Aoi Teshima’s Most Popular Songs Ranking [2025]

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Aoi Teshima’s songs, marked by her translucent singing voice, were selected as the theme for the film “The Witch of the West Is Dead.” The lyrics, which praise the beauty of nature and the joy of life, are sung to a melody that is simple yet profound.

Incorporating elements of pop and bossa nova, the arrangement matches Teshima’s gentle vocal timbre, creating a soothing atmosphere.

Released in June 2008, the piece is also included on the album “Niji no Kashū” (Rainbow Song Collection).

As a track that superbly captures the film’s worldview, it has left a deep impression on many listeners.

If you’re in the mood for something nostalgic and heartwarming, give it a listen.

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Aoi Teshima – Embraced by the Wind (Official Video)

Many people find that Aoi Teshima’s whisper-soft singing voice alone soothes the heart.

This track’s warm, classically tinged melody—woven from piano and strings—gently wraps around the listener.

And the lyrics’ determination to face forward despite inner conflict will surely resonate with many.

Scheduled for release in July 2025, it was originally a commercial song, and because its worldview aligned with the film “The Town with Storehouses,” it was also chosen as the theme song.

It’s a piece that lightens the heart when you’re feeling lost.

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[Beginner-Friendly] The Summer of Goodbye ~ From Up on Poppy Hill ~ (Aoi Teshima) Easy Piano Arrangement with Do-Re-Mi Notation, Slow Tempo, One-Finger, One-Hand Only, or Both Hands

This song is a cover of Ryoko Moriyama’s 1976 release “The Summer of Farewells,” and is also known as the theme song for the film “From Up on Poppy Hill.” Many people likely remember Aoi Teshima’s heartrending and delicate vocals.

Since the original features piano accompaniment, it’s easy to imagine playing it on the piano, making it approachable even for beginners.

As you play, keep the beautiful melodic line in mind, build up the chorus, and add chords with the left hand to give it more depth—try these touches to bring your performance closer to the feel of the original.

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From Ghibli’s Tales from Earthsea: “Therru’s Song” [Piano Beginner · Easy]

The theme song from the film Tales from Earthsea, which begins with Aoi Teshima’s a cappella part.

Many listeners were surely captivated by the sheer beauty of her opening voice.

Built on a simple, repeating melody, it’s easy to memorize and a great piece for beginners to tackle.

Once you can play the melodic line beautifully and smoothly, you could say the piece is practically complete! After you’ve firmly mastered the right hand, start adding the left-hand bass notes.

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[TV] Aoi Teshima “Ruriiro no Chikyuu (Seiko Matsuda)” 2019

“Anata” is a song released in 1973 as singer-songwriter Akiko Kosaka’s debut single.

The lyrics express feelings for a former lover and the dreams she had at the time, making it a poignant breakup song based on Kosaka’s own experiences.

In 2021, “Anata” was used in a McDonald’s commercial depicting actress Yoshiko Miyazaki reminiscing about a youthful romance; the version featured in the ad was a cover by singer-songwriter Aoi Teshima.

Her clear, translucent vocals can be savored at length.

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When you’re losing confidence in yourself, this is the song I want you to hear.

Its waltz-like 3/4 rhythm and bouncy sound make it irresistibly catchy.

While it has a pop sensibility, the contrast with the down-to-earth lyrics—about wanting to be someone else—is wonderful.

It doesn’t exactly cheer you on or give you courage, but it lays bare feelings that surely everyone has had.

When you can’t stand yourself, this song will be there by your side.

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Nostalgic Town ♫ Aoi Teshima

This is Aoi Teshima’s “Natsukashii Machi,” included in the From Up on Poppy Hill song collection.

It’s a song that really warms the heart.

Although this wasn’t depicted in the film, looking at the lyrics, it seems possible that Umi and Shun might have been separated for a time when Shun went on to higher education.

The song gives me the impression that the two of them meet again and walk together through their nostalgic hometown.