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” (shi/zi). From trending tracks to popular hits (151–160)
Johnny Remember MeThe Meteors
A song that tells a heartbreakingly terrifying tale of hearing the voice of a deceased lover whisper, “Don’t forget me,” again and again.
Originally a ghostly pop hit from 1961, it takes on a completely different character in the hands of psychobilly originators The Meteors.
This track features an aggressive sound that overwrites the original’s melancholy with punk urgency and a pounding upright bass.
The protagonist’s sorrow is transmuted into a near-maniacal energy that shakes the listener to the core.
Released in January 1983, it opens the classic album Wreckin’ Crew and has remained a live staple ever since.
How about giving it a spin on a night when you want to savor both horror-movie thrills and hard-hitting rock ’n’ roll?
The Other selfGRANRODEO
A rousing anthem woven from passionate lyrics and a powerful rock sound.
It sings of the courage to take on challenges and the importance of believing in your inner strength, giving a push to everyone involved in basketball.
Released by GRANRODEO in October 2013, this motivational song was also chosen as the opening theme for Season 2 of the anime Kuroko’s Basketball and achieved the remarkable feat of reaching No.
2 on the Oricon daily chart.
Also included on the album Karma to Labyrinth, this track is sure to be a reliable ally for players working hard in practice and fans cheering from the courtside.
Life is full of dreams.Shiina Ringo
This work raises its voice in a brilliant big-band sound to celebrate the wonder of life and hope for the future.
As we grow up and come to know reality, we hesitate to speak of our dreams… yet it gently gives us a push, reminding us that life is still rich and full of joy.
It makes us realize anew the joy of having someone call our name and the preciousness of being special.
Originally created for a commercial that aired starting in March 2016, it was later included on the self-cover album “Gyakuyunyuu ~Koukuukyoku~.” Listen to it when you’re about to take a new step forward, and your heart will surely feel lighter.
JourneyRIP SLYME
This song features a warm guitar tone with a 60s-inspired texture and a lively verbal back-and-forth by four MCs, creating a pleasant groove.
Produced as the title track for the album “JOURNEY,” released in June 2009 after about a year and seven months, it became a work symbolizing the beginning of a new chapter for the group.
Centered on the theme of life as a long journey, the lyrics are written in accessible language and seem to be filled with hope and anticipation for the future.
The positive message—echoing the group’s own feelings about restarting after a hiatus—resonates directly with the heart.
Its buoyant beat gently nudges anyone taking a new step forward and pairs perfectly with an uplifting weekend drive.
GIGOLO&GIGOLETBOØWY
A classic BOØWY track that vividly blends Kyosuke Himuro’s portrayal of cat-and-mouse in the urban night with Tomoyasu Hotei’s buoyant guitar riffs.
The lyrics, depicting a man and woman reveling in a fleeting game of love, draw listeners into a cool, slightly dangerous nocturnal world.
The song is included on the 1987 album PSYCHOPATH.
It’s a deeply cherished number for fans, having been performed at the legendary December 1987 concert where the band announced their breakup at the height of their popularity.
It’s perfect for a night drive when you want to lift your mood.
Tokyo-bound Entertainer feat. Ryoji Takarabeyokaroumon
It’s an uplifting anthem, full of warmth and strength, dedicated to those who left their hometowns to chase their dreams.
Created by Yokaroumon, an a cappella group from Fukuoka, in collaboration with their fellow Fukuoka native and close friend Ryoji Takarabe, the track rides on a lively rhythm woven by a cappella and beatboxing.
It vividly portrays the resolve of a young person who moved to Tokyo and the occasional waves of nostalgia that pass through.
Included on the July 2021 album “JUMP!!,” this song conveys the feelings of someone striving in the big city while thinking of their friends and hometown.
When you’re facing a new challenge or feeling a little worn out, listening to it might gently give you that nudge to think, “I can do my best too.”
A compilation of Japanese songs with titles starting with 'Ji' (じ), from trending tracks to fan favorites (161–170)
17 years oldMinami Saori
This is the striking debut single by Saori Minami, who burst onto the scene from Okinawa in 1971 like a comet.
The title “17-sai” (“Seventeen”), sung by her at the age of 16, is incredibly memorable, isn’t it? The scene of being alone by the seaside with someone you love, heart fluttering with a slightly grown-up kind of romance, is something many of us may have experienced.
The sweet-and-sour, slightly bittersweet feelings carried by the stylish, Western-influenced sound blend perfectly with Saori Minami’s clear, luminous voice, and even today it makes your heart tighten without you realizing it.