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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 that start with “Bo.” [Boku (I), Boy, Bōken (Adventure), etc.] (431–440)

Maternal and Child Health HandbookIshizaki Hyuui

Huwie Ishizaki – Maternal and Child Health Handbook (Lyric Video)
Maternal and Child Health HandbookIshizaki Hyuui

Did you know that Hyui Ishizaki’s name is actually his real name? Apparently, his mother, who was a fan of Ittetsu Hoshi from “Star of the Giants” and David Bowie, is the one who named him.

Now, “Mother and Child Health Handbook” is a track included on the 2014 mini-album “That’s Why I Don’t Like Carnations.” The lyrics, which revisit memories with his mother, are something just about anyone can relate to.

In May, the month of Mother’s Day, why not draw courage from this song and express the gratitude you don’t usually say?

My WarShinsei Kamattechan

A rock band formed in 2008 from Chiba Prefecture.

The group consists of three members: vocalist-guitarist Noko, keyboardist mono, and drummer Misako.

They actively post self-produced music videos on YouTube and Niconico, and regularly stream on Niconico Live and TwitCasting.

Their song “My War” was used as the opening theme for Attack on Titan The Final Season.

Its rhythmical and distinctive melody is captivating and sticks in your head after just one listen.

In every track, their unique world comes through directly.

I’ll do my best feat. anoShinsei Kamattechan

Shinsei Kamattechan “I’ll Do My Best feat. ano” Music Video
I'll do my best feat. anoShinsei Kamattechan

A song released in September 2023 by Shinsei Kamattechan, familiar from radio and TV.

It was put out to commemorate their 15th anniversary, and the collaboration with ano drew a lot of attention.

The track is also included on the album “Holy Intersection.” Nokko’s wistful yet powerful vocals and ano’s transparent voice weave an exquisite harmony.

The lyrics, which express the strength to keep encouraging oneself and the complexity of life, truly resonate.

When you’re feeling life is hard or you want to take just one more step forward, listening to it might give you courage.

The last train where Mom is waitingFukuda Kouhei

[Official] Kohei Fukuda “Mom, I’m Waiting for the Last Train” [Official Music Video Short ver.]
The last train where Mom is waitingFukuda Kouhei

Kohei Fukuda’s song is a heartwarming piece filled with deep gratitude and love for a mother.

The scene of an 18-year-old leaving his hometown and boarding the last train where his mother awaits resonates with listeners.

Through Fukuda’s vocals, you can feel a mother’s unwavering love and the son’s determination to respond to it.

The song is included as the coupling track to the single “Takumi” released in January 2025, and it has also been performed on his national tour.

It’s a perfect song to listen to when you want to express gratitude to your parents—such as on Mother’s Day or during a wedding bouquet presentation.

BOOOOMakipparani sake

Liquor on an empty stomach / BOOOOM Official Music Video
BOOOOMakipparani sake

Akippachi ni Sake is a four-member mixture rock band based in Osaka, known for being highly technical and groovy.

Their sound leans toward rock, but their performances are characterized by a foundational funk groove.

In 2007, vocalist Koki Tanaka saw a live performance by guitarist Tatsuhiro Nishida, who was his senior in high school, and that inspired him to start a band—this became the catalyst for forming Akippachi ni Sake.

Unfortunately, they went on hiatus after their live show on July 22, 2021, but if you haven’t listened to them yet, be sure to check them out!

We Did It (DISH// and Bonga High Did It ver.)Kubota Masataka

The ending theme of the drama “We Did It,” which Masataka Kubota appeared in, is DISH//’s song “We Did It.” Kubota himself also took part in the track, and it was released digitally as the “DISH// and Bonge High We Did It ver.” In the past, he has also released two songs as insert tracks for dramas.

He’s a very skilled and cool singer, so I’d love to hear him not just in insert songs or collaborations, but performing on his own.

The Flower I Make BloomShinogaya Miho

The 2015 opening theme for Hanakappa is “Boku ga Sakaseru Hana” by Miho Shinogaya, who is also active on stage and in other performances.

In fact, she has experience as the singing “big sister” in the Shimajiro Concerts, so some of you may have heard her without realizing it.

It’s a song that evokes a fun, hopeful future for Hanakappa, who still hasn’t decided which flower to bloom on his head.