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Easy-to-sing Japanese karaoke songs recommended for women in their 50s

Some women in their 50s may have drifted away from listening to or singing music because they’re so busy with everyday life.

Even when they occasionally go to karaoke with friends, they often struggle to choose songs.

There are probably quite a few people who feel that way.

This time, we’ve put together a selection of songs for women in their 50s—nostalgic and, we hope, easy to sing.

We hope this article will inspire you to rediscover the joy of singing.

Karaoke-friendly Japanese songs recommended for women in their 50s (51–60)

Pink sighTakahashi Mariko

This was Mari Takahashi’s 10th single, released on May 21, 1984.

It became a hit as the commercial song for Mitsutaka’s “Camellia Diamond,” and is a classic that stands as one of her signature tracks.

It’s a very alluring, beautifully slow-tempo piece, so if a woman in her 50s sings it, she may be able to capture its mature charm.

Melodically, there aren’t many particularly difficult parts to sing, but if you perform it too plainly, it can end up sounding dull.

Be sure to understand the meaning of the lyrics and try to recreate the song’s world when you sing it!

Happiness is here.ōtsu yoshiko

Here Lies Happiness (Koko ni Sachi Ari), Showa 31 (1956) (sung by Yoshiko Otsu) – Nihon Kayō Channel
Happiness is here.ōtsu yoshiko

This is a song by Yumiko Otsu, who won numerous amateur singing contests and was once even called the “Tokai contest ringer.” Her official website is named after the title of this song, “Koko ni Sachi Ari” (“Here Lies Happiness”).

She’s known for her dynamic alto voice, and it’s still going strong today! But don’t be fooled into thinking it’s easy to sing just because it’s in an alto key.

The song is quite difficult, and it takes a lot of practice to sing it well.

Door of LifeTakeuchi Mariya

Mariya Takeuchi – The Doors of Life (Official Music Video)
Door of LifeTakeuchi Mariya

A song by Mariya Takeuchi released in 2007.

In the context of her overall career, it’s a mid-period work, so it might not be from the generation of women in their 50s, but it is extremely popular among fans.

Its appeal lies in lyrics whose depth becomes clearer with age, paired with a warm melody crafted to match.

The vocal range is slightly wide at mid1E to hiC#, but the pitch movement is gentle, making it a relatively easy song to sing overall.

There’s an English lyric section in the middle, so if you’re unsure about pronunciation, make sure to drill the linking beforehand.

Winter GardenMatsuda Seiko

How about a number by Seiko Matsuda, one of the most iconic idols of the ’80s? For those of you who are the same generation as Seiko Matsuda, I recommend this song from her 1980 album North Wind! Let’s rejuvenate ourselves with this cute Christmas song that’s quintessentially Seiko Matsuda the idol!

Karaoke-friendly Japanese songs recommended for women in their 50s (61–70)

Surely more than anyone else in the worldWANDS & Nakayama Miho

A memorable collaboration between WANDS and Miho Nakayama, marked by its sweet and wistful vocals.

This song is a heartwarming ballad that portrays deep love and bonds.

Used as the theme song for the Fuji TV drama “Dareka ga Kanojo o Aishiteru” (“Someone Loves Her”), it became a runaway hit upon its 1992 release.

It topped the Oricon charts and achieved the milestone of becoming a million seller.

Seamlessly blending WANDS’ rock sound with Miho Nakayama’s captivating vocals, this track is perfect for women in their 50s as well.

While evoking a sense of nostalgia, it features an easy-to-sing melody line, and remains beloved by many as a fun karaoke favorite to this day.

Alone in the twilightMatsutōya Yumi

Yumi Matsutoya - Alone in the Twilight (Recording for Speaker Evaluation)
Alone in the twilightMatsutōya Yumi

Yumi Matsutoya is a leading Japanese singer-songwriter who has been active for many years.

For women in their 50s, she might be the perfect artist.

She has many classic songs, but the one I especially recommend is “Hitori in the Twilight.” It features a vocal line that showcases her signature Yuming style, yet the melody doesn’t jump drastically up and down, so it’s relatively easy to keep pitch.

The chorus raises the voltage all at once, but the overall range isn’t that wide, so if you choose the right key, even those with lower voices should be able to sing it without difficulty.

I want to go back to that day.Matsutōya Yumi

Yumi Arai – I Want to Return to That Day (from “Love in Japan, and Yuming.”)
I want to go back to that day.Matsutōya Yumi

This song, from before her name change and currently credited to Yumi Matsutoya, was the theme for the drama “Family Secrets” starring Kumiko Akiyoshi.

Released when she had only just entered her twenties, it’s a track that reminisces about the radiant days of youth.

Around the time you turn twenty, you often feel caught between being an adult and a child, and your heart can become unstable.

Looking at these lyrics, I can’t help but feel that Yumi Matsutoya must have experienced the same thing.

I want to go back to those joyful days of youth and meet the cheerful version of myself from back then.

Haven’t you ever felt that way, too?