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Songs with titles that start with “Sa”: a roundup you can use for shiritori or karaoke

What songs come to mind with titles that start with “Sa”? In this article, we’ll introduce songs whose titles begin with “Sa,” which are handy for games like song-title shiritori or karaoke with letter restrictions.

When you think of “sa,” many people picture sakura (cherry blossoms) that bloom beautifully in spring—and along with that, there are countless songs that have “sakura” in their titles.

Starting with the power word “sakura,” we’ve gathered a variety of songs whose titles begin with “sa.” Be sure to check them out and use them in different situations!

Songs whose titles start with “Sa.” A roundup useful for shiritori or karaoke (231–240)

sun-fadedHatsuboshi Gakuen

Hatsuboshi Academy “Sunfaded” Official Music Video (Hatsuboshi Gakuen – Sunfaded)
sun-fadedHatsuboshi Gakuen

This piece is sung by Hiro Shinozawa of Hatsuboshi Academy from the mobile game “Gakuen Idolmaster.” Following the previous song “Koukei” (“Scenery”), it was also produced by Hakushi Hasegawa.

Many listeners will likely feel nostalgic at the lyrics that capture the glitter and fragility of youth—the defenselessness of a summer day when you forgot to put on sunscreen, or a fleeting moment when the light looked like a shining ring.

The edgy alternative rock sound paired with her clear, translucent voice is a contrast that really hits home.

Give it a listen as the seasons change, and let your thoughts wander.

Sakura is sakura.Maki Yufuko

Yuko Maki “Sakura wa Sakura” Music Video
Sakura is sakura.Maki Yufuko

Yuko Maki built the foundation of her acting at the Shiki Theatre Company’s research institute before soaring into the world of enka.

She debuted in 1989 with “Inochi-bana,” winning the Bronze Prize at the Shinjuku Kayō Festival.

Since then, she has earned the King Records Hit Award with an impressive twelve songs, including “Enishi-gawa” and “Ame no Shian-bashi.” Her true forte is the “Enka Musical,” which harnesses the expressive power she cultivated in Japanese classical dance.

Her stage performances—fusing singing, acting, and dance—are nothing short of breathtaking.

If you’re looking to discover something new in music, be sure to check her out!

Songs whose titles start with “Sa.” A roundup useful for shiritori and karaoke (241–250)

Awesome Rock You!Yazawa Eikichi

Awesome 'Rock You'! / From the new album 'TWIST'
Awesome Rock You!Yazawa Eikichi

The moment the intro guitar riff rings out, it blows away the dullness of everyday life—an exhilarating rock number.

This track opens the album “TWIST,” released in June 2010, and was also used in a commercial for Lotte’s “Xylitol Gum.” The protagonist taunts an unmotivated opponent and confidently declares they’ll show their very best.

That straightforward, powerful message stirs up excitement as if your soul were being shaken directly at a live show.

When you feel stuck, listening to this song might make you feel like, “I’ve still got more in me,” giving you a push forward.

Sakuragichōyuzu

Yuzu “Sakuragicho” Music Video
Sakuragichōyuzu

It’s a bittersweet yet beautiful ballad that vividly conjures the harbor-town scenery of Sakuragicho in Yokohama.

As the protagonist looks back on the irreplaceable days spent with a lover and tries to accept the reality that they can no longer meet, their heart-wrenching feelings come through.

Released as a single in June 2004, the song is also included on the acclaimed album “1 ~ONE~.” The music video featuring actress Satomi Ishihara further deepens the song’s world.

When you visit a place filled with memories of someone dear, this song will gently accompany the sentimental feelings that well up in your heart.

Stoke a fire in your loneliness10-FEET

Have you ever felt a sudden loneliness when you lose your way in life or try to remember the pure feelings you once had? This song is a rock number by 10-FEET that gently lights a flame in such a helpless heart.

TAKUMA paints the back of someone who, despite carrying dreams and regrets, still tries to face forward.

Seeing that figure overlap with yourself makes your chest tighten, doesn’t it? The track was included on the single “Sono Mukou e,” released in November 2011, which reached No.

8 on the Oricon weekly chart.

It was also featured on the following year’s album “thread.” When you find yourself at a standstill, the exhilarating drive of the sound and the warm tone of the harmonica will surely set your heart free.

You don’t have to force yourself—why not start by surrendering to this song?

ThunderbirdV6

V6 / Thunderbird -your voice- (YouTube Ver.)
ThunderbirdV6

This is V6’s 26th single, released in August 2004, featuring futuristic synth sounds.

Produced as the theme song for the Japanese-dubbed version of the film Thunderbirds, it reached No.

2 on the Oricon weekly chart.

The song portrays heroes who rush to answer calls for help and become beacons of hope.

It carries a message that the voice of someone precious can become courage and the power to take flight toward the future.

When you’re facing a new challenge and can’t take that final step, this track will give you a powerful push forward.

Goodbye, ApoptosisSatsuki

Goodbye Apoptosis / AI Nurse Robo_Type T
Goodbye, ApoptosisSatsuki

This is a song by Satsuki that portrays the ache of an irreversible farewell by likening it to the phenomenon of programmed cell death.

Released in July 2025, it was selected as the official demo song for the Yamaha AI sound source, Nurse Robo_Type T.

The crystalline vocals blend seamlessly into the ethereal sound arrangement, beautifully expressing the fragility of fading memories.

Once you listen, you’ll find it hard to escape its delicate and sophisticated world.

On nights when you want to immerse yourself in memories of someone dear, this piece will quietly stay by your side.