Harumi Miyako Popular Songs Ranking [2026]

Chiba Dance Across Three GenerationsMiyako Harumi15rank/position

Three generations of Chiba Odori: Let’s all dance edition

In summer, it’s a classic that’s always danced to not only at Chiba’s Three-Generation Summer Festival but also at Bon Odori events across the country.

The lively festival music and spirited calls give you energy.

The lyrics weave in various famous spots in Chiba, depicting seasonal landscapes throughout the year.

Yuugao HillMiyako Harumi16rank/position

Yuugao Hill

Harumi Miyako, who was active as a beloved enka singer of the Showa pop era.

In 1969, she released “Yūgao no Oka” (Moonflower Hill).

The song portrays a younger sister who quietly tucks away her own feelings of love to support her older sister’s romance.

Her emotional performance, imbued with fragile yet beautiful sentiments, is truly moving.

Many listeners may relate to the lyrics that convey the heartache of a woman after a broken romance.

It’s a love song that can be taken as both putting on a brave face and a declaration of resolve.

Please give this song—overflowing with sisterly affection—a listen.

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mutō

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Yosakoi Naruko DanceMiyako Harumi17rank/position

Yosakoi Naruko Dance Audio (MP3)

The Yosakoi Festival is an event held every August in Kochi City, Kochi Prefecture, and is counted as one of the three major festivals of Shikoku.

The “Yosakoi Naruko Dance” was created when the festival began in 1954, and it is sung by Harumi Miyako.

The lyrics and music were composed by Eisaku Takemasa.

Hikari Citizens’ Bon DanceMiyako Harumi18rank/position

Hikari Citizens' Bon Dance by Harumi Miyako

This is the civic folk dance song of Hikari City in Yamaguchi Prefecture, sung by Harumi Miyako.

Since the town ceased to exist due to a merger with other municipalities, it is now rarely performed.

You can enjoy Harumi Miyako’s distinctive vocal style with its characteristic kobushi ornamentation.

Hanagasa OndoMiyako Harumi19rank/position

Hanagasa Ondo

The Hanagasa Ondo, famous for being sung at the vibrant Yamagata Hanagasa Festival held every August in Yamagata Prefecture, is still widely known today as a traditional folk song heard throughout Japan.

It originated from the “tsuchizuki-uta,” songs sung during the “dotsuki” process of compacting the foundation of buildings such as houses.

Over time, various arrangements were added, and it spread as a festival chant.

The lyrics vary by region, but many reference Yamagata Prefecture, which explains its enduring popularity.

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Murakami Shinpei

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Naniwa Love DrizzleMiyako Harumi, Oka Chiaki20rank/position

Naniwa Love Shower (Duet: Chiaki Oka)

“Naniwa Koi Shigure” was released on May 21, 1983 and was performed by Harumi Miyako and Chiaki Oka.

The song portrays the marital love between the pioneering Kamigata rakugo master Shunrantei Katsura I and his wife, Ohama, conveying deep affection and a vivid way of life.

Harumi Miyako’s powerful, bittersweet vocals blend beautifully with Chiaki Oka’s emotionally rich composition, captivating listeners.

Long cherished over the years, this work is recommended not only for enka fans but for a wide audience.

Try singing it at karaoke or listening to it on a special day.

dandelion flowerMiyako Harumi21rank/position

dandelion flower

This is a single released in May 2012 by Harumi Miyako, a renowned enka singer Japan is proud of.

The lyrics were written by Takashi Taka, who has produced numerous hit songs, and the music was composed by Shosuke Ichikawa.

Harumi Miyako’s richly expressive voice is soothing to the heart.