[Women] Popular Japanese Karaoke Songs Ranking [2026]

I don’t care what happens anymore.Hoshimachi Suisei50rank/position

Whatever happens, I don't care anymore / Hoshimachi Suisei (official)

“I Don’t Care What Happens Anymore,” a track by Suisei Hoshimachi, who continues her meteoric rise as a virtual idol, was released in April 2025.

It was specially written as the ending theme for the anime version of Mobile Suit Gundam GQuuuuuuX and as an insert song for the film version.

The exhilarating, fast-paced sound pairs perfectly with lyrics that tell a story of the struggle of not quite becoming an adult.

Contrary to its seemingly throwaway title, it’s sure to shake listeners to the core.

While it’s not easy to replicate Suisei Hoshimachi’s cool vocals, which combine clarity with power, the sense of exhilaration when you manage to sing such a challenging song is second to none! By all means, practice it and show it off in style at karaoke.

crescent moonayaka51rank/position

Ayaka – Crescent Moon

A song in which Ayaka’s voice resonates deeply with the heart.

It conveys the sorrow of a long-distance relationship by entrusting it to the crescent moon.

Even when apart, the feeling that hearts remain connected comes through on the gentle melody.

Released in September 2006, it was used as a theme song for an NHK program and in an au commercial.

It’s said that Ayaka’s own experiences are reflected in the lyrics, which may be why the raw emotions resonated with so many.

When you think of someone dear who is far away, listening to this song is sure to warm your heart.

ROSEHANA52rank/position

HANA / ROSE -Music Video-

In 2025, HANA—a seven-member female group that could well be called one of the year’s most talked-about acts—burst onto the scene.

Produced by CHANMINA, their fluid movement between hip-hop and R&B, paired with world-class sound quality, made a powerful impact both in Japan and abroad.

Their debut track “ROSE,” released in April 2025, was an undeniable hit, racking up 15 million views on YouTube within three weeks and showcasing the immense potential of all seven members.

With a firm “no lip-syncing” policy, their talent is obvious from the official live performances available—though of course, attempting their songs at karaoke will demand a comparable level of vocal skill.

From robust, R&B-inflected vocals that soar across high and low registers to razor-sharp rap, if you and your confident singer friends can pull off a faithful recreation, you’ll undoubtedly be the stars of the night at karaoke!

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KOH-1

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Unchanging ThingsOku Hanako53rank/position

Unchanging Things

Okuda Hanako’s classic song “Kawaranai Mono” (“The Unchanging”).

Released in 2006, it’s well known as an insert song for the film The Girl Who Leapt Through Time, and its orthodox J-pop ballad style has garnered support from many listeners.

The song’s vocal range spans mid2 A# to hi C#, which is a very comfortable and relatively narrow range for female singers.

While the final chorus features a solid development, there’s no key change, so you’re unlikely to struggle with vocal height.

In terms of range, pitch movement, and rhythm, it’s an easy song overall—definitely give it a try.

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Ryo

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Hello, Again ~A Place That’s Been Around Since Long Ago~My Little Lover54rank/position

My Little Lover "Hello, Again ~A Place That’s Been There Since Long Ago~

My Little Lover’s famed song “Hello, Again ~A Place That’s Always Been~” garnered nationwide popularity.

Adhering to orthodox pop conventions, this piece keeps the vocal range compact throughout.

Because the melodic rises and falls are very gentle, it isn’t particularly low, but as long as you choose the right key, even women in their 40s with lower voices should find it easy to sing.

It’s also a big hit at karaoke, so consider adding it to your repertoire.

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Ryo

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secret base ~What You Gave Me~ZONE55rank/position

ZONE “secret base ~What You Gave Me~” MUSIC VIDEO

ZONE, who were hugely popular as a girls’ rock band.

“secret base ~Kimi ga Kureta Mono~” was the theme song for the drama Kids War 3: ‘Don’t Mess With Me.’ Speaking of Kids War, it was all the rage when I was in elementary school! I bet tons of people sang it at karaoke, right? The melody line is simple with few leaps, so you can sing it calmly.

The parts outside the chorus are a bit low, so you might find it hard to catch the pitch.

Try singing as if you’re using a lot of breath and pushing your voice forward in front of you.

That way your body will resonate and you’ll hear your own voice more clearly!

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Kubota Mami

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To the futureKiroro56rank/position

Kiroro “To the Future” Official Music Video

There’s a well-known story that Chiharu Tamashiro wrote this song when she was in her third year of junior high school, as a letter to her mother, and on YouTube there are many comments saying, “I can’t sing this song because I start crying.” Also, because it carries a sense of graduation, it’s become a standard graduation song often sung in junior high and high school music classes and choir competitions.

The overall vocal range of the song is G3 to D5, building toward the latter half and including some quite high passages.

The D5 is where the chorus lifts sharply—time your entry and attack it like a precise needle prick!

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Kubota Mami

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