[Want to know!] Songs with a fish theme. Classic fish songs
This article introduces songs with a fish theme.
Fish songs—rarely explored in depth—are surprisingly familiar, led by the supermarket classic Osakana Tengoku (Fish Heaven).
You might be wondering what other songs are out there.
While metaphors are common in the music world, we’ve kept those to a minimum and focused on songs that sing directly about fish as much as possible.
From children’s songs to rock, there’s a wide variety—must-see for anyone who wants to discover fish-themed music!
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[I Want to Know!] Songs with a Fish Theme: Classic Fish Songs (31–40)
Akita HATA HATA ROCK & SAMBA!!Watanabe Jun’ya
“Akita HATA HATA ROCK & SAMBA!!” is a hometown-love-filled Hatahata song by Akita-based singer-songwriter Junya Watanabe.
It enthusiastically showcases the charm of Akita’s prefectural fish, the hatahata, with upbeat rock and samba rhythms.
In the video, cute hatahata swim and dance alongside Akita dogs and Namahage, while Akita’s famous sightseeing spots make a full appearance.
Hakodate specialty ‘Squid Dance’Hakodate Ika Odori Jikkō Iinkai
Hakodate’s famous “Ika Odori” (Squid Dance) is a dance song celebrating the city’s specialty squid.
It’s a popular staple performed at the Hakodate Port Festival every August and at Bon Odori events around the region.
The lyrics are distinctive, with the lively refrain “ikka-odori!” repeated rhythmically and mentions of beloved local dishes like ika-poppo.
Swim! Taiyaki-kunShimon Masato
This is a song by Masato Shimon that tells the story of a taiyaki who, fed up with its boring daily life and dreaming of freedom, runs away to the sea.
Released in December 1975, the song became a massive hit, topping the charts for 11 consecutive weeks as an insert song on the children’s program Hirake! Ponkikki.
Many listeners likely remember the taiyaki’s seafaring adventure set to a wistful melody—and its slightly bittersweet ending.
Through this piece, you can not only imagine the unique sight of a taiyaki setting out to sea, but also take the opportunity to think together with your child about the deeper question: What does freedom really mean?
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Koi is a heartbreak song themed around the proverb “the one that got away.” It was included on singer-songwriter Aimyon’s 2019 single Harunohi, a release that cemented her nationwide popularity.
Set to a lively ska-style beat, its acoustic guitar and synth tones ring out.
The lyrics portray the sorrow of not ending up with the one you love, depicting someone facing an unbearable reality alone.
With its rhythmic band arrangement contrasted by her emotional vocals, it’s a hidden gem.
Come on! Party! Kanoya Kanpachi!gavamentowaakaa
A pop tune that cheerfully introduces Kanoya City, Kagoshima’s specialty: greater amberjack (kanpachi).
With lively vocals and lyrics brimming with hometown pride, it creatively expresses the deliciousness of kanpachi and the passion of the fishermen, brightening your mood.
Released in 2015 as part of a regional revitalization project, the song has been performed at various events, including “Hakata Kanpachi Jack” in the JR Hakata Station front plaza.
It’s a recommended track for anyone who wants to experience Kagoshima’s climate and culture, is interested in local specialties, or just needs an energy boost.