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”! (21–30)
Shall we go on a trip?Kitanitatsuya
This is a song by Tatsuya Kitani that I want you to listen to when you’re worn out by everyday life and feel like slipping away somewhere.
Its gentle, walking pace and sound that helps you unwind feel so comforting.
It’s included on the album ROUNDABOUT, released in January 2024.
Apparently, this track was created in a rush right before the album deadline, and they say the earnest feelings of that time were captured exactly as sound.
Perhaps that’s why it resonates so deeply with hearts tired from work and daily life.
It’s a perfect number not only for a long trip but also as a companion for a casual little escape, like a stroll around the neighborhood.
Spend some tender time that lets you forgive the you who tried too hard.
dandelionIkuta Rira
A 2023 digital single selected as the theme song for NHK Drama 10 “Ōoku.” Also included on the first album “Sketch,” this track is a beautiful yet powerful ballad where the drama’s grand worldview overlaps with Rira Ikuta’s own sentiments.
Centered on the theme of “forgiveness” that transcends deep loneliness and sorrow, the lyrics, together with a rich ensemble of piano and strings, quietly seep into the listener’s heart.
Within its 3 minutes and 11 seconds, the progression from delicate breaths to a soaring chorus is breathtaking and moves you no matter how many times you listen.
Try it when you want the courage to face forward, seeing yourself in those who struggle to live through adversity.
It’s a cleansing number filled with kindness and hope.
Introducing songs starting with “Ta” from popular J-POP! (31–40)
I’m homeDo As Infinity
Released in September 2001, the classic album DEEP FOREST reached No.
1 on the Oricon charts.
The third track on the album, this song by Do As Infinity is also well known as the CM song for Morinaga’s “Organic Cereal.” Its refreshing acoustic guitar tones and warm melody are soothing, and it remains a beloved hidden gem among fans.
The lyrics, which sing about the importance of having a “place to return to” in everyday life, gently sink into the listener’s heart.
Tomiko Van’s tender yet resolute vocals deliver each word with care.
If you listen to it when you come home tired or when you feel nostalgic for your hometown, it will surely bring you peace.
Song of DepartureAAA
This is a song by the co-ed performance group AAA that you’ll want to listen to when setting off on a new journey and taking your first step forward.
Released in January 2009 as their 20th single, it was their first attempt at a ballad sung by all members, a departure from the strong dance-track image they had up to that point.
Amid the sorrow of parting, it carries hope for the future and uplifting messages that gently nudge listeners forward.
In spring, when anxiety and anticipation mix as new lives begin, why not listen to this track that’s perfect for rallying yourself?
twilightDo As Infinity
A heart-stirring rock ballad that vividly conjures a sunset scene dyed in madder red.
Released in November 2011 as the band’s 27th single, it was written as the ending theme for the game “Sengoku BASARA 3 Utage.” Tomiko Van’s powerful yet delicate vocals intertwine with the wistful melody, tightening the listener’s chest.
Its grand, prayer-like worldview at the close of a story continues to captivate not only game fans but a wide range of listeners.
Later included on the album “TIME MACHINE” and in best-of collections, this masterpiece epitomizes the band’s lyricism.
Give it a listen on an autumn evening when you want to sit alone and quietly drift into thought.
TigerHANA
An up-tempo track whose aggressive, predator-evoking lyrics and exhilarating beat stoke the listener’s fighting spirit.
The lyrics, crafted by Chanmina and weaving between English and Japanese, convey a strong will and firm resolve.
Premiered as an assignment piece during the audition show “No No Girls,” the song was included on the debut single “ROSE,” released in April 2025.
It has become one of the group’s signature hits, with total streams surpassing 100 million.
Brimming with overwhelming intensity, it’s the perfect number to play before a do-or-die moment or whenever you need to fire yourself up—it’s sure to give you a push forward.
maybeYOASOBI
“Tabun” portrays the quiet of a parting morning and the unresolved, ambiguous feelings between two people.
While many YOASOBI songs feature a driving, fast-paced sound, this piece stands out with its mid-tempo, gently swaying rhythm.
Released as a digital single in July 2020, it was also used as the theme song for a film of the same name.
It carefully captures the worldview of the original novel, and Ikura’s clear, translucent vocals heighten the sense of poignancy.
The realistic psychological depiction—leaving the reason for the breakup vague—may be something everyone has experienced at least once.
It’s a song you’ll want to sink into during a quiet night or time alone.
For those who prefer savoring the lyrical imagery over flashy developments, this is a must-listen gem.