Wedding song recommendations! Love songs born in the Reiwa era

Music writer / guitarist / Certified web writing practitionerHoshino Takashi
Drawing on over 30 years of experience with guitars and bands since my high school days, I specialize in music-related articles and have handled many feature pieces to date. While my tastes lean toward genres like hard rock and heavy metal since I first picked up the guitar, I make a point of listening to a wide range of styles, both Japanese and Western, on a daily basis. I began working as a freelance writer in 2018. I hold a Web Writing Practical Certification, and in addition to writing, I’m also studying video editing. In my private life, I’m raising an elementary school child and stay active while supporting their extracurriculars, such as parkour and dance.

When you hear the term “wedding song,” what tracks come to mind?

J-pop is full of classic wedding songs, like Namie Amuro’s “CAN YOU CELEBRATE?” and Kaela Kimura’s “Butterfly.”

That said, some of you might be looking for fresh songs because the staples have become a bit too familiar.

So this time, we’re introducing a selection of exquisite love songs released in the Reiwa era that we highly recommend as wedding songs!

Recommended for wedding songs! Love songs born in the Reiwa era (21–30)

BloomSuperfly

Superfly『Bloom』(Music Video)

BloomSuperfly

This is a deeply moving song by Superfly, also highly popular as a bridal song.

Released as a single in June 2018, it was chosen as the theme song for Zexy’s 25th anniversary campaign.

The grand sound woven by piano and strings, together with Shiho Ochi’s powerful vocals, gives listeners a profound sense of emotion.

You can almost picture the journey of a love nurtured over time eventually blooming into a magnificent flower.

This work is also said to be an answer song to the classic “Ai wo Komete Hanataba wo.” It’s a masterpiece you’ll want to listen to when you wish to express gratitude to someone special.

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GallerieAmatsuki

🖼 [Original] Gyararie / Amatsuki

GallerieAmatsuki

This is a pop love song released by Amatsuki in June 2025.

The lively groove of a live band and a radiant brass section vividly capture the flutter of a heart at the moment love begins.

The lyrics liken the person they love to a princess and themselves to a villager, blending dramatic emotion with a sense of humor.

It’s a track brimming with hope and excitement that powerfully cheers on each listener’s own love story.

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Your Song for YouKawasaki Takaya

Takaya Kawasaki - Kimi no Tame no Kimi no Uta [OFFICIAL MUSIC VIDEO]

Your Song for YouKawasaki Takaya

Takaya Kawasaki’s heartwarming piece gently envelops the feelings you hold for someone special.

By contrasting the vastness of the universe with the miracle of two people meeting, it gives voice to profound love for a cherished person.

Since being included on the July 2018 album “I believe in you,” this work has continued to soothe the hearts of many.

It’s a song that stays close to you during special moments with a loved one, or whenever someone is on your mind.

Kawasaki’s warm vocals and the tender tones of the acoustic guitar are sure to resonate deeply with listeners.

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Say I doTravis Japan

Travis Japan – ‘Say I do’ Music Video

Say I doTravis Japan

An exquisite love song that portrays the feeling of being in love with pure sincerity.

Serving as a centerpiece of the double A-side CD single to be released in March 2025, it has been selected as the theme song for the drama “Honnō Switch.” Its heartwarming melody, which gently embraces the precious moment of pledging eternal love, is truly the essence of this work.

It’s a song we especially recommend for those who wish to spend special moments with the one they love.

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LOVE NEVER DIESMISIA

MISIA – LOVE NEVER DIES (Official Music Video)

LOVE NEVER DIESMISIA

This song, released in May 2025 as the title track of the first original album in about three and a half years, features lyrics written by MISIA and composition by Toshiaki Matsumoto, known for “Everything.” Inspired by Shakespeare’s As You Like It, the lyrics explore the theme of undying love.

It’s a danceable number that fuses an emotional melody with rousing arrangements—a hopeful anthem that supports those at life’s turning points and those who want to believe in eternal love.

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AnniversaryHirai Dai

Dai Hirai / Anniversary (Lyric Video)

AnniversaryHirai Dai

This warm, heartfelt song expresses the desire to cherish each day with a loved one as an anniversary.

Written from a woman’s perspective, the lyrics depict her recording the couple’s many “firsts” in a planner, conveying the idea that all 365 days are special.

Dai Hirai’s gentle vocals blend with acoustic tones to give listeners a calm sense of happiness.

Released in October 2021 and included on the album HOPE, the song also has a lyric video that visually conveys its message with scenes of a flower field.

It’s a recommended track for newlyweds and for couples who want to treasure their anniversaries.

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First Lovenaniwa danshi

Naniwa Danshi – First Love (Ubu Love) [Music Video Dance ver.]

First Lovenaniwa danshi

This debut single is packed with the fresh, breezy charm that’s so characteristic of Naniwa Danshi.

The lyrics portray the thrill of first love, and the sparkling sound leaves a strong impression.

It was used as the theme song for the TV drama “My Love Mix-Up!” and featured in various commercials.

Released in November 2021, it became a major hit, selling 706,000 copies in its first week on the Oricon Weekly Singles Chart.

The music video set at a gas station also generated buzz.

It’s perfect for wedding performances or after-parties! With easy-to-learn choreography, everyone can dance and sing along—sure to fill the venue with smiles.

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