Akina Nakamori Popular Songs Ranking [2026]
Akina Nakamori, whose singing ability and innate charm more than make up for her low voice and narrow range, produced a string of hit songs and even won the Japan Record Award.
She continued to thrive afterward with major successes like best-selling cover albums, but she has since fallen ill and is currently on a break to rest.
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Akina Nakamori Popular Songs Ranking [2026] (21–30)
OH,NO OH,YESNakamori Akina22rank/position
This is a song written and composed by Mariya Takeuchi and provided to Akina Nakamori.
It was included on the 1986 album “CRIMSON,” and the following year Mariya Takeuchi released her own self-cover.
Instead of choosing a warm married life while living alone in the big city, the protagonist chooses a love that can never be permitted.
It portrays the poignant feelings of an office worker wandering the city at night.
“The person I fell in love with just happened to have a family” is a common story.
The frightening thing about love is that, even knowing the moment you step in you will hurt someone and be hurt yourself, you still can’t stop.
TATTOONakamori Akina23rank/position
A dance tune emblematic of the ’80s, this was Akina Nakamori’s single released in May 1988.
Packed with the allure of bubble-era dance music, its sound fully embraces Eurobeat elements.
Known for its choreographed routine, the song made a powerful impact with Nakamori’s groundbreaking performance in a mini-skirt outfit.
It left a vivid impression on fans of the time and became widely familiar as the theme for Orient Watch commercials.
It topped the Oricon Weekly Singles Chart and achieved a brilliant 9th place in the year-end rankings.
It’s a must-listen not only for those who remember the golden age of dance music, but also for music fans awakening to disco sounds.
EVE to the TERMINALNakamori Akina24rank/position
One of the tracks included in Akina Nakamori’s four-disc CD box set “AKINA,” which features a carefully selected collection from a vast body of work.
The song “TERMINAL made no EVE” originally appeared on a concept album produced by Shizuka Ijūin, and once you know that, it sounds like a scene lifted from a larger story.
Its slightly heartrending lyrics are also noteworthy: “an unstable Christmas that foreshadows a breakup, yet the woman still can’t let go…” When sung by Nakamori, the poignancy is all the more profound.
It may not be widely known outside of her fan base, but it’s a Christmas masterpiece.
Your portraitNakamori Akina25rank/position
A passionate song that expresses the ache of unrequited love.
Gentle guitar tones intertwine with crystalline vocals, drawing listeners into the world of the track.
A universal love story unfolds within its distinctive atmosphere, pulling you in from the fateful first encounter to the growing swell of emotion.
A hidden gem by Akina Nakamori included on the debut album “Prologue
Shining with the brilliance of her debut era, this piece captivated many fans.
Carrying a tender, budding love, her voice straightforwardly conveys a dreamy maiden’s heart, and is sure to resonate with anyone who has ever been in love.
Close your eyes for a little excursionNakamori Akina26rank/position
A mellow love song, “Close Your Eyes for a Little Excursion,” is also recommended.
It’s a track included on their third album, Fantasy (Fantasia).
The lyrics are notably rich in metaphor, depicting a woman looking back on her past memories.
Try singing it while letting your imagination wander about what kind of feelings are being expressed.
Overall, it has a relaxed vibe with few high notes or intense sections, so I think it’s easy to sing.
Dear FriendNakamori Akina27rank/position
I think the life of the female idol Akina Nakamori, with all its twists and turns, could truly be made into a movie or drama.
Despite her overwhelming vocal talent and string of hit singles, she somehow always seemed unhappy, and her life continued to be tumultuous.
That’s why this song makes me feel nostalgic.
I MISSED THE SHOCKNakamori Akina28rank/position
This is one of my personal all-time favorite songs.
I usually prefer medium or slow tempos over up-tempo tracks, but this song is in a league of its own—it’s bursting with taste and flair.
The sharp movements, the melody that feels like it’s riding the wind, and the vocals are irresistible.
If you watch it together with the visuals, I think its brilliance comes across even more clearly.