Songs that start with the letter “Shi.” Perfect for shiritori or karaoke!
Introducing songs whose titles start with “shi”! When you’re playing song-title shiritori or deciding to do karaoke using only songs that start with “shi,” it can be hard to think of examples on the spot, right? In those moments, please use the songs starting with “shi” introduced here as a reference.
There are many words that begin with “shi,” such as “shiro” (white), “shin” (new), “shōnen” (boy), “shōjo” (girl), and “Shinderera” (Cinderella).
Likewise, many song titles use these kinds of words, so let this article be your cue to explore lots of “shi”-starting songs!
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Songs whose titles start with “Shi.” Great for shiritori or karaoke! (141–150)
The Scent of CyclamenFuse Akira
It’s a classic that topped the Oricon weekly chart at the time and became Mr.
Fuse’s only million-seller, with over 1.05 million copies sold.
Released in April 1975 as Akira Fuse’s 17th single, the song was written and composed by Kei Ogura, who was also working as a banker then.
It swept the major music awards of 1975, including the Grand Prize at the 17th Japan Record Awards.
With delicate color imagery like “the hue of raw silk” and “pale purple,” the lyrics resonate as they layer feelings for a loved one with the fragrance of flowers.
Set against a gentle arrangement centered on strings and acoustic guitar, Fuse’s clear, expansive vocals truly shine.
It’s the kind of love song you’ll want to listen to quietly on a night when you’re thinking of someone dear.
How to raise a mentally unstable person without failingHirate Yurina
This song shines with a unique concept that likens romance to a “cultivation manual.” Released in October 2025, it was selected as the ending theme for the second cour of the TV anime “Wataru-kun no XX ga Hōkai Sunzen.” It also marks Hirate’s first-ever anime tie-in.
Emotions like possessiveness and jealousy are portrayed humorously, as if in an instruction manual.
Over a pop sound, Hirate’s cool vocals ring out lightly, striking a perfect balance with the heavy theme of so-called “menhera.” Recommended for when you want to boost your romantic mood.
Heartbreak RestaurantShimizu Kentarō
A love song set in the gentle space of a café, its tender embrace of wounded hearts is striking.
Released in November 1976, it was Kentaro Shimizu’s debut single.
Rather than forcing someone to overcome the pain of heartbreak, the lyrics speak of a place that accepts your tears—a warmth characteristic of 1970s kayōkyoku.
The song reached No.
1 on the Oricon Weekly Chart and ranked ninth on the year-end chart.
Hiro Tsunoda’s soulful arrangement pairs exquisitely with Shimizu’s sweet vocals, earning him the Japan Record Award for Best New Artist among many other newcomer honors.
It’s a song that gently stays by your side when you’re tired of love.
Island TavernSatono Suzune
Enka singer Rino Suzume, from Kawanishi City in Hyogo Prefecture.
Her second single, “Shima Sakaba,” was released in October 2025.
Set in a port-town bar, it portrays a fleeting, chance romance.
Her bright, expansive mid-to-high range and the emotional tremor lingering at the ends of her phrases make it a pleasure to listen to.
The composition is by her mentor, Hideo Mizumori, and it’s crafted in classic enka style.
Immerse yourself in the world of barroom love ballads.
bookmarkkuriipuhaipe
Originally written and composed by CreepHyp’s Seikai Ozaki as a campaign song for FM802 and TSUTAYA in 2018, this track is included on the album “Nakitakunaru Hodo Ureshii Hibi ni.” Its lyrics juxtapose the image of falling cherry blossoms with a “bookmark” tucked into a half-read book, evoking lingering feelings for a relationship one isn’t ready to end—sentiments many graduates may relate to.
While the song portrays the sorrow of parting, the music itself is a bright, fast-paced rock tune.
That contrast gently pushes listeners forward into the future, even as they hold on to their loneliness.
It’s an emotional track that tenderly accompanies the wavering heart at the milestone of graduation.
Showa Masterpiece Medley ★ Nonstop Mix ★ 80s Japanese PopsDJ-Trackmagic
This is a medley that strings together classic Showa-era hits, evoking both glamorous sounds and scenes tinged with nostalgia.
The smooth transition from the sultry “Slow Motion” to “Nice-Catch!” vividly revives 80s pop culture.
A key charm of these retro tunes is how they instantly bring back the exhilaration and bittersweet feelings of the time.
Killer tracks like “Arashi no Sugao” and “Samishii Nettai-gyo” raise the energy, while the lively rhythms of “WAKU WAKU Sasete” and “Dancing Hero” set your heart dancing.
It’s a medley that lets you feel the atmosphere of the era alongside memories of your youth.
With just my body, I sever fear.ammo
This song by the three-piece band ammo from Higashi-Osaka, released by TOY’S FACTORY in February 2025, is a pep anthem created in between dates on their nationwide tour.
Though it’s a mid-tempo ballad, the open-string guitar and choral work fuse together, making for an arrangement that delivers the lyrics with care.
As the protagonist faces daily anxieties and lethargy, they resolve to cut through loneliness and seek out someone’s smile—a determination that rings true through Yusei Okamoto’s distinctive voice.
The track was also chosen as the ending theme for Hiroshima FM and was performed at their first-ever solo hall show in June.
When you need courage to take on something new or to take that first step forward, this song is sure to give you a powerful push.