Noriyuki Makihara Popular Songs Ranking [2026]

Witch HazelMakihara Noriyuki43rank/position

Noriyuki Makihara Witch hazel with lyrics

This is a song from Noriyuki Makihara’s album “SELF PORTRAIT,” released on October 31, 1993.

At the time, he heard on the radio that “witch hazel,” an herb, was used as an ingredient in sunscreen, and he thought it would make a good title for a summer romance song.

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If I fold up this umbrella, Noriyuki Makihara

Speaking of Noriyuki Makihara, he’s known for straightforward love songs—especially heartbreak songs—with many masterpieces.

Personally, among his love songs, I love this one the most: it’s poetic, full of abstract expressions that let you feel his philosophy.

It also makes for perfect background music.

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[Official] Noriyuki Makihara - “An Angel Came Down to This Hopeless Me” (MV) [15th Single] (1996)

This is a hidden gem included on the 1996 album UNDERWEAR, known for lyrics that portray the real struggles and affection in a relationship—like a girlfriend hurt by her insensitive boyfriend’s behavior throwing an alarm clock.

It’s a fan favorite.

The song itself has a lively sound and a rhythmically sung vibe, and it seems like you could get tired if you don’t watch your breathing.

Instead of trying too hard, it’s probably best to keep time with your body and enjoy singing it.

Listening to it many times and memorizing the lyrics will likely make it easier to sing.

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Kubota Mami

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Himawari Noriyuki Makihara

A track included on the album “With Whom Do You Share a Happy Yawn?” It’s a lovely song featuring Makki’s distinctive, gently tapping flow of rhythm and tender vocals.

Along with a photo taken against a backdrop of sunflowers, it portrays a slightly wistful relationship between two people.

Whether it’s a song about parting or a tune about joyful moments, this piece is Makki’s slightly mysterious and slightly bittersweet sunflower song that paints a variety of scenes.

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SAKI

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Kite

It’s a warm, uplifting song that evokes the image of flying a kite in the clear winter air.

Included on Noriyuki Makihara’s album released in November 2007, “I Thought Sadness Was of No Use,” it was also chosen as the ending theme for the TV drama Good Doctor.

The lyrics feature motifs like “headwind” and “thread,” symbolically expressing the courage to face difficulties and the bonds with loved ones.

With melodies and words that resonate deeply, it won the Japan Gold Disc Award for Best Karaoke Song.

It’s a wonderful choice to sing when gathering with hometown friends and relatives at New Year’s, sharing hope and determination for the year ahead.

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If I Embrace You / Noriyuki Makihara

“When I Hold You” is the 9th track on Noriyuki Makihara’s debut album “Kimi ga Warau Toki Kimi no Mune ga Itamanai You ni.” It has a somewhat sentimental vibe, and the lyrics depicting an awkward relationship between a man and a woman leave a strong impression.

The chorus stays in a relatively high range, so make sure to hit the notes accurately and sing it with control.

Since it’s a ballad, the lyrics aren’t densely packed and there aren’t any fast melodic lines, making it a great song to try at karaoke.

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Hamada Takuya

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Tokyo DAYS

This song portrays the days of an adult who hasn’t forgotten their childlike heart, being jostled by the dull atmosphere of Tokyo.

By today’s standards, it has a bit of a chuunibyou vibe, but it’s a life-encouragement song that resonates with and is relatable to people like that—myself included.

It’s a very positive track that ends with the line “Wonderful Everyday.”