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Sakanaction Popular Song Rankings [2026]
This is a ranking of popular songs by Sakanaction, a leading Japanese rock band with a new style that blends techno and new wave.
If you’re listening to Sakanaction for the first time, I hope you’ll find this helpful.
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Sakanaction Popular Song Ranking [2026] (1–10)
New Treasure IslandSakanakushon1rank/position
An exhilarating track from the rock band Sakanaction, led by Ichiro Yamaguchi—often hailed as a “sound shapeshifter.” From the intro, where retro synthesizers ring out, it instantly grabs the listener’s heart and won’t let go.
The lyrics carry a determination to carefully carve a path toward an as-yet-unseen destination, and that positive stance gives you courage.
Released as a single in September 2015, the song was created as the theme for the film “Bakuman.” Its music video, modeled after a Showa-era TV music program, also became a hot topic, and the track continues to be cherished as one of the band’s signature works.
Sway your body to the brisk rhythm and your daily stress will fly away, leaving you with a pleasant sweat.
It’s perfect for a change of pace or as a companion for a walk.
I can’t forget it.Sakanakushon2rank/position
This work is characterized by a sound that strongly reflects 80s pop and culture, evoking a sense of nostalgia.
The music video thoroughly recreates the atmosphere of that era, which became a hot topic, resulting in a piece that’s visually engaging as well.
It’s included on Sakanaction’s album “834.194,” released in June 2019, and was also featured in SoftBank’s TV commercial “Speed Limit Man.” Ichiro Yamaguchi appears in the commercial, and his presence drew considerable attention.
The lyrics convey the bittersweetness of moving to Tokyo and paint scenes of urban nights, leaving a deep impression on listeners.
It’s perfect for slightly sentimental evenings or as a companion on a drive.
Experience the pleasant groove where modernity and retro sensibilities blend.
kaiju (giant monster)Sakanakushon3rank/position
As their first new song in about three years since Sakanaction’s previous release “Shock!”, this track became a huge topic in 2025.
The overall vocal range sits mainly in the mid register, from F#3 to B4.
Falsetto appears in the latter half, but if you can stay in chest voice, delivering it with raw emotion will likely look and sound cool.
Since vocalist Yamaguchi isn’t the type to belt, keeping the resonance in the head should get you close to his tone.
As a singing guitarist, a lighter, more effortless approach may also make it easier to perform.
In any case, sing as if you’re shouting out into the distance!
Dancer in the NightSakanakushon4rank/position
It’s a track with a lively rhythm and a distinctive atmosphere that leaves a strong impression.
It likens thoughts swirling at night to a dancer, depicting the struggles and growth of people chasing their dreams.
The chorus phrase, “If I’m crying now, I want the me in a few minutes to be laughing,” really sticks with you.
Released in August 2012 as Sakanaction’s seventh single, it was used as the commercial song for Mode Gakuen.
It’s also included on the album “sakanaction,” released in March 2013.
This song encourages those who, while pursuing their dreams, experience setbacks yet try to keep moving forward.
It also works as dance music, making it perfect for when you want a change of pace.
Maybe the wind.Sakanakushon5rank/position
One of Sakanaction’s signature songs, “Tabun, Kaze,” continues to capture the hearts of many even now, long after its release.
Issued in 2016, the single gained attention when it was featured in Shiseido’s ANESSA commercial.
Its up-tempo rhythm naturally gets your body moving, and the refreshing melody that evokes the feeling of wind helps set your mind free.
For those immersed in studying for exams, this is the power of Sakanaction’s music: delivering fresh courage and motivation.
Why not listen to this song during a relaxing moment before you start studying?
MusicSakanakushon6rank/position
The single that drew attention in January 2013 as the theme song for the drama “dinner” is a rare work in which Ichiro Yamaguchi’s introspection—why do we make music?—resonates with the professionalism of artisans depicted in the show.
It’s striking for its one-coin 500-yen single concept, whispery vocals recorded in a home apartment, and an evolved form of dance rock where techno and band sounds intertwine.
By stripping away explanation in the lyrics and centering words that surfaced unconsciously, it creates space for interpretation, letting a club-like groove coexist with an introspective message.
Also included on the album “sakanaction” and performed at the year-end NHK Kōhaku Uta Gassen, this track is one to hear when you feel lost in your daily engagement with music.
Moon BowlSakanakushon7rank/position
A concept album titled “Adapt,” centered on the theme of adjusting to the difficult era of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Among its tracks, this piece resonates deeply with its poetic depiction of a world emerging from a long darkness, likened to a bowl into which moonlight pours.
Included on the album released in March 2022, it’s also well known as the song used in Toyota’s Yaris Cross commercial.
Its uplifting sound—fusing rock and electronica—pairs with Sakanction’s characteristically literary lyrics to create a mood that suits nighttime drives or quiet moments alone.
It carries a powerful force that seems to transform contemporary sorrow into positive energy, gently giving you a push forward when you want to face ahead.