Karaoke Popular Song Rankings of Naotaro Moriyama [2026]

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Unco

Naotaro Moriyama is also known for having many comic songs.

Among them, the masterpiece that has put smiles on countless listeners’ faces is this classic, “Unko.” The vocal line in this piece isn’t exactly easy.

Of course, it depends on what key you set it in, but in many cases falsetto also comes into play.

That said, this work boasts an overwhelmingly short length compared to his other songs.

Its difficulty is around average, but if you give your all to the vocal part—which lasts only about 30 seconds—scoring a perfect 100 isn’t just a dream!

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Ryo

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Sakura

This song, a massive hit in 2003, is a masterpiece that depicts parting and reunion through the beauty and transience of cherry blossoms.

Naotaro Moriyama’s clear vocals and the simple, piano-centered arrangement resonate deeply with listeners.

The lyrics, which liken cherry blossoms scattering at the very moment they are in full bloom to the turning points of life, evoke both the poignancy of a departure and a forward-looking hope.

Chosen as the ending theme for the MBS/TBS program “Sekai Ururun Taizai-ki,” it sold over one million copies.

In 2019, it was revived with a new arrangement as the theme song for the drama “同期のサクラ” (Synchrony’s Sakura), and it continues to be loved across generations.

Sung at a graduation ceremony—one of life’s important milestones—it will etch memories with friends and a resolve for the future even more deeply.

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Naotaro Moriyama – Sakura (Solo)

A quintessential piano ballad by Naotaro Moriyama that I can’t help but want to listen to when I sense the arrival of spring.

Released as a single in March 2003, it has become a timeless graduation anthem loved across generations.

Originally written to celebrate a friend’s wedding, the song conveys not only the sadness of parting but also the resolve to set off into a new world.

At the time of its release, it drew attention as the ending theme for “Sekai Ururun Taizaiki,” and many will remember it being rearranged in 2019 as the theme song for the drama “同期のサクラ” (Sakura, Our Cohort).

Moriyama’s solo vocal style resonates deeply, moving listeners and gently giving them a push forward.

In this season when meetings and farewells intersect, why not take your time to bask in it while reflecting on your cherished memories?

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Naotaro Moriyama – “Sakura (2019)” Music Video

Singer-songwriter Naotaro Moriyama captivates fans with a voice instantly recognizable at first listen, blending in his distinctive falsetto.

His digital single “Sakura (2019),” an arrangement of his signature second single “Sakura (Docusho),” drew attention when it was chosen as the theme song for the TV drama “My Fellow Coworker, Sakura.” Its message—believing that we will meet again someday, even as we face the reality of parting from friends—resonates ever more deeply as graduation approaches.

It’s an unfading ballad and a classic you’ll want to sing at karaoke in March, a month that marks a key milestone in life.

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Hoshino Takashi

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Naotaro Moriyama – Natsuno Owari

Naotaro Moriyama is a singer-songwriter whose powerful, message-driven lyrics move listeners, and he is the son of Ryoko Moriyama.

Did you know that his third single, “End of Summer,” which was used as the ending theme for the digest documentary program Netsu-to Koshien, is in fact an anti-war song? The song spans a wide vocal range, and the chorus features Moriyama’s trademark falsetto, so adjust the key to suit your voice when singing it at karaoke.

The tempo is quite relaxed, making it a number you can sing while checking the lyrics and pitch.

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Hoshino Takashi

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