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Mai Kuraki’s Ballad Songs: Popular Song Ranking [2026]

Mai Kuraki, a popular female artist from the Being Group, has been featured in tie-ins with series like the anime Detective Conan and has earned support from a wide range of generations.

She broke through with R&B-tinged J-pop that quickly became her signature at debut, but as she has grown older, she’s taken on different styles, revealing new facets of her appeal.

This time, we take a closer look at her.

Based on verified feedback from fans submitted to our site so far, we researched her most popular songs.

Here, we present the most acclaimed tracks in a ranking format.

Please enjoy.

Mai Kuraki’s Ballad Songs: Popular Song Ranking [2026]

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♪Like a star in the night (DARK ANGEL) by Mai Kuraki♪
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It’s also a memorable song for the scenes in music videos and live performances where Mai Kuraki sings while playing the piano.

It begins with a quiet tone that feels dark, as if expressing anxiety, and when it reaches the chorus, it unfolds into a bright, grand sound that seems to expand your field of vision—almost like depicting an escape from anxiety.

Precisely because it’s a gently paced ballad, you can savor the subtle emotional nuances embedded in the vocals and fully appreciate Mai Kuraki’s impressive singing ability.