A roundup of Japanese songs featuring curry—songs about curry and curry rice

A Vocaloid producer who is also a music writerAraki Jakkan
I’ve worked in a variety of roles—regardless of pro or amateur settings—including live event PA, cameraman for video and photography, restaurant staff, and logistics center staff. I now spend my days as a part-time writer. I’ve contributed to music and manga websites with feature/review articles, and wrote the liner notes included as a bonus for 1st PLACE Inc.’s “IA SUPER BEST.” As for my music background, I started playing guitar in junior high and focused on band activities during my school years. For over 15 years since then, up to the present, I’ve continued releasing original tracks as a Vocaloid producer. My areas of expertise are Japanese rock, Vocaloid, and manga.
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Started working as a music writer as a side job while employed at a record shop, and for over 18 years I’ve contributed to music magazines, disc guide books, mooks, and web media. As a writer my main field is Western music, but as a listener for over 35 years, I always try to keep my curiosity alive with the motto “I like what I like.” I have experience playing in bands, where I was a bassist who handled songwriting and composition. Instruments I’ve played include bass, guitar, and piano. I began studying English in my mid-40s and continue to do so today.

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!

Compilation of Japanese songs featuring curry or curry rice (41–50)

stupid ex-currytsushimamire

TsuShiMaMiRe – Curry Man and Baka Ex-Curry – 2015.10.7 @ Shimokitazawa SHELTER

stupid ex-currytsushimamire

Included as the second track on the 2007 album “Brain Shortcake.” A heartbreak celebration song! After breaking up with my dumb ex and feeling all riled up, I accidentally remembered the taste of the curry rice we ate together… but breaking up feels so refreshing! Okay, next! It’s a song that helps you look forward.

Singing it at karaoke might be a great way to blow off some steam.

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Terminal Terminalhachikuji mayoi (kato emiri)

Terminal Terminal FULL HQ (Owarimonogatari 2nd Season OP1) by Emiri Katou

Terminal Terminalhachikuji mayoi (kato emiri)

It’s a heart-throbbing song whose lyrics capture the feelings of a protagonist making curry and waiting at home for the person they love.

The track was used as the opening theme for the anime Owarimonogatari, sung by voice actress Emiri Katō under the character name Mayoi Hachikuji from the series.

It’s an adorably cute pop number with a soothing, comforting finish—and the vocals are truly adorable.

The happiness found in everyday routine, that kind of pure emotion, is reflected in both the music and the lyrics.

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Song of CurryChata

Chata – Curry Song

Song of CurryChata

It’s included as the fifth track on the 3rd album “Chata no Wa*,” released in 2008.

It’s a comical song with a light, jaunty piano melody, playfully asking, “Treat me to curry.” Chata is a female vocalist active in doujin music and in theme songs for games and anime.

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My curry is the best in the world.SECRET GUYZ

SECRET GUYZ 'My Curry Is the Best in the World' MV

My curry is the best in the world.SECRET GUYZ

It’s an electronic tune that celebrates the joy of eating.

It’s a song by the music group SECRET GUYZ, released as a single in 2016.

The sound is super catchy and really gets you pumped.

The lyrics are full of humor, but the chorus melody, overall vibe, and progression are so cool that you can’t help but start swaying.

If you listen to this while wondering what to have for dinner tonight, you might end up choosing curry without a second thought.

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It’s curry!YMCK

YMCK / It's Curry!

It's curry!YMCK

Included as the second track on the 7th album “Family Cooking,” released in 2009.

YMCK is a three-member pop unit—two men and one woman—highly acclaimed worldwide for their 8-bit sound reminiscent of retro video game BGM.

The album also features other cooking-themed songs such as “Fluffy Egg Omelet Rice” and “Wan!derful Chocolate.”

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Curry GaloreThe SALOVERS

Curry Galore / The SALOVERS

Curry GaloreThe SALOVERS

An energizing curry song that teaches you the importance of living true to yourself.

It’s a track by the rock band The SALOVERS, included as a B-side on their 2013 single “Bungaku no Susume” (Recommendation of Literature).

The lively rhythm and sound are a perfect match for vocalist Yutaro Furudate’s powerful voice—so satisfying to listen to.

There are probably more people than you’d think who feel that as long as you eat curry, things will work out somehow.

Give it a spin when life’s got you feeling worn out.

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The Curry Rice WomanSonin

For image quality testing: Sonim - Curry Rice Girl

The Curry Rice WomanSonin

I made curry rice for the person I love—it’s all I have…

This piece packs the heartache of a woman nursing a broken heart into its lyrics.

It’s a song by Sonim, a singer who was also active as a member of the dance-vocal unit EE JUMP, released as a single in 2002.

The very cool sound arrangement matches Sonim’s fragile vocals, which seems to broaden the song’s world.

It also expresses the resolve that things can’t stay this way—I have to become stronger—so it’s recommended for those who want to recover from the shock of a breakup.

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