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' (341–350)
Rigged Dancemafumafu
Featuring danceable beats and a melody that sticks in your head after just one listen, this is a work Mafumafu released in November 2020.
Its hallmark is a cynical worldview that dances the night away as if mocking the absurdities and lies of the world.
The call-and-response between Kagamine Rin and Len feels like an embodiment of two sides of the same heart.
The catchy rock sound will have your body keeping time before you know it.
Try taking on this song at karaoke!
#Quit the internetAoya Natsuo
This is a duet by Natsuo Aoya laced with biting irony.
Released in October 2019, the song was later included on the album “Joke.” Set to a hip-hop groove, it delivers a cynical message about social media and internet culture.
It’s a uniquely cool track with a curious atmosphere.
Be sure to sing it with a friend and have a blast.
The way homeIwasaki Hiromi
Hiromi Iwasaki’s classic “Ieji” (The Way Home).
Her voice has had a pleasantly mature timbre since her youth, and it particularly shines in lyrical songs like this.
The song’s range spans mid1 E to hi C#, which is fairly common for female vocals.
The tail end of the chorus requires a bit of lung capacity, so be sure to take a deep breath at the preceding break point before singing through it.
This section has a similar vibe to Shizuka Kudo’s “Koi Hitoyo,” so intentionally singing with a lighter touch can also work well.
Colorful Shichimi (Seven-Spice Blend)Gadoro
This is a track by GADORO that sings of love for his hometown and his own unvarnished way of life.
Included on the album HOME, released in July 2025, the song symbolizes the opening of his “second chapter.” His unpretentious life is portrayed with strength, and its down-to-earth lyrics make you naturally see yourself in them.
It’s hip-hop that fuels you for tomorrow—highly recommended for those striving away from their hometown or anyone who wants to revisit their roots.
Innocent DaysSexy Zone
Amid a harsh reality, this gem of a ballad by Sexy Zone resonates with a message about turning a shining past into strength and moving toward the future.
It was used as an insert song in the drama “Miss Devil: The Devil of HR, Mako Tsubaki,” starring group member Shori Sato.
Released in June 2018, the track impressively topped the Oricon weekly chart, and its film-like music video also became a hot topic.
Rather than merely reminiscing about the past, it gently supports the desire to use it as nourishment and take a step into tomorrow—a song full of kindness.
the livingŌhashi Torio
This is a track by Ohashi Trio whose weighty piano and strings conjure scenes as if you were watching a film.
It was written as the theme song for the drama Detective Romance, which aired from January 2023 and starred Gaku Hamada.
Depicting the romance of people living through difficult times and the vitality that drives them toward the future, the piece was later included on the EP Karatachi no Yume.
Its message—offering prayers to sorrow and urging us to bloom powerfully with a pure, unadorned heart—feels as if it gently envelops us.
When you find yourself stuck in an uncertain situation, this song will surely give you the energy to rise again.
charmingShiina Ringo
This piece was released in April 2022 as the ending theme for Ojarumaru, an anime long beloved on NHK E-Tele.
Ringo Sheena and the anime both began in 1998 as “同期” (peers who started in the same year), making this a heartwarming collaboration to celebrate their 25th anniversaries.
With only piano and vocals, its simple arrangement unfolds a lyrical world that evokes twilight scenes and a sense of nostalgia.
Dedicated to the adorable characters, the song blends literary depth with charming sweetness—an unmistakably Ringo Sheena worldview.
It’s a track that offers a warm moment, as if reminding you of something precious.