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! (41–50)
5 o’clock in ShibuyaSuzuki Masayuki & Kikuchi Momoko
A heart-pounding duet song set at a bustling city intersection, depicting lovers meeting up.
The harmonies woven by Masayuki Suzuki and Momoko Kikuchi combine mature charm with freshness.
Carried by a sophisticated, urban melody, it gently conveys the excitement and anticipation swelling in the hearts of the lovers.
First released to the world on the album “Perfume” in September 1993, it later came out as a double A-side single in January 1994.
It was also used in a Tokyo Telemessage commercial, capturing the hearts of many.
Perfect for creating memories with someone special at karaoke, it’s a song where you can layer your voices and spend a wonderful time together.
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.
Time lapse (feat. Yella.E)/kocchi no kento
A heartrending love ballad that shines with the seamless harmonies of Japanese and Korean artists.
Kocchi no Kento welcomes Yella.E for this track, released in March 2025.
As time passes and the sky’s colors shift, they layer in feelings that never quite reach their destination.
The first verse paints everyday scenes, while the second sketches romantic scenery, delicately capturing the heart’s subtle tremors.
Why not listen to this pure duet of love—one that transcends language barriers—together with someone special?
Enough already, you.Kaoru to Hajime (CV. Tamura Yukari & Suzumura Kenichi)
This song is the opening theme for season 1 of the TV anime “I Can’t Understand What My Husband Is Saying.” It has a Showa-era flavor with a kayōkyoku-style arrangement.
The CD containing this song includes versions where only one of the singers performs, so you can do a role-playing duet.
The one I still love even after we’ve broken upRosu Indiosu & Shiruvia
A duet song that portrays the love between a man and a woman who were once lovers.
It’s a wonderful track that makes you feel that former lovers are unforgettable even after they part, and that they remain someone you’ll always love.
The dandy, masculine vocals of Los Indios and the graceful, feminine voice of Silvia are a perfect match.
It’s a duet you’ll want to keep listening to forever.
parallel linesEve × suis from Yorushika
A collaboration song by Eve—also known for performing the opening theme of the hit anime Jujutsu Kaisen—and suis, the vocalist of the youth-favorite band Yorushika.
It has been selected as the theme song for Lotte Ghana Chocolate’s “Gift.” The lyrics evoke thoughts of someone you love or cherish, paired with a refreshing melody.
Although the two differ in gender and vocal timbre, it’s an incredibly pleasant song to listen to.
As a duet by popular singers, it’s widely recognized, and many young listeners are surely already checking it out.
Give it a try!
Baby, I love youTEE with Che'Nelle
“Baby I Love You,” one of TEE’s signature and most-covered songs, is also a classic wedding tune.
In this special duet, TEE teams up with Che’Nelle, who made waves by singing the theme song for the movie “Umizaru.” Speaking of Che’Nelle, she also did the English version of “Baby I Love You,” right? They’re both fantastic on their own, but together they’re absolutely breathtaking.
If “Baby I Love You” is the song that marks your wedding memories, be sure to give it a try at karaoke!