Hitomi Shimatani’s Most Popular Songs Ranking [2026]

KanadeShimatani Hitomi15rank/position

Hitomi Shimatani / “Kanade” [Studio Live Movie]

The cover song “Kanade,” with its striking cello tone in the background.

Hitomi Shimatani sings it gently, and at times passionately.

When the strings come in behind her, the mood shifts again.

It’s a lovely arrangement perfect for winter listening.

The classical vibe feels just right.

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Mayumi

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Let’s go to the market.Shimatani Hitomi16rank/position

Hitomi Shimatani / “Let’s Go to the Market” [OFFICIAL MV FULL SIZE]

This is a hidden gem of an uplifting song by Hitomi Shimatani, known for its powerful pop vocals.

Although the track itself didn’t become a major hit, its melodic line is outstanding, and the Latin-style rhythm lifts the energy.

It’s a song noted for both its ability to raise the mood and the depth of its worldbuilding.

To the Sun in the Palm of Your HandShimatani Hitomi17rank/position

Hitomi Shimatani - To the Sun in the Palm of My Hand

Tenohira wo Taiyou ni, a famous children’s song written by Takashi Yanase, the creator of Anpanman.

The version used on the program in July and August 2004 was covered by Hitomi Shimatani.

It was included as a limited bonus track on the first-press edition of Shimatani’s 2004 album “Tsuioku + LOVE LETTER.” The arrangement is a cool, dance-tune style that differs from the original.

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SAKI

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The midday moonShimatani Hitomi18rank/position

Hitomi Shimatani / “Midday Moon” [OFFICIAL MV FULL SIZE]

This is Hitomi Shimatani’s 20th single.

Surprisingly, this was her first time releasing a ballad as a single.

When you think of the moon, you usually picture it shining at night, but this song takes the daytime moon as its motif.

With piano in the background, Shimatani delivers a tender performance that showcases her fragile yet rich voice—an ideal track to listen to while gazing at the moon.

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sasashina

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PrayerShimatani Hitomi19rank/position

[Kagamine Len-kun] Prayer [A.C.E. ED Cover]

It’s a single by Hitomi Shimatani released in January 2005, which reached number 8 on the Oricon weekly chart.

It was used as the ending theme for the PlayStation 2 game Another Century’s Episode ~A.C.E.~ and conveys a solemn atmosphere.

Recollection + LOVE LETTERShimatani Hitomi20rank/position

Hitomi Shimatani / Reminiscence + LOVE LETTER [OFFICIAL MV FULL SIZE]

It’s the title track included on Hitomi Shimatani’s fourth original album, “Tsuioku + LOVE LETTER,” released in 2004.

The music video features directing elements that link with the PV for “ANGELUS -Angelus-.” It was used as the campaign song for KDDI’s “PLAY MUSIC! PLAY au!” and the mobile phone featured in the PV was au’s W11K.

On rainy days, walk in the rain; on windy days, walk in the wind.Shimatani Hitomi21rank/position

Hitomi Shimatani / “On rainy days, through the rain; on windy days, through the wind” [OFFICIAL MV FULL SIZE]

Do you know the song “On rainy days, through the rain; on windy days, through the wind”? It’s a wonderful title, isn’t it? The singer is Hitomi Shimatani.

It’s by no means a flashy song, but it’s a gentle piece that makes you quietly feel how good it is.

It’s also relatively easy to sing.