[Simeji Ranking] Thank you, Arashi. Just before the last live concert, what are the “Arashi songs that remain in life” chosen by over 3,000 fans on Simeji?

“Simeji,” a customizable emoji keyboard app provided by Baidu Inc. (Headquarters: Minato-ku, Tokyo; President: Feng Jiang), announces the results of the “Simeji Ranking,” based on data from a survey conducted within the app.

The theme this time is: “The ‘Arashi’ Everything Ranking” chosen by 3,561 Simeji users.

The national idol group “Arashi.” Since their debut in 1999, they have delivered smiles and energy to all of Japan through countless hit songs, dramas, and variety shows. Ahead of their last live concert, we conducted a survey on topics including “favorite Arashi songs,” “the one song that defines Arashi,” “songs to listen to last,” “favorite dramas they appeared in,” and “what sparked your interest in Arashi.” This time, we analyzed responses not only from Generation Z, but also from Generation Alpha, as well as those in their 30s, 40s, and 50s and above, to introduce the “memories of Arashi” for each generation. (In this article, those under 16 are classified as “Generation Alpha,” and those aged 16–29 as “Generation Z.”)

■ Arashi songs loved most by generation
Survey period: 2026/05/28–2026/05/29. Valid responses: 3,561 male and female Simeji users.

[Generation Alpha] No. 1: Kite (Kaito)
Released in 2020, “Kaito” ranked first for Generation Alpha. It is a song familiar to a wide range of generations as the NHK 2020 song and is also known as the last single released by Arashi before their hiatus. Comments linked to school life memories were common, such as “We sang it at our graduation ceremony,” “It was the song for my brother’s final sports day dance,” and “It played at a farewell party for a friend who moved away.” Also, responses like “I learned it on Minna no Uta” and “I became a fan through the Olympics” were seen, suggesting the song is remembered as a part of daily life, not just an “idol song.”

[Generation Z] No. 1: Happiness
Released in 2007, “Happiness” ranked first for Generation Z. It is one of Arashi’s representative cheer songs with positive lyrics and a bright melody. It is also known as the theme song for the drama “Yamada Taro Monogatari,” starring members Kazunari Ninomiya and Sho Sakurai. Many comments linked the song to school life or youth were shared, such as “It played at our sports festivals and marathons,” “We danced to it at sports day,” and “I listened to it often during high school entrance exams.” Some also said, “It played every year at my elementary school marathon race” and “It gets me hyped,” suggesting it supported many during times they needed to work hard.

[30s] No. 1: truth
Released in 2008, “truth” ranked first for those in their 30s. Known as the theme song for the drama “Maou,” starring Satoshi Ohno, it is a popular song with a unique, dark worldview among Arashi’s music. Many comments linked it to the drama and its worldview, such as “It was the song that made me a fan of Arashi,” “Because it’s the theme song of Maou,” and “The MV is cool.” Furthermore, die-hard fan comments like “The contrast from ‘One Love’ to ‘truth’ was shocking” were seen, suggesting it made a strong impression as a new challenge for Arashi at the time.

[40s] No. 1: One Love
Released in 2008, “One Love” ranked first for those in their 40s. It was a massive hit as the theme song for the movie “Hana Yori Dango Final,” starring Jun Matsumoto, and continues to be loved long-term as Arashi’s representative love song. Along with comments like “It’s the theme song of Hana Yori Dango,” “I watched Hana-Dan,” and “I liked it when it played in the drama,” comments related to life milestones were also shared, such as “I used it for my wedding entrance.” Also, comments like “I love the lyric ‘I vow my love for 100 years to come’” and “I wanted to be loved like this by someone” were seen, gathering much empathy for the song itself.

[50s and above] No. 1: Kansha Kangeki Ame Arashi
Released in 2000, “Kansha Kangeki Ame Arashi” ranked first for those in their 50s and above.