Popular Songs Ranking of Saburo Kitajima [2026]
He must be one of the most difficult Japanese singers to rank by popular songs.Yes, Saburō Kitajima.His track record since starting as a traveling singer and making his record debut in 1962 is nothing short of remarkable.His hit songs are works that continue to be sung across generations and eras.
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Saburo Kitajima Popular Songs Ranking [2026] (41–50)
Man of FireKitajima Saburō43rank/position
This work features a bold, stirring melody worthy of closing a period drama.
Saburo Kitajima’s powerful yet warm vocals brilliantly convey a man’s way of life and resolve, offering a reassuring push that steels the listener’s back.
Released as a single in January 1982, it has been beloved for many years as the theme song for TV Asahi’s popular period drama “Abarenbo Shogun: Yoshimune Hyoban-ki.” Kitajima himself also appeared in the series as Tatsugoro of the Megumi, making the show’s world and the song deeply intertwined—one of its greatest appeals.
The lyrics depict an indomitable spirit that faces adversity, making it a song sure to inspire courage in anyone feeling uncertain at work or at a crossroads in life.