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 duets. From Showa-era kayōkyoku to the latest J-pop! (31–40)
A Nighttime EncounterIshihara Yūjirō / Yashiro Aki
A duet song by Yujiro Ishihara and Aki Yashiro.
Yujiro Ishihara’s low, gentle voice captivated many women.
It’s a song you can sing with full mood, and the chorus really soars, so both the singer and the listeners will likely feel a sense of nostalgia.
It lifts your spirits—definitely a song worth remembering.
Listen to it over and over until you’ve learned it, and be sure to perform it confidently in front of everyone!
Our Love SongMiyako Harumi, Itsuki Hiroshi
“A Love Song for Two,” woven by masters of the enka world Harumi Miyako and Hiroshi Itsuki, is a single released on December 21, 1984.
The lyrics, depicting deep mutual affection and the anguish of parting, leave a profound impression on listeners.
Notably, the song delicately expresses both the beauty of past memories and the resolve to walk separate paths, vividly portraying the complexity of mature love.
Wrapped in their voices, you will surely feel the depth of love and life.
I won’t forget it.Yamamoto Jōji, Jōnouchi Sanae
The duet song “Wasureru Monka” by Joji Yamamoto and Sanae Jōnouchi is a romance-themed track set against the backdrop of Tokyo at night.
Since its 2013 release, it has continued to be loved by many fans, and its lyrics in particular express deep emotions so unforgettable that even a one-night encounter becomes indelible.
The song evokes both the atmosphere of the city at night and the bittersweetness of love.
Joji Yamamoto’s powerful yet gentle vocals and Sanae Jōnouchi’s pure, emotionally rich voice blend exquisitely to captivate listeners.
silver ringIshihara Yujiro & Ai Machiko
The duet “Silver Ring” by Yujiro Ishihara and Machiko Ai is a moving piece themed around parting and the hope of reunion.
Through the “silver ring,” which symbolizes the memory of a single night in a port town, it portrays the deep bond between the two.
Released in September 1967, the song is notable for its melancholic melody that overlaps with the image of Ishihara’s films.
With Ishihara’s powerful, emotive vocals intertwining exquisitely with Ai’s clear singing voice, this work is especially popular among Showa-era mood kayō (mood music).
It’s a song you’ll want to sing at karaoke or in a snack bar with someone special.
You’re lying—again tonight.Rosu Indiosu & Shirubia
A masterpiece of mood kayō that portrays the poignant push-and-pull of love between a man and a woman.
Released in 1981 by Los Indios & Silvia, this song exquisitely balances a man’s earnest confession of love with the woman’s complex feelings as she cannot accept it.
Performed at that year’s NHK Kōhaku Uta Gassen, it vividly sings of a couple’s missed connections and remains a karaoke and snack-bar favorite.
Highly recommended for those who want to enjoy a duet with a like-minded opposite-sex friend or someone you meet on the spot.
Love songs you can sing as a duet. From Showa-era kayōkyoku to the latest J-pop! (41–50)
366 daysHY
This is a ballad about the lingering feelings of being unable to forget a lost love.
Included on HY’s 2008 album “HeartY,” the song was used as the theme for Fuji TV’s drama and film “Akai Ito.” Its gentle melody, highlighted by a memorable piano line, carries lyrics that reflect on the memories of a lover who remains in the heart.
The duet version by vocalists Izumi Nakasone and Hideyuki Shinzato is also captivating, with the interplay of male and female voices bringing out the nuances of emotion even more vividly.
It’s a recommended track for those who have experienced parting with someone dear or are trying to overcome the pain.
Orion in midwinterINFINITY 16 welcomez MINMI&Nishino Kana
A pop track that portrays the ache of unrequited love, inspired by the Orion constellation shining in the winter night sky.
MINMI’s powerful vocals and Kana Nishino’s clear, transparent voice blend beautifully, creating a cross-genre allure.
Included on the December 2010 album “INFINITY 16 BEST,” this piece layers INFINITY 16’s reggae production with the two singers’ distinctive vocals to craft a unique soundscape.
It’s the perfect song for making warm memories with friends in the cold season or for sharing the feelings of a one-sided love.