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Songs with titles that start with “bo.” [Boku (I), boy, adventure, etc.]

There are times when you want to find “songs that start with a certain hiragana,” like for “shiritori karaoke,” where you link songs together like the word game shiritori, “song-title shiritori,” where you restrict yourself to track titles, or even when making a playlist themed around the 50 Japanese syllables.

In this article, we’ll focus on songs that start with “bo” (ぼ) and introduce some selections!

You probably don’t usually search for music by the first hiragana of the title, but that’s exactly why it can lead you to songs you wouldn’t normally come across.

Be sure to check out this article and see if you can discover a new favorite track.

Songs with titles starting with “Bo.” [Boku (I), Boy, Bouken (Adventure), etc.] (411–420)

A love song on the scale of a civilizationKobayashi Sachiko, Chinza DOPENESS, Hasunuma Shuta, Kawada Tomu

A cross-genre collaboration by Sachiko Kobayashi, Chinza DOPENESS, Shuta Hasunuma, and Tom Kawada, Civilization-Scale Love Song was created by an eclectic lineup.

Written specifically for the app of the same name, the rapidly shifting track makes you feel it’s in step with the flow of the times.

The lyrics, which trace Japanese history, prompt us to consider how many eras and events have layered up to create what we take for granted today.

With barrier-free musicality that feels real, it’s a pop tune with both impact and addictive appeal.

Songs with titles starting with “Bo.” [Boku (I), Boy, Bouken (Adventure), etc.] (421–430)

My Valentine with YouKobayashi Yutaka

Yutaka Kobayashi My and Your Valentine Koi-Repo Final Live
My Valentine with YouKobayashi Yutaka

Yutaka Kobayashi is an actor from Shiga Prefecture, born in 1989, and a member of BOYS AND MEN.

This track features a mid-tempo, ska-like rhythm, a very poppy, easy-to-listen-to melody, and a striking choral intro.

The fresh, slightly saccharine tone of the vocals is also pleasing to the ear—good stuff! It’s a song included on the 2015 single “Koisuru Sweets Recipe 3 ~Kimi ga Koi ni Ochiru Hitotsu no Houhou~” (One Way You’ll Fall in Love).

The reason we set out on a journeyOzawa Kenji

Kenji Ozawa – The Reason We Set Out on a Journey (Single Edit)
The reason we set out on a journeyOzawa Kenji

This song, which depicts a farewell as you see your lover off on a journey far away, is one I highly recommend for late summer or early autumn.

It was released in 1996 as the twelfth single.

Still, Ozawa Kenji’s stylishness and prince-like aura at the time of its release were truly remarkable.

The boy inside meYamashita Tatsuro

The Boy Within Me – Tatsuro Yamashita Acoustic Cover
The boy inside meYamashita Tatsuro

A song released as the commercial theme for the 1986 Honda Integra.

The lyrics are enigmatic, but Tatsuro Yamashita himself has said the theme of the song is a “farewell to boyhood.” He explains that it’s about the self who had been a boy becoming a young man, climbing the steps to adulthood, and, in time, the boyish spirit within passing on to the next generation.

It may be hard to grasp on a single listen, but its fresh, lingering melody makes it a song you’ll want to hear with the room’s windows thrown open, feeling the new breeze.

I am here.Yamazaki Masayoshi

Singer-songwriter Masayoshi Yamazaki, also known as a multi-instrumentalist who plays all the parts himself on some recordings.

His eighth single, “Boku wa Koko ni Iru” (“I Am Here”), used as the theme song for the TV drama Miracles, in which he starred, is also known as his biggest hit.

The lyrics, portraying emotions swayed by a bittersweet romance, tighten the heart along with a lyrical melody that evokes autumn.

With its distinctive vocals, it’s an autumn song that colored the 1990s.

BOXER’S ROADYamaarashi

Yama-Arashi “BOXER’S ROAD” Official Music Video
BOXER'S ROADYamaarashi

Formed in 1996 in the Shonan area, YAMA-ARASHI is one of the leading bands in Japan’s nu-metal/mixture rock scene.

Their biggest draw is undoubtedly the stunning interplay and harmonies created by their twin-vocal setup! The distinctive voices of KOJIMA and SATOSHI intertwine exquisitely, dramatically elevating the expressive power of their songs.

In 2003, they showcased their broad musical range by releasing a collaborative album with artists from various genres, including Rappagariya and Shonan no Kaze.

In May 2005, they launched the popular outdoor event “Shonan Oto Matsuri,” which later grew into a staple, much-loved festival.

Their unique style—fusing the raw energy of their early years with a modern groove—gives you the courage to take that first step forward!

We are oneYamamoto Ryuta

Toy Story 3 Ending Theme: “We Are One”
We are oneYamamoto Ryuta

Bokura wa Hitotsu (We Are One) was chosen as the ending theme for the film Toy Story 3.

In the Japanese version, the song is performed by musician Ryuta Yamamoto.

Its heartfelt message portrays the relationship between the toys and their owner, Andy.

With its upbeat rhythm and flowing melody, it’s recommended even for those who find difficult songs challenging.

It’s a number that reminds us that even when we’re apart from someone important, our hearts remain connected.

Enjoy singing this song—told from both the toys’ and Andy’s perspectives—with your friends and family.