[Glamorously Cool] A Collection of Easy-to-Sing Songs by Ayako Fuji [2026]
Speaking of Ayako Fuji, she’s known as a grand dame of enka, who scored a massive hit in 1992 with Kokoro-zake, showcasing her rich, lustrous vocals honed through folk singing.
In recent years, her beloved cats Maru-chan and Oreo-chan have gone viral on social media, spreading her name even to generations unfamiliar with her work as an enka singer.
Under alternate names she also writes and composes, and she keeps taking on new challenges, like releasing a photo book at 60.
The famous songs she’s performed are must-sings for anyone interested in enka.
While many are quite difficult, this time we’ve gathered relatively easy-to-sing tracks, so beginners should find them helpful too.
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[Glamorous & Cool] A Collection of Easy-to-Sing Songs by Ayako Fuji [2026] (11–20)
regret; lingering attachment; reluctance to let goFuji Ayako
It’s a quintessential Fuji Ayako-style masterpiece of classic enka: a bright melody tinged with a certain melancholy, paired with lyrics that carry considerable weight.
True to the title, Fuji’s lustrous, assured vocals carefully give voice to lingering feelings for the one who abandoned her, striking a perfect balance—neither too heavy nor overly dramatic.
While it covers the full range of enka techniques, the difficulty isn’t that high, making it approachable even for beginners to the genre.
Definitely give it a try at karaoke.
woman; femaleFuji Ayako
Aya Fuku’s repertoire has long focused on portraying various facets of a woman’s heart, and Onna is a landmark re-debut single she first released under the name Aya Fuku in 1989.
Even at that point, her distinctive artistic world was already firmly established.
Though the song uses a simple major-key progression and has a bright tone, it is classic Aya Fuku enka, poignantly conveying a certain wistful woman’s sentiment.
While it’s quintessential enka, it also showcases techniques unique to a singer with roots in traditional folk music, so be especially careful about spots where the pitch can easily slip, and aim to sing with a smooth, expansive delivery.
Twilight is beautiful.Fuji Ayako
“Tasogare Kirei” is a single released in 2017 to commemorate Ayako Fuji’s 30th anniversary as a singer.
With lyrics by Yoko Aki and composition by Kosetsu Minami, “Tasogare Kirei” showcases Fuji’s seductive charm in full, leaning more toward Showa-era kayōkyoku than traditional enka.
The flowing orchestration and horns evoke the golden age of Showa pop, and the melody—infused with Kosetsu Minami’s signature style—is easy to sing even for those who aren’t fond of enka.
However, the section at the end of the chorus that feels like an ad-lib can easily throw you off in both pitch and rhythm, so pay attention to your breathing points and practice to deliver it smoothly.
crimsonFuji Ayako
Released in 1996, Ayako Fuji’s single “Beni” (read ‘beni,’ not ‘kurenai’) opens with a line that makes your heart skip a beat.
It’s a classic enka number characteristic of Fuji—expressing the complexities of a woman’s heart with a supple, alluring voice—and a reassuring masterpiece for enka fans.
As a quintessential enka song, it doesn’t feature particularly tricky melodies, so anyone accustomed to singing enka should have no trouble performing it.
Be mindful of the contrast between the leisurely, expansive melodic lines and the more rhythmical sections where the lyrics are slightly packed in, and sing it without forcing yourself.
Snow falls thick and deep.Fuji Ayako
Fujii Ayako’s single “Yuki Shinfuka,” released in 1998, is a celebrated song also known for marking lyricist Ishimoto Miyuki’s first collaboration with her in 11 years, since “Futarigawa,” an early-career track she released under the name Manami Murase, alongside the same-year release “Hakkōbana.” Its dramatic production—blending traditional Japanese instruments such as shamisen and shakuhachi with flowing strings to create a grand atmosphere—is striking, and Fujii’s dignified, commanding vocals make it one of her signature songs.
It’s also a karaoke favorite, though the song spans a wide vocal range and features frequent, busy pitch movements, which may feel challenging for beginners.
That said, the tempo is relaxed, and there are opportunities to breathe before the high notes and long tones, so take your time without rushing.
In the chorus, try singing with the feeling of unleashing pent-up emotion, delivering it powerfully!