A roundup of Japanese songs whose titles start with “ji,” from buzzworthy tracks to popular hits.
As one way to liven up karaoke, you might sing songs by the same artist or within the same genre.
Another fun idea is to pick a character from the Japanese syllabary and sing songs that start with it.
In this article, we’ll introduce a variety of tracks themed around songs that start with “ji.”
There are many words that begin with “ji,” so you can enjoy a wide variety of titles.
From upbeat, crowd-pleasing pop and rock to heartwarming ballads, check these out for inspiration when choosing karaoke songs or creating playlists.
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A compilation of Japanese songs with titles starting with 'Ji' (じ), from trending tracks to popular hits (91–100)
Gymnopédie No. 1Erik Satie
Composed in 1888, Erik Satie’s Gymnopédie No.
1 from Three Gymnopédies remains a beloved masterpiece more than 130 years later.
Marked “Lent et douloureux” (“Slowly, with pain”), the piece floats in a gentle triple meter with shimmering major seventh chords, evoking a certain sadness while enveloping the listener in a tender warmth.
In 1897, Satie’s friend Claude Debussy orchestrated it, helping the work gain wider recognition.
In Japan, it has frequently been used in television commercials—by companies such as Shiseido, Ebara Foods, and staffing agencies—so many people may have heard it there.
It has also been selected for figure skating programs.
Listening to it before bedtime or on a night after a tiring day at work can bring a soothing sense of relief, as if the heart is gently lightened.
lyric poemL’Arc〜en〜Ciel
L’Arc~en~Ciel’s song “Jojoushi” is highly acclaimed overseas.
The more you love L’Arc’s musicality, the more highly you’ll likely rate this piece.
Its greatest charm is, above all, the flowing, beautiful vocal line.
Although the song frequently switches between falsetto and chest voice, all the falsetto parts sit at a certain height, so even those who lack confidence in their falsetto volume can feel at ease.
Rather than lowering the key to adjust, it’s recommended to focus on producing your head voice and adjust by raising the key instead.
Please use this as a reference.
Invitation to FreedomL’Arc〜en〜Ciel
An emblematic work of L’Arc~en~Ciel’s 2000s era, characterized by a strong pop-rock flavor, Jiyū e no Shōtai.
Released in 2004, it has maintained enduring popularity thanks to its catchy melodies and expansive, soaring phrases.
With a vocal range of mid2A to hiE—quite wide even among L’Arc~en~Ciel’s songs—it tends to be difficult for those with a narrower range.
However, the pitch movement isn’t overly drastic, and many phrases emphasize sustain, making it relatively singable for those with higher voices.
era; age; time; periodarashi
This is a single released in August 2001, known as the theme song for the drama “The Kindaichi Case Files,” starring group member Jun Matsumoto.
It’s an undeniably cool track that fuses rock guitar with rap.
The lyrics convey a strong determination to make decisions with one’s own heart and not be swept along, precisely because the world is so convenient.
This was also their last release under Pony Canyon, making it a song that symbolizes a turning point for the group.
At karaoke, it’s sure to get the crowd going if everyone splits up the rap parts.
The key sits in a comfortable range for male singers, but rhythm is crucial—so listen closely and then give it a try.
Just A Lil Bit Feat. Sik-KJP THE WAVY
Released in January 2019, this mellow Japan–Korea collaboration features the popular Korean rapper Sik-K.
It portrays the aching feelings of wavering between lingering attachment to an ex and the reality that there’s no going back, interweaving Japanese and Korean lyrics.
JP THE WAVY’s melodious flow that shifts between singing and rapping intertwines perfectly with Sik-K’s singing-rap, creating a smooth, pleasing groove.
The track was also included on the April 2020 album “LIFE IS WAVY,” and later served as a springboard to their 2023 follow-up collaboration, “I.Y.A feat.
Sik-K.” Recommended for anyone who wants to feel the universality of love that transcends language and borders, and for fans of mellow hip-hop.
G actRADWIMPS
“I just haven’t gotten serious yet” — this song sharply portrays a self who hides behind that excuse and can’t take action.
It’s a track by RADWIMPS, included on their 2011 album Zettai Zetsumei.
The title “G” evokes “masturbation,” but what’s depicted is a young person who keeps consoling themselves for failing to show their true ability.
The rapid-fire rap lyrics capture a complex mindset where bravado and self-loathing intertwine.
Because the drums were sped up in production, the song remained absent from live sets for a long time, but it was finally performed for the first time on their 2023 tour.
It’s bound to pierce the hearts of those who keep making excuses to themselves and those struggling with the gap between reality and their ideals.
Supporting Actress Syndromeback number
It’s a song that vividly portrays a hopeless love—one where the narrator, fully aware they’ll never be “the one,” continues a relationship in which they’re called on only when convenient.
Released as the B-side to back number’s 2012 single Aoi Haru and later included on the album blues, it depicts a protagonist who sarcastically acknowledges settling for an ambiguous relationship yet can’t stop the feelings that grow with every time they sleep together.
The fear that putting it into words would break everything keeps them swallowing the decisive confession, a detail that feels painfully real.
The groovy sound—highlighted by what Iyori Shimizu has called the standout bass line before the second chorus—is another draw, and the song became so beloved by fans that it even spawned a sequel, Supporting Actress Syndrome 2.