[Stars, Fireflies, etc.] A collection of songs whose titles start with “Ho” (ほ)
When it comes to words that start with “ho,” things like “hoshi” (star), “hotaru” (firefly), and “howaito” (white) are easy ones to think of, right?
So, what songs are there with titles that start with “ho”?
In this article, we’ll introduce songs whose titles begin with “ho”!
We’ve gathered a variety of tracks, including theme songs from hugely popular animated films, songs that drew attention for their costumes, and long-beloved classics.
Whether it’s a song you’ve listened to often or one you haven’t heard much before, take this opportunity to check them out!
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[Stars, Fireflies, etc.] A compilation of songs with titles starting with “Ho” (391–400)
HOMEToki Asako
It’s a perfect number for when you want to spend a relaxed, unhurried time, singing that the place I return to is where you are.
The song is by Asako Toki, a singer who’s also active as a narrator, and it was chosen as the opening theme for season 2 of the anime Fruits Basket, based on a shoujo manga.
The vocals and melody gently seep into your heart—truly lovely.
Although the song’s theme is “family” and “home,” it can also be taken as a love song.
It makes you want to go—to return—to the place where your special someone is.
[Stars, Fireflies, etc.] A roundup of songs whose titles start with “Ho” (401–410)
Tipsy Full MoonSakamoto Fuyumi
Fuyumi Sakamoto’s masterpiece “Tipsy Full Moon,” which gained popularity for its bewitching yet passionate melody.
The piece leans more toward kayōkyoku (Japanese popular song) than traditional enka, and the hallmark enka vocal ornament kobushi hardly appears.
The only instance is at the very end of the chorus, but even there it feels more like a slightly strong vibrato than a true kobushi, so there’s no need to clearly bend the pitch up and down.
Of course, vibrato is essential, so it’s more challenging than typical pop songs; however, for a song by an enka singer, it is exceptionally easy to sing.
Firefly LanternSakamoto Fuyumi
Even among Fuyumi Sakamoto’s songs, Hotaru no Chochin stands out for its unique vibe and has gained popularity.
Rather than a kayōkyoku number, it leans heavily into pop elements, and for enka it’s quite rare in featuring a solid, weighty bassline.
The reggae-like bounce of the rhythm is also striking.
This piece prioritizes overall groove over elaborate phrasing.
As a result, there are no kobushi ornaments that require complex pitch bends.
The vocal range is also on the narrower side, so if you follow the vocal line carefully, it’s possible to aim for a high score.
Song of the Circling StarsSakamoto Miu
With Ryuichi Sakamoto as her father and Akiko Yano as her mother—truly a thoroughbred of the music world!—this track by Miu Sakamoto is included on her June 2016 album “Sing with me.” Speaking of her mother, Akiko Yano is a popular singer known for her distinctive high-pitched voice, and Miu Sakamoto, too, leaves an impression with a clear, translucent high register that in some ways evokes her mother.
While Akiko Yano feels very much like an “individualist,” Miu comes across as a more “classic” or “orthodox” type of singer.
This is a song where you can savor her gently penetrating high tones.
I highly recommend it to anyone who wants to hear a beautiful female vocal.
Starry Sky CarnivalSakata Osamu, Kanzaki Yūko
This is “Hoshizora Carnival,” the monthly song from September 1990, sung by Osamu Sakata and Yuko Kanzaki.
It’s a popular number often used in school performances.
The lively sound has a tropical vibe, and it’s absolutely adorable when children dance to it.
It also feels like a nighttime party, so it could work well for a Christmas event.
Since various animals appear in the song, dressing the kids in animal costumes would be cute too.
Hoshi no SatoOoki Ayako
A heartwarming song that entrusts feelings for one’s hometown to the starry sky.
Centered on Minamimaki Village in Nagano Prefecture, where Ayako Oki serves as a tourism ambassador, it features memorable lyrics depicting people who follow their dreams with the stars as their guide.
Her clear vocals stir a sense of nostalgia.
Set against the majestic nature of the Yatsugatake Mountains, the song directly conveys the longing for home.
Released in September 2024, it has lyrics by Haku Ide and music by Takashi Toshimi.
It’s a track that resonates with those living away from their hometowns.
When it starts raining heavilyŌe Senri
Senri Oe has left behind hits like “Jūnin Toiro” and “Kakkowarui Furarekata” in each era and continues to work energetically today.
As a producer, he has also provided songs for many artists, including Seiko Matsuda and Maomi Yuuki.
“Honburi ni Nattara” is a duet with Misato Watanabe.
The lyrics, which entrust the course of one’s actions to the rain—“If the rain starts coming down harder…”—showcase the full extent of Oe’s talent, earning him the nickname “the male Yuming.” There are times when you just can’t make up your mind, right? In moments like that, why not try taking a page from this song at least once?