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!
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Introducing popular J-POP songs that start with “Ta”! (141–150)
Just, I want to see you — To my mother —natsuki youko
This is a gem of a ballad that richly expresses a deepening longing for a mother one cannot see.
The protagonist’s earnest, pure wish to simply “see you” is delivered straight to the listener’s heart through Yoko Natsuki’s gentle voice.
The lyrics weave together memories of childhood with the self of adulthood, creating a worldview that slowly seeps into the heart.
This work is a cover of a song released by Tsuyoshi Nishi in 2010, and it will be released as Yoko Natsuki’s single in July 2025.
Listen to it when you’re thinking of family or want to convey gratitude to your parents—it’s sure to kindle a warm light in your heart.
A Place in the SunV6
It’s a refreshing pop number whose intro—opening with Yoshihiko Inohara’s expansive vocals—sets your heart racing.
Released in July 1999 as V6’s 14th single and included on the classic album “Very best,” it also served as the theme song for the drama “Shin: Oretachi no Tabi Ver.1999,” starring Coming Century, vividly coloring the story.
Each member’s solo part seems to tell of their individual resolve, giving courage to listeners as well.
On a morning when you’re taking on a challenge, listening to this song will surely help you take that first step with a clear, uplifting feeling.
BirthSuperfly
A hidden gem by Superfly, marked by the exotic sound of the sitar.
Shiho Ochi’s powerful vocals and the dynamic rock sound shake the listener’s soul.
The song carries a strong message—akin to the miracle of life—urging us to cherish the present moment as we navigate a rapidly changing era.
Included on the acclaimed album “Box Emotions,” released in September 2009 and reaching No.
1 on the Oricon chart, it was also featured in a Right-on commercial.
When you need the courage to take a new step or a boost in your daily life, this track will surely give you a push.
Introducing songs that start with “Ta” from popular J-POP! (151–160)
typhoonTHE BLUE HEARTS
A thrilling rock number that likens the absurdities swirling through society to a looming giant and belts them out with gusto.
The lyrics, written by guitarist Masatoshi Mashima, shine with a sharp gaze at a world misled by rumors and loud voices.
Praised by many fans as “lyrics that hit home” and “a refreshing listen,” this track appears on the classic 1993 February release STICK OUT and became widely known as the Honda “Dio” commercial song featuring actor Matt Dillon.
Give it a listen when you feel anxious about being swept along by others or when you need courage to face unreasonable reality.
Its simple, powerful sound and distinctive rhythm are sure to blow away the clouds in your heart.
Just a Freezing Elegy ~ The Theme of FREEZERDēmon Kakka
A track where a massive orchestra and a steel-like high-tone voice fuse magnificently.
Originally included on the 2009 album “Dragon Ball Kai SONG COLLECTION,” it was used as an insert song during Frieza’s introduction scene in the anime Dragon Ball Kai.
Throughout the piece, it evokes the absolute terror brought by the Emperor of the Universe, as well as the unfathomable loneliness of one who stands at the top.
The lyrics paint a breathtaking world where all love and life are frozen, and only a cold elegy resounds.
Its solemn yet dark resonance perfectly captures the character’s ruthless, tyrannical charisma.
Eternal Great RiverTogi Hideki
This is a work by Hideki Togi that unfolds a soundscape like a grand historical picture scroll rendered in sound.
It shakes the listener’s heart with an innovative style called “Progressive Gagaku,” which fuses the over-1,300-year tradition of gagaku with the power of progressive rock.
The piece appears on the acclaimed album TOGI, released in March 2012 to mark the 15th anniversary of his debut, and it captivated viewers as the theme song for the BS program “Nazotoki! Edo no Susume” (Unlocking the Mysteries! A Guide to Edo).
It’s the perfect track for when you want to step away from the everyday and embark on an epic journey across time and space.
Sūshi Masashi ××× StoryBatten Shōjo-tai
This is a song by BATTEN Showjo Tai that vividly evokes both the feeling of being in love and the cityscape of Fukuoka.
The way feelings deepen for someone you adore to the point of helplessness becomes irresistibly endearing when paired with the cute lilt of the Hakata dialect.
You can feel the power of Hakata-ben, which regularly ranks high in “cutest dialect” lists.
The track appears on the album BGM, released in June 2019, which reached No.
8 on the Oricon Weekly Chart.
People with ties to Fukuoka, of course, and anyone who’s experienced a bittersweet romance will surely relate.