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.
- A compilation of Vocaloid songs with titles that start with 'Ji'
- Songs that start with the letter “Shi.” Perfect for shiritori or karaoke!
- A roundup of songs with titles that start with 'ji' (rare!)
- A collection of Vocaloid songs with titles starting with 'ji' (ぢ)
- Summary of Vocaloid songs with titles that start with “Ga” (が)
- Songs with titles that start with 'gi'
- Songs Men Want Women to Sing at Karaoke: Irresistible Tracks [2026]
- Useful for song-title shiritori! A collection of songs whose titles start with “ze.”
- Songs whose titles start with “Do” – Solo Karaoke / Song-Title Shiritori
- A compilation of Vocaloid songs with titles that start with “I.”
- [July Karaoke Songs] Carefully selected summer classics and popular Japanese summer hits!
- Top Karaoke Songs That Get 20-Somethings Hyped [2026]
- A roundup of songs whose titles start with 'Zu.' Handy for karaoke.
A collection of Japanese songs with titles starting with “Ji.” From trending tracks to popular hits (211–220)
Joppari YosareNagayama Yōko
A representative of Yoko Nagayama’s signature “standing shamisen” style, the single “Joppari Yosare”—with the striking word “joppari,” meaning “stubborn”—was released in 2018 as the second installment marking her 35th anniversary.
Beyond the cool, driving timbre of the shamisen that creates a powerful rhythm and beat, the lyrics depicting a stubborn woman’s heart are impressively intense.
Even those who aren’t particularly into enka might enjoy “Joppari Yosare” as a cool, rock-tinged kayōkyoku.
You’ll certainly hear stylistic elements like kobushi and vibrato throughout, but the melody is easy to remember, making it a great challenge for enka beginners as well.
For the sultry low notes, practice with special attention so you can evoke the same alluring nuance as Nagayama.
Heartbroken over JuliaChekkāzu
The Checkers’ fifth single sets a bittersweet love story to a beautiful melody.
Released in November 1984, it vividly portrays the protagonist’s sense of loss and the faint memories of two people who met in the city.
The song reached No.
1 on the Oricon weekly chart and also topped the 1985 year-end ranking.
It was featured in the 2019 drama “Your Turn to Kill,” resonating across generations.
It’s a recommended track for soothing the pain of heartbreak or reminiscing about precious moments with a loved one.
Gramps and Grannywarabeuta
Let’s introduce a perfect traditional children’s song for gentle playtime with your baby! This piece lets you softly touch and play with your baby’s face, so you can enjoy watching their expressions change together.
It’s included on the album “Mainichi Warabe-uta from 0 Years Old,” released by King Records in August 2022, featuring the warm vocals of Emiko Kobayashi.
It’s also used in the child-rearing support activities of “Hapimoto” in Hashimoto City, Wakayama Prefecture, and is loved by many parents.
Sit your child on your lap and sing while facing them gently.
By tuning in to your baby’s feelings and taking your time to connect through touch, you’ll create a fun, smile-filled time of communication.
The Song of the Twelve Zodiac Animalssakushi sakkyoku/miyahira rie
A fun song where the twelve zodiac animals appear in a rhythmic sequence.
It’s perfect for New Year’s and might be a great way for children to become familiar with the twelve zodiac animals.
Created by Rie Miyahira, this piece won the Excellence Award at the 9th Lapomme Grand Prize and is widely loved in early childhood education settings.
Imitating animal sounds or moving your body as if you were each animal while singing makes it even more exciting and enjoyable.
It’s a recommended song to sing with children not only for New Year’s events but also at gatherings with an animal theme.
Gentle TalkSunburst
Formed by elite musicians who lit up Japan’s fusion scene in the 1980s, Sunburst was a true supergroup that epitomized the genre’s golden era.
Talented artists such as Kazumi Watanabe and Toshiyuki Honda came together to craft a sophisticated, urban sound rooted in jazz fusion and interwoven with funk and rock.
Their classic 1980 release, “Sunburst,” earned overwhelming support from fusion fans at the time.
Showcasing exceptional musicianship and refined arrangements, the album was reissued on CD in a remastered edition in 2016, garnering high praise from a new generation of listeners.
Immerse yourself in this shining masterpiece of Japanese fusion, where sleek, urban sonics meet effortlessly pleasing melodies.
Why Don’t You Play in Hell?Hoshino Gen
This is a celebrated song by Gen Hoshino that sings of a light of hope found in lonely darkness.
Chosen as the theme song for the film of the same name released in October 2013, it carries profound insights born from experiences in a hospital room.
The message—that “lies” and “fabrications” can become supports for the heart and help us find the strength to endure a painful reality—is filled with tenderness and poignancy.
While harmonizing with the film’s worldview, the arrangement shines with Gen Hoshino’s signature pop melodies woven together with elements of jazz and funk.
In the brisk sound and layered vocals, you can feel a strong resolve to face harsh realities and still keep moving forward.
It’s a song that resonates deeply with those who struggle to live yet want to find hope, and with those who, for the sake of someone important, find themselves in situations where they must tell a lie.
Playful Love Ai AiHanada Yuuichirou, Nagata Maya
Let me introduce a warm, cat-themed song featured on NHK’s “Okaasan to Issho.” Sung by Yuichiro Hanada and Maya Nagata, this piece charms with its bright, cheerful melody that depicts cats playfully frolicking together.
Since February 2025, it has been broadcast as the show’s “Song of the Month,” with the brother-and-sister singing duo transforming into cats and performing rhythmic choreography on the program.
Filled with the feelings of Hanada, a devoted cat lover who lives with five cats, this song is perfect for moving your body to the music together with your child!