Love songs recommended for women in their 40s: classic and popular Japanese hits
Are you in love right now?
This time, we’re introducing popular sweet-and-bittersweet love songs for women in their 40s.
Even if you already have a partner, try listening and reminiscing about the old days.
Memories from when you first met, those love-dovey dates.
Being able to look back on happy memories is a blessing, isn’t it?
Of course, you can listen alone to lift your spirits, and if you sing them at karaoke with friends your age, it’s sure to be a hit.
From the songs of our youth to the latest tracks—be sure to give them a listen.
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Recommended love songs for women in their 40s: Classic and popular Japanese tracks (31–40)
Tomorrow, when spring comesTakako Matsu
An impressive debut song by Takako Matsu, featuring a gentle voice that reflects on memories of youth.
The lyrics capture a fleeting moment with someone precious who shines in past memories, carrying feelings that never fade with time.
Released in March 1997 and used in NTT’s “Exciting New Life Campaign” commercial, the song became a hit, breaking into the top 10 of the Oricon charts.
In 2007, a 10th-anniversary version with new lyrics was produced and included on the album “Cherish You.” It’s a perfect track for quietly thinking of someone dear or for looking back on nostalgic memories as spring arrives.
planetariumAi Otsuka
A treasured ballad by Ai Otsuka that weaves memories of love sparkling like a starry sky into gentle piano melodies.
With a clear, translucent voice, she conveys the aching emotions anyone who has experienced heartbreak can relate to.
Released in September 2005, it became a hot topic as the theme song for the drama “Koi no Karasawagi.” Also included on the album “LOVE COOK,” this work remains etched in many hearts as one of Ai Otsuka’s signature songs.
For karaoke, we recommend singing it at a relaxed pace while recalling memories of someone special.
For the momentEvery Little Thing
It was released in 1997 as Every Little Thing’s fourth single.
The song was featured in a Morinaga Seika “ICE BOX” commercial and reached No.
1 on the Oricon Weekly Singles Chart.
It was Every Little Thing’s first No.
1 on Oricon and the track that brought them into the spotlight.
My lover is Santa ClausYumi Matsutoya
It’s a song included on Yumi Matsutoya’s 10th original album, “SURF & SNOW,” released in 1980, and it has become a Christmas classic.
The lyrics and music are by Yumi Matsutoya, with arrangement by her husband, Masataka Matsutoya, making it a husband-and-wife collaboration.
The song features characteristically “Yuming”-style, girlish and romantic lyrics, and has been covered by many artists.
Together…MAX
Released in 1999 as MAX’s 15th single.
It was MAX’s first medium-tempo, ballad-style single and became their second best-selling song.
The music was provided by PIPELINE PROJECT, a musical project led by TUBE’s Nobuteru Maeda and Michiya Haruhata, among others, resulting in a mature love song.
Recommended love songs for women in their 40s: Japanese classics and popular tracks (41–50)
366 daysHY
An evocative ballad that poignantly portrays the pain of heartbreak and lingering attachment.
The piano melody and soul-stirring vocals convey the agony of days spent unable to forget a former lover.
Released in 2008 and included on the album “HeartY,” the song drew attention as the theme for Fuji TV’s drama and film “Akai Ito” that same year.
Filled with the charm of artists who cherish Okinawan culture while winning the hearts of music fans across Japan, this track is sure to leave a deep impression when sung at karaoke with someone special.
Moon DropsRUI
A gemlike ballad that lyrically portrays the fragility and beauty of a heart in love, likening it to the light of the moon.
Ko Shibasaki’s clear, translucent vocals bring profound emotion to the story.
Released in January 2003 as the theme song for the film “Yomigaeri,” it topped the Oricon charts and became a massive hit, selling over 830,000 copies.
The song also drew attention as a track credited to RUI, the singer portrayed by Ko Shibasaki.
It’s a bittersweet yet heartwarming piece that evokes memories of the time alongside the film’s iconic scenes.