Hit and popular songs by Kenji Ozawa
Kenji Ozawa has been active since the late 1980s as a member of Flipper’s Guitar, and he launched his solo career in 1993.
In the 1990s, he dominated the domestic pop scene and also crossed genres with the release of “Kon’ya wa Boogie Back.”
In this article, we’ll introduce a selection of recommended songs from Kenji Ozawa’s catalog—often praised for their sophisticated music and lyrics—all at once.
Whether you’re listening to his music for the first time or have been a longtime fan, take this opportunity to revisit his popular tracks.
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Kenji Ozawa’s classic and popular songs (41–50)
I wish I could go to the moon by farting.Ozawa Kenji
It’s a song that was unveiled when he appeared on the TV program “Ponkikkies.” The lyrics are adorable and seem perfectly suited to appeal to children.
On the show, he sang it happily with the kids.
It’s a short track, but an irresistible rarity for Kenji Ozawa fans.
It hasn’t been included on any CD.
Riding in a Corolla IIOzawa Kenji
Despite being a commercial jingle for the car Corolla II, this song by Kenji Ozawa became a massive hit, selling 500,000 copies.
Its gentle vocal delivery suits the simple, repetitive melody.
The lyrics tell a story, making it an intriguing song that leaves you with the satisfying feeling of having watched a drama by the time it ends.
Hotel and StormOzawa Kenji
It’s included on the 1996 release “Music Played by Spheres.” It has a completely different vibe from the previous album “LIFE,” with arrangements that feel almost jazzy.
No matter how many years have passed since its release, it’s still a stylish and truly wonderful song.
The horn arrangements and the piano are lovely as well.
Roller Skating ParkOzawa Kenji
It’s a fan-favorite song from the 1993 album “The Dog Barks, but the Caravan Moves On.” It’s also included in the 2012 collection “We, Time,” which pairs a book with a live album.
The rhythm is very pleasant.
Night and the Sundial (swamp folk)Ozawa Kenji
Marina Watanabe’s 1992 single “Birthday Boy” had this as its B-side.
It was slightly rearranged and included as the B-side to her second single, “Reach Out from the Darkness,” released in 1993.
Later, it was also featured on the 2003 album Setsuna.
It’s a quiet song with a slightly lonely feel.
Koishikute (Beatnik Version)Ozawa Kenji
This is an alternate version of “Koishikute” included on the single.
It’s a song that was unveiled on Kenji Ozawa’s J-WAVE radio program.
In addition to the radio, it was also performed at an event at Fujimi Kogen.
The promotional CDs were limited to 150 copies, so it has become something of a rarity.
TravelersOzawa Kenji
It’s included on the 1996 album “Music Played by a Sphere.” It’s a gentle, tranquil song whose sweet, tender vocals seem to create a sparkling, soothing world.
Composed only of harp and Kenji Ozawa’s singing, it’s beautiful.