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 songs starting with “Ta” from popular J-POP! (371–380)
Tazawako Love SongYasuda Teiji
Teiji Yasuda is a late-blooming enka singer who made his debut at the age of 75.
His much-anticipated debut single, “Tazawako Koiuta,” drew attention in the enka scene of his home prefecture, Akita.
The Tazawa Lake featured in this work is located in Akita, where Yasuda is from, and the song warmly portrays sentiments for his hometown.
Its orthodox melody pairs exquisitely with Yasuda’s warm vocals.
If you’re looking for a new favorite enka newcomer, be sure to check him out.
TABOOKōda Kumi
Released in 2008, Kumi Koda’s 41st single, “TABOO,” is a danceable track that’s easy to sing at karaoke.
The lyrics are packed with a provocative message about breaking taboos, leaving a strong impression and embodying Koda’s signature “sexy-cool” style.
While the song touches on themes like forbidden love and secret romance, it isn’t a tragic love story; it also conveys an empowering message.
Marked by Kumi Koda’s powerful vibrato, this is a great song to try at karaoke.
Introducing songs starting with 'Ta' from popular J-POP! (381–390)
bamboo-copterKasamura Tōta
It’s a song steeped in deep emotions and loneliness.
A Vocaloid track by Toa Kasamura, released in May 2024.
It’s filled with feelings of isolation, parting, and the wish to meet again.
When you listen, a slow ache spreads through your heart—yet that very warmth gently soothes it.
The official MV is available on YouTube.
It’s a piece that shines with the delicate expression characteristic of Kasamura, who also provides songs for Project Sekai.
When you’re aching to see someone, this work will be there to stay close to your feelings.
Traveling WomanMitsuoka Hiroshi
Released on March 6, 2024, this work centers on Isao Saito’s masterful guitar, with Mitsuoka’s deeply wistful vocals resonating in the heart.
Set to an emotive soundscape, it tells the story of a woman who, in search of a lost lover, follows the changing seasons as she walks a solitary road.
The tender tones and heartrending melody carry vocals that gently permeate the depths of each listener’s heart.
Be sure to savor it as you listen.
Terminal Terminalhachikuji mayoi (kato emiri)
It’s a heart-throbbing song whose lyrics capture the feelings of a protagonist making curry and waiting at home for the person they love.
The track was used as the opening theme for the anime Owarimonogatari, sung by voice actress Emiri Katō under the character name Mayoi Hachikuji from the series.
It’s an adorably cute pop number with a soothing, comforting finish—and the vocals are truly adorable.
The happiness found in everyday routine, that kind of pure emotion, is reflected in both the music and the lyrics.
At the End of the Journeykanmuri jiro
Jiro Kanmuri, known as a standard-bearer of “neo enka” and “action enka,” debuted in 1967, but it was a long road to his big break.
His first hit came in 1977 with a song themed around a strait, and he followed it with a string of successes such as “Miren-zake” and “Sakaba.” His 1992 release featuring a motif of flames, with its distinctive phrasing, also won support from younger listeners.
He made his first appearance at the 42nd NHK Kohaku Uta Gassen and received numerous music awards.
He pursued a wide range of activities, including a tie-in series of songs with an izakaya chain and theme songs for tokusatsu shows.
With his unique persona, he also appeared on variety programs and was beloved by a broad audience.
Jiro Kanmuri is a recommended artist not only for fans of enka but also for those who enjoy something new.
Precious thingskitagawa kenichi
Formed with complete strangers on a TV show project, the band Road of Major featured members from a variety of places—Hiroshima, Gunma, and Okinawa among them.
The vocalist, Kenichi Kitagawa, hails from Kobe in Hyogo Prefecture.
Since the band’s breakup in 2007, he has been active locally, holding solo exhibitions in Kobe and appearing at Kobe events and live houses.
He is someone who has influenced many people, and he has surely had a significant impact on Kobe’s rock bands and its youth as well.
