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Kazuyoshi Saito Popular Songs Ranking [2026]
Kazuyoshi Saito is a singer-songwriter highly regarded by fellow musicians for his powerful vocals and consistent live performances.
This time, we present a ranking of his most popular songs.
Since these are all well-known tracks, many of them may sound familiar to you.
Kazuyoshi Saito Popular Songs Ranking [2026] (1–10)
Ballad of a SingerSaitō Kazuyoshi1rank/position
Kazuyoshi Saito’s signature song, “Utautai no Ballad.” It’s a timeless love song with a singer-songwriter as its protagonist, distinguished by lyrics that convey “I love you” in plain, unadorned words and a wistful melody—an acclaimed classic covered by many artists.
The overall vocal range is A2–A4, and since the verse (A-melo) sits quite low, make sure to lift your eyebrows and facial muscles from the start and avoid singing from the throat.
From the following bridge (B-melo), the range gradually rises, so it’s recommended to build momentum and project your voice as you raise the tension.
I’ll walk home.Saitō Kazuyoshi2rank/position
This is the opening theme of Fuji TV’s “Ponkikkies,” which I was also watching at the time.
It’s a classic from 1994 that’s loved by both kids and adults, depicting everyday scenes with a lively tempo and a bright melody.
It’s also known as the song from Suntory’s “Zen” commercial, and it holds a kind of motivational anthem position, cheerfully portraying people commuting to work and school.
The overall vocal range is F3–A4, which is quite modest, and if you can use falsetto well, it should be easy for anyone to sing.
If you take a breath between each phrase, you should be able to make it to the end without running out of air.
It’s a refreshing song, so definitely try singing it at karaoke.
I want to be kinder.Saitō Kazuyoshi3rank/position
Kazuyoshi Saito’s classic hit “Yasashiku Naritai.” If you’re a man in your 30s, it’s safe to say you know this song.
People discovered it in various ways, but the most common might be through the drama “I’m Mita, Your Housekeeper,” which became a social phenomenon.
The song has a somewhat decadent rock vibe, but perhaps because the lyrics are full of hope, it doesn’t feel self-deprecating the way songs in this style sometimes can.
It’s especially popular with men, so try singing it at karaoke when you’re out with your guy friends!
Don’t cry, Glory Moon.Saitō Kazuyoshi4rank/position
Singer-songwriter Kazuyoshi Saito has been active for many years, and he continues to release new songs without changing his style.
His latest track is “Naku na Glory Moon.” Although it’s crafted as a refreshing rock piece, its vocal range is quite narrow and is largely centered in the mid-to-low register throughout.
If you slightly lower the pitch and aim for a fuller tone at the start of each section, you can emphasize the depth and richness of your voice.
Give it a try as a reference.
The Land of ‘Good Job’ (Otsukaresama)Saitō Kazuyoshi5rank/position
A song perfect for wrapping up the year has been born.
The melodies and lyrics woven by Kazuyoshi Saito are a warm cheer for everyone doing their best day by day.
The gratitude and care embedded in the words “otsukaresama” gently resonate in the heart.
Released in December 2008, this track became widely known as the theme for Takeda Pharmaceutical’s Alinamin commercial, capturing the hearts of many.
It’s a song that everyone leading busy lives should hear.
Sing it at karaoke on New Year’s Eve, and you’ll share a wonderful time—appreciating the hardships of the past year and embracing hope for the year to come.
I’ve always liked you.Saitō Kazuyoshi6rank/position
Kazuyoshi Saito’s “Zutto Suki Datta” was released in 2010 and is a song that portrays unforgettable feelings for a beloved person.
The wild, classic rock–inspired guitar sound is striking and highlights the lyrics’ worldview of reminiscing about the past while still trying to move forward.
The song is featured in a Sapporo Ichiban commercial starring Hiroiki Ariyoshi and Nicole Fujita, which shows people making ramen with their own recipes and cheerfully conveys the unchanging deliciousness that’s been loved since long ago.
I like your face.Saitō Kazuyoshi7rank/position
Kazuyoshi Saito, whose kindness overflows in his singing voice and instantly captures listeners’ hearts.
This song was released as a single in February 1994 and served as the lead single for the album “Suteki na Nioi no Sekai.” It was selected for FM802’s Japanese music heavy rotation and used as the opening theme for TV Tokyo’s late-night program “Mogura Negra,” helping to raise Saito’s profile.
The lyrics, which honestly express feelings for a loved one, resonate deeply with listeners.
In this work, he sings of a love so profound that the face of the one he loves appears behind his closed eyelids.
For those carrying the ache of unrequited love or burning feelings for a partner, it will surely be a song of empathy.
The Beatles I saw were inside the TV.Saitō Kazuyoshi8rank/position
It’s a message song that sings, with both irony and sincerity, about one’s feelings toward the era they live in—an honest, true-to-life piece.
“The Beatles I Saw Were on TV” is the debut single, released in 1993.
After appearing on the music audition program “Saturday My Family’s TV: Yuji Miyake’s Tenka Gomen ne!”, Saito won the right to make a major-label debut, and this was the track that came out of it.
The song carries a bittersweet mood, yet somehow leaves you feeling refreshingly clear at the end.
It’s a male-vocal number, but I think it’s easy for women to sing as well.
Go, you slacker!Saitō Kazuyoshi9rank/position
The classic song “Susume Namakemono” is presented through a striking live video capturing a young Kazuyoshi Saito.
His languid vocals and the band’s beat gently ease the stiffness from your shoulders, making it a refreshing track.
Songs that push you to work hard and strive are great, but this one’s loose message—let’s take it easy and keep going without forcing ourselves, even if we slack off a bit—brings tears to your eyes and leaves you feeling saved.
Wedding SongSaitō Kazuyoshi10rank/position
The TV commercials for the wedding magazine Zexy are among the most representative of the Heisei era, aren’t they? Among them, many people likely remember this particular commercial featuring Kana Kurashina, who served as the fourth “Zexy Girl.” The background music was Kazuyoshi Saito’s “Wedding Song,” which is also memorable to many.
The song was originally composed as a short piece specifically for the commercial, but due to the strong response after it aired, the rest was written and it was released as a CD—so the story goes.