Oricon has revealed�the results of their 2018 "favorite artist" ranking.�

Popular group�Arashi�topped the ranking for the first time in two years. They are followed by Amuro Namie, Nogizaka46, Mr.Children, and Utada Hikaru.�

Who's your favorite artist? Check out the top 20 below the cut!

1. Arashi

2. Amuro Namie

3. Nogizaka46

4. Mr.Children

5. Utada Hikaru

6. B'z

7. Perfume

8. DREAMS COME TRUE

9. Yonezu Kenshi

10. Aimyong

11. Sheena Ringo

12. Ikimonogakari

13. SMAP

14. back number

15. TWICE

16. Superfly

17. Southern All Stars

18. KinKi Kids

19. Keyakizaka46

20. Kanjani8