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[For Seniors] An intro quiz that will make you want to sing along. Let’s have fun with nostalgic classics!
The moment you hear a nostalgic melody, memories rush back all at once… Why not enjoy that feeling with an intro quiz? The many classic songs that colored the Showa era hold a special place for older adults, bringing back memories of their youth and of cherished people.
When the intro starts and someone lights up with “Oh, I know this one!”, the way conversations naturally take off is truly heartwarming.
Sharing stories from those days sparked by the music can turn into a joyful time full of smiles.
These are all timeless hits that are easy to use for recreation and everyday interaction, so please enjoy a rich, heartwarming time together with music.
[For Seniors] An Intro Quiz That Makes You Want to Sing Along. Let’s Get Excited with Nostalgic Classics (1–10)
What a nice bath.Za Dorifutāzu
A humorous song that portrays hot springs and the Japanese spirit, the kind everyone wants to sing along to.
Originally a local tune from Gunma Prefecture, it was reinvented by The Drifters into an arrangement that tours famous hot springs across Japan and was released as the B-side of their 1968 single “Zukkoke-chan.” Its distinctive calls and lively rhythm lift your spirits just by listening.
It became the theme song for the 1969 film “Ii Yu da na Zen’in Shugo!!” and was later beloved for many years as the ending theme of “Hachiji da yo! Zen’in Shugo” and “Dorifu Daibakushō.” It’s perfect for a cold winter’s day, adding playful interjections while picturing scenes of a hot spring.
There’s always tomorrowSakamoto Kyu
This work humorously portrays a young man who has fallen in love with a schoolgirl in a sailor uniform he sees at the station every day, yet can’t quite find the courage to speak to her.
Its optimistic message—that even if you fail, there’s always tomorrow—warms listeners’ hearts.
Sung by Kyu Sakamoto in 1963, the song became a major hit, selling around 800,000 copies, and was later covered by artists such as Ulfuls and Re:Japan.
Its bright major-key melody and catchy chorus are the kind that make you smile the moment they start playing in an intro quiz: “Oh, it’s this one!” Why not hum along together as you reminisce about the tender feelings of youthful love?
Like the flow of a riverMisora Hibari
This is one of Hibari Misora’s signature songs, likening life to the flow of a river and extolling the virtue of surrendering to it with calm grace.
Released in January 1989, this single came out at Hibari’s strong insistence.
It portrays the strength to keep moving forward while believing that even arduous paths will one day clear, and the willingness to walk on while embracing the changing seasons.
Hibari herself layered into it the idea that, like a single raindrop eventually reaching the vast ocean, each step in life should be cherished.
It is a song that surely resonates deeply with those who have accumulated many experiences.
Ginza Kan-kan GirlTakatamine Hideko
Hideko Takamine’s song “Ginza Kankan Musume” is a memorable classic that brightly colored postwar Japan.
Its charm lies in lyrics that vividly capture the lively atmosphere of Ginza at the time.
It also carries listeners along with the flow of time, inviting them into nostalgic scenes from the past.
In an intro quiz for seniors, you can easily imagine people cheerfully humming along as soon as they hear the opening lines.
Enjoy a heartwarming moment with Hideko Takamine’s beautiful singing voice.
The Apple SongNamiki Michiko
The Song of the Apple portrays a pure, heartfelt affection for apples.
Even amid the postwar chaos, this piece, which sings of small joys in everyday life, brought hope to many through Michiko Namiki’s warm yet powerful voice.
Sung together with Noboru Kirishima, the song resonates across generations.
For those who have seen the film Breeze (Soyokaze), it likely remains a special memory.
When using it for an intro quiz, consider sharing the song’s background and anecdotes about Namiki as well, to help create an enjoyable experience.
Tokyo Boogie-WoogieKasaogi Shizuko
Shizuko Kasagi’s “Tokyo Boogie-Woogie” is a song that made people feel the breath of a new musical era in Japan at the time.
Its boogie-woogie rhythm brims with liveliness, and the light, uplifting melody is captivating.
The lyrics are sprinkled with cheerful phrases that soothe the heart, making it appealing even to older listeners.
With an influence strong enough to keep inspiring cover versions, it’s also perfect for enjoying in recreational settings.
Tsugaru Strait – Winter SceneIshikawa Sayuri
This song portrays the feelings of people crossing the Tsugaru Strait in winter on a ship as they return to Hokkaido.
You can vividly picture scenes like the snow-covered Aomori Station and the freezing seagulls visible from the ferry’s deck.
Sayuri Ishikawa’s vocals are sure to stir up nostalgic memories.
Released in January 1977, this piece has become a classic that remains in many people’s hearts.
Listening to it with older adults might spark lively conversations about memories from that time.
I hope you can enjoy it in a relaxed mood.