Takahara Pistol Popular Song Ranking [2026]
Pistol Takehara, a musician and actor born in 1976.
His style—delivering powerful messages through lyrics and singing straight from the heart—has captivated many.
Before going solo, he was known for his work in the folk duo Yakozen.
Here, we present a ranked list of his popular songs.
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Takahara Pistol Popular Song Ranking [2026] (11–20)
RAINTakehara Pisutoru15rank/position

Takahara Pistol, whose soulful singing captivates many, is best known for his rain-themed song “RAIN.” It’s an acoustic, solo performance included on the album “BEST BOUT.” The lyrics liken life’s hardships and sorrows to rain.
They also depict someone who keeps moving forward without worrying about the rain, and who realizes it’s impossible to stay completely dry no matter what you do.
If you listen while reflecting on your own life, it’s sure to hit you right in the heart.
You’re a grown adult already.Takehara Pisutoru16rank/position

The album is titled Flowers of Reconstruction 2.
It’s our fourth full-length album.
Whether it makes you reminisce about being 35 or smirk wryly, if, when you turn 35, you become someone who can listen to this and be moved to tears, then you’ve truly become a mature adult.
Also, this is a cheer song, so please let it be a track that encourages a heart that’s grown a little weary.
Amazing GraceTakehara Pisutoru17rank/position

Contrary to his somewhat rugged image, Takahara Pistol moves people with his very delicate singing.
His Amazing Grace speaks directly to those who are fighting their reality right now, which is why I think it resonates so deeply with listeners’ hearts.
one nightTakehara Pisutoru18rank/position

Takihara Pistol’s song stirs a deep emotion.
I’m captivated by the words that paint the scene of a night spent at a bar.
Released in July 2024, it was also chosen as the theme song for TV Asahi’s drama special “Black Jack.” The lyrics, tinged with the regret of not realizing the truth, quietly seep into the heart.
It’s a work so characteristic of Takehara, carefully picking up the small feelings found in everyday life.
Listening to it might remind you of friends you haven’t seen lately.
It’s a perfect track for sleepless nights—or nights when you mustn’t fall asleep.
From Father to Daughter ~A Letter from a Saya Samurai~Takehara Pisutoru19rank/position

The theme song of the film “Saya Zamurai,” in which Pistol Takehara himself also appears.
As the title suggests, it’s a message from a father to his daughter.
Some listeners may find themselves in tears at this story of a strong bond in which the two have supported each other.
Takehara Pistol’s warm singing voice is also deeply moving.
TOKIOTakehara Pisutoru20rank/position
In a commercial featuring track and field star Usain Bolt that aired in 2016, the song used was “TOKIO,” a signature hit by Kenji Sawada released in 1980.
However, the vocalist isn’t Kenji Sawada—it’s singer-songwriter Pistol Takehara.
In contrast to Sawada’s voice, which exudes a suave masculine allure, Takehara’s intensely rugged, passionate vocals are his greatest appeal.
When the performing artist changes, the atmosphere of the song can sound quite different, can’t it?
Takahara Pistol Popular Song Rankings [2026] (21–30)
ROUTE to ROOTSTakehara Pisutoru21rank/position

“I don’t usually think about it deeply, but when I really do, it might be something very important”—this song turns that space between life and death, and the present moment, into music.
I don’t particularly dwell on my roots, but if someone were to tell me about them, I’d be interested.
Still, while we’re alive, it’s hard to form a real image of the afterlife.
It’s a curious set of lyrics, contrasting my grandfather in his coffin with myself in the womb.


