Songs whose titles start with 'I'. Masterpieces that begin with 'I'.
I’m going to introduce songs with titles that start with “i” (the Japanese syllable pronounced ee)!
When you think of “i,” words like ichigo (strawberry), iruka (dolphin), and iro (color) come to mind, so it’s not a particularly tricky letter even in shiritori, right?
But what about when it comes to song titles?
Actually, there are plenty of songs whose titles start with “i”!
In this article, I’ve gathered a variety of Japanese songs—both old and new—whose titles begin with “i.”
You might even find some you listen to regularly.
Feel free to use this as a reference when playing song-title shiritori and the like!
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Songs whose titles start with “I.” Masterpieces beginning with “I” (71–80)
Let’s go to an alien planet.iyowa
This is a track whose chill-inducing sense of unease lurking beneath its cuteness becomes more addictive with every listen.
The music video was released in April 2022, followed by a digital release in January 2023.
It tells the story of an alien girl who, after meeting someone on Earth and losing her heart to them, tries to take them back to her own planet.
How will you interpret the ending, where she reaches out her hand only to frighten them? Included on the album “Movies, Sunlit Spots, Graduation Ceremony.”
Now existingTanimura Shinji
A song passed down and sung at the opening and closing ceremonies as the anthem of the Spring Senbatsu.
With lyrics by Yu Aku and music by Shinji Tanimura—an illustrious duo—it was adopted as the third tournament song starting with the 65th tournament in 1993.
The lyrics, which celebrate the departure of the ballplayers gathering at Koshien with the arrival of spring, are memorable, gently speaking not only of winning and losing but of the value of living this very moment with all one’s heart.
The composition’s grandeur coupled with its warmth is also part of its appeal.
Although the recording had long been unavailable to the general public, it was released as a CD single in March 2008, and it became a topic of conversation that Shinji Tanimura himself performed it at Koshien during that year’s 80th commemorative tournament.
Yesterday & TodayDo As Infinity
Do As Infinity is a rock band that made a definite mark on the music scene of the 2000s.
Tomiko Van’s resolute vocals and their melodies that resonate with the heart are truly captivating.
This work is their fourth single, released in February 2000.
It also drew attention as the theme song for the drama “A Thousand Years of Love,” starring Miho Nakayama and Takeshi Kaneshiro.
It carries a poignant message like that of a traveler—holding the past close while living in the present.
It’s a song you’ll want to listen to when you feel uncertain or when you quietly want to look ahead.
Songs with titles starting with 'I': Masterpieces that begin with 'I' (81–90)
eek!!Hey! Say! JUMP
A pop tune with an irresistibly catchy groove that makes your body move, paired with a colorful, comic-book-like world that’s utterly charming.
It was produced as the lead track for Hey! Say! JUMP’s 11th album, H⁺, released in November 2024.
In the music video, the members look like they’re having a blast doing karaoke, and they show off a cute choreography where they make heart shapes, giving off that warm, close-knit “Hey! Say! JUMP” vibe.
Among the tracks on the album themed around “everyday life and a sense of dissonance,” this song stands out as a symbol of its especially bright, POP side.
Just listening to it will put you in a happy mood, making it perfect for a pick-me-up when you’re feeling down or for lively moments when you want to get hyped with friends.
angerNoz.×Kanzaki Iori
This is a rock number charged with intense energy that releases pent-up emotions as “anger.” Popular Vocaloid producers Noz.
and Iori Kanzaki teamed up to create it, and it was released in February 2026.
The lyrics and composition are by Iori Kanzaki, with arrangement by Noz.
The twin vocals of Hatsune Miku and Kagamine Rin amplify each other’s heat, and their vocal work pairs perfectly with the band sound.
On Iori Kanzaki’s channel, there’s also a version sung by Kanzaki themselves, so be sure to listen to that as well.
The last love of my lifeV6
V6 is a six-member idol group that has been loved by a wide range of generations for 26 years since their debut.
This song, included only on the regular edition of their 40th single “kEEP oN.” released in August 2012, is supported among fans as a hidden gem.
True to its title, the lyrics sing of a firm resolve—“the last love of a lifetime”—imbued with a persuasive power that only they, having matured over the years, can convey.
A vow of love told in unadorned, true-to-life words seeps into the heart alongside a warm melody.
It will likely resonate not only with those who have a cherished partner, but also with those who hope to meet their destined one in the future.
With the six voices blending in unison and a gentle ensemble that feels soothing, it’s a jewel-like love number.
If We Were Cousins feat. Momsatō moka
Satomoka’s track carries a bittersweet warmth that seems to melt into the crisp winter air.
Featured on her 2021 album “WOOLLY,” this song was co-created with singer-songwriter Mom, who appears as a guest.
The lyrics capture a complex feeling: if only they were family rather than lovers, their relationship wouldn’t have to change.
It’s striking how the fear of ruining what they have—and thus being unable to take the next step—is sung from both male and female perspectives.
The tune is aching yet heartwarming, evoking a gentleness like warming frozen hands on a ski lift.
If you’re heading to the slopes with someone who’s more than a friend but not quite a lover, why not listen to this song and see if it brings you closer?