[Karaoke] Songs That Get Men in Their 70s Fired Up! A Collection of Nostalgic Japanese Hits [2026]
There are many people in their 70s who are still active, spending their days working, enjoying hobbies, and staying on the go.
That said, health is important too, and karaoke is a great hobby to recommend.
It can help relieve stress and stimulate physical functions.
Those who are currently in their 70s spent their youth from the 1960s to the 1970s, so this article gathers nostalgic Japanese hit songs from that era—GS (Group Sounds), kayōkyoku, enka, folk, and more—for those who grew up listening to a wide variety of hits in their younger days.
These are all songs that will get the crowd going when sung by men in their 70s, so be sure to check them out!
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[Karaoke] Songs That Get Men in Their 70s Fired Up! A Collection of Nostalgic Japanese Hits [2026] (21–30)
Traveler of the NorthIshihara Yūjirō
He sings a melancholic song about lost love set in the northern country with Yujiro Ishihara’s distinctive low voice.
As it follows a man searching for his beloved while traveling through Hokkaido cities like Kushiro, Hakodate, and Otaru, it conveys his heartbreaking emotions.
It was also used as an insert song in the drama “Seibu Keisatsu” and was released in August 1987.
For Yujiro Ishihara, it became his first and only single to reach No.
1 on the Oricon charts, topping the Oricon Weekly Singles Chart as well.
As you recall days gone by, try singing it gently and with feeling.
Beach of MemoriesZa Wairudowanzu
This iconic song, emblematic of the Group Sounds boom, is a refreshing piece of surf music that sings of youth by the seaside.
Released in November 1966 as their debut single, it became a massive hit, selling over a million copies.
The beautiful resonance of the 12-string electric guitar and the lyrics depicting memories on the beach are striking, vividly evoking summer scenes.
The song was also used as a movie theme and has continued to be covered by many artists.
It’s a perfect track for reminiscing about nostalgic youthful days or for summer recreation.
TSUNAMISazan Ōrusutāzu
An emotionally moving love ballad that likens the pain of heartbreak to a tsunami, this song captivates with Keisuke Kuwata’s deep vocals and a warmly poetic world.
It begins quietly, then swells like waves of emotion with a beautiful, memorable melody that conveys both the strength and the fragility of love.
Released in January 2000, it was also used as the theme song for the ‘Future Diary III’ segment of the TV show ‘Uunnan no Hontoko!’ and reached No.
1 on the Oricon weekly chart.
It won the Grand Prize at the 42nd Japan Record Awards, becoming a definitive song of the year 2000 in both name and substance.
It is a gem that resonates deep in the heart when you want to immerse yourself in memories of a loved one or reflect on life.
festivalKitajima Saburō
This is a song that powerfully sings of the scenes and emotions of traditional Japanese festivals.
Its grand lyrics—expressing gratitude for the blessings of the mountains and bountiful catches, as well as the bonds between parents and children—leave a strong impression.
Vivid imagery depicts men tightening white fundoshi as they head to the festival, and seafaring men raising flags as they row their boats out to sea.
Released in November 1984, the piece features lyrics by Saburo Kitajima with Rei Nakanishi, and composition by Joji Hara.
It was performed six times on NHK’s Kohaku Uta Gassen, serving as the grand finale five of those times, and has become a year-end tradition.
Saburo Kitajima’s uniquely powerful vocals and dynamic staging make it a wonderful work to enjoy together with older audiences.
The City of Love, SapporoIshihara Yūjirō
This gem of a love song, which tells a romance beginning at Sapporo’s iconic Clock Tower, is cherished by many as one of Yujiro Ishihara’s signature numbers.
Released as a single in May 1972, it drew attention as a groundbreaking work told from a woman’s perspective and went on to sell a total of 650,000 copies.
Coinciding with the Sapporo Winter Olympics held that year, the song also helped convey Sapporo’s allure to listeners across Japan.
Wrapped in Ishihara’s deep, gentle vocals, the feelings of a woman who discovered love beneath a tender sky are tenderly sung, evoking vivid scenes in which memories of love deepen with the changing seasons.
A duet version with Miyuki Kawanaka was later produced, and this piece remains a beloved classic that beautifully weaves together Sapporo’s scenery and the memories of love—an unforgettable song that lingers in the heart.