Kana Uemura Popular Songs Ranking [2026]

The Toilet GodUemura Kana1rank/position

Toilet God / Kana Uemura

A grand storytelling song that those who were doted on by their grandmothers can’t listen to without tears.

It’s a candid piece in which Kana Uemura lays bare a true story about her beloved grandmother, and every time you listen, you’re filled with gratitude for your family.

Released as a single in November 2010, it was also performed at that year’s NHK Kōhaku Uta Gassen.

Originally included on the mini-album “Watashi no Kakeratachi,” it was later cut as a single due to an overwhelming response on the radio.

The grandmother’s teaching—“Since a goddess is watching, let’s keep everything tidy every day”—comes to mind each time you clean and helps bring peace to your heart.

It’s a masterpiece you should listen to closely when the busyness of life makes you feel like you’re forgetting the people who matter most.

My Favorite SongsUemura Kana2rank/position

My Favorite Songs / Kana Uemura

This is singer-songwriter Kana Uemura’s 11th single.

The track was produced by Seiji Kameda.

As she herself has said, the song expresses her gratitude to her fans and her resolve for the future.

The lyrics are striking for how closely they depict how she has engaged with singing up to now and what she was thinking at those times.

It’s a song that makes you want to sing with emphasis about the January event in the song, which marks a turning point for her.

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I’m home.Uemura Kana3rank/position

I'm home. / Kana Uemura

It’s a song that makes you feel how much the artist cherishes their family.

I imagine many people can relate to this track, with its straightforward lyrics.

For those who live away from home, it’s a song you’ll want to listen to at New Year’s, when you finally get the chance to see your family again.

Your smile is a good hint.Uemura Kana4rank/position

Your smile is a good hint / Kana Uemura

A song by female singer-songwriter Kana Uemura, who shot to fame with “Toire no Kamisama” (The Toilet God).

The lyrics convey that even if you lose your way in everyday life, your smile will guide you to the exit.

Rather than focusing on something extraordinary, it sings about ordinary, day-to-day moments, making it easy to relate to.

With its bright melody, pop rhythm, and Uemura’s powerful vocals, it’s a track that gives you energy!

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HATSUMI

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Ordinary daysUemura Kana5rank/position

Ordinary days

This is a song included on singer-songwriter Kana Uemura’s 2015 album “The Best Songs.” Uemura is known for her hit “Toire no Kamisama” (“The God of the Toilet”) and had a child in 2015.

This track feels like it’s dedicated to that child—overflowing with love and gratitude.

It paints scenes of everyday family life: ordinary days that are, in fact, irreplaceably happy moments.

The warm lyrics say that it’s thanks to you—who were born—that we can feel such moments.

Be sure to listen to it on a first birthday.

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If I’m wrapped in kindnessUemura Kana6rank/position

If Wrapped in Kindness / Kana Uemura

A cover by singer-songwriter Kana Uemura, also known for her massive hit “Toire no Kamisama” (“The Toilet God”).

Centered on acoustic guitar arpeggios, this arrangement brings the original melody sharply to the fore.

Please enjoy this slow, powerful cover that offers a different atmosphere from the original’s lighthearted feel.

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Hoshino Takashi

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MomUemura Kana7rank/position

Mom

She once had a strained relationship with her mother, but now she feels grateful and wants to express it.

This song is perfect for a woman like that.

There’s so much between mothers and daughters, isn’t there? Because they’re the same gender, many women were treated more strictly and spent years feeling, “Why am I the only one being scolded this much?” But when you become a parent yourself, you realize, “My mom is my mom, but before that, she’s a human being.” For all the times we rebelled and caused trouble, we want to send this song with all the love we have.

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World’s best riceUemura Kana8rank/position

World's Best Rice / Kana Uemura

Sekai-ichi Gohan (The World’s Best Meal) is Kana Uemura’s 11th single, released in 2011.

Uemura became famous in 2010 with the massive hit Toilet no Kamisama (God of the Toilet).

This song was also used in a House Foods commercial, in which she herself appeared.

Listening to it while cooking makes you want to fill the table with dishes to delight your loved ones.

It carries the message that no matter how famous or high-end a restaurant may be, nothing tastes better than a mother’s home-cooked food—lifting the spirits of moms who are cooking.

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Light and ShadowUemura Kana9rank/position

Light and Shadow / Kana Uemura

Kana Uemura, whose gentle singing voice weaves heartwarming stories.

The theme song she created to herald the beginning of a certain adventure tale is a pop number with lyrics that truly resonate.

Its straightforward message—that people grow stronger each time they rise after stumbling, and that you can forge your own path—mirrors the story’s protagonists and is sure to move us.

Released in December 2006, the song was chosen as the opening theme for Tales of the World: Radiant Mythology.

The fact that it ranked eighth in Pia’s CD satisfaction chart the week it came out speaks to the high expectations of fans.

It’s a song that will surely give a push to those about to take on a challenge and the courage to take that first step.

Important personUemura Kana10rank/position

Precious Person / Kana Uemura

Kana Uemura, the singer-songwriter who drew attention with “Toire no Kamisama” (The God of the Toilet), debuted with the single “Taisetsu na Hito” in 2005.

The lyrics were written by Natsumi Watanabe, who has penned songs for many artists including BoA and Hiroko Moriguchi, and the composition was by Seiji Kameda, the bassist of Tokyo Jihen, who also produces and writes for numerous artists.

It’s a track that showcases a fresh and slightly cool side of Kana Uemura, different in style from “Toire no Kamisama.”

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SAKI

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