Songs with titles starting with 'O' [Great for karaoke and shiritori!]

Woman in a Late Autumn DrizzleNakayama Rumi

Rumi Nakayama “Woman Sayo-Shigure” Music Video

This is a song by Rumi Nakayama, a female enka singer from Osaka.

The third release since her move to Teichiku Records, it’s a bona fide enka piece that portrays a woman’s feelings as she sheds tears over an unattainable love.

The lyrics are by Koyomi Asa and the music by Hiroshi Tokuhisa, a powerhouse duo.

Like a gentle, lingering drizzle, the bittersweet emotions seep into your heart.

Nakayama’s deeply expressive vocals embody the futility of love, and listening will make you empathize with the pain of that romance.

Every time I remember it, I love it even more.Inagaki Jun’ichi & Karashima Midori

Junichi Inagaki & Midori Karashima – The More I Remember, the More Cherished It Becomes

This is an original duet single released in February 2011, featuring a collaboration between Junichi Inagaki and Midori Karashima.

Written specifically for them by Yasushi Akimoto and Makoto Mitsui, the song delicately expresses the feeling of growing tenderness that deepens over time when looking back on past loves and memories.

With Yuji Toriyama’s calm arrangement and the two singers’ gently enveloping vocals, it brings both nostalgia and a touch of bittersweetness.

In addition to being used as the theme song for the TBS information program “Hiruobi!,” the promotional video features Chikako Kaku, adding a trendy-drama style that enriches the song’s world.

It’s a perfect track for those who cherish old memories or want to quietly savor a mature love song.

All I Want For Christmas Is YouKimetsu no Yaiba MMD

[Demon Slayer MMD] All I Want For Christmas Is You [Kimetsu no Yaiba MMD]

This is a fan-made MMD video where characters from the hit anime Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba sing and dance to classic Christmas songs.

Tanjiro, Nezuko, and the Hashira appear one after another, and the choral staging—like weaving a harmony—is dazzling.

The Christmas-themed backdrops, such as snowy landscapes and illuminations, along with the inventive camera work, make it a joy to watch.

Released on platforms like YouTube, it’s highly praised by fans as a video that lets you feel both love for the characters and the festive holiday spirit at the same time.

It’s perfect for gatherings of kids who love Demon Slayer or for family karaoke time.

If you sing while channeling your favorite character, it’s sure to be a hit!

autumn orangeAAA

autumn orange

This song weaves together an autumn landscape dyed in orange and a bittersweet feeling that can’t be conveyed, even to someone so close by.

It’s a track included on AAA’s 2014 album “GOLD SYMPHONY,” delicately portraying both the imagery of fall and the emotions of unrequited love.

In the season of swirling dead leaves, the protagonist holds on to their feelings yet can’t take that first step—an experience many will surely relate to.

The vocals by Misako Uno and Takahiro Nishijima layer with Mitsuhiro Hidaka’s rap to express shifting emotions.

It’s a poignant pop tune you’ll want to listen to by the window at dusk.

Ojamajo Carnival!!MAHO dō

[Official] “Ojamajo Carnival!!” Dance Video #OjamajoDoremi1620s

This is MAHO-dou’s debut single, released in March 1999 as the opening theme for the first season of the TV anime Ojamajo Doremi.

Its bubbly pop arrangement and irresistibly catchy melody are the main draws.

The lyrics are sprinkled with magic spells and energetic call-and-responses, making you feel brighter just by listening.

It enjoys enduring popularity on karaoke charts, and longtime anime fans can’t help but hum along.

Perfect for dance events and “I tried dancing” videos, it’s a quintessential anisong track.

Obake bake bake gaccha!Keroponzu

Ghosts, Beke-beke, Bakegatcha! / Starring: Keropons & Ryuzo Fukuda

If you want to get kids excited at a Halloween event, this song—where you can dance along with friendly ghosts—is highly recommended.

It was produced in October 2022 as a song provided to BMK and was selected as the theme song for the TV anime “Obake Zukan!” within TV Tokyo’s “Oha Suta.” Furthermore, in February 2023, a version sung by Keropons themselves was released, and in the music video—choreographed under the supervision of Ryuzo Fukuda—you can see everyone joyfully dancing with the ghosts.

Its upbeat, danceable rhythm and the thrilling world where ghosts appear are part of its charm, and it’s packed with easy-to-learn moves kids will want to copy.

Dance together with children dressed as ghosts or pumpkins at a Halloween party, and you’re sure to have a time full of smiles.

Little Ghost-chan DanceKutsuna Mika

[Halloween Song] Little Ghost Dance / Preschool / Kids Song

This is a Halloween dance song written and composed by Mika Kutsuna, who is also active as a Eurhythmics instructor.

A cute little ghost takes center stage, and other charming characters appear as well.

With its lively rhythm and catchy melody, it’s perfect for moving your body and having fun with kids.

The piece features an upbeat vibe and adorable choreography, and it’s available on the YouTube channel “Niko-Oto Channel.” There are both a normal tempo and a sped-up version, so you can choose based on the level of excitement you want.

Dance with children dressed as ghosts and pumpkins at your Halloween party, and you’re sure to have a time full of smiles.

Drawing on her experience creating over 200 original curricula and teaching more than 2,000 children, Kutsuna crafts her music with kids in mind.