An idol duo formed by Hideaki Takizawa and Tsubasa Imai, who were hugely popular as Johnny’s Jr.
in the late 1990s.
They released numerous classic, orthodox idol pop songs.
Due to Tsubasa Imai’s health issues, they suspended activities indefinitely starting in September 2017.
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Tackey & Tsubasa Popular Songs Ranking [2026] (1–10)
VenusTakkī & Tsubasa1rank/position

It’s a signature song by Tackey & Tsubasa, notable for lyrics that liken a beloved person to a goddess of beauty and passionately woo her.
The catchy rhythm that makes you want to move and the dazzling sound give it the quintessential J-pop dance tune vibe.
Released in January 2006 as their sixth single, the track was also used in a commercial for a mobile music download site and became the group’s best-selling release.
You can feel their dedication as performers in the fact that Tsubasa Imai created the choreography himself so that fans could dance along.
Pipe dreamTakkī & Tsubasa2rank/position

A blockbuster hit that topped the Oricon Singles Chart in 2003.
This track is characterized by a fusion of high-energy pop and rock, showcasing the full appeal of Tackey & Tsubasa.
The lyrics, imbued with a passionate message, likely resonated with many fans.
The song remains highly popular as a classic that became a key milestone in Tackey & Tsubasa’s musical career.
It’s a defining number of the 2000s—one you’ll want to listen to alongside memories of your youth.
Voyage to the FutureTakkī & Tsubasa3rank/position

A captivating song by Tackey & Tsubasa where wistfulness and hope intertwine.
With its shining harmonies that resonate in the heart, this track was released in May 2005 and was chosen as an ending theme for the anime One Piece.
Its forward-looking spirit is sure to give courage to anyone facing a challenge.
It might gently push someone’s back as they take a new step.
Looking toward the future, this song celebrates an exciting new start and guides listeners in a positive direction.
Why not add it to your playlist to mark the beginning of a new season?
Ho! SummerTakkī & Tsubasa4rank/position

The idol duo Tackey & Tsubasa, who gained popularity for their outstanding looks.
Their catchy musical style and overwhelming visual appeal are still talked about as legendary even after their breakup.
Among their songs, one I especially recommend is Ho! Summer.
It’s built around a guitar riff that evokes Yosui Inoue’s Yume no Naka e and a vocal line reminiscent of ZIGGY’s GLORIA, giving the whole track a bright, summery vibe that makes you feel the blue skies of summer.
Pendulum LoveTakkī & Tsubasa5rank/position

It’s a slightly more mature, sophisticated live performance.
The songs are captivating enough to win over even middle schoolers, and the sweet voice is so heartrending that you end up listening every day.
Thinking I might not be able to see it live anymore makes me realize it’s a classic now.
I want to hear more.
Graduation — Farewells Are for TomorrowTakkī & Tsubasa6rank/position

The song expresses the sorrow of two people who once walked together becoming separated, and yet still thinking of each other.
Graduating and parting from the friends with whom you have studied and journeyed until now is sad, but it doesn’t change the fact that you are still comrades and friends.
Even when you are apart, someone important remains precious, and thinking of that person gives you the strength to keep going—such is the message of this track.
It was also used as an insert song in episode 124 of the TV anime Inuyasha, “Farewell, My Beloved Kikyo.”
SAMURAITakkī & Tsubasa7rank/position

This soul-stirring track by Tackey & Tsubasa is a powerful rock tune that seems to embody Japan’s “samurai spirit.” The passion of chasing dreams, the unbreakable bonds of comrades, and an indomitable will that never gives up all resonate through its fast-paced sound.
Released in August 2007, the song served as the image theme for Nippon TV’s “PRIDE & SPIRIT Nippon Professional Baseball 2007,” adding color to many moving games.
It’s also known as a timeless stadium anthem that whipped high school baseball’s Alps stands into a frenzy.
Brimming with fiery energy, this classic pushes forward not only the ballplayers aiming for Koshien but everyone who’s wholeheartedly devoted to something.
Crazy RainbowTakkī & Tsubasa8rank/position

It feels like the acceleration is painting a vivid rainbow! The duo Tackey & Tsubasa, formed by Hideaki Takizawa and Tsubasa Imai, released this song as their eighth single in 2007.
It was the opening theme for the beloved anime One Piece.
With a powerful message that makes you feel like you can break through even the reality before your eyes, and an up-tempo sound that signals the start of an adventure, it’s absolutely thrilling! The song reached No.
1 on the Oricon Weekly Chart, and in episode 303 of the anime, the two even make a humorous cameo within the story.
It’s the perfect number for taking a new step with your friends or when you want to lift your spirits.
One Day, One DreamTakkī & Tsubasa9rank/position

This is a song by Tackey & Tsubasa that was used as the fifth opening theme for Inuyasha.
It begins with a dreamlike melody and then shifts into a bright, uplifting arrangement—an especially striking structure.
Performed by a male idol duo who debuted in 2002, it’s a pop tune brimming with a sense of speed.
With lyrics and a sound that perfectly match the anime’s world, it heightens the unfolding story.
It’s a refreshing fight song dedicated to those striving toward their dreams and goals, or those mustering the will to make one more push.
Listening to this track is sure to fill you with courage.
REAL DXTakkī & Tsubasa10rank/position

The song “REAL DX,” included on the albums Takitsuba Best and TEN, is a number that Takki & Tsubasa have been performing since their Jr.
days.
Many Johnny’s groups and Juniors—such as KAT-TUN, Kis-My-Ft2, and A.B.C-Z—have danced as backup for it.
The 10th-anniversary album TEN also includes a music video in which Johnny’s Jr.
newly take on the role of backup dancers.


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