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Okukhanako Karaoke Popular Song Ranking [2025]
What is often said to be Hanako Oku’s charm is her gentle yet fragile singing voice.
Her heartrending lyrics, paired with a voice that accentuates them, resonated with listeners and gained popularity.
Here, we present a ranking of some of Hanako Oku’s most popular songs.
Okuka Hanako Karaoke Popular Songs Ranking [2025] (1–10)
Unchanging ThingsHanako Oku1rank/position
Okuda Hanako’s classic song “Kawaranai Mono” (“The Unchanging”).
Released in 2006, it’s well known as an insert song for the film The Girl Who Leapt Through Time, and its orthodox J-pop ballad style has garnered support from many listeners.
The song’s vocal range spans mid2 A# to hi C#, which is a very comfortable and relatively narrow range for female singers.
While the final chorus features a solid development, there’s no key change, so you’re unlikely to struggle with vocal height.
In terms of range, pitch movement, and rhythm, it’s an easy song overall—definitely give it a try.
GarnetHanako Oku2rank/position
A signature song by Hanako Oku, chosen as the theme for the smash-hit animated film The Girl Who Leapt Through Time.
Its poignant lyrics and piano tones are captivating, evoking memories of days gone by as if they were right before your eyes.
Oku’s clear, transparent vocals gently permeate the heart.
Though we can no longer meet, the song expresses gratitude for a encounter that made the self stronger, offering not only solace from heartbreak but also the strength to move forward.
Released in July 2006, the song won the Best Theme Song (Film) at the Heisei Anime Song Awards.
For those who want to overcome a painful farewell and step into the future with beautiful memories, this song will gently nudge you forward.
wedgeHanako Oku3rank/position
A piano ballad by Hanako Oku that quietly embraces the inescapable pain of parting.
Cherished since her indie days and lovingly passed down in her performances, it’s a song that has been adored by fans for many years.
Two shadows lit by streetlights after the last train has gone, a final kiss shared even as they know they’ll never meet again.
Lyrics that portray such helpless scenes are sure to resonate deeply with anyone who has experienced heartbreak.
The song gained popularity through word of mouth and was finally released as a single in July 2015, marking the 10th anniversary of her debut.
It was later included on the album “Prism.” On nights when you’re sinking into sorrow with no way out, why not surrender yourself to this piece and let the tears flow?
petalHanako Oku4rank/position
A song written by singer-songwriter Hanako Oku for the film “Killing Me and the Other One Who Doesn’t Die.” Included on the best-of album “Hanako Oku ALL TIME BEST,” it lingers in your ears with its translucent vocals and striking piano phrases.
The lyrics, which portray unwavering love for a lover who has gone away and a feeling of gratitude for their presence, may give a gentle push to those trying to move forward after heartbreak.
With a beautiful melody and worldview that tie in with the film’s story, it’s a breakup song that nevertheless conveys a sense of strength.
BirthdayHanako Oku5rank/position
It’s a birthday song with an impressively clear, transparent singing voice.
The lyrics are wonderful too—“You’re a miracle; thank you for being born.” It’s a song I’d love for you to sing with heartfelt feelings for someone special! It would make great background music as well.
Christmas NightHanako Oku6rank/position
A recommended ballad song for those who broke up with their partner before Christmas or are nursing a broken heart: “Christmas Night.” It was released by Hanako Oku in 2018 as a digital-only single.
While the song traces the painful sadness of heartbreak, it ends with a wish for the happiness of the one you love.
Somehow, it gently soothes the heart.
I think it can help you start to move on, so if you have a female friend who’s hurting, sing it for her.
First loveHanako Oku7rank/position
A signature song by Hanako Oku, who is highly popular for singing many love songs.
This masterpiece expresses enduring feelings for someone who has changed, and many women have related to it as a heartbreak song.
It’s also frequently chosen at karaoke and is one of the more popular tracks there.