Kanjani Eight Popular Song Rankings [2026]

Naniwa Iroha-bushiKanjani∞22rank/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.

Scribbled BeatKanjani∞23rank/position

Kanjani Eight Naguri Gaki BEAT

This track kicks off with a tense trumpet solo by Hiroshi Yokoyama, delivering the ultimate spotlight moment right at the start.

What follows is a super danceable ska-beat number.

It’s an adult, groovy dance tune where the horn section rides a lively beat perfect for stepping along to.

It’s a song you’ll want to listen to while getting into the groove and moving your body—one of the most danceable tracks in Kanjani’s catalog.

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Murakami Shinpei

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One SongKanjani∞24rank/position

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A band-style track featuring an acoustic guitar, with each member performing their instrument live.

The song is particularly striking for the vocals by Subaru Shibutani, whose distinctive voice rivals that of any rock band frontman.

It’s a warm, comforting piece that can warm your heart even in winter, and a ballad that moves you with the heartfelt singing of the members.

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Murakami Shinpei

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All is wellKanjani∞25rank/position

All is well

It’s included on their sixth album, “JUKE BOX,” released on October 16, 2013.

All the members wrote the lyrics together, and Shota Yasuda composed the music.

Aiming toward their 10th anniversary, it became the ultimate love song for their fans, packed with everything they’ve felt up to now.

It’s a track that conveys the members’ warm feelings and turned out to be the perfect gift for their fans.

PuzzleKanjani∞26rank/position

Puzzle Kanjani Eight Cover

Kanjani Eight’s “Puzzle” is a song that makes you feel as if your heart is being tightly gripped.

Released in 2009 as the lead track of the album PUZZLE, it was written and composed by Kazuyoshi Saito, who has also recorded it as a self-cover.

Songs that suit viewing cherry blossoms at night are often love songs, but this one feels more like taking a hard look at your current self—some listeners may even feel a slight ache in their chest.

It’s a sentimental tune that brings back memories of places you used to hang out and friends from the past when you’re feeling down.

True to Kanjani Eight’s style, it also weaves in place names and landmarks from Osaka.

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utatane

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BrûléeKanjani∞27rank/position

Mai-Jani Brûlée

It is included on their third album, “PEZZLE,” released on April 15, 2009.

At the 10th-anniversary event “Jusai,” it took first place in the fan vote for album tracks and is one of their most enduringly popular songs.

It’s a high-energy dance number that they perform at almost every concert.

Because they rarely dance this intensely in other songs, it’s also known for showcasing a precious, quintessentially Johnny’s side of them.

Heavenly PsychoKanjani∞28rank/position

Heavenly Psycho — Kanjani Eight by GR8EST

This is the B-side track of Kanjani Eight’s second single “Osaka Rainy Blues,” released on March 2, 2005.

The lyrics reflect how the group overcame the hardships of their past, including the period before their official debut, and the song embodies the members’ “Heavenly Psycho,” meaning a noble spirit.

Its popularity among fans has never waned.

A rearranged version by member Ryo Nishikido and Shogo Ohata was included on their 34th single “Samurai Song,” released on December 2, 2015.