoue

Carrying You by Azumi Inoue

It’s the theme song of Studio Ghibli’s film “Castle in the Sky.” The lyrics were written by Hayao Miyazaki and the music was composed by Joe Hisaishi.

In connection with the anime’s story, the melody and lyrics convey a grand, expansive feeling.

The song was created based on an arrangement of the image album for the same anime, “Sheeta and Pazu.”

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Time after time ~In the town where flowers dance~Mai Kuraki

Time after time ~In the City Where Flowers Dance~ / Mai Kuraki [With Lyrics] 'Detective Conan: Crossroad in the Ancient Capital' Theme Song Covered by GBG

Time after time ~In the City Where Flowers Dance~ by Mai Kuraki

It’s the theme song from the Detective Conan movie.

It’s perfect for a film set in Kyoto, and I think it’s a piece that brings beautiful scenery to mind.

The lyrics, which convey the beauty and wistfulness of dancing flowers, are deeply moving.

Kuraki’s singing voice is very gentle and beautiful, and it helps me relax.

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Moon Flower -tsukihana-Nana Kitade

BANGBANG Cover! Tsukihana

Tsukihana - Nana Kitade

It’s the opening theme of Hell Girl: Three Vessels.

The vocals are cute, and it’s a song I’d like girls who are hopelessly in love to listen to.

The lyrics are dark, but the rhythm is distinctive and addictive.

The guitar matches the mood of the track.

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Wind Climbing ~Played by the Wind~Aki Okui

Aki Okui "Wind Climbing ~Toyed by the Wind~" PV with lyrics

Wind Climbing ~Played by the Wind~ Aki Okui

It’s the ending theme of Magical Circle Guru Guru.

The chorus has really encouraging lyrics and gives me energy.

The rest of the lyrics are deep too, and when you listen to them as an adult, they really hit home.

Oku’i’s singing voice is beautiful and suits the song well.

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HOW CLOSE YOU AREMamoru Miyano

Mamoru Miyano “HOW CLOSE YOU ARE” Music Video (Short Ver.)

HOW CLOSE YOU ARE Mamoru Miyano

A heartfelt ballad by Mamoru Miyano that depicts the importance of human connections.

Used as the ending theme for the anime Ajin and released in January 2016, its clear, resonant vocals and richly emotional melody beautifully express lost love and its rediscovery.

As Miyano’s first single in nine months, the song drew attention and ranked 7th on the Oricon Weekly Chart.

The lyrics—conveying the depth of relationships and the idea that we remain connected even when apart—leave a strong impression.

It’s a perfect track for moments when you want to reaffirm the bonds with someone important or when you’re seeking music that stays close to the heart.

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The Flower of Condemnation ~Guilty Sky~Riyu Kosaka

The Flower of Condemnation ~Guilty Sky~

The Flower of Condemnation ~Guilty Sky~ Riyu Kosaka

It’s the ending theme of Claymore.

The lyrics give off a noble, proud image—cool and serious.

As a fan of the anime myself, I think the content and the song are a perfect match.

The rhythm doesn’t get too fast, and the key is low, so it’s a song that feels good to sing.

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Love is thrill, shock, and suspenseRina Aiuchi

Rina Aiuchi – Love Is Thrill, Shock, Suspense

Love is thrill, shock, suspense — Rina Aiuchi

This is a song by Rina Aiuchi that was used as an opening theme for the anime Detective Conan.

At the time, the para para dance was popular, and Conan dancing para para in the opening became a hot topic.

It’s also a moving song as an anime theme.

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