Kanjani Eight Popular Song Rankings [2026]

King of Men!Kanjani∞15rank/position

FNS Music Festival 2016 Kanjani Eight King of Men

It’s the theme song of the movie “Mogura no Uta” (The Mole Song).

I also watched the movie, so it brings back a lot of memories.

The song matched the movie’s scenes and was really entertaining.

I was moved by how serious and manly the song is.

I was shocked that they sang such a manly song.

unfinishedKanjani∞16rank/position

Kanjani Eight – Incomplete [Official Music Video]

Kanjani Eight is a boys’ idol group from Osaka, and also a rock band.

Their 2023 release, “Mikansei” (“Incomplete”), is a fast-paced punk rock track.

It carries the message that precisely because we are incomplete, we can become someone’s hero.

The positive vibe of the lyrics is uplifting and empowering.

With its bright, irresistibly energetic sound that makes you want to get moving, it’s also a great recommendation for spring, when many people are starting new chapters in life.

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Yuuki

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It was love.Kanjani∞17rank/position

It was love.

It’s the 20th single, released on June 13, 2012.

It was used as the theme song for the drama “Papadol!” starring group member Ryo Nishikido.

Performed as a band, its love-filled lyrics make your heart feel warm every time you listen.

The opening guitar by Shota Yasuda is especially memorable.

TAKOYAKI in my heartKanjani∞18rank/position

LIVE MONSTER × Kanjani∞ TAKOYAKI in my heart

Takoyaki, the soul food of Osaka—this grand, Kanjani-style anthem overflowing with Osaka love takes its title from the city’s signature gourmet dish.

The local Osaka references and the distinct flair of Osaka dialect are spot-on, and its catchiness makes it a one-of-a-kind idol song.

Quite possibly the only song in the world where you can witness Ryuhei Maruyama’s gag solo—Nishinakajima-Minamigata!

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Murakami Shinpei

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Naniwa Iroha-bushiKanjani∞19rank/position

Kanjani Eight

A debut work distinguished by a unique musical style that fuses enka and rock.

Quoting the traditional Japanese “Iroha Uta,” it powerfully sings of the joys and hardships of everyday life while praising Kansai’s culture and the temperament of its people.

The song strongly conveys Kanjani Eight’s love and pride for their hometown.

Released exclusively in the Kansai region in August 2004 and nationwide the following month, it was used as the ending theme for the TV Tokyo variety show “Ura-Jani.” Highly recommended for those who want to savor a distinctly Kansai atmosphere or who are interested in a fusion of traditional Japanese music and contemporary sound.

LIFE ~Beyond What’s Right in Front of You~Kanjani∞20rank/position

칸쟈니의 진짜 매력인 밴드 음악, ‘LIFE ~눈 앞의 저편에~’ (라이브몬스터 140727)

This is their 15th single, released on August 25, 2010.

It was the group’s first song tied to a TV drama, serving as the theme for GM: Odore Doctor, in which member Tadayoshi Okura appeared.

It’s the first time they incorporated their band setup—previously showcased at concerts—into a single.

The song dramatically changed their image from a “funny group” and helped establish the band-style image they are known for today.

To a friendKanjani∞21rank/position

Kanjani Eight – Tomo yo [Official Music Video] YouTube ver.

Despite experiencing repeated member departures, Kanjani Eight, a five-member idol group steadily rising in esteem as a rock band, continues to garner acclaim.

Selected as the theme song for the Nippon TV drama “Ore no Hanashi wa Nagai” (My Story Is Long), this work was released on November 27, 2019, as their 43rd single.

Its powerful rock sound and driving melody are striking, and the lyrics—centered on the importance of friendship and mutual support—resonate deeply.

As a song symbolizing the launch of their new five-member lineup, it has evoked strong empathy among fans.

It is truly an anthem of encouragement for life, one that pushes forward those grappling with setbacks and anxieties.