[2026] Recommended karaoke songs for women in their 70s: from enka to Showa-era pop
For women in their seventies, songs from the 1960s through the 1980s are likely especially familiar.
Enka and Showa-era pop songs that colored this period still linger in the heart today.
In this article, we’ll introduce a selection of recommended songs for women in their seventies to sing at karaoke.
We’ve chosen well-known tracks across generations, so they’ll be enjoyable not only with peers but also with people of many different ages.
Use this as a guide when picking songs for your next karaoke session.
- Sing-Along Hits! Karaoke Songs That Get Women in Their 70s Excited
- [For women in their 70s] A collection of songs that are easy to sing even for people who are tone-deaf
- Easy-to-sing songs recommended for women in their 70s: A collection of classic hits perfect for karaoke
- [Karaoke] A Collection of Japanese Songs for Women in Their 70s to Sing [2026]
- [For Seniors] Popular Karaoke Songs That Everyone Can Enjoy Together
- [Recommended for people in their 70s] Songs that really move you. Beloved classic Japanese hits of the past.
- Tear-jerking songs for women in their 70s: from Showa-era classics to Heisei hits
- Easy-to-sing songs recommended for women in their 80s: a reference for choosing karaoke tracks!
- [Recommended for people in their 70s] Songs that get everyone excited. Songs you’ll want to sing at karaoke.
- [For Seniors] Songs Everyone Can Sing Together! A Roundup of Recommended Crowd-Pleasers
- Karaoke songs you’ll want to sing for men in their 70s: Enka and nostalgic Showa-era pop
- Recommended love songs for women in their 70s: A collection of nostalgic love songs
- Ranking of popular songs for senior citizens
[2026] Recommended karaoke songs for women in their 70s: From enka to Showa-era pop (21–30)
A Doll’s HouseHirota Mieko
Known as a classic that colored the Showa era, this song beautifully portrays the sorrow of a woman who lived for love and her lost love, likening it to a dust-covered doll.
Mieko Hirota’s powerful voice and vocal skill exquisitely convey the heartache and emptiness.
Released in October 1969, it reached No.
1 on the Oricon chart and won the Vocal Performance Award at the 11th Japan Record Awards.
It has been featured in many popular manga and anime, and is loved by a wide range of generations.
It’s a perfect song for seniors to hum while reminiscing about the past.
Sing it together with peers at karaoke, and it will surely spark a flood of memories.
TouchIwasaki Yoshimi
An anime theme song that captures the bittersweetness of youth was released in March 1985.
It’s a wonderful track featuring Yoshimi Iwasaki’s clear, transparent vocals and a melody that resonates deeply.
The lyrics convey the feelings of a girl in love with her childhood friend, leaving a lasting impression with its sweet, heartrending portrayal of adolescence.
The song drew major attention as the opening theme for the anime Touch and reached No.
12 on the Oricon Weekly Chart.
It has also become widely used as a cheer song for high school baseball, a staple performed in the stands.
With a melody everyone can hum along to, it’s a perfect choice for karaoke with friends.
[2026] Recommended Karaoke Songs for Women in Their 70s: From Enka to Showa Kayō (31–40)
I’m falling in love with you againSakamoto Fuyumi
A gem of a song where nostalgia and freshness intertwine.
Fuyumi Sakamoto’s voice gently embraces the timeless depth of love.
Released in January 2009, this track reached No.
3 on the Oricon weekly chart.
It was also featured on NHK Radio 1’s “Radio Shinyabin” as the “Song of Shinyabin,” touching the hearts of many listeners.
Vivid images of nature—morning dew, light, flowers, and rainbows—beautifully express the maturation of romantic feelings.
Why not sing it slowly, keeping memories of your loved one close to your heart? It will surely become a special moment that sinks deeply into your soul.
Life won’t give (it) to me / Unyielding lifeSegawa Eiko
Eiko Segawa’s signature song “Inochi Kurenai,” which conveys the enduring appeal of enka, captured people’s hearts after its 1986 release and sold a total of 1.7 million copies.
At the core of its impact are lyrics that portray a couple’s journey—happy yet sometimes harsh.
This piece, while evoking nostalgia especially among women in their 70s, still resonates freshly today.
Sing it at karaoke, and you can convey the importance of family bonds not only to your peers but also to younger listeners.
The season the sun gave usaoi sankakujougi
It’s the definitive anthem of youth, capturing countless hearts with its fresh, vibrant vocals and melody! Released by Aoi Sankaku Jōgi in February 1972, this song delivers universal themes—youthful brilliance and bittersweetness, the bonds of friendship—straight to the listener’s heart.
The lyrics convey a resolve to move beyond the poignant ache of young days, to walk toward the future with friends, and to treasure irreplaceable moments—messages that encourage and warm the listener’s heart.
The song enjoyed huge popularity as the theme for the Nippon TV drama “Tobidase! Seishun” (“Leap Out! Youth”), and its New Artist Award at the 14th Japan Record Awards that same year stands as a shining achievement.
Sing it together at karaoke, and you’ll spark lively reminiscences from those days and make the time even more enjoyable.
Love RadiantMisora Hibari
Hibari Misora’s “Ai San San” was released in 1986 to commemorate the 40th anniversary of her singing career.
With its rich emotional expression that seems to reflect the singer’s inner feelings, this work captivates listeners’ hearts.
Its enduring appeal across generations lies in its universal lyrics, which depict life’s joys and sorrows and the importance of love.
It will particularly resonate with women in their seventies.
Sing it at karaoke, and you’re sure to move everyone around you.
Enjoy a delightful time accompanied by Hibari Misora’s deep, soulful voice.
Woman from KoiwaKouzuki Sanae, Kouzuki Reika
Kogetsu Sanae and Kogetsu Reika’s “Koiwa no Onna” is a standout track released in February 2024.
Its passionate melody and powerful vocals leave a strong impression, and the lyrics—depicting the scenery and people of Koiwa—carry a touch of humor.
The song blends wistfulness with nostalgia to create a rich, evocative piece with a charmingly retro feel.
It’s great for karaoke, and older fans of Showa-era kayōkyoku will likely enjoy it as well.
Be sure to give it a listen.