Japanese R&B Popularity Rankings [2026]

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iri – hug (Music Video)

Singer-songwriter iri, hailing from Kanagawa Prefecture.

After winning the grand prize at an audition in 2014, she has earned high acclaim for seamlessly singing over beats that reflect HIP HOP/R&B sensibilities and uplifting dance tracks.

“hug” is a piano ballad released digitally in January 2024, written as the campaign song for JR SKISKI.

Its lyrics—juxtaposing lost days, fragile bonds, and a heart that keeps waiting across time with a yearning for a world of falling white and the changing seasons—showcase iri’s luminous poetic expression.

It’s a warm, gently companionable track that’s perfect for the winter season.

Bluemin’ DaysYogee New Waves97rank/position

Yogee New Waves / Bluemin’ Days  (Official MV)

Yogee New Waves was formed in 2013 by Kengo Kakudate and Naoki Yazawa, who had both been active in a funk band.

Their track “Bluemin’ Days,” included on the EP SPRING CAVE e.p.

released in 2018, delivers a light, refreshing sound that can be described as modern city pop.

The rhythmic forward momentum combined with the layered guitar cutting makes it incredibly danceable.

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Hamada Takuya

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Baby I love you soShimizu Shota98rank/position

Shota Shimizu “Baby I love you so” MV

Shota Shimizu is a singer-songwriter widely supported for his sweet love songs.

This is his first new track in a year, released in September 2022.

“Baby I love you so” is a number that highlights the neo-soul flavor at the core of his roots.

Even so, the warm atmosphere and melodiousness characteristic of Shimizu remain intact.

Its straightforward, uplifting message is wonderful, and it’ll brighten your mood both as a love song and as a song of encouragement.

The ad-libs in the latter half are soulful and cool, too!

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KEI

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Ikebukuro SunshineWHITE JAM99rank/position

Ikebukuro Sunshine

This is a July 2025 release from WHITE JAM, a mixed-gender vocal unit known for their realistic, heartrending lyrics that resonate with many.

Set in the iconic urban locale of Ikebukuro Sunshine, it paints the protagonist’s delicate, wavering emotions amid the flow of passersby, carried by their signature R&B sound.

Even as they resolve to part with their lover, they still wait for them…

The painful scene comes into focus, and it really tightens your chest.

It especially hits on nights when you want to sink into sentimentality or when you feel like revisiting past loves.

Mr. Wondertakamatt100rank/position

[Hatsune Miku Append] Mr. Wonder [Original Song] with Chinese Subtitles

“Mr.

Wonder,” sung by Hatsune Miku, is a song characterized by its demure, girlish lyrics and gentle sound.

It’s included on the album “Miracle Child” and is also available for karaoke.

Please listen at a relaxed pace.