Eiichi Ohtaki Popular Song Rankings [2026]

UrarakaOhtaki Eiichi36rank/position

Eiichi Ohtaki - Ularaka

This rock-and-boogie-style song is the sixth track on the album “Eiichi Ohtaki,” released on November 25, 1972.

It’s upbeat with a catchy, instantly memorable chorus, and once you hear it, you’ll find yourself humming along right away.

Niagara MoonOhtaki Eiichi37rank/position

If Niagara Moon shines again, Live♪♪

A song sung with beauty, allure, and an undeniably adult mood.

Helped by an arrangement reminiscent of Cuban music, its atmospheric vibe is irresistible.

It’s the title track of the memorable masterpiece “NIAGARA MOON” and the song that opens the album.

pinky promiseOhtaki Eiichi38rank/position

Pinky Swear

This track features an intro with a flute and a dark, moody vibe, and Naoya Ohtaki’s relaxed falsetto delivers a cool, seasoned performance.

It’s a song that fits perfectly anywhere—whether in a club, a bar, or a café.

Because of the heatOhtaki Eiichi39rank/position

[official] “Because of the Heat” from ‘Eiichi Ohtaki NOVELTY SONG BOOK’ Released on 2023.03.21

In Pocari Sweat commercials, it’s become standard to see Yoh Yoshida and Rio Suzuki appear! In the CM aired in the summer of 2023, they introduced Pocari Sweat Ice Slurry, clearly conveying that since it’s frozen, it’s perfect for hot summer days!! The background music features Eiichi Ohtaki’s “Atsusa no Sei” (“Because of the Heat”).

With its gentle vocals and laid-back sound, it’s a track that creates a relaxing atmosphere.

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Town of WatercolorsOhtaki Eiichi40rank/position

Pilgrimage to Niagara in Fussa – BGM: Watercolor Town

In this song, which features a superb intro arrangement reminiscent of James Taylor, the bongos drive the central beat, while the resonant tone of a 12-string guitar beautifully floats above.

Eiichi Ohtaki’s singing is endlessly gentle, drawing listeners completely into its world.

Flying Mr. KanazuchiOhtaki Eiichi41rank/position

NIAGARA FALL STARS – Mr. Lead Feet Takes Flight

Included on the album “NIAGARA CALENDAR,” this is the song corresponding to July.

It’s sung in a style that clearly showcases Eiichi Ohtaki’s signature phrasing—just how many vocal approaches does he have? According to him, “When I sing, I first become unconscious; that functions as the switch into singer mode.”

A Happy EndingOhtaki Eiichi42rank/position

Happy ending

Eiichi Ohtaki, who was active mainly in the 1970s and 80s as a singer-songwriter and a songwriter for other artists, released this song in February 1997 as the theme for Fuji TV’s Monday 9 p.m.

drama “Love Generation.” It reached No.

2 on the Oricon charts and sold a total of 970,000 copies, making it his biggest hit single.

Including the B-side “Let’s Start with Happy End,” the title plays on the name of the band “Happy End,” which Ohtaki once belonged to.