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” (141–150)
On your marksaimyon
This is a song scheduled for digital release in July 2025, selected as the theme song for the TBS drama “The 19th Chart.” In an interview, Aimyon said, “It’s my first song at 30, and it also has the meaning of returning to my roots.” The tempo is very relaxed, with little pitch fluctuation, making it an easy key to sing.
If you want to return to your origins or make a fresh start, why not learn this song? Also, as the song progresses into the latter half, Aimyon’s singing shifts from falsetto to chest voice.
Even without consciously trying, I think you’ll naturally be drawn into the world of the song as you sing it.
In particular, the latter half of the final chorus is sung with great power.
As your emotions rise, it’s easy to tense up, so try singing while projecting your voice into the distance to avoid straining.
Internet Junk JunkieCapchii
Released in September 2025 under the banner “Hyperflip Inspired!!,” this work is a provocative Vocaloid track themed around internet dependence.
Crafted by Capchii, it unleashes electronic sounds driven by synthesizers and programmed beats that race in every direction, evoking total immersion in a digital society.
The music video is by visual creator Taaachan_, with illustrations by Renkonpanchi.
If you live a life steeped in the online world, this will surely hit home.
Highly recommended for fans of future bass and high-tempo EDM!
In the Backroomssyudou
This song is striking for its dark atmosphere, where feelings of entrapment and inner conflict swirl.
Created by syudou, it was selected as the ending theme for Episode 5 of Chainsaw Man in November 2022.
Inspired by the internet urban legend “The Backrooms,” it portrays the protagonist’s exposed emotions in an inescapable space.
This aligns closely with Episode 5’s plot, where Denji and the others are trapped in a hotel, resulting in a highly compatible pairing with the series.
The track is also included on the 2023 album Rokotsu.
Give it a careful listen when you want to confront inner turmoil.
Songs whose titles start with 'I'. Masterpieces that start with 'I' (151–160)
Eenie Meenie Lost ChildŌgami Mio
Hololive VTuber Mio Ookami released a song in October 2025 that was chosen as the theme for the third cour of the TV anime “Nmeneko.” Written, composed, and arranged by Akki, its gently phrased lyrics weave in sentiments about choices, adventure, and cherishing time spent with loved ones.
Don’t miss the adorable animated music video by Gomahichi.
It’s an anime pop track that will lift your spirits.
Ishikari ElegyKitahara Mirei
A classic song set in Ishikari, Hokkaido, portraying a man devoted to the herring fishery and the bittersweet feelings of the woman who stays by his side.
Released in June 1975 as Mirei Kitahara’s eighth single, it won both the Lyricist Award and the Arrangement Award at the Tokyo Music Festival.
Rei Nakanishi’s lyrically rich words, Keisuke Hama’s wistful melody, and Shunichi Makaino’s emotionally charged arrangement come together as one to dramatically express the sorrow and resignation of people who live by the northern sea.
Brimming with deep lyricism that conjures images of mending nets on a snow-swept winter shore, this piece is perfect for moments when you want to quietly reflect on the scenes of the Showa era.
In My TownMr.Children
A languid, bittersweet ballad that quietly gazes at the year-end cityscape.
It’s a track by Mr.Children included on the album “(an imitation) blood orange,” beginning with a gentle, piano-centered arrangement and building in the latter half as full band sounds layer in.
The restrained use of strings accentuates an undercurrent of uncontainable restlessness and loneliness.
Released in November 2012, the album sold about 530,000 copies in its first week and ranked eighth on the year-end chart.
Although it had no tie-ins, the lyrics—which sing of the year-end atmosphere and complex feelings toward society—gradually seep into the listener’s heart.
It’s a recommended song for moments at the close of the year when you want to quietly reflect on the city and your own state of mind.
Someday, in a world of nothingnessmakaroni enpitsu
In addition to general rock, Macaroni Empitsu is a band with a wide musical range, from psychedelic to hard rock.
For men who like Japanese rock, you could say they’re an extremely popular band.
Among their songs, the one I especially recommend is Itsuka Nani mo Nai Sekai de.
Although the song sits in an easy-to-sing range of mid1 A to hi A, it still builds excitement properly, and in the chorus you can let out a big voice with a near-shouted feel.
The scat-like section at the end of the chorus starts with a shout, so it’s good to aim for a slightly more vigorous, rough vocal style.
