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Cute idols from Kansai! Ranking of Naniwa Danshi’s popular songs

Naniwa Danshi is a seven-member male idol group from Kansai, formed in 2018, who made their CD debut in 2021 with the single “Ubu LOVE.” With their cute songs and distinctive personalities, they’re active not only in music but also across variety shows, TV dramas, and films.

This time, we’re introducing a ranking of their most popular songs.

It’s also recommended for those who haven’t listened to Naniwa Danshi yet, so be sure to check it out!

Cute idols from Kansai! Naniwa Danshi’s popular song ranking (51–60)

Merry Christmasnaniwa danshi51rank/position

Merry Christmas – Naniwa Danshi [Music Box ver.] CM “LAWSON Christmas Campaign” theme song
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The coupling track included on Naniwa Danshi’s 3rd single “Happy Surprise” is a song that celebrates the joy of Christmas.

From preparing for a Christmas party to spending special moments with someone important and exchanging gifts, the lyrics brim with a festive spirit.

Released in November 2022, the song was also featured in Lawson’s Christmas campaign.

Why not give it a listen as a tune that accompanies those cherished moments with loved ones during the season when the city is lit up with illuminations? If you listen to the music box arrangement, you’re sure to feel even more calm and warmly wrapped in its gentle mood!

YUUWAKU DANCEnaniwa danshi52rank/position

The track “YUUWAKU DANCE,” included on the 2025 album BON BON VOYAGE, showcases the group’s signature pop brightness while also broadening its expressive range with a hip-hop-style rap in the middle.

For fans, it’s well known as a staple number to dance along to at live shows.

Despite its catchy, upbeat feel, the song actually has a surprisingly narrow vocal range.

For a Naniwa Danshi song, it leans relatively low, so women will likely need to adjust the key.

Snowy Lovenaniwa danshi53rank/position

An idol group active across a wide range of fields—including dramas, films, and variety shows—Naniwa Danshi.

This song is included on the regular edition of their single “I Wish,” released in November 2023.

Set to a crystal-clear arrangement that evokes the sparkle of winter, it portrays feelings of love piling up like falling snow.

The frustration of being unable to put feelings into words because you care so much, and the pure desire to hold hands using the cold as an excuse but being unable to take that step—these tender emotions make for a bittersweet love song that will make listeners’ hearts flutter.

The straightforward wish to stay by someone’s side even as the seasons change makes this a quintessential winter song.

The members’ warm, heartfelt vocals gently nudge along a romance in the cold season.

Time View -The Road That Continues Endlessly-naniwa danshi54rank/position

This piece, with lyrics written by member Shunsuke Michieda, deeply engraves the group’s history and feelings.

It carefully portrays, in unadorned words, the anxieties and conflicts they felt on the journey from formation to debut, as well as the unshakable bond they share as Naniwa Danshi.

Although it’s a track included on the album “1st Love,” released in July 2022, performances like their tearful renditions on stage have made it beloved among fans as a masterpiece that carries weight beyond a typical album song.

This work will gently offer a warm message when you feel like stopping on your way toward a dream.

Please give it a listen when you’re thinking of your cherished friends or when you want to encourage yourself.

Timeless Lovenaniwa danshi55rank/position

Naniwa Danshi – Timeless Love [Recording Movie]
Timeless Lovenaniwa danshi

When it comes to idol groups that fully showcase sparkling cuteness, Naniwa Danshi is the one! Produced by Tadayoshi Okura of Kanjani Eight, they made their debut on November 12, 2021 with the single ‘Ubu Love (Shoshin LOVE).’ It debuted at No.

1 on the Oricon Weekly Singles Chart and sold over 700,000 copies in its first week.

On the other hand, their second single ‘The Answer’ is a complete change from their debut, trading in cuteness for a cool track with intense choreography.

We can’t wait to see even more sides of these seven members!

Cynthiananiwa danshi56rank/position

Naniwa Danshi – Cynthia [Recording Movie]
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Sincere by Naniwa Danshi is a song that expresses straightforward feelings for someone you truly love.

Included on their 2022 album 1st Love, the track was chosen as the theme song for the drama Rent-A-Girlfriend, starring group member Ryusei Onishi.

The lyrics—singing “I fell in love because it’s you,” “It has to be you”—are enough to make your heart flutter! If both people care for each other so earnestly, there’s nothing for anyone around them to worry about.

When this song plays, even during the intermission, the venue will be filled with the couple’s love!

Sugi-suginaniwa danshi57rank/position

Naniwa Danshi – SukiSugi [Naniwa Danshi 1st DOME LIVE ‘VoyAGE’]
Sugi-suginaniwa danshi

This commercial features members of Naniwa Danshi expressing Sugi Pharmacy’s gratitude for its 50th anniversary while also conveying its customer-friendly value.

It portrays the appeal of Sugi Pharmacy—great deals, the fun of shopping, even the tendency to buy a bit too much—in a bright, cheerful tone.

Further highlighting the lively, enjoyable atmosphere depicted on screen is Naniwa Danshi’s song “Suki Sugi.” With its gently bouncing rhythm, the track is memorable and clearly conveys a rising sense of excitement.

A miracle of 1,100 days until debut naturalnaniwa danshi58rank/position

Naniwa Danshi: The 1,100-Day Miracle to Debut – natural | Trailer | Amazon Prime Video
A miracle of 1,100 days until debut naturalnaniwa danshi

Formed in 2018, Naniwa Danshi is a unit made up of members from Kansai Johnny’s Jr., within the Johnny’s groups.

As of 2022, all three of their released singles debuted at No.

1 on the Oricon charts, and they’re an immensely popular group in high demand not only for their singing and dancing but also on variety shows.

The documentary Naniwa Danshi: The 1100-Day Miracle to Debut – natural, which follows the 1,100 days from their formation over three years, was released on Amazon Prime Video starting November 5, 2021, in eight episodes.

Longtime fans may feel deeply moved seeing the members’ youthful, fresh beginnings, while those who have only recently become fans will find it a refreshing new way to enjoy them.

As a side note, pay attention to the narration—provided by the one and only Aya Ueto.

springnaniwa danshi59rank/position

Naniwa Danshi is a seven-member group from Kansai who embody classic idol style and are active in dramas and variety shows.

This medium-tempo ballad they sing—expressing gratitude to a cherished person departing beneath a blue sky filled with dancing cherry blossoms, and a promise to meet again—is a perfect song for the arrival of spring.

Included on Limited Edition 1 of the single “Special Kiss,” released in March 2023, it captured fans’ hearts alongside the title track, which served as the theme song for a film starring Kyohei Takahashi.

Imbued with a message that is both wistful and warm, the song will gently embrace the anxieties of graduation and new beginnings.

Why not sing this number at karaoke with all your heart—a song that can transform the sadness of parting into a positive strength?