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Recommended for women in their 60s! Easy-to-sing Japanese karaoke songs

Recommended for women in their 60s! Easy-to-sing Japanese karaoke songs
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Karaoke is popular across all ages, and of course many women in their 60s also have plenty of chances to go.

But when you actually get to the karaoke place, do you ever find yourself wondering which songs to sing? If you’re thinking, “I don’t really know recent songs, and to be honest I’m not that good at singing…,” I’ll share some recommended tracks for you! I’ve selected songs that seem easy to sing, focusing mainly on tracks from around the 1970s—the era when many people in their 60s spent their youth.

If you’re not confident about karaoke, songs with a slow tempo are recommended.

Some of the songs are more challenging, but they’re all well-known, so for the difficult ones, let’s sing together with everyone!

Recommended for women in their 60s! Easy-to-sing Japanese karaoke songs (1–10)

ambushIshikawa Hitomi

Hitomi Ishikawa ♪ Ambush ♪ Ishikawa Hitomi
ambushIshikawa Hitomi

Speaking of Hitomi Ishikawa’s signature songs, this is the one.

Its lyrics, which portray the pure feelings of a woman aflame with love, and her powerful vocals make a strong impression.

Released in April 1981, it reached No.

6 on the Oricon charts, and she made her first appearance on that year’s NHK Kōhaku Uta Gassen.

The lyrics depict her chasing after someone she likes after spotting him by chance in a café, conveying a straightforward, heartfelt love.

With its relaxed tempo, it’s a song that’s easy to sing.

When you try it at karaoke, immerse yourself in the feelings of a girl in love and sing your heart out.

threadNakajima Miyuki

Thread – Miyuki Nakajima (Full)
threadNakajima Miyuki

A song released in 1998.

It drew renewed attention after being chosen as the theme song for the TBS drama “Seija no Koshin” (March of the Saints).

With its relaxed tempo, it’s easy to sing along while following the lyrics on the karaoke screen.

The lyrics compare the bond between a man and a woman to threads, striking a chord with just about everyone.

For women in their 60s, it will likely hit right in the sweet spot.

It’s a song that feels just right even if you sing it with a slightly subdued, low-energy tone.

The Future Projection IIDREAMS COME TRUE

DREAMS COME TRUE – Future Prediction Map II ~VERSION '07~ (from Live from DWL 2015 Live Ver.)
The Future Projection IIDREAMS COME TRUE

Many of you may have been captivated by DREAMS COME TRUE’s songs during your youth.

This ballad, which depicts the future of a couple in love, was included on the album “LOVE GOES ON…” released in November 1989.

Miwa Yoshida’s warm vocals and the gentle melody resonate deeply in the heart.

Created as the second entry in the “Mirai Yosouzu” series, this song has been cherished by many for years.

It was also featured in a SONY Handycam commercial.

When you feel like looking back on memories with someone special, be sure to sing it.

PRIDEImai Miki

Miki Imai - 'PRIDE' Music Video
PRIDEImai Miki

Praised as a “refreshingly pure love song,” this piece is one of Miki Imai’s signature tracks, known for her powerful and beautiful vocals.

Its lyrics, portraying a woman who lives with pride in her love for her partner, resonated with many listeners.

Released in November 1996, it gained attention as the theme song for the Fuji TV drama “Doc.” It topped the Oricon singles chart and became a major hit, selling over 1.6 million copies.

With its relaxed tempo, it’s easy to sing calmly at karaoke.

Why not sing it while holding close the joy of being in love and your feelings for someone special?

contrailArai Yumi

This song was created based on the experience of losing a classmate during the artist’s school days.

Its poetic imagery likening a soul ascending to heaven to a contrail, together with a clear, translucent vocal, intertwine beautifully to form a gem of a track.

Released in 1973 as the B-side to the single “Kitto Ieru,” it was also included on the album Hikōkigumo the same year.

In 2013, it was chosen as the theme song for Studio Ghibli’s The Wind Rises, touching the hearts of people across generations.

With its gently enveloping melody and relaxed tempo, it’s a warm, inviting song that makes you want to hum along together.