A vitamin voice that brings comfort and energy! Ranking of Hiroshi Miyama’s most popular songs

Love…passionMiyama Hiroshi11rank/position

Hiroshi Miyama “Love… Obsession” [75th NHK Kouhaku Uta Gassen Performance Song] MUSIC VIDEO

A new frontier in enka infused with burning emotion: Hiroshi Miyama’s “Koi… Jonen” (Love… Passion).

Released on January 10, 2024, this fresh yet irresistibly captivating song for enka fans is a masterpiece that lights a fiery heart determined to confront the obstacles of love.

The protagonist’s devotion—offering everything to the one they love—will surely resonate deeply in your heart.

The melody slips seamlessly into the soul, and Miyama’s rich expressiveness leaves a profound impression on listeners.

The resolve to challenge love’s barriers and the new allure he has forged within enka are distilled into this one track.

Delivering a passionate message, “Koi… Jonen” is certain to draw in new listeners as well.

Love… (Passion) [Guitar ver.].Miyama Hiroshi12rank/position

Hiroshi Miyama “Love… Passion (Guitar ver.)” MUSIC VIDEO

A song filled with deep passion and pure love has arrived from Hiroshi Miyama.

While inheriting the traditions of enka, it explores new forms of expression by blending in the tones of the guitar.

It richly conveys feelings for a beloved person, resulting in a work that resonates with the heart.

Released in May 2024, this song was created in response to strong requests from fans.

With composition and performance by Tetsuya Gen, it has been crafted into an even more profound piece.

It’s recommended for times when you want to reaffirm your feelings for someone special or when you want to listen to enka that truly touches the soul.

The Great Cedar of SugiMiyama Hiroshi13rank/position

Hiroshi Miyama “The Giant Sugi of Sugi” MUSIC VIDEO

This song was performed by Hiroshi Miyama, the “Vitamin Voice” born in Kochi, as a heartfelt tribute to his hometown.

Composed by his mentor, Masamasa Nakamura, it’s a grand life-themed enka inspired by the three-thousand-year-old ‘Great Cedar of Sugi’ towering over his local town of Ōtoyo.

The anecdote that Miyama himself piloted a drone to film the music video also speaks volumes about his extraordinary love for his hometown.

He overlays his own life onto the great cedar that has “withstood blizzards, storms, and drought,” and vows to show a “proud, shining figure” to someone dear to him.

That straightforward resolve blends perfectly with Miyama’s warm vocals, gently infusing listeners with the strength to face tomorrow.

A Man’s LieMiyama Hiroshi14rank/position

[Official] Hiroshi Miyama “A Man’s Lie” MUSIC VIDEO (Full Size)

This song is recommended when you want to practice a natural, understated vocal scoop (kobushi) without forcing it.

It’s a track by Hiroshi Miyama, an enka singer from Kochi Prefecture, released in 2012 as his fifth single.

The lyrics portray the poignant feelings of a woman being strung along by a man, and perhaps because of Miyama’s crisp, articulate vocals, they really hit home.

It’s not the kind of emotionally heavy number that makes you clench your fist and belt it out, so I think you can relax and give it a try.

Still… Miyama’s “vitamin voice” is truly wonderful, isn’t it?

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A Man’s WayMiyama Hiroshi15rank/position

Hiroshi Miyama “A Man’s Way” MUSIC VIDEO

This song by Hiroshi Miyama, a leading figure in enka, is a moving masterpiece that powerfully sings of a man’s way of life and outlook on life.

Since it mainly sits in the low to mid vocal range, it’s structured to be easy to sing even for those who struggle with high notes.

Released in February 2017, it also became a popular hit, reaching No.

1 on the Oricon Weekly Enka/Kayō Single Chart.

The lyrics capture a calm, composed male figure, his views on love, and his feelings for his hometown—making it a perfect track for those moments when you want to quietly reflect on life, like savoring a drink at a bar and looking back on your journey.

Flowers and SamuraiMiyama Hiroshi16rank/position

Hiroshi Miyama “Flower and Samurai” MUSIC VIDEO

Enka singer Hiroshi Miyama, also known for his kendama skills and his performances on the NHK New Year’s Eve music special Kōhaku Uta Gassen.

This is a single released in January 2026.

It’s an up-tempo number with a rock-driven beat that transcends the bounds of enka.

Centered on the themes of “flowers” and “samurai,” its lyrics weave together seasonal scenes like a spring evening and a hazy moonlit night with the spirit of the Japanese man, offering powerful encouragement to listeners.

His performance of singing while playing the drums has also become a hot topic, and you can see his gallant figure in the video release.

The single comes in two versions with different B-sides: the “Hana-ban” (Flower Edition) and the “Samurai-ban” (Samurai Edition).

The “Samurai Edition” also features a collaboration track with DJ KOO.

It’s a song you’ll want to sing when you want to liven up a farewell or welcome party, or when you want to fire yourself up.

Sake LightMiyama Hiroshi17rank/position

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Sung in a wistful voice, this piece poignantly evokes the bittersweet feelings of recalling happier days through the glow of a tavern’s lights.

Its deeply resonant melody and lyrics stir a sense of nostalgia and warmth.

Likely to become a new signature “drinking song enka” for Hiroshi Miyama, this work, set for release in January 2025, is recommended not only for enka fans but for anyone seeking a song that speaks to the heart.

It’s a track to savor slowly, a drink in hand.

Village AutumnMiyama Hiroshi18rank/position

Village Autumn

This is a song that captures the deeply moving spirit of autumn in Japan.

Hiroshi Miyama’s warm voice gently paints a nostalgic portrait of an autumn countryside.

Included on the album “Kokoro no Uta 2: Hiroshi Miyama Sings Lyric Songs,” it was released in September 2022.

As a cover of a traditional Japanese lyric song, this track showcases Miyama’s wide musical range.

His singing, inspired by the nature of his hometown in Kochi Prefecture, resonates quietly in the listener’s heart.

It’s perfect for a relaxed moment by the window at autumn dusk.

Highly recommended when you want a little peace of mind or a calm, gentle mood.

snow camelliaMiyama Hiroshi19rank/position

snow camellia

When it comes to a classic song that portrays the harsh winter scenery of Echigo and the feelings of a woman enduring it, this is the one.

Released as a single by Sachiko Kobayashi in 1987, it’s a staple of enka, known for lyrics by Tetsurō Hoshino and composition by Minoru Endō.

This piece was covered by Hiroshi Miyama, an enka singer from Kōchi Prefecture, and included as the closing track on his album “Uaitsugu! Nihon no Ryūkōka Part 5,” released in June 2024.

Miyama’s warm “vitamin voice” vividly conveys the strength and beauty of a red flower that bravely blooms in the snow.

It’s a quintessentially Japanese number you’ll want to savor in February’s lingering cold, warming up under the kotatsu.