Miki Imai’s Most Popular Songs Ranking [2026]

In a new cityImai Miki21rank/position

In a new city

A signature song by Miki Imai, woven with warm words and a gentle melody that stays close during life’s turning points.

It’s a gem-like ballad that closes her August 1990 album “retour.” The calmly flowing melody and Imai’s clear, transparent vocals softly depict the resolve and hope needed to live in a new environment.

When facing major milestones such as moving or changing jobs, this piece will sit close to the listener’s heart and gently give them a push forward.

Because your eyes are smilingImai Miki22rank/position

Miki Imai – Because Your Eyes Smile

This was Miki Imai’s sixth single, released in November 1989.

Since it was used as the theme song for Nippon TV’s “Wednesday Grand Roman,” even those who weren’t particularly her fans might find the melody familiar.

It’s a very simple, beautiful, and straightforward tune, and the vocal range isn’t very wide, so it should be quite easy for many women to sing.

Try choosing a key that lets you sing gently throughout.

I think it’s a song you can enjoy along with conversations about the drama with people of the same generation.

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From a distant townImai Miki23rank/position

From a distant town

Miki Imai’s hidden gem “Tooi Machi Kara” (“From a Distant Town”).

Released in 2015, it remains one of her most serene and cherished masterpieces among fans.

While the song doesn’t have a particularly narrow vocal range, it can be sung throughout in a whispery style, making it easier to perform than it sounds.

It may seem like a high-pitched song, but it doesn’t require falsetto, and the higher notes can be reached smoothly by thinning the voice.

It’s recommended for those whose natural pitch is high but who struggle with vocal power.

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Until it gets brightImai Miki24rank/position

Until It Gets Bright (2025 Remaster)

With a very atmospheric tone, it’s a cheerful song that puts you in a buoyant mood.

It feels like the lyrics express the lingering reluctance to part after spending the night with someone wonderful, right up until morning light.

The feelings of a cute/adorable woman come through, and I think it’s a good song.

flowersImai Miki25rank/position

Miki Imai – Flowers (Live)

I think it’s a song that expresses a gentle, warm woman’s love.

The lyrics capture a woman’s delicate feelings very well.

Also, since the keyword “sakura” appears in the lyrics, I think it’s perfect to listen to in spring.

pole positionImai Miki26rank/position

Miki Imai Pole Position live — Miki Imai Pole Position

With its poppy, rhythmic sound and adorable lyrics, this is a highly recommended song.

It was released when Miki Imai was younger, so her voice is clear and cute.

It’s a song that makes you want to dance while listening.

Perfect for when you want to lift your spirits.

The Night Until We Descend to the EarthImai Miki27rank/position

The Night Until We Descend to the Earth

It’s the kind of song I want to listen to slowly while gazing at the starry night sky.

When I listen with my eyes closed, I start to feel as if I’m floating in the sky.

Miki Imai’s gentle singing voice makes it a truly soothing track.

The piano tone is beautiful as well.

Layering summersImai Miki28rank/position

Layering Summers

Released in 1988.

This is the first track on the album “Bewith,” which was created around a summer theme.

The percussion rhythm in the intro evokes a resort-like atmosphere, capturing the feel of summer beautifully.

It portrays a laid-back holiday of an adult romance.

Miki Imai’s cool, breezy voice glides pleasantly and makes you forget the heat.

A perfect song for summer.

Younger SailorImai Miki29rank/position

Younger Sailor Cover Shiori Onuki

It’s a song with a very melancholy tone that tells a love story with a younger sailor.

It beautifully expresses the feelings of a woman who loves a man so much she wants to run away with him.

It’s the kind of love song you want to listen to when you have a lover you love so much you want to elope with them.

I want to be happy.Imai Miki30rank/position

Miki Imai – I Want to Be Happy (Miki Imai Concert Tour 2008)

This is a song Miki Imai released when she was young.

I think it really captures the feelings of a young woman who wishes to find happiness.

The upbeat rhythm makes it perfect for karaoke, too.

It’s a song that lets you feel like a young woman excitedly wondering what kind of romance is about to begin.