Kanjani Eight Popular Song Rankings [2026]

AnthroposKanjani∞50rank/position

Kanjani Eight – Anthropos [Official Music Video] YouTube ver.

“Anthropos” is Kanjani Eight’s milestone 50th single, released in January 2024.

It marked an important track heralding the start of their 20th anniversary year.

Chosen as the opening theme for the anime “Megumi no Daigo: Kyūkoku no Orange,” it’s a thematically rich work that explores the essence of humanity.

With a powerful band sound that lets each member’s individuality shine, the song truly represents Kanjani Eight at their best.

The lyrics reflect many facets of life and carry messages that resonate deeply with listeners.

I believe it’s a work that can be thoroughly enjoyed by every generation, from elementary to high school students.

The Wolf and the CometKanjani∞51rank/position

Kanjani Eight – Wolf and Comet [Official Music Video]

Kanjani Eight is a five-member idol group that enjoys widespread popularity for their broad appeal, ranging from dance performances characteristic of Johnny’s groups to full-fledged band playing.

Their 49th single, “Wolf and Comet,” was written as the theme song for the TV drama Assistant Inspector Daimajin.

Its Latin-tinged beat and funky ensemble, paired with passionate lyrics, color the night.

It’s a cool dance number with a memorable story that evokes the image of a comet circling through the skies.

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Hoshino Takashi

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Thirty-year-old BoyKanjani∞52rank/position

Thirty-Year-Old Boy - Kanjani Eight

It is included on their seventh album, Kanjanism, released on November 5, 2014.

Kenichi Maeyamada wrote and composed the song.

At the time, with six members of Kanjani∞ in their thirties except for Tadayoshi Ohkura, the track portrays the group still retaining a boyish side.

There’s also a staged argument between members partway through, and the lyrics showcase Kenichi Maeyamada’s sharp sensibility.

I love you, Osaka.Kanjani∞53rank/position

Osaka, I really love you, like a storm.

It’s a very rare song where an idol sings in Kansai dialect.

However, when Kanjani performs it, the sense of incongruity disappears.

It really fires up the crowd when performed in Osaka.

It’s an idol song, but it’s not very idol-like.

It gets even more exciting when sung with choreography.

Lightning BluesKanjani∞54rank/position

Kanjani Eight – Lightning Blues [Official Music Video] YouTube ver.

Kanjani Eight, an idol group representing Kansai, are beloved not only in Kansai but throughout Japan for their full-on Kansai dialect and unique personalities.

It’s truly delightful to see a group from the regions shine on the Kouhaku Uta Gassen, Japan’s premier music show.

They’re a group the whole family wants to gather in front of the TV to cheer for!

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Murakami Shinpei

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Innocent Love FireworksKanjani∞55rank/position

Pure Love Fireworks - Kanjani Eight - Piano

This is a fireworks-themed song that might give you the courage to confess your feelings to someone you like this summer.

It’s a track by Kanjani Eight, a popular idol group from Johnny & Associates, included on their 28th single, “Omoidama,” released in 2014.

The song features a Japanese-style arrangement with a melody that carries hints of enka.

A love story unfolds against the backdrop of a summer festival… What will happen to the two of them afterward? It really makes you curious!

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Araki Jakkan

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I told you, didn’t I?Kanjani∞56rank/position

I told you — Kanjani Eight — guitar

This is the 30th single, released on October 15, 2014.

It was used as the theme song for the drama “Gomen ne Seishun!” starring member Ryo Nishikido.

The lyrics were written by Kankuro Kudo, who also handled the drama’s script.

The music video features a comedic concept in which the members, dressed in full-body black tights, sing while manipulating miniature puppets.

They appeared on television in the same outfits, delivering a characteristically chaotic Kanjani Eight performance.