ARIA, a legendary anime that presents a slice-of-life story, is now celebrating its 20th anniversary. As part of ARIA's 20th anniversary celebration, ARIA 20th Anniversary Album will be released. This 3-disc album collects the best songs from the entire series ARIAIt will take fans back to the world created by Kozue Amano and directed by Junichi Sato.
Celebrating 20 Years of ARIA with a New Album
ARIA first aired in 2005 and has become one of the best slice-of-life anime of all time. To celebrate the 20-year journey of this anime, ARIA 20th Anniversary Album comes as a tribute to loyal fans. The album includes iconic theme songs that fans are already familiar with, from the Opening Theme and Ending Theme to the emotional Insert Songs.
This album is also a rare collection, as it collects songs that have not previously been available in a complete format. With tracks that cover the best moments of ARIAThis album will definitely be a good memory for the fans.
Contents of ARIA 20th Anniversary Album
ARIA 20th Anniversary Best Album ARIA The BEST 2005-2025 is divided into three discs that each bring something unique to the table. From the iconic Opening Theme and Ending Theme collections, to the Insert Songs that revive emotional memories, each disk has its own charm. Here are the tracklist details for each disk:
Disk One: Opening Theme and Ending Theme Collection
The first disk is a collection of 14 Opening Theme and Ending Theme songs from the anime ARIA. These songs cover a wide range of iconic themes that have accompanied the journey of ARIA since its inception.
Disc One Tracklist
- Undine by Yui Makino (Opening Theme ARIA The ANIMATION)
- Rainbow by ROUND TABLE feat. Nino (Ending Theme ARIA The ANIMATION)
- Euphoria by Yui Makino (Opening Theme ARIA The NATURAL)
- Natsu Machi by ROUND TABLE feat. Nino (Ending Theme ARIA The NATURAL)
- Smile Again by Erino Hazuki (Ending Theme ARIA The NATURAL 2nd Ending)
- Nanairo no Sora o by SONOROUS (Opening Theme ARIA The OVA
ARIETTA) - Ashita, Yugure Made by Erino Hazuki (Ending Theme ARIA The OVA
ARIETTA) - Spirale by Yui Makino (Opening Theme ARIA The ORIGINATION)
- Kin no Nami, Sen no Nami by Akino Arai (Ending Theme ARIA The ORIGINATION)
- Piacere by Shiena Nishizawa (Main Theme ARIA The AVVENIRE)
- Felicita by Kiyono Yasuno (Opening Theme ARIA The CREPUSCOLO)
- echoes by Kiyono Yasuno (Ending Theme ARIA The CREPUSCOLO)
- Espero by Yui Makino (Opening Theme ARIA The BENEDIZIONE)
- Undine~2021 edizione~ by Yui Makino (Ending Theme ARIA The BENEDIZIONE)
Disc Two: Song Insert Collection
The second disk contains 13 Insert Songs from ARIA. These songs have accompanied key moments in the anime, giving a deep emotional feel to the story.
Disc Two Tracklist
- Barcarolle by Eri Kawai (ARIA The ANIMATION Insert Song)
- Symphony by Yui Makino (ARIA The ANIMATION Insert Song)
- Just For You by ROUND TABLE feat. Nino (ARIA The ANIMATION Insert Song)
- Shiosai by ROUND TABLE feat. Nino (ARIA The NATURAL Insert Song)
- Kokkoro by Eri Kawai (ARIA The NATURAL Insert Song)
- Ame Furibana by Yui Makino (ARIA The NATURAL Insert Song)
- Kami to Hairpin to Watashi by Aika (Chiwa Saito) (ARIA The NATURAL Insert Song)
- Torikago no Yume by Akino Arai (ARIA The ORIGINATION Insert Song)
- Lumis Eterne by Alice (Ryo Hirohashi) (ARIA The ORIGINATION Insert Song)
- Yokogao by Yui Makino (ARIA The ORIGINATION Insert Song)
- Kokkoro ~2 Pianos Version~ by Alice (Ryo Hirohashi) with Eri Kawai (ARIA The CREPUSCOLO Insert Song)
- Barcarolle ~Orchestra Version~ by Alice (Ryo Hirohashi) with Eri Kawai (ARIA The CREPUSCOLO Insert Song)
- Dekkai Shiawase Desu by The Undines (Alice, Akari, Aika feat. President Aria)
Disc Three: ARIA ~Piano Collection III~ Espero -Hope-
The third disc features a collection of piano arrangements featuring favorite songs by ARIA. Piano arrangements by Mina Kubota offer a gentle and introspective touch to the familiar songs.
Disc Three Tracklist
- Undine
- Barcarolle
- Euphoria
- Kokkoro
- Spirale
- Lumis Eterne
- Felicita
- Espero
Album Release and Purchase Date
ARIA 20th Anniversary Album will be released on June 25, 2025 for 4,950 yen (tax included). The album will be available digitally on major streaming platforms such as iTunes Store, Recochoku, Apple Music, Spotify, and YouTube Music, making it easy for fans to enjoy the songs. ARIA anytime and anywhere.
About ARIA
ARIA is a slice-of-life anime set in the city of Neo-Venezia, a replica of Venice on the planet Aqua (Mars). Created by Kozue Amano, the anime follows the journey of Akari Mizunashi, a young girl who strives to become an "Undine" in a world of beauty and tranquility. With a focus on friendship and simple everyday life, ARIA has captured the hearts of many fans since it first aired in 2005. ARIA evolved into a franchise that includes three seasons, an OVA, and a movie. Now, ARIA celebrating its 20th anniversary in 2025.
As part of this celebration, ARIA 20th Anniversary Album is here to commemorate the anime's long journey.
Source: official press release
