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” (191–200)
He was alive, wasn’t he?aimyon
This is the major-label debut single by Aimyon, a singer-songwriter from Hyogo Prefecture, released in November 2016.
Shocked by news of a suicide by jumping, Aimyon wrote this piece with honest words about life and death.
The contrast between the fact that an unknown someone undeniably lived and the cold reactions online pierces the heart.
It was also used as the opening theme for the drama “Is Kichijoji the Only Place You Want to Live?” It’s a deeply moving number that offers support to junior high school students who feel lonely or find life hard.
Someday, the flowers will bloom.sasaki isao
This song, which closed out the ending of J.A.K.Q.
Dengekitai, is a classic that sings of hope—believing that even while carrying today’s pain and setbacks, the time will come when it all pays off.
The lyrics were written by Saburo Yatsude, a familiar name in Toei productions, with composition and arrangement by Chumei Watanabe.
Built around bold brass accents and a driving rhythm section, the track runs just over two minutes, and the chorus repeats the title phrase for maximum memorability.
Released in April 1977 by Nippon Columbia as the B-side of the single “J.A.K.Q.
Dengekitai,” it aired weekly as the show’s ending theme from April to December of the same year, filling living rooms across Japan.
Serving to land the heroes’ battles for justice on an emotional note, it kept anticipation alive for the following week.
It’s a song you’ll want to hear when you don’t want to lose hope, even in difficult times.
1 plus 2 plus Sun VulcanKushida Akira
This is the latter ending theme of TV Asahi’s “Taiyo Sentai Sun Vulcan,” aired in October 1981—a spirited number sung by Akira Kushida and the Columbia Yurikago-kai.
Riding a samba rhythm, the call-and-response of “Eagle! Shark! Panther!” rings out, invoking the three warriors and expressing the concept of fusion—three powers becoming one—with the clarity of 1 plus 2.
Written by Keisuke Yamakawa and composed by Chuumei Watanabe, the golden duo of tokusatsu music, the song uses a counting-rhyme style that kids can naturally sing along to, cheerfully teaching the importance of teamwork.
Released as a single by Nippon Columbia, it has continued to appear in commemorative box sets and compilation albums over the years.
It’s the perfect track when you’re in the mood to sing out energetically alongside the heroes!
Now, in the windKageyama Hironobu
This ending theme was included on the single released in February 2002 and was used for Ninpuu Sentai Hurricaneger.
The lyrics and composition were handled by Hideaki Takatori, who also sings the opening.
Its message of courage and growth—told through images of nature like the sky, sea, and earth—resonates deeply.
Themes such as the resolve to grow stronger in the wind and the energy known only to true courage are powerfully delivered by Hironobu Kageyama’s soaring high-tone vocals.
It’s a recommended track for when you want to bask in the afterglow of battle or feel hope for tomorrow.
Songs whose titles start with “I.” Masterpieces that begin with “I” (201–210)
if you comeAqua Timez
Released in October 2025, “if you come” was written specifically for Fuji TV’s New Tokyo Water Police and stands as the band’s final song after their reunion.
Its lyrics carry the message of moving forward in the present even while bearing difficulties, resonating with those who refuse to give up hope.
The melodious, dynamic band sound is striking as well.
It’s a gem of a rock track that symbolizes their career.
It Takes TwoCHEMISTRY
The title track from the single “It Takes Two / SOLID DREAM / MOVE ON,” released in November 2002.
A mid-tempo number that blends R&B and pop in their signature style, its appeal lies in the unique twin-vocal call-and-response and rich harmonies.
As the title suggests, the lyrics carry the message that “only the two of us can achieve this,” embodying the very essence of CHEMISTRY as a duo.
The song was used as the theme for the drama “Double Score” and reached No.
1 on the Oricon Weekly Chart.
In 2008, it was re-recorded with a more lyrical arrangement after being selected by fan vote, cementing its status as a long-loved track.
A quintessential early CHEMISTRY song that lets you fully savor the musical chemistry between Dochin and Kawabata.
Innocent BlueOmoinotake
Omoinotake’s track Innocent Blue, released on October 29, 2025.
Many of you may have first heard the song through its use in the commercial for Bourbon Alfort Mini Chocolate.
The song’s vocal range spans from mid1 D to hi D, which is quite wide for a male vocal.
While the pitch movement is extremely dynamic, the BPM itself is a relaxed 118.
However, because there are many sustained high notes, the difficulty can definitely be rated at A to S level.
