Nagori-yuki: Popular Cover Song
Released in 1974 as a song by the folk group Kaguyahime, “Nagori Yuki” remains one of those timeless classics that’s still being sung today.
Folk singer Iruka covered the song in 1975, which propelled “Nagori Yuki” to even greater popularity.
Since then, this masterpiece has been loved and continually covered by many artists! In this article, we’ll introduce some of those versions.
The song has been covered across genres—enka, rock, and pop—so be sure to compare them and find which artist’s cover you like best!
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Nagori Yuki: Popular Cover Songs (1–10)
Lingering Snowkurisu haato
Chris Hart has covered Iruka’s smash hit “Nagori Yuki.” His voice is wonderfully clear and transparent—truly outstanding vocals.
The backing performance is gentle and subdued, a pleasure to listen to.
The orchestral version, different from a simple solo accompaniment, is lovely as well.
Chris Hart’s vocals paired with the orchestra—this is a highly recommended track that will wrap you in warmth.
Lingering SnowYamazaki Masayoshi & Suga Shikao
This is a performance by the band Fukumi, where members often rotate around core artists like Kyoko from Barbee Boys, Masayoshi Yamazaki, and Suga Shikao.
From the intro guitar on, they make it their own without undermining the feel of the original—impressive work—and it also shows just how much of a masterpiece “Nagori Yuki” is, because it still stands strong.
Highly recommended, a must-listen.
Lingering SnowYasushi Nakanishi
At a slow tempo, Yasushi Nakanishi sings gently, and the piano performance further accentuates the poignancy of the two people who appear in “Nagori Yuki.” It skillfully carries on the appeal of the folk group Kaguyahime, while conveying a more mature quality in the song that’s different from Iruka’s.
‘Nagori-yuki’ Popular Cover Songs (11–20)
Lingering SnowTokunaga Hideaki
“Nagori-yuki” is a well-known number famous for Iruka’s solo acoustic performance.
Hideaki Tokunaga sings it gently and tenderly.
This arrangement is packed with the charm of Hideaki Tokunaga, whose high notes are beautifully clear.
His soothing voice fits “Nagori-yuki” perfectly—it truly warms the heart.
Lingering SnowKamishiraishi Mone
It even feels like it’s been sung so much that it’s part of her live setlist.
In a year-end music show in 2018, her gentle yet powerful voice conveyed the sorrow of “Dolphin” so authentically that you wouldn’t think she’s an actress, and it really draws in the listener’s heart.
I truly recommend it.
Lingering SnowHirahara Ayaka
It can only be described as outstanding.
Beyond her remarkable vocal ability, Shozo Ise, who composed “Nagori Yuki,” was a major hit-maker of the time.
Although it’s a classic from the Showa era, it still shines in Reiwa, and I imagine it will continue to be covered by many artists, including Ayaka Hirahara.
It’s truly a beautifully subdued and refined performance.
Highly recommended.
Lingering SnowKawamura Ryuuichi
This is a cover by Ryuichi Kawamura, the vocalist of LUNA SEA.
While it’s arranged in a rock ballad style and incorporates piano, it brilliantly preserves the beauty of the original.
It’s packed with charms not found in the original, such as his distinctive, slightly idiosyncratic vocal delivery and sultry vibrato.
The vocals are, of course, very compelling, but the guitar is also incredibly cool—be sure to give that a close listen as well.
