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Kenji Niinuma Popular Songs Ranking [2026]

He is an enka singer from Ofunato City in Iwate Prefecture who debuted in 1976 with “Omoide Misaki.” His second single, “Yome ni Konaika,” became a huge hit, earning him the New Artist Award at the 18th Japan Record Awards and a spot on the NHK Kouhaku Uta Gassen.

His unpretentious personality and Tohoku dialect also drew attention on variety shows.

Here, we present a ranking of his most popular songs from among his many releases.

Kenji Niinuma Popular Songs Ranking [2026]

Plasterer KonetaroNiinuma Kenji8rank/position

Kenji Niinuma: Konetaro, the Plastering Craftsman
Plasterer KonetaroNiinuma Kenji

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Kenji Niinuma himself already has the aura of a craftsman, like a plasterer.

Plasterers are indispensable during construction, but there are, of course, many hardships on the road to becoming fully qualified.

It’s through the daily discipline of kneading and kneading, then applying and applying, that one can hone their skills as a craftsman.

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Sanriku ŌfunatoNiinuma Kenji9rank/position

“Sanriku • Ōfunato” Kenji Niinuma # Original popular song Lyrics: Shigetada Kuwata Music: Shosuke Ichikawa Image song of Ōfunato City, Iwate Prefecture Creative Group: Nobi
Sanriku ŌfunatoNiinuma Kenji

Located in the southern coastal area of Iwate Prefecture, the city of Ofunato is a scenic tourist destination.

In particular, the Goishi Coast as seen from Goishi Cape—mentioned in the lyrics—is a beautiful shoreline that has been selected for numerous “Top 100” lists, including the 100 Best Beaches in Japan and the 100 Soundscapes of Japan.

This work is cherished by local residents as the image song of Ofunato City, which boasts such a stunning coastline.

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