A roundup of Japanese songs featuring curry—songs about curry and curry rice
Just hearing the words “curry rice” brings back that spicy aroma and makes me hungry… It’s no exaggeration to call it a national dish for Japanese people.So this time’s theme is classic songs about curry!We’ll deliver a diverse selection—not only songs that sing straightforwardly about curry rice, but also tracks where curry pops up in the lyrics of songs that seem unrelated at first glance!They’re great as BGM while you’re making curry, too.Be sure to read to the end!
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Compilation of Japanese songs featuring curry songs and curry rice (1–10)
NO CURRY NO LIFEKapurikōn
This is a unique number by Capricorn, the zodiac unit from The Idolmaster Million Live!, that likens the addiction of love to the kick of spices.
The vocals woven by Shiina Natsukawa as Anna Mochizuki, Tachibana Yamaguchi as Rio Momose, and Ibuki Kido as Kana Yabuki blend sweetness and spiciness to perfection.
Included on the album THE IDOLM@STER LIVE THE@TER FORWARD 01 Sunshine Rhythm, released in December 2016.
How about savoring it as background music while cooking?
Maru-chan’s Shizuoka OndoPiēru Taki
It’s a lively ondō packed with the charms of Shizuoka that will make you want to start dancing.
Sung by Pierre Taki of Denki Groove, it’s included on the single “Maru-chan no Shizuoka Ondo,” released in July 2013.
With lyrics by Momoko Sakura, music by Haruomi Hosono, and arrangement by Keigo Oyamada, this piece is a fun collaboration that ties in with the anime Chibi Maruko-chan as a PR song for Shizuoka City.
The lyrics even feature Shizuoka specialty “motsu curry.” It’s perfect for when you want to relax.
Dance! Party! at the housing complex!Dohatsuten feat. Kiyosaku (MONGOL800)
This is a down-to-earth number that brings back memories of the smell of dinner drifting from some apartment at dusk in a housing complex.
It’s a collaboration between the rock band Dohatsuten and Kiyosaku from MONGOL800, included as the title track of the single “Danchi de DAN! RAN!” released in July 2013.
It served as the opening theme for the NHK General TV anime “Danchi Tomoo.” The lively back-and-forth between Masuko and Kiyosaku and the four-on-the-floor rhythm will lift your spirits just by listening.
It’s guaranteed to make you crave a steaming plate of curry rice.
Compilation of Japanese songs featuring curry or curry rice (11–20)
Curry on loveLienel
A work whose lyrics fuse an appetite for curry with the exhilaration of love, leaving a powerful impact.
Its comical worldview and addictive melody linger in your ears.
Included on a double A-side single released in August 2024, it reached No.
3 on the Oricon weekly chart.
With its lively tone, it’s the kind of track that boosts your mood the moment you listen.
Why not enjoy the tantalizing premonition of love that’s as stimulating as spices?
paprikaSakamoto Maaya
It’s a bossa nova tune that makes standing in the kitchen feel fun.
Sung by Maaya Sakamoto, who is active as a voice actress and singer, this track is included on the album “Yuunagi LOOP,” released in October 2005.
The lyrics are by Yuho Iwasato, with composition and arrangement by Takeshi Nakatsuka, and it’s pleasantly finished with Koichiro Tashiro’s acoustic guitar tones and a light, buoyant rhythm.
And Sakamoto’s vocals are truly cool and captivating.
The lyrics, which depict hands at work cooking and everyday scenes, convey the warmth of time spent with someone special.
RaSuiyōbi no Campanella
A uniquely brilliant concept that fuses the ancient Egyptian sun god with Japan’s beloved national dish, curry—an irresistibly addictive track.
Featured on the album “Zipangu,” released in November 2015, the song leaves a powerful impression with its striking contrast between a divine worldview and appetite-stimulating lyrics.
It also drew attention through a collaboration with Nissin Foods’ “Nissin Curry Meshi,” and its music video won an award at the SPACE SHOWER MUSIC AWARDS.
Wordplay unfolds over electronic beats, brimming with a playful energy that sparks listeners’ imaginations.
Oops! Cha! CurryKukkingu-bu Mini Pati (Sakura Gakuin)
An irresistibly cute, high-energy idol pop song that casts a spell with appetite-stimulating spices.
It’s a track by Mini-Patissier, the Cooking Club unit of Sakura Gakuin, included on the limited edition of the single “Ganbare!!” released in October 2013.
Written and composed by Mikito-P, known as a Vocaloid producer, this piece features an Indian-style, brisk melody punctuated by lively calls—an addictive combination you won’t forget after a single listen.
Put it on as BGM while making curry, and your dish might turn out spicier than usual.