Kobukuro’s Most Popular Songs Ranking [2026]

DOOR ～The knock again～Kobukuro57rank/position

Kobukuro – DOOR ~The knock again~

Kobukuro’s “DOOR ~The knock again~” gives you a sense of a soothing harmony.

In this song, vocalist Kuroda’s powerful, raspy voice is captivating and showcases a wide expressive range.

When you’re lost on life’s path, listening to this track—with its strong yet gentle lyrics—will surely lift you up and help you look forward.

It’s a song that conveys the message that “dreams are something you make come true.”

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I LOVE YOUKobukuro58rank/position

I LOVE YOU

A classic by Yutaka Ozaki that sings of love in the most straightforward way is covered with Kobukuro’s signature warmth.

Kentaro Kobuchi’s delicate guitar work and Shunsuke Kuroda’s powerful vocals weave a harmony that carefully expresses feelings for a loved one—truly breathtaking.

Thanks to its universal theme, it’s often performed live and cherished as a song that creates a strong sense of unity with the audience.

It’s a superb cover I’d recommend to anyone with someone special—not just couples.

LoveKobukuro59rank/position

LOVE - Kobukuro

What is love, I wonder? Even though I can’t hold your hand, I like you.

It was my first love, and I didn’t even know how to be in a relationship.

I wonder when I’ll learn.

Even now, I still get nervous when we hold hands.

This is a song I wrote about my awkward self, and I really love it.

NOTEKobukuro60rank/position

NOTE

One of Japan’s most iconic music duos, Kobukuro.

From their album “NAMELESS WORLD,” let me introduce the song “NOTE.” The album contains many hit tracks, and among them, this is a song that has received a great deal of response.

It likens a man’s heart—or a life—to a blank notebook, depicting how a variety of emotions and events are written onto its pages.

Listening through, you’ll feel the beauty and fragility of life—that’s its appeal.

It’s a song that anyone can relate to, and it’s sure to leave you with a sweet ache.

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ONE TIMES ONEKobukuro61rank/position

Kobukuro “ONE TIMES ONE”

Kobukuro’s greatest appeal lies, above all, in their vocal prowess.

Their two distinct voices intertwine beautifully, delivering exquisitely balanced harmonies.

“ONE TIMES ONE” is known as the song used in a TV commercial in which the two members of Kobukuro also appeared.

RAISE THE ANCHORKobukuro62rank/position

Kobukuro “RAISE THE ANCHOR”

This is a song by Kobukuro that sings of weighing anchor and setting out on a new voyage.

It’s included on the album “QUARTER CENTURY” and was released early in August 2024 as the “25th Anniversary Song” to commemorate the duo’s 25th year.

Riding on an energetic and powerful sound, it portrays taking the helm toward your dreams and pressing on without yielding to the storm.

It also emphasizes the importance of a partnership built on mutual trust, and the lyrics, filled with hope and determination for the future, are deeply moving.

It’s a track that gently encourages you as you take a new step forward in life.

WINDING ROAD [Ayaka × Kobukuro]Kobukuro63rank/position

Kobukuro – WINDING ROAD (Ayaka × Kobukuro)

This is the song that became a hot topic for its collaboration with the singer Ayaka.

They performed it live on music shows, and it was a huge crowd-pleaser at festivals as well.

It feels like each of them is singing freely, yet the harmonies come together with an incredible sense of unity—that’s where you really feel the power of music.

It’s the kind of song you really want to sing at karaoke but just can’t quite pull off—that description fits it perfectly.