Oricon has revealed the results of their 2016 "favorite artist" ranking. 

Popular group Arashi topped the ranking again for their 7th consecutive year. They are followed by Ikimonogakari, Mr. Children, B'z, and Utada Hikaru. 

1. Arashi

2. Ikimonogakari

3. Mr. Children

4. B'z

5. Utada Hikaru

6. SMAP

7. Yuzu

8. aiko

9. DREAMS COME TRUE

10. Spitz

11. Amuro Namie

12. Nishino Kana

13. Perfume

14. BUMP OF CHICKEN

15. KinKi Kids

16. back number

17. Superfly

18. TOKIO

19. Southern All-Stars

20. JUJU

Did your favorite artist make the list?

Source: Oricon