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Songs from From Up on Poppy Hill. Theme song and insert songs.

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Deputy Editor of the web media RAG MUSIC. I’m Sasashina, a mom currently raising an elementary schooler and a preschooler. In my student days, I studied broadly at Kyoto College of Science and Technology, covering sound, lighting, and video technology, and acquired skills from comprehensive stage production to the fundamentals of creative expression. After graduation, I joined a music production company, where I still work, and have consistently built my career on the production side, taking on diverse tasks centered around music. Currently, I mainly handle articles for children, drawing on what I’ve learned about parenting in my own way, as well as insights and discoveries from interacting with my kids every day. I hope I can be of help to you, even just a little!

From Up on Poppy Hill, released in 2011, was directed by Hayao Miyazaki’s son, Gorō Miyazaki.

It’s a coming-of-age story set in Showa-era Japan, imbued with a sense of romance and retro charm.

While its historical backdrop gives you a lot to ponder, the film has an easygoing feel that lets you savor that era of Japan with both your eyes and ears.

In this article, I’ve put together the main theme and insert songs from From Up on Poppy Hill.

By all means, don’t just listen to the songs—watch the film itself as well.

You’ll enjoy the music in this article even more that way.

Songs from From Up on Poppy Hill. Theme and insert songs (21–30)

UnitySatoshi Takebe

Unity (Piano) ~ from the film “From Up on Poppy Hill” ~

Satoshi Takebe Unites

When people come together, it takes a lot of energy, doesn’t it? This piece lets you feel that powerful energy intensely.

The first half features low tones resonating rhythmically, conveying a resolve to move forward with courage.

In the second half, it transforms into a gentle timbre that seems to embrace that strength.

It’s a very short piece, but it’s filled with many emotions.

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dreamSatoshi Takebe

[Piano] Yume / Satoshi Takebe (from the soundtrack of “From Up on Poppy Hill”)

Satoshi Yumetake

If you’re looking for a song packed tightly with a sense of aching poignancy, I recommend “Yume” (“Dream”).

As the title suggests, it’s an exquisitely fleeting piece.

The slow tempo and sparse melody double down on its transience.

Don’t you feel the earnest wish to keep dreaming a phantom-like dream forever? Watch the film, and it’s sure to resonate even more deeply.

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Songs from From Up on Poppy Hill. Main theme and insert songs (31–40)

When White Flowers Bloom (Chorus)Satoshi Takebe

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At the debate about the future of the Quartier Latin, Mizunuma stepped onto the stage and suddenly began singing this song, “When the White Flowers Bloom.” This is a real popular song that became widespread in the early Showa era—the period in which From Up on Poppy Hill is set—sung by Atsurō Okamoto.

Those of the same generation may remember it well.

If you’ve seen the film, it likely left a strong impression on you too.

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In conclusion

How did you like the theme song and insert songs from From Up on Poppy Hill? The film’s theme song is performed by Aoi Teshima, who drew attention for her work on Tales from Earthsea.

Her pure voice was a perfect match for this Studio Ghibli film.

If the music helped you feel the world of From Up on Poppy Hill, be sure to watch the movie next.

Even greater emotions are surely waiting for you.