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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 popular J-POP songs that start with 'Ta'! (1–10)

treasureNEW!wacci

wacci “Treasure” (Lyric Video)
treasureNEW!wacci

A heartwarming number that portrays the anxiety and loneliness felt while chasing a dream, and the importance of friends who support each other in those moments.

Just believing you’re not alone can make you stronger, and the time spent together becomes the most irreplaceable treasure—this is the message woven into the song.

It will surely remind you of the bond with “the friends from those days.” The track is included on the album “Kanjō Hyakkei,” released in August 2017.

Interestingly, it drew attention when Miho Takagi named it her “victory song” to listen to before competitions at the PyeongChang 2018 Winter Olympics, which also led to a live performance on the TV program “Sukkiri.” It’s a perfect song for those striving toward their dreams or for teammates pushing each other to improve, such as in school clubs.

Time after time ~In the town where flowers dance~NEW!Kuraki Mai

Time After Time ~In the City Where Flowers Dance~/Mai Kuraki [Tried Singing] Sally Shibayama
Time after time ~In the town where flowers dance~NEW!Kuraki Mai

A famous ballad that overlays scenes of cherry blossoms coloring springtime Kyoto with feelings that never fade over time.

Released in March 2003 as Mai Kuraki’s 15th single, it has continued to be loved as the theme song for the feature film Detective Conan: Crossroad in the Ancient Capital.

Reflecting Mai Kuraki’s own sensibilities from her student days spent in Kyoto, its elegant sound with a touch of Japanese flavor is perfect for the arrival of spring.

In this season of meetings and partings, why not sing it at karaoke while recalling nostalgic scenery?

Tantrum SyndromeNEW!Jopian’s Sleeping

A track by Jopian’s Sleeping, known for their work on Suno, released in January 2026.

As the style tags indicate, the driving energy of punk rock and rapid-fire rap intersect fiercely over a hard beat.

The released audio runs 3 minutes and 51 seconds, and its intensity never lets up until the end, drawing many listeners into this powerful sonic world.

It’s a perfect song for when you’re feeling frustrated or need an energy boost.

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Introducing songs starting with 'Ta' from popular J-POP! (11–20)

Just hold meNEW!DISH//

This is a ballad about someone who can’t put their overflowing love into words and tries to convey their feelings simply by holding the other person close.

The lyrics by Seiko Fujibayashi delicately depict the protagonist’s feelings—frustrated yet pure.

In Takumi Kitamura’s vocals, where you can almost hear his breathing, you can keenly feel the earnestness of his longing for the other person.

The track was included on the single “Starting Over,” released in July 2018.

While the title track drew attention as the theme song for the anime Zoids Wild, this song has been quietly cherished among fans as a “hidden gem.” A retake version was also released in August 2022.

Why not give it a listen on nights when you’d rather confirm love through warmth than words, or during quiet moments spent with someone special?

TerminalNEW!natori

Since a demo version was posted on social media in May 2021, many fans have been eagerly awaiting an official release from singer-songwriter Natori.

Included on the first album “Gekijou,” this track is an emotional number where early-era ideas have been refined to completion.

The sound evokes the stillness of night and the chill of the city, intertwining exquisitely with whispery vocals to draw listeners into a unique world.

The music video by filmmaker Emi Miyama has also become a hot topic, with a narrative that links to the previous track “Love Song.” It’s a richly atmospheric piece that pairs perfectly with late-night drives or quiet, solitary evenings.

Time View -The Road That Continues Endlessly-NEW!naniwa danshi

This piece, with lyrics written by member Shunsuke Michieda, deeply engraves the group’s history and feelings.

It carefully portrays, in unadorned words, the anxieties and conflicts they felt on the journey from formation to debut, as well as the unshakable bond they share as Naniwa Danshi.

Although it’s a track included on the album “1st Love,” released in July 2022, performances like their tearful renditions on stage have made it beloved among fans as a masterpiece that carries weight beyond a typical album song.

This work will gently offer a warm message when you feel like stopping on your way toward a dream.

Please give it a listen when you’re thinking of your cherished friends or when you want to encourage yourself.

pale and simpleNEW!Ame Ryou

A dance track that depicts a sense of loneliness as if being ignored by the world, and the impersonal monotony of everyday life that goes on regardless.

Released in July 2025 as an entry for VocaDuo, this is the Kasane Teto SV version.

It boasts a highly addictive finish where philosophical wordplay intertwines with multifaceted beats.

I can’t help but be captivated by the chilly-feeling synths and the vocals that sound as if they’re suppressing emotion.

Be sure to lend an ear to this high-sense EDM.