Hikawa Kiyoshi Popular Songs Ranking [2026]
Kiyoshi Hikawa, the prince of the enka world who captivates enka-loving ladies across Japan.
He truly has a wonderful voice, doesn’t he?
Here’s a ranking of some of Kiyoshi Hikawa’s most popular songs.
Whether you’re an enka fan or just getting interested in the genre, why not start by checking out this list?
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Hikawa Kiyoshi Popular Song Rankings [2026] (31–40)
Tokyo, the City of DreamsHikawa Kiyoshi31rank/position
I can picture the city’s neon lights wet with rain, shimmering across the sidewalks like blossoms of light.
Sung with rich emotion by Kiyoshi Hikawa—an artist who captivates many fans with his genre-defying expressiveness—this piece is included on the album “Kiyoshi Hikawa: Enka Masterpiece Collection 4 ~ Banba no Chutaro ~,” released in September 2004.
Set in nighttime Tokyo—Gaien and Ginza—it portrays a wistful longing to make love bloom, perfectly matching the damp atmosphere of a spring night.
The images of red and blue city lights swaying evoke a fantastical beauty that overlaps with illuminated night cherry blossoms.
Listening on the way home from hanami, gazing at the passing city lights from a car window, might make the mood feel all the more romantic.
Original songHikawa Kiyoshi32rank/position
Kiyoshi Hikawa, who is from Fukuoka Prefecture, appears in a commercial for Kanefuku, a local company, and performs an original song.
It’s a number delivered in a bright tone over a dazzling accompaniment—once you hear it, it leaves a strong impression and makes you want to hum along.
Although it’s a short piece you can only hear in the commercial, you can fully enjoy enka-style embellishments like kobushi and vibrato.
PapillonHikawa Kiyoshi33rank/position
Hikawa Kiyoshi’s unique masterpiece “Papillon,” with its strong rock flavor.
Hikawa Kiyoshi originally liked visual-kei rock, and this work offers a glimpse of his musical roots.
Its melody is reminiscent of DIR EN GREY, grand yet infused with a sense of drive.
That said, it’s not the kind of rock that features shouts or death vocals; the vocal line is more relaxed, closer to kayōkyoku, so the overall difficulty is on the lower side.
Be sure to add it to your repertoire.
dreamy sky; sky filled with deep thoughts or feelingsHikawa Kiyoshi34rank/position
Kiyoshi Hikawa’s first pop album, Papillon.
This piece is one of the tracks included on the album, and it’s known as a ballad that’s exceptionally easy to sing.
Although it’s a pop work, it doesn’t feature the rapid-fire delivery or complex melodic jumps common in recent pop songs.
It firmly incorporates elements of kayōkyoku (classic Japanese popular music), making it a great recommendation even for those who feel uneasy about recent music trends.
Consider adding it to your repertoire.
Kiyoshi’s Reiwa OndoHikawa Kiyoshi35rank/position
When you listen to this song, you can’t help but smile and clap along—many of you might feel the same.
Released by Kiyoshi Hikawa in 2019, this piece is a bon-odori-style song created to celebrate the dawn of the Reiwa era.
While grounded in the traditional ondo rhythm, its modern arrangement makes it enjoyable for people of all ages.
The lyrics express hope for the future and a positive outlook, carrying a warm message that invites everyone to dance together.
Featured as the ending theme of the radio program “Kiyoshi Hikawa-bushi” and performed during Hikawa’s headlining stage shows, this track is sure to liven up celebratory occasions where you want a bright atmosphere—weddings, longevity celebrations, New Year parties, and more.
A slightly capricious migratory birdHikawa Kiyoshi36rank/position
This is a heartwarming matatabi enka whose breezy, clear-as-the-sky vocals by Kiyoshi Hikawa feel delightful.
Released in 2014, it became a popular song that ranked high on the Oricon charts, and the call-and-response with the audience has become a staple at live shows.
Its travel-rich worldview, which tours Shizuoka’s famous spots like Amagi Pass in Izu, the Suruga Road, and Miho no Matsubara, invites listeners into beautiful scenery.
The protagonist likens himself to a slightly fickle migratory bird, his heart fluttering at the encounters he has on the road.
That cheerful, warm narrative pairs perfectly with Hikawa’s free, soaring vocals, doesn’t it?
Don’t worry about it.Hikawa Kiyoshi37rank/position
Among the many enka singers, Kiyoshi Hikawa is especially known for his wide musical range.
Even among his works, the standout piece that drew attention as an unconventional masterpiece is “Kinishinai.” While this is a pop song, it’s strongly infused throughout with elements of dance music.
The melody has a great groove, yet the vocal range is surprisingly narrow and the tempo isn’t particularly fast, so even those who find recent songs challenging should be able to sing it with ease.
Consider adding it to your repertoire.
Zundoko-bushiHikawa Kiyoshi38rank/position
Famous for its call-and-response interjections, “Kiyoshi no Zundoko Bushi” is a song released in 2002 by enka singer Kiyoshi Hikawa and is often cited as one of his signature tracks.
There are two types of kobushi (ornamental vocal turns): one that shifts the pitch up and down, and another that briefly mixes in falsetto.
In this song, especially in the A-melody, both types of kobushi are used frequently.
It becomes clear when you listen to his own performance.
If you’ve only just started practicing kobushi, trying to sing exactly like him may feel difficult.
So first, aim to add a kobushi once per phrase.
That way, you can practice at your own pace and steadily improve your kobushi.
Once you’re comfortable, try switching between the two types!
Halloween OndoHikawa Kiyoshi39rank/position
Unusual for a Halloween song, this upbeat, ondo-style track is perfect for elevating the party mood.
Released in September 2012, it’s included on Kiyoshi Hikawa’s album “Enka Meikyoku Collection 17.” Its charm lies in the unique atmosphere created by blending Japan’s traditional ondo with Halloween elements.
The lyrics feature classic Halloween imagery like ghosts and pumpkins, celebrating flashy costumes and the fun of a carnival.
Recommended for those looking to add a unique, Japanese-inspired selection to their playlist.
WonderlandHikawa Kiyoshi40rank/position
The masterpiece “Wonderland” leaves a strong impression with its rock sound.
The song channels elements of visual-kei rock—also part of Kiyoshi Hikawa’s roots—and its melody carries a BUCK-TICK-like vibe.
Despite being authentic rock, the piece keeps the vocal range relatively narrow throughout.
Aside from the interlude’s non-vocal sections, there are virtually no long sustained notes, and neither kobushi-style ornamentation nor shouts appear, so complex vocal techniques aren’t required.
Consider adding it to your repertoire.