[Women] Popular Japanese Karaoke Songs Ranking [2026]

My RevolutionWatanabe Misato71rank/position

Misato Watanabe [MV] “My Revolution”

My Revolution, released in 1986.

It was a huge hit especially among people in their 50s, wasn’t it? I’m sure there are many who’d say, “This song is my youth!” It’s easy to get into the rhythm and fun to sing, but the range is wider than you might expect—from E3 to F5—and the pitch span shifts suddenly between the verse, pre-chorus, and chorus, so watch out for that! Right before the chorus, make sure your throat doesn’t close; keep it well open.

If you make a surprised face, your facial muscles lift and your throat opens up, too! Try singing the chorus in that state, focusing on resonance rather than just pushing your voice.

Keep the airflow steady so the inside of your mouth vibrates.

Once you lock into the lively rhythm, it becomes much easier to sing—so go all in and enjoy singing it with energy!

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A Naked Heartaimyon72rank/position

Aimyon – Naked Heart [OFFICIAL MUSIC VIDEO]

For people in their 40s, Aimyon might feel relatively new, but she’s popular across all generations and has many easy-to-sing songs—highly recommended! Among them, “Naked Heart” (Hadaka no Kokoro) was released in 2020 and used as the theme song for the drama “My Housekeeper Nagisa-san,” so many of you may already know it.

The overall vocal range is fairly wide, from F3 to D#5.

I think it’s very singable if you use chest voice for the verses and switch to falsetto for the high notes in the chorus.

The song’s structure also builds toward the chorus, making it easier to add dynamics when you sing.

Falsetto is a technique that can convey a sense of poignancy.

Take plenty of breath and make sure to resonate in your head.

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Unrequited loveAimer73rank/position

Aimer “Kataomoi” MUSIC VIDEO (FULL ver.)

This is a 2016 song by Aimer.

“Kataomoi” is characterized by a tearful, emotive vocal tone.

Rather than being a song sung entirely in falsetto, there are moments where the high phrases are sung in falsetto or a mixed voice.

It might be good for those trying falsetto for the first time or practicing it.

A suggested progression is: first, learn to sing it in chest voice → then sing the parts that feel high with a stronger, mix-leaning approach → then challenge yourself with falsetto.

In the end, if you’re not used to either chest or falsetto, you’ll use more breath than you think.

It’s important to focus on diaphragmatic breathing and take in plenty of air.

When producing sound, aim to resonate in the head and try to let the voice out as gently as possible.

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Become a flowerRyokushokushakai74rank/position

Ryokuoushoku Shakai “Become a Flower” Official Video / Ryokuoushoku Shakai – Be a Flower

The rock band song “Hana ni Natte” has a mature vibe.

It was the opening theme for season 1 of the TV anime The Apothecary Diaries and became a big topic for its lyrics as well.

The overall vocal range of the song is G#3–D#5.

The A and B sections sit in the low to mid range and can be sung in chest voice.

At the start of the chorus, the range shoots up suddenly, so many people end up straining there.

There’s room to take a breath before the chorus, so make sure to use proper diaphragmatic breathing and fill your abdomen with air.

Also, since there are many “na” syllables in the high notes, it may be harder to produce the sound, but if you focus on singing lightly, you’ll be fine.

In any case, sing lightly with head resonance and match the pitch accurately.

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I can’t stay a daydreaming girlAikawa Nanase75rank/position

Nanase Aikawa / I Can’t Be a Dreaming Girl

This was Nanase Aikawa’s debut single, released in November 1995.

It was used as the commercial song for “SUPER NOVA RACING” and as the ending theme for the Fuji TV drama “V no Honō,” and despite being a debut single, it became a major hit, selling 368,000 copies.

It’s crafted as a rock song with a slightly dark image.

If you sing it carefully, the rhythm, tempo, and melody are all very easy to handle, so I think it’s an ideal choice when you want to aim for a perfect score.

That said, it’s really a song I’d love people to enjoy singing at karaoke without worrying about scores—dark, cool, and free.

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Kei Takahata

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melancholicJunky76rank/position

Melancholic / Junky feat. Kagamine Rin

A pop mixed rock number packed tightly with the feelings of a tsundere girl.

It’s a track by the Vocaloid producer Junky—also known for songs like “Happy halloween”—released in 2010.

Sometimes it’s hard to be honest with the person you like, isn’t it? I think everyone will find themselves nodding along to these highly relatable lyrics.

Love songs are a karaoke staple!

PRIDEImai Miki77rank/position

Miki Imai - 'PRIDE' Music Video

A heartfelt love song that Tomoyasu Hotei wrote for Miki Imai.

It’s said to be a track that symbolizes the bond of the two, who later became husband and wife.

It was also used as the theme song for the drama “Doc.” The vocal range is F3 to C#5, and while there are some slightly higher parts, the relaxed tempo makes it easy to sing in chest voice.

It’s more of a spoken-style song, so it’s best to sing lightly without forcing it.

Keep your facial muscles lifted and your throat open at all times.

If you open your mouth, you’ll notice the soft palate at the back of your throat.

Try to open that area and let your breath flow steadily—this will help you produce sound with ease.

Also, placing the voice as you sing can create a gentle atmosphere, which might work nicely.

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