Kenji Ozawa Popular Songs Ranking [2026]

Who is knocking on the door?Ozawa Kenji15rank/position

Who is knocking on the door?

Kenji Ozawa’s eighth single, “Who’s Knockin’ on the Door?” released in 1995.

This song was also a big hit, so many people of that generation have likely heard it even if they weren’t particularly fans.

It’s a track that represents its era—nostalgic yet, for some reason, it doesn’t feel dated.

It evokes winter without feeling cold; even in the chilly season, just being with someone you like is enough to make your heart race.

It gives the sense that they’re not quite an official couple, which is intriguing, yet it’s filled with warmth and love.

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utatane

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Tonight is Boogie BackOzawa Kenji16rank/position

Kenji Ozawa featuring Scha Dara Parr – Tonight is Boogie Back (nice vocal)

Kenji Ozawa and Schadaraparr’s “Konya wa Boogie Back” is a track notable for its refreshing vocals layered with laid-back rap.

Including the sound and rhythm, it gives a strong impression of relaxed ease, conveying a sense of fun that comes from being at ease.

The song is used in a commercial promoting the opening of Ikebukuro P’PARCO, and the sight of Kenji Ozawa and Schadaraparr bursting out of a colorful room suggests the fun that awaits there.

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kappamaki

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Scene of angelsOzawa Kenji17rank/position

Angels' Scene / Kenji Ozawa

A number that runs for over 10 minutes—the longest in Kenji Ozawa’s catalog.

It’s included on the album Inu wa Hoeru ga Caravan wa Susumu, later retitled and re-released as dogs.

With Ozawa’s gentle vocals and a relaxed, steady tempo that reflects on everyday life, the song has a solid core about moving forward in life.

It’s recommended for those who want to soak in the atmosphere of Ozawa’s music and sing at an easy pace while immersing themselves in his world.

The mood gradually brightens as it goes, so enjoy singing while feeling that change, too!

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SAKI

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The River: That RiverOzawa Kenji18rank/position

That River - Ecology Of Everyday Life - Kenji Ozawa

It’s included on the 2006 album “Ecology Of Everyday Life 毎日の環境学.” Although there are no vocals on any of the tracks, each piece evokes vivid scenes on its own.

It’s a mysterious track with an electrical feel and a touch of jazz.

That’s a bit…Ozawa Kenji19rank/position

"That's a bit" Full by Kenji Ozawa

It was included as a B-side on the single “Tsuyoi Kimochi, Tsuyoi Ai,” released in 1995.

The lyrics and arrangement were by Kenji Ozawa, with composition by Kyohei Tsutsumi, created as a collaboration.

The horn arrangement was handled by Takayuki Hattori.

The song was also used as a TV drama theme and has a cute, charming feel.

Riding in a Corolla IIOzawa Kenji20rank/position

Toyota 'Corolla II'

It was released in 1995 as Kenji Ozawa’s sixth single.

The song had been on air even before its release as the theme for Toyota’s “Corolla II” commercial, and it became a big hit, reaching No.

2 on the Oricon chart—his first time achieving that position.

With its gentle melody, it’s also easy to sing at karaoke.

Blues of a blue compositionOzawa Kenji21rank/position

Kenji Ozawa “Blues of the Blue Composition”

It’s included as the first track on the 1996 release “Music Played by Spheres.” The beautiful piano is striking.

The song features characteristically beautiful lyrics by Kenji Ozawa and makes you want to visit Onomichi, which appears in the lyrics.

His sweet singing voice pairs well with jazz.