Interesting Japanese songs recommended for men in their 60s

This time, I’d like to introduce a collection of amusing Japanese songs recommended for men in their 60s.

Back in the Showa era, there were lots of silly songs, but they kind of grow on you, get stuck in your head, and you find yourself humming them without thinking—there are quite a few songs like that, right?

Playlist

Interesting Japanese songs recommended for men in their 60s
	Title	Playlist	Review
1	I’m going to Tokyo.Yoshi Ikuzo		Rural everyday life and dreams written in the Aomori dialect
2	The Apple Murder CaseGō Hiromi, Kigeki Kirin		A comical love song that depicts a murder case
3	Run, Kotaro!Sorutī Shugā		A masterpiece comedy song with a horse-racing commentary gag motif
4	Japanese rice is the best in the world.Uchikubi Gokumon Doukoukai		With a love for white rice, pouring my soul into fiery rock
5	A flawless rock ’n’ rollerarajin		Showa-era idol music and Mr. Takahara Ani
6	The Drunkard Has ReturnedZa Fōku Kurusedāzu		A story about the protagonist and God after the protagonist dies in a drunk driving accident
7	Song of the Delinquent Big BrotherKamon Tatsuo		A masterpiece that portrays Shōwa-era yankee culture
8	Marilyn Monroe No ReturnNozaka Akiyuki		A masterpiece that quietly speaks of impermanence and samsara
9	Examinee BluesTakaishi Tomoya		A folk song depicting the struggles of exam-takers
10	Suddenly, SinbadSazan Ōrusutāzu		Southern's classic song 'Ishikawa Sayuri' colors the summer.
11	Song of the Old Man from KawachiMisu Hanako		A hit heartfelt comic song in the Kawachi dialect
12	The Song of the Red Dragonflyanonenone		Wordplay song by Anone-none
13	Ah, I’m so fed up.Maki Shinji		Shinji Maki cheerfully sings social satire with a ukulele
14	Tonpei’s Hey You BluesHidari Tonpei		Tonpei Hidari’s classic, a life-affirming cheer-up song.
15	National Sake-Drinking Festival Song of Japanbarakūda		A heartwarming comic song that celebrates drinks and food
16	Open! TulipAkiyama Kanpei		Kanpei Hazama’s pachinko-themed satirical comedy song becomes a big hit
17	The Song of KemekoZa Dātsu		A pop song about falling in love with a girl who loves chemistry
18	Matsuken SambaMatsudaira Ken		Ken Matsudaira’s southern rhythm kimono dance song
19	Alright, that’s it.Ueki Hitoshi		The masterpiece by Hachiji Hana and the Crazy Cats
20	Polka of the Old Man and the ChildrenHidari Bokuzen		The unique charm created by the singing voices of the elderly
21	Song of the Motor ShowKobayashi Akira		Akira Kobayashi’s “Automobile Show Song” is a classic comic tune.
22	Yellow Submarine OndoKanazawa Akiko		Akiko Kanazawa singing Beatles songs in the ondo style
23	Enka chanchaka-chanHirano Masaaki		A parody song for a skit featuring an enka medley
24	Nonsensical Songbakushou mondai		Bakushō Mondai’s “Detarame” is a hit.
25	Chanchanko ~KANREKI 60~Pikotarō		A catchy song by Piko Taro celebrating a 60th birthday (kanreki)
26	Theme of the Mean/Spiteful Old Ladysurappusuteikku		A fun theme song from a TV anime
27	Saizansu MamboToni Tani		The retro world of Tony Tani, the singer who always carries an abacus
28	Amiami dadaba AmidababaAkashiya Sanma		Take-chan Man’s Fun Villain Corner
29	Whip, s’il vous plaît.pinkī makaron		The theme song of the E-Tele program for Wonder Change
30	Spiraling Days and DreamsDegawa Tetsurō		Tetsurou Degawa’s classic song: the singing may be poor, but the composition is excellent.
31	Love Bonchi SheetZa Bonchi		The history of cheerful hit songs by manzai comedians
32	Scallop Rock ‘n’ RollYasuoka Rikiya		The popular theme song of Hotate Man is a big hit.
33	Higashimurayama OndoShimura Ken		Ken Shimura, despite early struggles with the Drifters, achieved great success.
34	Hone Hone RockShimon Masato		The famous song from the children's show Hirake! Ponkikki
35	Thank you so, so much for your hard work.Za Dorifutāzu		A military song arrangement by The Drifters
36	Shirake Bird OndoKomatsu Masao		Masao Komatsu’s Nostalgic Direction Ondo
37	What’s your name, Antiene?Toni Tani		Music filled with laughter, warmth, and humor
38	Ghost RockGō Hiromi, Kigeki Kirin		The ghost rock is a fun song.
39	Love Bonchi SheetZa Bonchi		A smash-hit TV-style parody song
40	Akira’s Zundoko SongKobayashi Akira		A scene of young love, a youth song with a thumping 'zundoko' rhythm
41	Kamonegi OndoHirano Remi		A humorous song depicting a club in Ginza
42	Electric Wire OndoItō Shirō		Sang on a variety show and it became a big hit.
43	Don’t underestimate me.Matayoshi & Namenna yo		The Nameko-cat craze ends as a flash-in-the-pan fad.
44	Sūdara-bushiUeki Hitoshi		A classic hit by Hitoshi Ueki—an incredibly catchy, massively popular song
45	Mexican Rock of LoveHashi Yukio		Yukio Hashi’s distinctive singing is captivating.
46	Heroic!! JiraiyaFunaki Kazuo		Kazuo Funaki requests Chuumei Watanabe to produce a theme song.
47	Goten GrandmaFujimoto Fusako		Shizuoka's commercial jingle promotes the region with lyrics featuring local place names.
48	Nodding Marchunazuki torio		The Nodding Trio born from the Hyōkin Tribe
49	Sherlock Holmes and Dr. WatsonTani Kei		Kei Tani of the Crazy Cats, a multi-talented comedian
50	Meow meow meowanonenone		A signature comic song by Anonenone
51	Matsuken Samba IIMatsudaira Ken		Matsuken Samba II is a big hit song.
52	I baked a taiyaki.bakufū suranpu		Bakufu Slump's unique musicality
53	Parody Song Grand MedleyKamon Tatsuo		A signature song by comic singer Tatsuo Kamon
54	JODAN JODANKaientai		The comedic songs of Kaientai and their popularity