Yuiko Ohara is a singer-songwriter who began her music career in 2012.
With a clear, gentle voice that soothes listeners’ hearts as her hallmark, she has created many songs.
She has especially performed numerous anime theme songs and insert songs, so if you’re an anime fan, you’ve likely heard her voice before.
In this article, we’ll introduce Yuiko Ohara’s tracks in a ranking format.
Take a look at which songs made the list, and if any catch your interest, be sure to give them a careful listen.
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Yuiko Ohara Popular Songs Ranking [2026] (1–10)
Magic of SmilesŌhara Yuiko1rank/position

This is a single released in April 2019 as the opening theme for the anime Hanakappa, which depicts a family of kappa with flowers blooming on their heads.
Written and composed by singer-songwriter Yuiko Ohara, the song features a buoyant, swing jazz-like rhythm that feels wonderfully light.
Its cheerful sound makes your body start moving just by listening, and it’s a perfect fit as background music for a game of musical chairs—sure to liven up the atmosphere even more! The lyrics center on smiles, and you can easily picture children happily playing.
In the music video, Yuiko Ohara dances with kindergarteners at a preschool, and it’s fun to copy the choreography and dance along.
If everyone walks in a circle together, it’s bound to become a lovely time filled with natural smiles.
I want to be SantaŌhara Yuiko2rank/position

A wistful love song by Yuiko Ohara, known by the catchphrase “the singer-songwriter of the anison world.” For anyone nursing a crush, Christmas is a season when those helpless feelings only intensify—especially when the person you love is looking at someone else.
Even so, your feelings don’t change.
The lyrics, which express that earnest, unwavering devotion, really strike a chord.
Why not try singing it with friends, at karaoke, or even in front of the person who hasn’t realized how you feel yet? Who knows—there might be a present from Santa in store!
Prayer SongŌhara Yuiko3rank/position

Released in December 2021, this work was used as the opening theme for the anime Mushoku Tensei: Jobless Reincarnation and warmed the hearts of many.
Centered on the themes of gratitude to the earth and prayer, it delivers a message of hope to those who are lost.
Embracing even suffering and hatred as not in vain, it sings of solidarity with all living things.
A heartwarming song that we hope everyone who yearns for peace will listen to.
straightŌhara Yuiko4rank/position

Singer-songwriter Yuiko Ohara, who has been involved with music since childhood and works with the motto of creating songs that stay close to someone’s heart.
“Massugu,” chosen as the opening theme for the TV anime Teasing Master Takagi-san 3, features a light, breezy ensemble highlighted by delicate piano tones that feels so pleasant.
The straightforward message woven with her cute vocals carries a fresh quality that may remind you of your youthful days.
It’s a spring-tinged number that hints at the story about to unfold.
zero centimetersŌhara Yuiko5rank/position

This is a cute anime song with a sparkling sound.
It’s the opening theme for the anime Teasing Master Takagi-san 2, sung by Yuiko Ohara, a singer-songwriter from Chiba Prefecture.
It was released in 2019 as her eighth single.
The lyrics capture a sweet, bittersweet crush, expressing “I hope you realize someday that I like you,” which is sure to make your heart flutter.
Since there are no belted phrases, it’s especially recommended for those who aren’t confident in their vocal power.
I won’t say it, though.Ōhara Yuiko6rank/position

Yuiko Ohara’s “Iwanai Kedo ne” paints a delicate portrait of a tsundere girl’s budding feelings.
Released in 2018, the song was used as the opening theme for the anime Teasing Master Takagi-san.
It vividly depicts a girl who seems tsun—people around them think they’re dating, she wishes she could see a different side of him, and although she secretly likes him so much it hurts, she can’t bring herself to honestly say it.
With graduation and class reshuffles approaching, many people may find it hard to be as straightforward as this girl.
Why not listen to the song, sort out your feelings, and take the opportunity to share them this spring, a season of new beginnings?
The Summer of BeginningsŌhara Yuiko7rank/position

The theme song for the feature film Teasing Master Takagi-san is Yuiko Ohara’s Hajimari no Natsu (The Beginning of Summer).
It’s a fresh yet wistful track that perfectly matches the manga’s story about middle school romance.
The song is included on her 2022 mini-album Island Memories and marks her fifth work related to the series, following her contributions of theme and insert songs for the TV run.
With its charming blend of acoustic guitar tones and an innocent vocal performance, it’s a song you’ll want to hear when you go see the movie with your boyfriend or girlfriend.


