A love song you can sing as a duet. From Showa-era kayōkyoku to the latest J-pop!
Picking out love songs from duet tracks!
Showa-era kayokyoku is full of classic duet songs that portray the romantic dynamics between men and women.
For example, many people know songs like “Lonely Chaplin” and “Ai ga Umareta Hi,” even across different generations.
In this article, we introduce a variety of duet songs from Showa kayokyoku to the latest J-pop.
Many of them are great for karaoke, so once you find a favorite, be sure to try singing it as a duet!
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Love songs you can sing as a duet. From Showa-era kayōkyoku to the latest J‑POP! (1–10)
Secret tryst with DioMARIE, Hiroshi Itsuki
The duet song “Dio Shinobi-ai” by singer Hanako Nohara and Hiroshi Itsuki, performed under the stage name MARIE.
For MARIE, this song became a turning point that boosted her popularity.
The highlight of the piece lies in its sultry lyrics and melody.
It leans more toward mood kayō than traditional enka, portraying a man–woman romance with alluring, seductive expressions.
MARIE’s parts go quite high, so if you can use falsetto or mixed voice, definitely give it a try.
Tokyo Meguri-ai (Tokyo Serendipitous Encounters/Love by Chance in Tokyo)Ishikawa Sayuri / Kotokaze
This is a duet released in August 1984 by the unusual pairing of Sayuri Ishikawa, known as a treasure of the enka world, and Masanori Kotonofuji (formerly the sumo wrestler Kotonofuji) after his transition from professional sumo.
The story portrays lovers who reunite in Tokyo after being apart and reaffirm their love, expressed through Rei Nakanishi’s emotionally rich lyrics and Shosuke Ichikawa’s wistful melody.
The work received the Planning Award at the 26th Japan Record Awards and was also performed at the 35th NHK Kouhaku Uta Gassen that same year.
It’s a perfect song to sing in sync with a duet partner at karaoke or in a snack bar.
Dreaming while cryingKayama Akio/Kimi
“Crying While Dreaming” is a love song about adults who can’t be honest with their feelings.
It’s sung by Akio Kayama and Kimi.
The romantic melody and tone really hit home! Perhaps it’s precisely because things don’t go the way we want that we can’t give it up.
There must be loves that happen like a fender-bender at first encounter.
Relax, let the music carry you, and sing along.
Love songs you can sing as a duet. From Showa-era kayōkyoku to the latest J-POP! (11–20)
A Love Game Between a Man and a WomanAoi Shirō & Hino Mika
I think “Otoko to Onna no Love Game” is truly a masterpiece of duet songs! It’s a duet that feels like a loving couple is having a drink and engaging in a flirtatious game of love.
It’s also a popular duet number at bars.
The Two of Us in 5 Minutes and 5 SecondsRōzu to Yūsuke
A duet song by Rose and Yusuke that portrays the bittersweet parting of a slightly tipsy man and woman on a Saturday night.
Set to a beautiful melody that fully conveys a mature sense of romance, the scene of the two reaffirming their feelings for each other resonates deeply.
The exquisite harmony woven by the traditional vocals of the third-generation Columbia Rose and the warm singing of Yusuke Hashiri has captivated many fans since its release in November 2012.
With clearly divided male and female parts, it’s perfect for duets at karaoke or in snack bars.
It’s a charming piece that makes you want to share the feeling of lingering over a farewell with someone dear.
Azusa No. 2karyūdō
This is a signature song by a male duo from the Showa era.
I love folk songs from this period! In “Azusa No.
2,” the A and B sections are relatively quiet, but once the chorus hits and the harmonies come in, it suddenly soars! It’s incredibly cool and feels so good to sing! The harmony is basically a third below, but since the main melody’s chorus sits around G4 and has that belting quality, the harmony should come in firmly so it doesn’t get overshadowed.
When entering the chorus, listen carefully to the backing track and breathe together so you both come in at the same time! The unison at the end of the chorus after all that harmonizing is wonderful, too.
It might be a somewhat wistful song, but when the harmonies lock in, it’ll give you goosebumps—so definitely find a partner and give it a try!
Mon Amour, Mon Ami ~My Beloved~Mizumori Kaori & Harada Ryuuji
A song that portrays a mature romance, with Kaori Mizumori and Ryuji Harada’s vocals resonating deeply.
The story begins with a rainy scene, evoking memories of their first meeting and expressing the precious time shared by the two.
With a Latin-tinged rhythm, this adult kayōkyoku conveys both the joy and the poignancy of love.
Released on October 23, 2024, the song was born from their co-starring in the stage production Mito Kōmon.
It’s a track you’ll want to listen to on a quiet night with someone special.
Highly recommended for those who want to enjoy time with a loved one, a glass of wine in hand.