Takamako Okamura’s Most Popular Songs Ranking [2025]

NO RAIN, NO RAINBOWTakako Okamura8rank/position

Takako Okamura “NO RAIN, NO RAINBOW” (Music Video)

Takako Okamura, known as the vocalist of the music duo Amin, famous for songs like “Matsuwa.” This is the title track from her 2013 release NO RAIN, NO RAINBOW.

The title comes from a Hawaiian proverb meaning “Without rain, there is no rainbow.” Its hymn-like, beautiful sound elevates her voice even more.

Surrender your heart to the grand, all-embracing lyrics.

They’ll ease anxieties about love and relieve stress toward your partner.

Don't give up on your dreamsTakako Okamura9rank/position

Takako Okamura “Don’t Give Up on Your Dreams” OFFICIAL MUSIC VIDEO

Takako Okamura’s “Yume wo Akiramenaide” (“Don’t Give Up on Your Dreams”) was released in 1987 and is one of her signature solo songs; she is also known as a member of Aming.

Written and composed by Okamura herself, it’s a breakup song that nonetheless conveys a powerful sense of encouragement to move forward.

It has become a staple as a motivational anthem and has been covered by various artists, which speaks to its popularity.

The song is used in a Tohoku Electric Power commercial, where its pairing with the visuals further highlights the determination to keep moving ahead.

TrainTakako Okamura10rank/position

Takako Okamura “Train” (Official Full ver.)

A song released in 1987.

It was originally one of the tracks on an album and the B-side of a single, but after being remixed, it followed an unusual path to be reissued as Takako Okamura’s seventh single.

Set to a gentle melody, it vividly tells the story of a career woman who has given up on love to devote herself to work, conveying a poignant sense of sadness.

Important personTakako Okamura11rank/position

Takako Okamura “Precious Person” (Music Video)

A track from the 2013 album “NO RAIN, NO RAINBOW.” It’s filled with a sense of happiness, conveying a purely warm feeling—as if the negative tension of their early days, which consistently rejected “happiness,” had been a lie.

It’s a song that expresses irreplaceable feelings for a beloved person by one’s side.

Without a doubt, it’s a song that will be loved by a wide audience.

In the scent of the tideTakako Okamura12rank/position

In the scent of the tide

A song that expresses the feelings of a woman who regrets not being able to honestly confess her feelings to the person she liked.

It’s a song that captures a page of youth—an experience almost everyone has had at least once.

This track was originally released during the Amin era.

With its fragile piano melody and Takako Okamura’s clear, translucent vocals that resonate in the heart, it’s a beautiful ballad and a timeless classic you’ll want to listen to over and over again.

long time (tabi)Takako Okamura13rank/position

Takako Okamura Long Time Copy

I think Takako Okamura is truly a genius for being able to capture ordinary everyday life like this and put it into words.

She must be a very sensitive person, too.

Making dreams come true and staying true to yourself aren’t easy at all.

It really is a long journey.

clownTakako Okamura14rank/position

Takako Okamura 'Pierrot' (Official Full ver.)

A song included on Takako Okamura’s solo debut album “Yume no Ki,” it portrays a slightly pitiful and heartrending woman who just can’t get the person she likes to notice her.

The choice to set sad lyrics to an upbeat, bright melody is exactly like a “pierrot” hiding sorrow beneath a cheerful face.

Thanks to its catchy drive, it’s a very popular number and a staple at her live shows.