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.
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Songs with titles that start with “Bo.” [Boku (I), Boy, Bouken (Adventure), etc.] (451–460)
I am a train.Koshibe Nobuyoshi
Many children love vehicles, don’t they? This song is one I especially recommend for kids who adore trains.
Not only trains appear, but also conductors, station staff, and even the sales ladies who walk through the cars.
It even features the people who maintain the trains.
By listening to the song, kids can learn a lot about life on board and the many jobs connected to trains.
Things like ticket-punching station staff might be a world today’s children don’t know, now that automated ticket gates and transit IC cards are mainstream.
It’s an exciting song, so please give it a listen!
homesicknesstatsumi yūto
Released in 2021 as a double A-side with Tatsumi Yuto’s fourth single, “Sasowarete Eden,” this song, “Bokyo,” comes from an artist who’s bringing a fresh breeze to the enka world as part of the seventh generation.
It’s a classic enka piece where Tatsumi’s tender, heartfelt vocals convey deep feelings for one’s hometown and family, moving listeners to the core.
While he firmly incorporates enka-specific techniques like kobushi and vibrato, his clean, unornamented delivery and the accessible melody make it approachable even for beginners to the genre.
The overall pitch is on the lower side, so it’s also recommended for those who struggle with high notes.
BOMBER GIRLKondō Fusanosuke & Oda Tetsurō
This is a collaborative single released in 1992 by Fuyunosuke Kondo—also a member of B.B.
Queens, famous for Odoru Pompokolin—and Tetsuro Oda, a melody maker behind numerous hit songs.
Oda’s sultry vibe and Kondo’s funkiness intertwine, and the resulting cool, seasoned sound is incredibly stylish.
They say it was crafted to showcase Kondo’s bluesy qualities to a broader audience.
It’s catchy yet masculine in mood and vocals, letting you fully enjoy its bluesy character.
Our LocomotionHayami Kentarō, Shigemori Ayumi
These days we have many ways to travel, like the Shinkansen and airplanes, but this song shines a spotlight on the SL—namely, the steam locomotive.
A train chugging along while billowing white smoke from its chimney: the song’s medium tempo and cheerful vibe perfectly match that image.
The lyrics are also great, packed with onomatopoeia that makes you want to say them out loud.
By the way, the “locomotion” in the title means “movement,” and steam locomotives are called “SL” in Japanese from the S of “steam” and the L of “locomotion.”
You don’t know how much I like you.Gō Hiromi
A gem of a ballad by Hiromi Go that portrays the ache of unrequited love.
Released in January 1993, this song was used as the theme for the drama “Tadashii Kekkon” (A Proper Marriage).
Its lyrics, depicting the pain and yearning of one-sided love, are delivered through Go’s powerful yet delicate vocals, leaving a deep impression on the listener.
With its gentle melody and nuanced arrangement, it was highly acclaimed as the first installment of Go’s ballad trilogy.
Recommended for those troubled by love or harboring bittersweet feelings, this is a heartfelt love song that showcases Go’s expressive power to the fullest.
Our HeroGō Hiromi
This song sings about the neighborhood hero—“Grandpa”—who speaks fluent English, has a six-pack, and even catches burglars, making him someone to admire.
It was Alex Ramirez’s walk-up song during his time with the Yomiuri Giants, before he became the manager of the Yokohama BayStars.
Listening to it somehow gives you energy.
Songs with titles starting with 'Bo'. [Boku (I), Boy, Bouken (Adventure), etc.] (461–470)
Boys on the Runichou BOYZ
The music video portrays real people in Tokyo, and the song makes you reflect on yourself.
It tells you that there’s no need to put on a facade, no need to give up on your dreams, and that it’s okay to affirm yourself just as you are.
It’s not a polished or pretty MV by any means, but it gives you the strength to live.