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 that begin with “I” (111–120)
Together…MAX
Released in November 1999, MAX’s 15th single is a mid-tempo ballad that delicately portrays the warmth you feel in the cold winter air.
Having raced through their career with Eurobeat, here they offer a song that gently seeps into the heart, with softly layered harmonies and an embracing string arrangement.
Simple words sketch scenes of walking under streetlights with white breath hanging in the air, and a quiet resolve as two people draw close together, evoking the solitude of a winter city interwoven with the desire to be with someone special.
The song was featured in a Nikon commercial and as an ending theme on Nippon TV, and was performed on the year-end Kōhaku Uta Gassen in 1999.
Amid the bustle of the season’s end, it’s a track that reminds you of the preciousness of time spent with the ones you love.
Songs whose titles start with 'I'. Masterpieces that begin with 'I' (121–130)
Mischievous AngelSnow Man
A song released by Snow Man—who have gained popularity for their strong dance skills and versatile expression—in October 2025.
Included on their fifth album, “Onko Chishin,” it drew major attention as the theme song for the drama “Koisuru Keigo 24-ji Season 2,” starring group leader Hikaru Iwamoto.
The track’s mature, atmospheric sound leaves a strong impression, and its lyrics—depicting feelings for someone to protect and a heart in turmoil—resonate deeply.
Iwamoto himself handled the choreography, and the worldview expressed by all nine members moving as one is breathtaking.
Conveying a heartrending resolve to protect someone even while being buffeted by fate, this piece is perfect for reaffirming your feelings for someone important or for listening quietly on a winter night.
The Dog and the Stupid Catsekando bakka
A two-piece rock band that rose to fame on social media, Second Backer released this track in July 2025.
Set to a catchy, easy-to-listen-to band sound, it delivers a bittersweet tale of love, exploring feelings for someone special and the misunderstandings that arise.
The song is also included on their EP “I Had So Many Things I Couldn’t Say,” and was performed during the band’s first nationwide tour.
The music video features influencer Hikaru Giru, and on TikTok it has become a hot topic among younger audiences alongside the “Elbow Jab” trend.
With its catchy melody and down-to-earth lyrics, it’s a song that really hits home—singing it at a year-end or New Year party with younger members might earn a lot of empathy.
Ignition feat. Yuaru & Nenne*Luna
Featuring guest vocalists Yuaru and Nenne, Luna’s creation is an anthem that captures the moment of igniting an inner fire and renewing oneself.
Released in October 2025, it blends elements of J-pop, EDM, and dance-pop into a dynamic, compelling sound.
The harmonies and contrasts woven by the two vocalists vividly launch the story from “ignition to acceleration.” Riding on a driving melody, it delivers a resolve to pry open the door to the future, fueled by long-held feelings within.
It’s the perfect track for when you want to move forward as your true self.
Great personVaundy
Written in 2021 as an inspire song for the NHK Taiga drama “Reach Beyond the Blue Sky,” the track—left unreleased for nearly four years—finally became available for streaming in October 2025.
Inspired by the life of Eiichi Shibusawa, the piece confronts a reality that cannot be satisfied by existing norms or ready-made answers, while singing of the will to keep moving forward nonetheless.
Its stance of accepting one’s imperfect self as is and choosing to live with a smile carries a message that resonates especially in today’s era, when self-denial often prevails.
I can’t breatheSatō chinami ni
This duet track captures the feeling of drowning in suffocation with a driving BPM of 179.
Created by Chinami Sato and featuring Hatsune Miku and Kasane Teto SV, the song was released in October 2025.
Set to a four-on-the-floor beat, the lyrics convey the oppressive sense of external gazes and words eroding the body.
While the world goes on with everyday life, the protagonist keeps drowning alone—a portrayal rendered with raw urgency.
If you’ve ever lost sight of where you belong, you’ll surely relate.
Mischievous Kissday after tomorrow
Set against the Sengoku period, the epic fantasy anime Inuyasha features many poignant ballads, but among them is a particularly standout pop-style ending theme.
Created by day after tomorrow, the track is marked by misono’s bright, soaring vocals and a bouncy beat.
Its lyrics, which straightforwardly express the thrill of falling in love, create a striking contrast with the anime’s weighty narrative.
Included on the 2003 single DAY STAR, it reached No.
6 on the Oricon Weekly Chart.
Used from Episode 109 to Episode 127, this song brought a refreshing breeze to the show’s endings.
It’s perfect for when you want to lift your spirits or reminisce about 2000s J-pop!