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Introducing popular J-pop songs that start with “Ta”!

Have you heard of shiritori karaoke, where you connect songs by using the last letter of the previous song’s title? Surprisingly, it can get pretty exciting—sometimes you can’t think of any songs, or there aren’t as many singable ones as you expect.

So this time, I’ll introduce a bunch of Japanese songs that start with “ta.” I’ve picked popular J-POP tracks so you can use them both for karaoke and for playing shiritori using only song titles.

Please use this as a reference, and if there’s a song you’d like to try singing, go for it!

Introducing songs starting with “Ta” from popular J-POP! (101–110)

Goddess of the soulFuyutsuki Miina

Goddess of Souls MV [Miina Fuyutsuki] (USEN Nationwide Broadcast)
Goddess of the soulFuyutsuki Miina

Miina Fuyutsuki is a singer whose powerful yet translucent voice, honed through choral training, is truly captivating.

This work portrays a benevolent goddess who gently stays beside a soul on the verge of losing hope in the dark.

The song, which drew attention through nationwide USEN broadcasting and its music video airing on the TV Tokyo network, was released in January 2024.

Its majestic melodies—hallmarks of classical crossover—and Fuyutsuki’s mystical vocals weave an overwhelming harmony.

It’s a track full of tenderness and strength, perfect for nights when your heart feels weary or when you need the courage to face tomorrow.

I just wanted to be loved.shizuku

A piano ballad by shizuku that I want those who feel misunderstood in their loneliness or simply long to be loved to hear.

This song seems to portray a pure cry from the heart—a wish to be acknowledged with a “You did your best,” when you can’t find value in yourself.

The delicate piano melodies and the calm yet resilient voice of the musical voicebank KAFU gently speak the feelings that are hard to put into words.

Released in June 2024 and included on the mini-album “Honne,” the track reached 500,000 views on YouTube by September 2025.

Listen to it on nights when you’re tempted to blame yourself or when you need warm words, and the tension in your heart will gently loosen.

It’s a song that wraps your pain in a gentle embrace.

Tanemaki MaggieSakura Maya (Tamanegi Magī)

A heartwarming cheer song that depicts continuing to sow seeds of hope without losing to any hardship.

Chosen as the ending theme for the short film “Run! Exciting Anpanman Grand Prix,” this work also marks Maya Sakura’s first attempt at voice acting, playing Maggie, a flower fairy.

The catchy melody pairs perfectly with her richly expressive vocals honed through enka.

The lyrics, which mirror a character who keeps striving without giving up even when things don’t go well, carry the warm message of the original creator, Takashi Yanase.

Listen to it when you’re facing a challenge, and you’ll surely find the courage to take the next step.

Tan-tan tanuki demontanuki oni (Yamazaki Kōichi)

It’s a character song for a gluttonous yokai that combines a tanuki and an oni.

The singer is Koichi Yamadera, known as the man with a “seven-colored voice.” Even though he’s a villain plotting to eat Omusubiman, his somehow endearing, comedic personality is brought to life through his chameleon-like vocals.

The song was used in the film “Go! Anpanman: Baikinman’s Counterattack,” released in July 1990, and is included on soundtrack albums such as “Go! Anpanman: Baikinman’s Counterattack / Omusubiman.”

Dandelion-chan’s Songdoriimingu

A song imbued with Takashi Yanase’s gentle message: like a dandelion that turns to fluff and sets off on a journey, you can bloom boldly and brightly wherever you go.

Dreaming’s crystal-clear harmonies color the bright, serene melody, wrapping listeners in warmth.

The track has been used as an insert song and ending theme for the anime “Go! Anpanman,” and is also included on the compilation album “Anpanman Best Hit ’13.” It’s a perfect tune for parents and children to hum together—an encouraging song that gently gives kids a push forward.

Introducing songs starting with “Ta” from popular J-POP! (111–120)

giftRADWIMPS

RADWIMPS – Gift [Official Music Video]
giftRADWIMPS

RADWIMPS, the rock band also known for the music in the film “Your Name.” This song was written as the theme for the NHK morning drama series “Anpan,” airing from April 2025.

Its stylish sound—blending city pop and jazz—matches beautifully with the warm vocals.

The lyrics carry a gentle message from the creators: even in a world that isn’t always fun, it’s okay to look forward to tomorrow.

Like a letter, the song gives you a push to take on new challenges.

Listening to it on the train to school or during a reflective moment after classes might make the everyday feel a little more special.

Table Tennis MonkeyJenīhai

Jenny High “Table Tennis Monkey”
Table Tennis MonkeyJenīhai

It’s a track included on their second album, Jennistar, released in September 2021.

Heavy guitar riffs intertwine with beautiful piano riffs, while a fiercely distorted bassline roils underneath, making for an aggressive song.

It’s truly a rock tune that showcases Jenny High at their best.

At the same time, the lyrics are packed with references to pop culture that colored the early Heisei era, such as the game Ape Escape and the film Ping Pong—sure to strike a chord with those who recognize them.

Moreover, the way the lyrics jump from topic to topic without warning makes it perfect for times when you want to dive into the music without overthinking and blow away the daily haze.