[For Seniors] Fun Brain Training! Music Quiz: Guess the Song from 3 Hints

The 365-Step March

Known for the phrases “Happiness doesn’t come walking to you” and “One-two punch,” this song is a single released by Kiyoko Suizenji in 1968. It later became famous as one of the nation’s iconic cheering songs and continues to be supported by a wide range of generations.

Blue Mountains

This song, released in 1949, was originally a duet performed by Ichirō Fujiyama and Mitsue Nara. However, because Ms. Nara passed away at a young age, many people may know it as Mr. Fujiyama’s song.

Waltz of Starlight

This song is a single released by Masao Sen in March 1966, originally issued as the B-side. However, because Sen himself liked the song and kept performing it, it gradually caught on, with popularity igniting thanks to cable radio broadcasts.

The Kanpaku Declaration

In 1979, Masashi Sada released “Kanpaku Sengen,” which reportedly drew backlash at first for being seen as a male-chauvinist song. However, it later became a hit, and an answer song titled “Kanpaku Shikkaku” was also released.

The Bride of the Seto Sea

This song is the fourth single released by Rumiko Koyanagi in April 1972. Following her popular hit “Watashi no Jōkamachi,” it became another major success and has since become a beloved local anthem sung by many people.

Words of Gift

This song is the 23rd single released by Kaientai. It is also known as the theme song for the drama “Mr. Kinpachi in Class 3-B,” in which Kaientai member Tetsuya Takeda appeared.

Mountains and Rivers

He made his 50th overall appearance at the Kōhaku Uta Gassen in 2020, and “Sanga” is a masterpiece that has even been performed as the grand finale at Kōhaku.