Yukio Hashi’s Popular Song Rankings [2026]

There was a blue sky.Hashi Yukio, Yoshinaga Sayuri8rank/position

There was a blue sky.

The song that Yukio Hashi and Sayuri Yoshinaga duetted on in 1964 is “Soko wa Aoi Sora Datta” (“There, the Sky Was Blue”).

Starting with “Itsudemo Yume wo,” which was released in 1962 and became a huge hit, this became the pair’s fourth duet.

“Soko wa Aoi Sora Datta” was used as the image song for All Nippon Airways’ first introduced jet airliner, the Boeing 727.

With anticipation building for the 1964 Tokyo Olympics, the track was crafted with a brilliant, hope-filled sound.

Be sure to listen to “Soko wa Aoi Sora Datta” and soak in the atmosphere of the era!

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Hamada Takuya

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I won’t let you go tonight.Abe Riitsuko / Hashi Yukio9rank/position

Yukio Hashi & Ritsuko Abe — I Won’t Let You Go Tonight

Here is the song that is none other than Yukio Hashi’s 149th single.

Riuko Abe was reportedly chosen as Hashi’s partner through an audition.

Sales surpassed 300,000 copies, and the song received a Special Award at the Japan Cable Awards.

Because it’s often sung at drinking parties in karaoke, this kind of theme feels like the classic image of a duet song.

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Hirakawa Masako (Bōkarisuto: Sakata Mizumako)

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That girl and IHashi Yukio10rank/position

Yukio Hashi / That Girl and Me (Swim, Swim, Swim) (1965)

It’s a lively, heart‑thumping tune by Yukio Hashi that captures the feeling of summer’s arrival.

Just listening to it conjures up vivid scenes of the bustling summers of that era.

The bright melody conveys the beaming smiles of young people and the heat of excitement as they enjoyed the swim dance that was popular at the time.

Released in June 1965, this was Hashi’s 68th single.

It became a major hit, selling 710,000 copies in less than two months, and he performed it on that year’s Kōhaku Uta Gassen.

It was even adapted into a film and used in a swimsuit commercial that aired in households across the country.

For older listeners, it likely brings back the thrill of those summers along with fond memories.

If everyone hums along together, smiles will come naturally and conversation is sure to flow.

Kiso-bushi SandogasaHashi Yukio11rank/position

Kiso Bushi Sandogasa - Yukio Hashi

As the title suggests, incorporating the Kiso-bushi into a popular song was a novel idea for its time.

With his debut song “Itako Gasa,” a matabi-mono (wandering swordsman) number, he quickly became a star, and Hashi Yukio’s matabi-mono style gained widespread support.

As a result, a one-man show was scheduled early on, creating a need for more songs.

In particular, this “Kiso-bushi Sandogasa” was well received by many folk music fans.

Ah, there are tears in life.Hashi Yukio12rank/position

History of the Mito Kōmon Opening Theme: Sixth Generation (Yukio Hashi Version)

A song sung by Yukio Hashi, “Ah, Tears in Life.” It’s well known as the theme song of the TV drama Mito Komon.

The lyrics are simple and easy to understand, the tempo is relaxed, and it’s a pleasant, beautiful piece to listen to.

Hashi’s voice is wonderful too; it gently sinks into the heart.

It’s a lovely song that gives you a boost—“Life brings many things, but let’s keep moving forward.”

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Mayumi

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Chakkiri ChataroHashi Yukio13rank/position

Yukio Hashi “Chakkiri Chataro”

Chakkiri Chataro, sung by the grand master of the enka world, Yukio Hashi, features a melody reminiscent of period dramas.

The song was released in 2016 as his 180th single.

It feels like a sequel to his 1960 debut single, Itako Gasa.

For fans of Yukio Hashi, this is a long-awaited matabi (itinerant traveler) number—something that suits him perfectly.

The lyrics depict him continuing his journey while gazing up at Mount Fuji, making for a charming work that’s easy to relate to.

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Yuuko.S

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JenkaHashi Yukio14rank/position

Jenka

When it comes to the jump-dance song most beloved by Japanese people, isn’t it Yukio Hashi’s “Jenka”? Everyone knows that famous chorus.

In fact, the song originally had lyrics set to a Finnish folk tune.

Then, after it was used in an animated film in 2008, it began to be featured in dance videos.

Try it when you want to deepen friendships with your friends through dance.

By the way, there’s also a version sung by Kyu Sakamoto.

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yamamoto

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