is the 16th single by Japanese entertainer

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. Written by Yumi Yoshimoto and Anri, the single was released on July 12, 1989, by King Records.

Background and release

"Virgin Eyes" was used as the theme song of the 1989 film ''

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'', which starred Nakayama in a supporting role. "Virgin Eyes" peaked at No. 2 on Oricon's weekly singles chart. It sold over 254,000 copies and was certified Gold by the

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. Nakayama performed the song on the 40th ''

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'' in 1989.

Track listing

Charts

Weekly charts Year-end charts

Certification

References

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* * * {{Authority control 1989 singles 1989 songs Songs in Japanese Miho Nakayama songs King Records (Japan) singles