Fukinotou Popular Song Rankings [2026]

White Winterfuki no tō1rank/position

☆彡 White Winter / Fukinoto ≪Lyrics≫ (1974) ≪No.1♪≫

Set against the shifting season from late autumn into winter, this work gently sings of the bittersweet ache of a love now past.

Released in September 1974 as Fuki no Tō’s debut single, it reached No.

14 on the Oricon weekly chart and sold approximately 185,000 copies.

Rooted in a simple acoustic guitar arrangement, the interwoven harmonies of the duo’s voices delicately portray the deepening loneliness of autumn and the arrival of a white winter.

Its unadorned, pure folk sound quietly evokes nostalgia for lost time, making it a timeless classic.

Perfect for nights when you reminisce about a former love, or for lingering by the window as the snow falls.

spring thunderfuki no tō2rank/position

Shunrai / Fuki no Tō (1979) [Lyrics] 2024 [No. 6]

It’s a lyrical folk song that makes you want to look up at the sky just as Hokkaido’s long winter comes to an end.

Released as a single in February 1979 by Fukinotou, it was also included on the album “Jinsei • Haru • Oudan” and is cherished as one of their signature numbers.

The lyrics, written and composed by Yasuyo Yamaki—said to carry a prayer for his ailing mother—resonate with the unsettled feelings that come with the change of seasons, striking a deep chord.

Ichizo Seo’s arrangement dramatizes both stillness and intensity, powerfully stirring the emotions.

Fans also know that this song marked their first appearance on “Yoru no Hit Studio” in March 1979.

As graduation season blends farewells with new departures, why not listen to it amid the mix of anxiety and anticipation that comes with taking a new step forward?

winter galaxyfuki no tō3rank/position

Butterbur Sprouts / Winter Milky Way …ever last version (1992)

This is the 16th single, released in 1980.

It has a mood that seems to seep into the clear winter scenery.

It was reportedly rushed into being released as a single because it was sung so often at weddings and graduation ceremonies.

With its relaxed tempo, it conveys a sense of romance and ease that’s rare to find today.

The harmonies are pleasant and give you a warm feeling.

It’s also included on the self-cover album “ever last,” so be sure to give that a listen as well.

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A Wednesday the color of persimmonsfuki no tō4rank/position

Fukinoto / A Wednesday the color of persimmons (1979)

They were one of the leading groups of the folk-song era, noted for their beautiful harmonies.

They’re often described as a group whose hits live on more in memory than on the record books, and indeed, for those from the folk-song era, many of their songs vividly bring back their youth.

“Kaki-no-mi Iro” (Persimmon Color) is themed around autumn and is a song in which the singer expresses the feelings he couldn’t put into words to the girlfriend he parted with.

early summerfuki no tō5rank/position

Fuki-no-to / Early Summer ..:*彡 (1975)

A song by Fuyunotou that gently depicts the landscapes of Hokkaido.

Released in May 1975 as their third single, it helped boost their popularity as a folk duo.

The lyrics are striking, featuring local landmarks like the Clock Tower.

It delicately captures the scene of a quiet early-summer afternoon and the loneliness that lingers in the air.

Its acoustic charm and bittersweet melody resonate deeply.

Recommended for those who want to rediscover the appeal of Hokkaido or recall nostalgic scenery.

A track that makes you want to take a peaceful walk.

Cosmos flowerfuki no tō6rank/position

Butterbur Sprouts / Cosmos Flowers (1982)

As a song that evokes the ambiance of autumn, this track by Fukinotou—the folk duo that helped lead the 1970s—stands out.

Featured on their album “Sketch,” released in November 1982, it was inspired by a field of cosmos flowers along the upper reaches of the Toyohira River in Sapporo.

It begins with the quiet image of stepping on fallen leaves and delicately portrays the shifting emotions of love as the seasons change.

Through memories of roads once walked together and the white cosmos that bloomed by the front door, it conveys unforgettable recollections and deep feelings for a former lover, carrying a gentle warmth that sinks into the heart.

As a richly flavored ballad perfect for listening to on long autumn nights, it’s a recommended song for those who wish to bask in memories with someone dear.

Twilight Cityfuki no tō7rank/position

Fuki-no-to / The City at Dusk (1974)

Fukinotou was a folk duo that was especially popular during the folk song boom that swept across Japan in the 1970s.

This track was the B-side to their debut single, “Shiroi Fuyu” (White Winter).

Many listeners were captivated by their gentle, sweet vocals.

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