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 roundup of Japanese songs with titles starting with “Ji.” From trending tracks to popular hits (121–130)
I want to communicate with a bicycle bell.Ego Yuna
You can almost picture the school route with the autumn wind blowing through it—the fresh, light melody feels so pleasant.
The lyrics about the fluttering moment of passing by someone you like in the clear air of October will surely resonate with many who’ve had the same experience.
The pure protagonist who entrusts their unspoken feelings to the ring of a bicycle bell makes your heart skip a beat.
This work is the long-awaited first solo release from Yuna Ego, known for her activities with SKE48, and it’s included on the single “I Found the You from Back Then,” released in September 2021.
Featured on NHK’s music program J-MELO, Ego’s transparent, radiant voice delivers a sweet-and-sour youth anthem that strikes straight to the heart.
Hilarious lifeShōnan no Kaze feat. Hamada Masatoshi
This is an exuberantly upbeat cheer song that blends sizzling reggae sounds with the humor of Kansai dialect.
The track, released in May 2025, features Shonan no Kaze with Downtown’s Masatoshi Hamada.
It was created as the theme song for “Gobugobu Festival 2025,” hosted by Hamada.
Shonan no Kaze’s signature energetic sound meshes perfectly with approachable phrases said to be gathered from Hamada’s everyday conversations with his friends.
It carries a powerful message: whatever happens in life, laugh it off in the end and keep moving forward.
It feels like a warm, strong push on the listener’s back.
It’s the perfect song for when you’re feeling down or when you want to rally your friends and boost everyone’s spirits.
19 MemoriesKato Miria
This is a popular number by Miliyah Kato that vividly captures the delicate emotions of a teenager at the brink of adulthood, swaying between being a child and an adult.
It was inspired by Namie Amuro’s classic “SWEET 19 BLUES,” and reflects Kato’s own genuine feelings when she was 19.
You can really feel the painfully honest, complex mindset of youth—wanting to act strong but actually feeling fragile.
Released in February 2008, the track is included on albums such as TOKYO STAR.
For those listening during that time of life when anticipation and anxiety about becoming an adult are intertwined, its bittersweet melody may truly resonate and capture your heart.
All set and ready to go!Hanada Yuuichirou, Nagata Maya
Let me introduce “Junbi Bantantan!”, a song that cheers kids on as they get ready in the morning and at night.
It’s very rhythmic and easy to remember.
It appeared as the May 2023 monthly song on NHK’s “Okaasan to Issho.” With its fresh, bright melody, it became popular as a tune that makes parents and children want to hum along while getting ready.
The lyrics are by Momi Fujimoto, and the music is by Tetsuro Oda, a producer behind many J-pop hits.
It’s an energetic song that brightens up families’ daily routines.
If kids get ready while singing, it might boost their mood, too!
A compilation of Japanese songs with titles starting with 'Ji': from trending tracks to popular hits (131–140)
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Ecosystem made a striking debut, with their major-label debut serving as the theme song for a hit anime right out of the gate.
Released in November 2011, this track lit up the opening of the TV anime Gintama’.
It’s a straightforward rock number brimming with a sense of speed.
The song portrays a struggle against a reality that can’t be changed.
In the midst of daily life that never goes as ideally as we hope, the frustrating feelings that make you want to scream from the depths of your heart come through painfully clearly via the emotional vocals.
Listening while thinking about Gintoki and the others—the pasts they carry and the burdens they bear—might make the story feel even deeper.
Jungle P5050
This is a song by the eight-member band 5050, used as the opening theme for the TV anime One Piece.
Its irresistibly bright, ska-based sound alone lifts your spirits and fills you with excitement for the grand adventure that’s about to begin.
The lyrics express the thrill of a sweeping journey across the world’s seas and a spirit of curiosity that drives one to challenge the unknown.
Released as a single in November 2007, the track accompanied episodes 326 through 372 of the anime.
You can practically picture Luffy and his crew confronting hardships with the strength of their bonds.
It’s a perfect song not only for boosting your mood on a drive, but also as an anthem to cheer you on when taking a new step forward.
Wandering StarRUKI
RUKI from JO1 released his second solo single in August 2025, a track distinguished by its grand, rock-infused sound.
The song serves as the theme for the feature-length animated film “As One,” in which he voices the protagonist.
Blending seamlessly with the film’s world, it delivers a moving experience, portraying the bond between two people drawn to each other across time and space, carried by a powerful melody.
Perhaps because RUKI wrote both the lyrics and music himself, a deep affection for the story seems to resonate in every note.
Its dramatic progression, aligned with the story’s sweeping scale, powerfully stirs the listener’s heart!