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” (181–190)
Inori (feat. C.O.S.A.)Yo-Sea
It’s captivating for its crystalline sound that feels like a fog lifting from the heart.
The track is a collaboration between singer Yo-Sea and rapper C.O.S.A., included on the album “Sea of Love” released in August 2023.
Yo-Sea’s clear yet slightly fragile vocals and the chill track’s groove are truly comfortable.
The lyrics are also wonderful, as if they release your inner anxieties and affirm the present moment.
Give it a listen when you want to sink into deep relaxation.
No, it’s fine.Mirei Touyama
This work portrays a devoted feeling—continuing to think of someone even in the aching situation where you can’t meet them right away.
Its relaxed rhythm and R&B-style vocals, which skillfully capture subtle shades of emotion, gently seep into the depths of the heart.
The song was released in November 2020 and was later included on the mini-album “still.” It’s the kind of track that will softly embrace your heart when you listen on a sentimental night, thinking of someone dear.
ExcuseArche
Singer-songwriter Arche crafts a comfortable sound centered on R&B and neo-soul.
He began his activities around 2022, steadily releasing tracks mainly via streaming and growing his fanbase.
His world, where hip-hop-derived grooves blend with lyrical Japanese lyrics that make room for silence, draws you in before you know it.
In April 2025, his song “you are” was featured in a vocational school TV commercial and selected for J-WAVE’s SONAR TRAX, which sparked a rise in attention.
Riding that momentum, his first full-length album, “sublimated,” released in June 2025, may well have cemented his place on the scene.
His intimate, whisper-close vocals are perfect for chill time.
Cool POPYONA YONA WEEKENDERS
YONA YONA WEEKENDERS is a band that delivers mellow sounds coloring the city nights.
Released in April 2025, this track is a dance-pop tune that captures the moment when everyday life begins to shine through the magic of music.
The buoyant bassline, crisp cutting guitar, and shimmering synths weave a groove that feels irresistibly good.
It conveys the rush of excitement as, the instant the music hits, your mood shifts into a cooler, more confident version of yourself.
Created to celebrate the band’s fourth major-debut anniversary, the song is also included on the EP “Yoyoi no Yoi,” released in September of the same year.
Whether for an afternoon drive to lift your spirits or a private moment of relaxation, listening to it will make the usual scenery feel just a bit more special.
Inaho (feat. nishina)Dakki
Rap artist Tsubaki, who is based in Okinawa and even took first place in the “Ryuha BEST RAPPER AWARDS” in 2017, captivates many listeners with lyrics that reflect raw, unfiltered emotions.
A track from his debut album “Camellia,” released in August 2025, featuring singer-songwriter Nishina, is essential when talking about chill hip-hop.
Over a mellow beat crafted by producer hokuto, he delivers introspective verses that strive to overcome past struggles and anxieties about the future.
The contrast with Nishina’s gentle vocals accentuates the song’s bittersweet atmosphere.
Like rice ears swaying in the wind, this drifting piece seems like the perfect quiet companion for a sunset drive.
EarringShio Reira
Singer-songwriter Reira Ushio is popular among the younger generation for her clear vocals and relatable lyrics.
Of her many songs, this track released in March 2025 is one I especially recommend when you want to sink into a chill mood.
Its airy, organic electronic sound feels wonderfully soothing, with the arrangement handled by ESME MORI.
The lyrics portray a single-minded crush—you find yourself constantly thinking about the person you like, listening to the songs they were humming, and spending sleepless nights—moments that will make you nod and think, “I’ve been there.” Seiichi Nagai of Sōtaisei Riron adds guitar that heightens the bittersweet mood.
Give it a listen as BGM while studying or during a relaxing evening.
Is It a CrimeMariah the Scientist, Kali Uchis
How about a sublime collaboration track that’s perfect for nights when you want to sink into a chill mood? It’s the first joint effort from Mariah the Scientist, a standout in alternative R&B, and Kali Uchis, who effortlessly moves between Latin and soul.
Mariah’s calm delivery and Kali Uchis’s luscious vocals layer like a conversation, rendering the slightly bitter themes of guilt and inner conflict in love with both sensuality and delicacy.
The track is a lead single from Mariah’s album “Hearts Sold Separately,” slated for release in August 2025.
Its spacious beat and refined production make it ideal for late-night drives or as a soundtrack for quiet, solitary days at home.