Sayuri Ishikawa Popular Song Ranking [2026]
Sayuri Ishikawa, who debuted as an idol singer in 1973, was highly regarded for her vocal ability but seemed to struggle to really break through.
However, when “Tsugaru Kaikyō Fuyugeshiki” became a massive hit in 1977, she quickly rose into the top ranks of the enka world and followed it with a string of hits, eventually becoming one of the leading figures representing Japanese enka.
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Sayuri Ishikawa Popular Songs Ranking [2026] (21–30)
Daikon BlossomIshikawa Sayuri29rank/position
For Sayuri Ishikawa, the first song that marked the dawn of the 2010s was Daikon no Hana.
As you’d expect with Ishikawa, the lyrics are by Osamu Yoshioka, and the composition is by Chiaki Oka—her collaborator on songs like Hatoba Shigure.
It was released as a single in March 2010.
With lyrics and a melody that carry a sense of melancholy while still looking forward—an anthem to life—and Ishikawa’s signature soaring high notes, it’s a masterpiece many people will want to try at karaoke.
The vocal range is relatively wide, so focus on clear contrast between the high and low sections.
Since kobushi and vibrato aren’t emphasized much, it’s accessible even for beginners to enka.
I won’t love you unless you say it properly.Ishikawa Sayuri30rank/position
This is a song by the veteran enka singer Sayuri Ishikawa.
It was used as the ending theme for the anime Lupin the Third.
It’s characterized by a moody vibe and a jazzy, mature tone.
The powerful shout in the middle really sends chills down your spine.
Sayuri Ishikawa Popular Song Rankings [2026] (31–40)
Soran BushiIshikawa Sayuri31rank/position
An overwhelming performance by Sayuri Ishikawa, who revived Hokkaido folk songs through the power of rock and kayōkyoku.
Featured on her March 2019 album “Tami,” this track, arranged by Seiji Kameda and recorded in the studio with Tomoyasu Hotei on lead guitar, elevates what had long been a stage staple of folk repertoire into a definitive recorded work.
The interplay of distorted electric guitar and traditional folk chants channels the exhilaration of festival music with rock’s dynamics, preserving tradition while reaching new listeners.
A performance that reaffirms just how cool Japanese music can be.
Donpan-bushiIshikawa Sayuri32rank/position
This folk song, arranged from a traditional ridge-raising chant around 1935 and adopted as the theme for the 1961 Akita National Sports Festival, spread nationwide as a result.
With call-and-response-like rhythms and a light, celebratory melody, it’s a beloved classic across generations, delivered here by popular enka singer Sayuri Ishikawa.
The simple melodic turns passed down in the region blend with the expressive power honed in enka, achieving a superb balance between the folk song’s dynamism and the presence of solo vocal performance.
This recording is included on the album “Min ~Tami~,” released in March 2019.
Flower & Green (Hanano Wa Ondo)Ishikawa Sayuri33rank/position
A song of hope adorned with flowers and greenery.
Sayuri Ishikawa’s vocals resound with a bright, sprightly rhythm.
The lyrics, woven with positive themes like the beauty of flowers, love, and dreams, warmly embrace the listener’s heart.
Released in November 1988, this piece became widely beloved as the theme song for the International Garden and Greenery Exposition.
Its ondo-style melody brings a festival-like liveliness, offering a fun, body-moving energy.
It’s a perfect track not only for those who love flowers and nature, but also for anyone looking for a boost of cheer.
human dramaIshikawa Sayuri34rank/position
Human Moyo (Human Patterns), with lyrics by Aku Yū and music by Sugimoto Mahito, is a single released by Sayuri Ishikawa in 2003.
It’s a love song in a major key that feels bright yet somehow wistful, featuring warmly toned guitar and Ishikawa’s intimate, conversational singing—such a lovely combination.
It’s also very popular for karaoke, and many people likely have it in their repertoire.
The characteristic enka-style vocal ornamentation (kobushi) is used relatively lightly, and the song includes J-pop elements, making it approachable even for beginners to enka.
Among Ishikawa’s songs, the pitch range is set on the lower side, so it’s easier to sing for those who struggle with high notes.
Iyasa(ka), YassaiIshikawa Sayuri35rank/position
This enka number, themed on Noto’s traditional Abare Festival, delivers a bold, powerful impression.
With lyrics by Shohei Mozu and composition by Keisuke Hama, it’s an ambitious work set to be released in March 2025 as a song by Sayuri Ishikawa.
The layered chants create a vibrant sense of motion, while the intricate arrangement enhances the song’s appeal.
It’s a track brimming with immediacy, as if you can feel the festival’s heat and hear people’s breathing.
Carrying the spirit of a festival with a 350-year history into the present, it sings grandly of prayers for health and bountiful harvests.
It’s a song you’ll want to hear when you need a lift or when you’d like to sing along with someone special.