Hikawa Kiyoshi Popular Songs Ranking [2026]

Limit-Break x SurvivorHikawa Kiyoshi1rank/position

Limit-Break x Survivor

It’s the opening theme of Dragon Ball Super, a classic anison track packed with the same momentum and power as the anime itself.

The singer is Kiyoshi Hikawa, which surprised me at first since I didn’t have that image of him.

The overall vocal range is quite narrow at F#3–F#4, which should be comfortable for male singers.

However, because similar notes continue throughout, maintaining consistency is important.

The chorus has many sustained notes, so you can rack up points quickly there.

Keep an eye on the pitch bar and hold the notes all the way to the end.

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Kubota Mami

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Kiyoshi’s Zundoko SongHikawa Kiyoshi2rank/position

Kiyoshi Hikawa / Kiyoshi no Zundoko-bushi [Official]

Kiyoshi Hikawa, a figure who sent shockwaves through the enka world.

Though an idol-type enka singer, he possesses solid vocal prowess and has influenced many as an artist who combines skill with catchiness.

“Kiyoshi no Zundoko Bushi” is one of his hit numbers.

While this song spans a fairly wide range—mid1 C to hi B—the pitch shifts in the kobushi (melodic ornaments) are kept to at most two notes, making the overall difficulty as enka relatively low.

If you have a reasonably wide vocal range, you should be able to sing it without trouble.

It’s immensely popular among madams, so consider adding it to your repertoire.

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Ryo

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Hanjirō of the Hakone Eight RiHikawa Kiyoshi3rank/position

Kiyoshi Hikawa / Hanzirō of Hakone Hachiri [Official]

With its signature catchphrase, Kiyoshi Hikawa’s debut single “Hakonê Hachiri no Hanjirō” quickly became widely known.

Beyond his powerful vocals, his handsome looks won broad acceptance among younger women who had previously been less interested in enka, propelling him to instant nationwide stardom.

The song’s phrases function as a call-and-response with fans, reportedly creating an electrifying atmosphere at concerts.

Thanks to this, the song is widely recognized and enjoys great popularity at karaoke.

It’s also sure to liven up recreational activities at senior care facilities.

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kojifumi

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GeGeGe no KitaroHikawa Kiyoshi4rank/position

Opening theme song “GeGeGe no Kitaro” (Vocals: Kiyoshi Hikawa)

This song sung by Kiyoshi Hikawa is perfect for fully enjoying the Halloween atmosphere.

The lyrics, which depict the fun everyday lives of ghosts, are easy for seniors to relate to and are sure to lift their spirits.

Released in October 2018, it was used as the opening theme for a popular anime.

The song portrays the ghosts’ lives in the morning, afternoon, and night, and puts you in a cheerful mood.

If you sing it together at a Halloween event in a care facility, it will definitely get everyone excited.

Combined with Kiyoshi Hikawa’s vocals, it’s a wonderful piece that warmly embraces the hearts of older listeners.

First Love TrainHikawa Kiyoshi5rank/position

Kiyoshi Hikawa / First Love Train [Official]

“First Love Train” is a single released in 2005 by enka singer Kiyoshi Hikawa as his eighth single.

With this work, he achieved the remarkable feat of reaching No.

1 on the Oricon overall singles chart for the first time in his career.

Set to the characteristic melodies of enka that resonate with the ears and hearts of Japanese listeners, it depicts someone recalling their first love in Aomori and then crossing over to Hokkaido to search for that person.

The lyrics mention various place names within Hokkaido, so you might recognize some of them.

Give it a listen when you venture beyond Honshu and visit Hokkaido.

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Kado(guchi) Shichigatsu

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Ooi Stalker OntaroHikawa Kiyoshi6rank/position

Kiyoshi Hikawa / Oi Okkake Onjiro [Official]

Oikake Onjiro from Oi, a song by Kiyoshi Hikawa, is marked by its heartwarming melody.

While catchy, it still features melodies and vocal lines that firmly embody the essence of enka.

The kobushi (ornamental vocal turn) delivered with Hikawa’s signature hiccup-style flip of the voice is less difficult than the more typical kobushi that finely moves up and down the scale.

Since this song contains many such hiccup-inflected kobushi, its overall difficulty level is relatively low.

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Ryo

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It’s okayHikawa Kiyoshi7rank/position

Kiyoshi Hikawa / Daijoubu [Official]

Life brings various hardships and joys, and Kiyoshi Hikawa delivers a warm, gentle song that embraces them all.

Released in 2019, this work expresses the sadness and feelings of love that everyone experiences through his beautiful vocals.

Like the moon setting and the sun rising, its hopeful message—that tomorrow will surely come—resonates in the heart.

Also included on the album “Shin Enka Meikyoku Collection 9,” this piece is perfect for singing along at recreational gatherings.

Its friendly, singable melody and uplifting lyrics are part of its charm.