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 Anisong Masterpieces and Popular Tracks (51–60)

Life is Like a BoatRie fu

Rie fu　『Life is Like a Boat』

Life is Like a BoatRie fu

The gentle piano melody and warm acoustic guitar tones seem to softly nestle up to the listener’s heart.

This work by Rie fu is a song that richly expresses the journey of pressing forward with hope alongside someone precious, even as we face rough waves on the voyage called life.

The interplay of English and Japanese in the lyrics is truly beautiful.

Released as a single in September 2004, it captured the hearts of many fans as the very first ending theme for the anime BLEACH.

Give it a listen when you’re feeling a touch nostalgic or when you need the courage to take a new step forward.

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GarnetHanako Oku

Hanako Oku / Garnet (Solo Acoustic Performance)

Garnet Oku Hanako

It’s the theme song of The Girl Who Leapt Through Time.

I really like Hanako Oku—she has such a beautiful voice.

The fact that it’s a solo vocal with piano makes it even more poignant.

I think it’s a song that brings back memories of those faint, youthful romances from our school days.

It also matches the film’s story very well.

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We are!Hiroshi Kitadani

Hiroshi Kitadani – We Are! / THE FIRST TAKE

We Are! Kitadani Hiroshi

This is a signature song by Hiroshi Kitadani, famous as the first opening theme of the anime One Piece.

With the series growing ever more exciting—especially with the release of a new theatrical film—why not take this opportunity to revisit the song that started it all?

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memoriesMaki Otsuki

ONE PIECE ED1 Memories

MakI Otsuki - Memories

It’s the song used for One Piece’s very first ending theme, and if you listen to it now, some of you might find it so nostalgic that you can’t help but cry.

One Piece is still ongoing as an incredibly popular anime, but personally, this is my favorite ending theme, and I still listen to it often.

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Moving/anime-inspiring theme song masterpieces and popular songs (61–70)

For YouSuara

For You..MP4

Kimi ga Tame - Suara

The song that played during the ending of the final episode of the anime Utawarerumono is more than enough to bring the story to a powerful close.

Thanks to Suara’s outstanding vocals and the dramatic melody, anyone watching the anime is sure to be moved to tears.

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Small palmriya

CLANNAD "Small Palms"

Small palm riya

This is an insert song from CLANNAD.

The gentle rhythm and Riya’s beautiful vocals are moving.

The lyrics also follow the content of the anime, making it bittersweet and wonderful.

I imagine many people shed tears when this played in the final moments of the last episode.

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Lapis-Lazuli EarthNazuna Oikawa (CV: Suzu Hirose)

Lapis-Lazuli Earth

Lapis-Lazuli Earth Nazuna Oikawa (CV: Suzu Hirose)

This is an insert song from the animated film “Fireworks, Should We See It from the Side or the Bottom?”.

The song was originally included on Seiko Matsuda’s 1986 album “SUPREME,” and this version is a cover.

Suzu Hirose, who plays the heroine Nazuna Oikawa, delivers vocals that blend beautifully with the gentle interplay of piano and strings, quietly resonating in the listener’s heart.

The lyrics carry a sense of hope beyond hardship and a tenderness toward the Earth, leaving you with a warm feeling.

It’s a perfect track for those summer nights when you want to soothe your soul.

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