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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 that start with “Ta” from popular J-POP! (161–170)

The season the sun gave usaoi sankakujougi

It’s the definitive anthem of youth, capturing countless hearts with its fresh, vibrant vocals and melody! Released by Aoi Sankaku Jōgi in February 1972, this song delivers universal themes—youthful brilliance and bittersweetness, the bonds of friendship—straight to the listener’s heart.

The lyrics convey a resolve to move beyond the poignant ache of young days, to walk toward the future with friends, and to treasure irreplaceable moments—messages that encourage and warm the listener’s heart.

The song enjoyed huge popularity as the theme for the Nippon TV drama “Tobidase! Seishun” (“Leap Out! Youth”), and its New Artist Award at the 14th Japan Record Awards that same year stands as a shining achievement.

Sing it together at karaoke, and you’ll spark lively reminiscences from those days and make the time even more enjoyable.

time a slow feat.CHEHONLIFESTYLE

LIFESTYLE – time a slow feat.CHEHON (official music video)
time a slow feat.CHEHONLIFESTYLE

A captivating track with a soothing reggae rhythm and a sound that conjures up the image of time flowing gently.

Featuring CHEHON, this piece cherishes the “slow time” that stretches from waking up in the morning into the night, painting a positive picture of the sense of freedom and dreams found in everyday life.

Released in August 2023 as a collaboration between LIFESTYLE and CHEHON, the single follows LIFESTYLE’s high-quality mix works such as the album “ONE SCENE – ALL JAPANESE DUB MIX–.” It’s perfect for a relaxed summer drive or BBQ—listen while feeling a pleasant breeze, and it’s sure to lift your spirits even more!

18 Years Old Under the SunKi no Mi Nana

Nana Kinomi: 1963: 18-Year-Olds Under the Sun (Sunlight Twist: Go Kart Twist)
18 Years Old Under the SunKi no Mi Nana

Let me introduce a song that brings back the sparkle of those days, brimming with youth and energy.

Sung by Nana Kinomi, this track centers on the radiant teenage years at eighteen, and its bright, breezy melody is irresistibly charming! Just listening to it makes your heart dance, as if the excitement of that time comes rushing back.

Released in March 1963, it stands as one of Nana Kinomi’s notable early works.

Its pop sound, infused with Western rhythms, brought a fresh breeze to the music scene of the time.

While many know Nana Kinomi from her duet “Izakaya” with Hiroshi Itsuki, here you can enjoy a different side—her youthful, vibrant voice.

Why not hum along together while sharing fun memories of summers spent under the sun? It’s sure to fill the moment with wonderful smiles! Let the nostalgic melody carry you as you savor the memories of those days.

Sun and BikiniRIP SLYME

RIP SLYME – The Sun and the Bikini
Sun and BikiniRIP SLYME

A number by RIP SLYME that distills the sparkle and wistfulness of summer instantly whisks listeners away to the seaside.

Their first surf tune, its light rhythm and breezy melody are summer sun on the beach itself.

The lyrics’ portrait of the melancholy of a passing summer and a longing for a dazzling figure is sure to tug at the heart.

Released in July 2008 as their 15th single, it also includes SPLASH, the AXE men’s grooming commercial song, and Supa Sonic, familiar from the SoniQ sports drink commercial.

The track is featured on the album JOURNEY and on the best-of album GREATEST FIVE, released in July 2025.

It’s perfect as BGM for a coastal drive, for moments when you crave a sense of freedom, or when you want to linger over summer memories.

It will surely keep you company as you mourn the passing of summer.

The Sun’s Smileshōnen ninja

From Shonen Ninja [Sunshine Smile] Arena Concert 2024: The Shining Star
The Sun's Smileshōnen ninja

This is Shonen Ninja’s first original work, featuring a bright, refreshing sound as radiant as the sun.

The song carries a passionate message that encourages listeners: no matter what hardships you face, keep moving toward the light—steady effort will always open the way.

In 2022, they also created a heartwarming music video, produced and edited by the members themselves.

When you’re taking a new step or feeling a bit down, their straightforward vocals will give you a powerful push forward.

The Sun Made Me Do It ~Misty Lady~Gō Hiromi

Hiromi Go / The Sun Made Me Do It ~Misty Lady~
The Sun Made Me Do It ~Misty Lady~Gō Hiromi

A passionate and romantic number perfect for the season of dazzling sunshine.

It sings of a summer romance sparked by an instant infatuation with a mysterious woman, set to an uptempo yet slightly wistful melody.

The sophisticated sound, tinged with R&B and soul, enhances its grown-up allure.

This track is included on Hiromi Go’s 1995 album “I miss you—Aitakute Shikatanai.” Put it on when you want to indulge in a slightly more mature mood for love, and your heart is sure to race.

Great Catch TaikoIchijō Kanta

Kanta Ichijo “Bountiful Catch Taiko” MUSIC VIDEO
Great Catch TaikoIchijō Kanta

With lively drum beats and spirited calls, it’s guaranteed to lift the mood for both singers and listeners alike! This is a work by Kanta Ichijo, released in May 2024.

Following “Otoko no Gyoba,” it’s the second installment in the “Men of the Sea” series.

The bustling energy of a port celebrating a big catch and the pride of those who live by the sea come through directly in his powerful vocals.

The music video was filmed in Choshi City, Chiba Prefecture, featuring a collaboration with an authentic taiko group.

Shouting the “Yoisho!” call together will definitely crank up the excitement.