Mai Kuraki Popular Songs Ranking [2026]

Secret of my heartKuraki Mai1rank/position

Mai Kuraki 'Secret of my heart'

Released in the early 2000s, this song became a signature work in Mai Kuraki’s career.

Issued as a single shortly after her debut, it was selected as the ending theme for the TV anime Detective Conan, marking the beginning of her long-standing association with the series.

Centered on inner conflict and hope for the future, the lyrics portray the difficulty of expressing one’s true feelings and the experience of harboring hidden secrets.

Released in April 2000, the track reached No.

16 on the Oricon year-end chart and garnered multiple awards.

It even saw a U.S.

release, attracting attention both at home and abroad.

It’s a perfect song for anyone troubled by love or struggling to convey their feelings.

Togetsu Bridge ~Thinking of You~Kuraki Mai2rank/position

Mai Kuraki “Togetsukyo ~Kimi Omou~” Music Video (Short Ver.)

A ballad released in April 2017 as the theme song for the film Detective Conan: The Crimson Love Letter, set in autumnal Kyoto.

Its lyrics, woven with distinctly Japanese imagery such as the Togetsukyo Bridge, flowing rivers, and autumn foliage, perfectly suit the season and tenderly depict the aching feelings of someone pining for a loved one.

With this song, Mai Kuraki marked her 21st musical contribution to the Conan series, earning a Guinness World Record.

The arrangement incorporating traditional Japanese instruments and the music video featuring junihitoe robes, among other Kyoto-inspired touches, are also captivating.

Why not listen to it on a long autumn night and reminisce about your school days watching Conan?

Winter BellsKuraki Mai3rank/position

Winter Bells

A gemlike pop number by Mai Kuraki that wraps the chill of winter in a heartwarming love story.

Used as the opening theme for the TV anime Detective Conan, it was released in January 2002 as her 11th single.

The song weaves feelings of longing for a lover far away and the hope of reunion into a beautiful melody.

Its lyrics vividly paint winter scenes—snowy landscapes, candlelight, and softly tolling bells.

With a romantic and upbeat mood, it’s sure to elevate any karaoke session.

A perfect pick for those moments when you want to feel a special bond with someone important, or when you’re looking for a dazzling winter song.

Time after time ~In the town where flowers dance~Kuraki Mai4rank/position

Detective Conan: Crossroad in the Ancient Capital Theme Song (Japanese/Chinese Subtitles): Mai Kuraki - Time after time ~In the Town Where Flowers Dance~

“Time after time ~In the City Where Flowers Dance~” is one of Mai Kuraki’s signature numbers.

Released in 2003, it became widely beloved as the theme song for the film Detective Conan: Crossroad in the Ancient Capital.

Written during Kuraki’s time as a student at Ritsumeikan University, inspired by the cherry blossoms of Kyoto, the song expresses a longing for encounters and reunions that transcend time.

The arrangement by Cyber Sound is also captivating, evoking the feeling of journeying through time.

The protagonist’s emotions—at times tinged with loneliness, at other moments transforming into hope—resonate with listeners and offer a warm message of encouragement.

Love, Day After TomorrowKuraki Mai5rank/position

Mai Kuraki "Love, Day After Tomorrow"

Mai Kuraki’s signature song “Love, Day After Tomorrow.” This piece is notable for its light vocal delivery, reminiscent of Hikaru Utada.

It’s often said to have strong R&B elements, but authentic R&B techniques—such as vocal runs—don’t appear at all.

While the pitch tends to be somewhat high, the overall range is quite narrow at mid2 A to high D#, so with a key adjustment it’s easy for anyone to sing.

Personally, I think the most comfortable range is one where you can sing steadily with a light mixed voice.

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Ryo

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Togetsukyo ~Thinking of You~Kuraki Mai6rank/position

Togetsukyo ~Thinking of You~ Mai Kuraki (Full)

Mai Kuraki’s 41st single, released in April 2017.

It’s an impressive song that makes effective use of a Japanese pentatonic scale in the chorus melody, which also helps make it relatively easy to sing even for those who aren’t confident singers.

The vocal range used isn’t very wide, so if the key feels too high or low, you should be able to handle it by lowering the key on the karaoke machine.

It’s not a song that requires powerful, full-throated singing, so try to sing gently throughout the whole piece.

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Kei Takahata

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Mai Kuraki “In Love with Love”

This is Mai Kuraki’s 38th single, and she can truly be called an indispensable artist for the Detective Conan tie-ins, of which there have been many.

As the title suggests, the lyrics evoke the painful emotions of unrequited love, and the resonant low-end beat that runs through the track leaves a strong impression.

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kappamaki

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