Yumi Kimura's Popular Song Rankings [2026]

Name of LifeKimura Yumi1rank/position

Name of Life – Yumi Kimura Spirited Away The River of That Day

Yumi Kimura’s song, known as the theme for the film Spirited Away, is beloved by many for its gentle melody and moving lyrics.

Accompanied by the sound of the lyre, this piece sings of the preciousness of life and hope for the future.

Released in July 2003, it reached as high as No.

6 on the Oricon chart.

It is also popular as wedding background music, chosen by many couples as the perfect song to celebrate the bond with a loved one and the start of a new life.

Its warm vocals and soothing tones will gracefully enhance those unforgettable, beautiful moments.

Always With MeKimura Yumi2rank/position

Spirited Away - Always With Me (Music Box ver.) 90 minutes | Ghibli | Sleep BGM | No ads in the middle | Study/Work BGM

The warm singing voice and nostalgic melody of the theme song from the film Spirited Away gently soothe the heart.

Many of you may remember Yumi Kimura singing while playing the lyre-like instrument known as a lyre.

When this classic is rendered in the sound of a music box, its charm transforms into a special lullaby that leads babies into the world of dreams.

The gently repeating melody and the characteristic wavering of the music box are like the sound of calm waves, quietly watching over a baby’s peaceful sleep.

Anytime, as many times as you likeKimura Yumi3rank/position

Amateur solo performance: “Always With Me” by Yumi Kimura

This is the theme song from the film Spirited Away.

If you’re a Ghibli fan, it’s definitely a piece you’ll want to play.

In the original, Kimura plays it on the harp, so using arpeggios on the guitar might capture the atmosphere better.

Since it’s slow-tempo, it’s easy to practice.

Always With Me ~Spirited Away~Kimura Yumi4rank/position

[Flute] Always With Me

The theme song from Spirited Away, “Always With Me,” is also a perfect piece to play on the flute.

The flute’s range is close to that of a female voice, so when the original singer is a woman, you can produce a sound very similar to the original as your playing improves—which is wonderful.

When practicing, it’s fine to start at a very slow tempo.

In fact, one of the charms of this piece is that it can be even more expressive when played slowly.

It’s a bit of an indulgent wish, but if you have the chance to perform with a harp, just like in the original, you’ll be able to enjoy a truly luxurious rendition.

Promise of the WorldKimura Yumi / Tanikawa Shuntarō5rank/position

[For Beginners] Howl’s Moving Castle “The Promise of the World” Piano

This piece is known as the theme song of Studio Ghibli’s masterpiece Howl’s Moving Castle.

The music was composed by Yumi Kimura, with lyrics by the poet Shuntaro Tanikawa.

Yumi Kimura is a singer and composer famed for her distinctive singing-and-playing style using the lyre, and she came into the spotlight in 2001 with Always With Me, the theme song for Spirited Away.

Centered on the theme of parting from a loved one, this work features a gentle melody and tender lyrics.

With its simple instrumentation and moving words, it has deeply touched many listeners.

It’s highly recommended for those who want to play a calm and beautiful piece.