Noriyuki Makihara Popular Songs Ranking [2026]

GREEN DAYSMakihara Noriyuki22rank/position

GREEN DAYS

Noriyuki Makihara’s 36th single, “GREEN DAYS,” released in 2007, has been loved by a wide range of generations for its refreshing feel and strong message.

Its message—“Even if there are things you don’t understand or times you feel lost, we’re all in this together”—likely resonated with people going through their youth.

The pleasant melody is easy to hum, and among his songs it has relatively little variation in vocal range, making it easier for men to sing as well.

It’s also a song that’s easy to adjust the key for, so I’d especially recommend it at karaoke to those who feel intimidated by his songs!

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miyabi

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Sakura MelodyMakihara Noriyuki23rank/position

Noriyuki Makihara – Sakura Melody [Music Video]

Set to gentle piano tones, this song sings of the season of farewells and new encounters.

Noriyuki Makihara’s delicate vocals resonate closely with those facing graduation.

Included on the March 2022 album “Bespoke,” this piece is a self-cover of a song he originally provided to Miliyah Kato and Shota Shimizu.

In the season of fluttering cherry blossoms, it’s a track that gives you the courage to take a new step while holding dear your memories and gratitude.

Listen to it during graduation ceremonies or times of departure, and it will surely touch your heart.

My girlfriend is a waitress.Makihara Noriyuki24rank/position

My girlfriend is a waitress - Noriyuki Makihara

Among Noriyuki Makihara’s early songs, this track is highly regarded by experts for the meticulous programming, high level of completion, and the quality of its lyrics and overall world-building.

His characteristic lyricism and gentle expressiveness overflow not only in the words but also in the sound, even at an up-tempo pace, making every detail worth listening to.

No.1Makihara Noriyuki25rank/position

[Official] Noriyuki Makihara “No.1” (Music Video) [8th Single] (1993)

This is one of Noriyuki Makihara’s signature songs, which reached No.

1 on the Oricon weekly charts.

Set to a lively pop sound, it straightforwardly expresses love for a partner and has long been cherished as a wedding staple.

The overall vocal range is F3 to B4, so it’s not that high.

Since the chorus includes a switch to falsetto, try to sing in a relaxed state without tension.

In the final chorus, the key modulates and the range goes higher.

Rather than forcing it, aim upward and let your breath carry the sound.

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Kubota Mami

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LOVE LETTERMakihara Noriyuki26rank/position

NORIYUKI MAKIHARA LOVE LETTER

It’s a deep-cut album track that was never released as a single, yet it enjoys immense popularity among fans.

It’s a bittersweet unrequited-love song about someone who’s leaving for far away, marked by four-on-the-floor piano and an arrangement that feels both light and wistful, evoking the scenery seen from a departing train.

The overall vocal range spans F#3 to A4, with the bridge (C section) reaching the highest and most climactic notes.

The melody line is simple, so even those unfamiliar with the song can pick it up quickly.

Its coming-of-age vibe makes it easy to sing at karaoke without feeling heavy.

Highly recommended.

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Kubota Mami

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PENGUINMakihara Noriyuki27rank/position

PENGUIN Noriyuki Makihara with Lyrics

Noriyuki Makihara is a singer-songwriter with many fans of all genders, known for his heartrending love songs and relatable lyrics.

The song “PENGUIN” is a standout track with an intriguing title from his 2006 album “UNDERWEAR.” Don’t we all have those “unforgettable conversations,” where we casually remember a chat from long ago with someone we loved or used to like? Trivial exchanges that the other person has probably forgotten, yet for us they remain precious memories.

It’s a song filled with bittersweet emotion—give it a listen and see what the title really means.

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utatane

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Hungry SpiderMakihara Noriyuki28rank/position

Hungry Spider by Noriyuki Makihara, covered by Yuki Terada

This is a classic by Noriyuki Makihara, showcasing his distinctive voice—commanding a standout presence in pop—and his exceptional songwriting prowess.

The lyrics could be described as downright carnivorous, yet the song also carries a high-sense, stylish mood and a sense of purity.

It’s a track I can recommend as one that even has the power to make you more attractive.