Okukhanako’s Popular Songs Ranking [2026]

I want to be loved.Oku Hanako29rank/position

I want to be loved.

A song that tenderly embraces the earnest wish to be loved.

Created by singer-songwriter Okuhanako, it appears on the album “vol.best,” released in April 2005 during her indie days.

The piece gives voice, over a quiet piano melody, to a piercing question: can we keep living by clinging to the memories of being loved, even when we feel hollowed out by loneliness? Her voice—praised as one that can move you to tears on sound alone—seems to gently scoop up feelings that words can’t express.

The song distills the power of her music, which speaks straight to the heart—this is the artist who once sold 488 CDs in a single day at a street performance.

On nights when you long to be loved deeply by someone, listening alone in silence may kindle a warm light in your heart.

wedge (kusabi)Oku Hanako30rank/position

Wedge -Kusabi- / Hanako Oku (Short ver.)

You can’t easily forget the happy days you spent with your lover, can you? “Kusabi (Wedge),” a song that gently stays close to the hearts of those who feel lonely, was released in 2015 by singer-songwriter Hanako Oku.

She has performed it since her indie days, and it has earned strong popularity among fans.

Its piano sound, resonant with majestic strings, is striking.

The poignant lyrics, which bring back memories of someone precious, are sure to bring tears.

It’s a dramatic piano ballad especially for those who feel, “I can’t help wanting to get in touch with that person…”

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mutō

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Color of TearsOku Hanako31rank/position

The Color of Tears ♪ Okukhanako

Okubukako, known for her translucent vocals and delicate sensibilities.

Featured on her April 2005 indie album “Okubukako vol.best,” this song vividly paints the memories of a lost love.

Carried by a gentle yet powerful piano melody, her crystal-clear voice resonates throughout.

The everyday moments we took for granted suddenly press upon the heart as cherished memories.

That universally familiar ache sinks deeply into the listener’s soul.

It’s a song for anyone who’s experienced heartbreak or parting—and for those moments when you want to look back on memories with someone special.

Smile, smile.Oku Hanako32rank/position

Smile, smile.

It was released in 2009 as Hanako Oku’s ninth single.

The song was used as the ending theme for TV Asahi’s “Chi Sanpo,” and it’s a track she has continued to sing since her indie days.

With its clear vocals and soothing melody, it’s a song that brings a smile to listeners’ faces.

Wedding DressOku Hanako33rank/position

It’s a gentle, piano-centered song! Hanako Oku’s vocals are very clear yet warm, conveying a happy atmosphere.

The whole track overflows with affection, and since it’s a very relaxed slow ballad, a calm, mature entrance rather than a flashy one would suit it well.

I think timing your entrance right as the intro ends and the lyrics begin would look beautiful.

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Hane Keisuke

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10 yearsOku Hanako34rank/position

[Hanako Oku] 10 Years (with lyrics, high quality audio)

A heartwarming song that portrays a bond deepening across time.

It carries a beautiful message that, even as we accept the passage of time and change, our memories and connections with those we cherish never fade.

Featured on the March 2014 album “Kimi to Boku no Michi,” this piece perfectly pairs Okuhanako’s delicate piano with her clear, airy vocals.

The lyrics, which sing of an unchanging friendship reunited after ten years, are sure to resonate with many.

It’s a recommended track for anyone meeting a dear person after a long time or wishing to indulge in nostalgic memories.

Happy daysOku Hanako35rank/position

Oku Hanako – Happy Day Oku Hanako

This song was included as a coupling track on Hanako Oku’s ninth single, “Waratte Waratte,” and was released in 2009.

It was used in Chiba Bank’s TV commercial “Let’s Draw the Future,” featuring a bright, uplifting pop sound that’s exciting and often performed toward the end of her live shows.

It’s a positive number packed with gratitude for being alive and the simple joys of everyday life.