Ranking of Popular Folk Songs

That nostalgic melody, passed down through generations—the heart of our hometowns.

We’ve researched a wide range of folk songs from past to present, from East to West! In this article, we’ve selected popular tracks based on reliable feedback from music fans who’ve contributed to our site so far.

Among them, we’ll introduce the most acclaimed ones in a ranked format.

Please take a look.

We also researched children’s songs like nursery rhymes and lullabies, as well as work songs and songs for ceremonies and events.

In recent years, new ways of listening to folk music—championed by acts like Minyo Crusaders and Riyō Sanmyaku—have been attracting a fresh audience.