Tomomi Kahara’s Most Popular Songs Ranking [2026]

as A personKahara Tomomi11rank/position

Tomomi Kahala / as A person cover by YGPROJECT

Tomomi Kahara’s “as A person” is a song about longing for an unforgettable lover.

Released in 1999, the lyrics were written by Kahara herself as a message to an ex.

It recounts the end of a love that felt like a once-in-a-lifetime romance, capturing a lingering attachment that refuses to fade.

The more deeply you love someone, the harder it is to forget them, leaving you wandering in sorrow.

From this song, you can keenly feel a profound love that cannot be dismissed with the simple word “regret.” If you have a lover you just can’t forget, this song will resonate with your feelings.

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SAKI

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keep yourself aliveKahara Tomomi12rank/position

Tomomi Kahala – keep yourself alive (Audio)

Released in September 1995 as her debut single, this is Tomomi Kahala’s memorable first track.

Produced by Tetsuya Komuro, it was also featured in a commercial for Japan Oracle.

While it sports an urban sound marked by a danceable beat and shimmering synthesizers, the melody—especially in the chorus—uses the pentatonic “yo” scale, creating a uniquely nostalgic quality that resonates with Japanese listeners.

By layering a sense of wa (Japanese essence) in the melody over the forward‑thinking track, Kahala’s delicate vocals at the time of her debut stand out even more, resulting in a number that leaves a strong impression on the listener.

summer visitKahara Tomomi13rank/position

Summer visit Tomomi Kahala solo piano/vocal performance #fanksfes

For a leisurely day off, the song I want you to listen to by your loved one’s side is “summer visit.” It was included on the 1996 album LOVE BRACE by Tomomi Kahara, a singer who is also active as an actress and TV personality.

The track has a deep sound with a mature vibe.

You’ll find comfort in her beautiful yet fragile, crystal-clear vocals.

Evoking sunsets and sandy beaches, it’s perfect for a date with your partner.

Listen to it while savoring the joy of being close to the one you love.

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If you are with meKahara Tomomi14rank/position

Anataga Ireba

This is a moving ballad released in September 2004, marking Tomomi Kahala’s 30th birthday and her step into a new stage.

Its pure and powerful message—that the world shines simply because someone precious is by your side—deeply resonates.

The piece is a Japanese cover of a song by the Korean band Weather Forecast.

A magnificent piano-based arrangement melds with her rich, expressive vocals to gently envelop the listener.

This beloved song, which won the Gold Prize at the 46th Japan Record Awards, is also included on the commemorative album “NAKED.” It’s the perfect track for expressing gratitude to someone special or for quietly filling your heart on a solitary night.

Have fun, have fun, and be gentle.Kahara Tomomi15rank/position

Tomomi Kahala 'Have Fun, Have Fun, Be Gentle' Music Video

It was released in 1997 as Tomomi Kahara’s eighth single.

The song was used in a commercial for Kanebo Cosmetics’ “REVUE” brand Esthe Couture Gel Foundation, and it drew attention as the first single co-written by Tetsuya Komuro and Kahara.

It reached No.

1 on the Oricon Weekly Singles Chart, becoming her fourth consecutive No.

1 single.

Believe In Future ~Midnight Cinderella~Kahara Tomomi16rank/position

Believe in Future

This is a highly message-driven number with lyrics written by Tomomi Kahala herself.

It portrays a protagonist who, while feeling lonely in the stillness of midnight, keeps faith in the future and waits for the sunrise.

The Cinderella-themed motif seems to teach the importance of not losing hope even in difficult situations.

Released in February 2000 as her 16th single, the song drew attention as the ending theme for the drama “Cinderella wa Nemuranai” (Cinderella Doesn’t Sleep).

Its dramatic sound and her clear, translucent vocals highlight the strong will that resides within the sadness.

You can also hear it on the best-of album “Natural Breeze ~KAHALA BEST 1998-2002~.” Listening to it on a night when your heart feels a little tired might give you the courage to step forward into tomorrow.

CARRY’S SONKahara Tomomi17rank/position

CARRY’S SON

This is a moving ballad by Tomomi Kahala that shines a light on her singer-songwriter side.

After parting with her beloved horse, Carry’s Sun—her long-time partner in equestrian competition—she wrote both the lyrics and music to convey her deep gratitude and love.

The straightforward sincerity in the words and the gentle, beautiful melody resonate deeply with listeners.

Released in October 2022, this song is her first newly written piece in about six years since her 2016 work, and can be seen as a starting point symbolizing her recent return to self-songwriting.

It is filled with a kindness that quietly stays with you through the sorrow of saying goodbye to someone precious, and gives you the strength to look ahead.

Dear FriendKahara Tomomi18rank/position

Dear Friend

This is a heartwarming ballad created as a token of gratitude to fans in the milestone year of the artist’s 20th anniversary.

Tomomi Kahala herself took part in writing the lyrics, and her feelings for the important person who supported her clumsy self and gave her courage come through clearly, carried by Satoshi Takebe’s gentle arrangement of piano and strings.

The song is included on the single “Hajimari no Uta ga Kikoeru,” released in May 2015.

This piece may be the perfect choice when you want to say “thank you” to friends or family who are always by your side.

Why not experience that warm, heartfelt emotion that makes two hearts truly connect?

Every morningKahara Tomomi19rank/position

Every morning

It’s a song that makes you feel positive, like fresh morning light streaming in.

It carries a warm message that gently cheers on the you who grows little by little—better today than yesterday, and tomorrow than today.

Tomomi Kahara’s clear, high-toned voice makes the song’s bright worldview even more captivating.

This classic track, included on the album “storytelling” released in December 1997, was also used in a commercial for NTT PC Communications.

As one of the songs on a landmark album that sold over two million copies, it’s loved by many fans.

If you listen to it at the start of the day, it will surely give you forward-looking energy.

It’s also a perfect number for when you want to refresh your mood.

Hate tell a lieKahara Tomomi20rank/position

Tomomi Kahala – Hate tell a lie (Audio)

This is the sixth single by Tomomi Kahala, a songstress who epitomized the J-POP scene of the 1990s.

Chosen as the CM song for Kanebo Cosmetics’ “Bronzelove,” it became a major hit alongside the commercial featuring Kahala herself.

While the driving, digitally infused sound produced by Tetsuya Komuro and her soaring vocals are striking, it’s also worth noting that the chorus melody incorporates the yo scale.

Perhaps the sense of nostalgia that peeks through the urban, sophisticated atmosphere stems from this scale, which resonates deeply with the Japanese sensibility.