[Women] Popular Japanese Karaoke Songs Ranking [2026]

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YUI　『CHE.R.RY-short ver.-』

This is YUI’s eighth major-label single, written with a modern take on the heart-fluttering thrill of unrequited love.

Released in March 2007, it became widely known as the CM song for au by KDDI’s “LISMO!” The lyrics vividly capture youth communication of the time—emoji in mobile emails, the timing of replies—and overflow with pure feelings for someone so strong there’s no room for mind games.

The message about the bittersweet start of love will bring back the thrills of youth just by listening.

With light acoustic guitar and YUI’s clear, transparent vocals evoking the freshness of spring, this pop number is sure to be a hit at girls’ nights and karaoke.

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Ayaka / Nijiiro Music Video

“Nijiiro” was sung by many people in vocal training as well.

Of course, many also chose “Mikazuki,” but “Nijiiro” was especially popular because people said, “I can sing it without straining!” Indeed, during lessons, everyone seemed to relax well and found it easy to sing.

The overall range is F#3 to D5, which looks wide if you only consider the range, but since F#4 is used the most, there’s no need to be overly tense.

Also, for the flowing melody in the pre-chorus, if you don’t articulate every word too clearly and just go with the flow, you can avoid getting stuck.

For the last part of the chorus, if you sing each note carefully, it feels good and helps you stay on pitch.

There are points to focus on for each section of the melody, but you’ll likely find it easy to sing—so definitely try learning it.

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Hikaru Utada 'Anata'

A song in which Hikaru Utada’s voice, brimming with deep love and tenderness, warmly embraces the listener’s heart.

It begins with a quiet piano melody, and the majestic sound woven by the strings beautifully expresses the depth of feelings for a loved one.

Released digitally in December 2017, this track was written as the theme song for the film “DESTINY: The Tale of Kamakura,” and is said to depict a mother’s cherished feelings for her child.

It’s also popular at weddings and makes a perfect gift as a song that conveys heartfelt emotions at moments when you want to deepen your bond with someone you love.

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Mika Nakashima 'ORION' Music Video

Released in November 2008, it became a big hit as an insert song for the drama “Ryusei no Kizuna.” The overall vocal range of the song is fairly wide, from G#3 to D#5, with the chorus’s peak being the highest note.

Mika Nakashima is known for her whispery, breathy tone, so there’s no need to belt.

Since the top note D#5 is quite high, use head voice and send a thin, upward-focused tone.

Imagining your voice being pulled up from above your head may help.

If you lift your eyebrows in time as well, it becomes easier to hit and adds to the vibe.

Once you get used to it, focus on expressiveness to boost your score.

It also helps to gradually increase your volume with each melodic phrase!

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366 daysHY12rank/position

HY – 366 Days (Official Music Video)

A signature ballad by HY, released in 2008 and widely known as the theme song for the film “Red Thread.” “366 Days” has been covered by many artists and is especially popular.

It’s basically composed in a lower range; if you resonate in your mouth and sing with a deep tone, you can achieve a powerful voice like Izumi Nakasone’s.

The key is switching to falsetto in the pre-chorus—if you don’t nail that, it feels hard to flow smoothly into the chorus.

Aim gently and accurately for the pitch bar there.

The chorus builds up a lot, so singing with an explosive burst of emotion should also help enhance your expressiveness!

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Unfit to be a loverKoresawa13rank/position

Koresawa “Unqualified as a Lover” [Music Video]

Koresawa is an artist who performs without showing her face, taking the stance of “I want you to listen to the songs, not look at my face.” The teddy bear you often see seems to stand in for her! Now, since “Koibito Shikkaku” has no intro, make sure to clearly imagine the opening pitch before you start singing.

If you switch between chest voice and falsetto for the A melody, B melody, and the chorus, you may find it easier to hit the pitches accurately.

If you sing carefully with the scoring system in mind, you should be able to get higher marks.

Give it a try and practice!

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The Future Projection IIDREAMS COME TRUE14rank/position

The Future Projection II

When it comes to DREAMS COME TRUE’s signature songs, many people probably think of this one.

It’s a heartwarming piece that looks back on memories with a loved one while singing about hope for the future.

Although it’s included on the album “LOVE GOES ON…” and was never released as a single, it has continued to be cherished by many.

It was also featured in a 1993 commercial for a SONY product, making it popular across generations.

It’s a song that warms the heart when you want to feel the bond with someone important or when you’re tired from everyday life.