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 that start with “Ta” from popular J-POP! (411–420)
I’m home.Teshima Aoi
The singer Aoi Teshima, known for her one-of-a-kind voice, released her seventh single, “Tadaima,” in 2021.
It was selected as the theme song for TBS’s Sunday drama “Heaven and Hell: Psycho Two People,” starring Haruka Ayase and Issey Takahashi.
Following the beautiful piano intro, Teshima’s whispery vocals—almost as if murmured right by your ear—are truly captivating.
The warm sounds of the wood bass and acoustic guitar also resonate deeply as you listen.
DansharismUchikubi Gokumon Doukoukai
This is a song by Uchikubi Gokumon Doukoukai, a band that champions everyday-life loud rock.
It was released digitally on December 20, 2024, with the music video dropping the same day.
Perfect for the year-end cleaning season, the track centers on the theme of decluttering.
The lyrics humorously and relatably capture the struggle of trying to sort out unwanted items but getting stuck because of memories and lingering attachments.
Crank up this explosive tune and get yourself hyped!
Time goes byMochida Kaori
Kaori Mochida captivates listeners with her crystal-clear voice.
As a member of Every Little Thing, she has released numerous hit songs and continued to enchant fans.
Her singing carries a delicacy and a gentle warmth that resonates with the listener’s emotions.
Their signature song, “Time goes by,” is one of the great ballads in J-pop history, offering a full appreciation of her beautifully resonant vocals.
While her earlier high notes were remarkable, her current voice—evolved after overcoming vocal cord nodules—has a different, equally compelling allure.
A precious treasureShinzawa Toshihiko
This song, with its bright and lively vocals, is perfect for singing at graduation ceremonies and recitals.
Incorporating sign language while singing makes it even more moving and heartfelt.
It was included on an album released in August 2003 and is known as a classic graduation song.
It’s often performed to celebrate children’s growth, warming the hearts of parents and teachers alike.
The lyrics are filled with the pure feelings of children, and singing it together is sure to deepen the bonds within the class.
Be sure to sing it as a song that will become a cherished memory!
Flowers of the JourneyHattori Hiroko
Hiroko Hattori’s song “Tabiji no Hana” is marked by a poignantly melancholic melody.
The work is notable for its emotionally rich, squeezed-out vocal delivery, with overall dynamics kept modest throughout.
Because of that restraint, delicacy is required; however, since the song isn’t one with dramatic dynamic shifts, it’s enough to focus on handling the key kobushi ornaments where they appear.
For this piece, it’s recommended to sing the kobushi with the image of applying a very strong, momentary vibrato.
If you still find it difficult to execute the kobushi, try gently nodding your head as you apply it.
Doing so can make this type of ornament easier to produce.
dandelionMatsushita Kohei
With a gentle acoustic sound and a warm, tender voice, Kohei Matsushita delivers an encouraging song that resonates deeply in the heart.
Imbued with the desire to become a flower that blooms for a loved one, this piece brims with the purity of caring for someone and the wish to do whatever one can for them.
Included on the album “R&ME,” released in December 2023, the song was written and composed by Matsushita himself, who also created the album’s illustrations.
It’s the perfect track for expressing gratitude or quietly conveying your feelings to someone special.
It’s only one life, after all.Matsubara Nobue
Nobue Matsubara’s single “Tatta Ichido no Jinsei Dakara,” released on January 10, 2024.
Set to a beautiful melody, this work celebrates the value of life and the preciousness of once-in-a-lifetime encounters.
Written by Kaoru Ito and Yoshichika Inomata, its lyrics are deeply moving.
Portraying life’s uncertain yet beautiful journey through the image of a traveler without a map, Matsubara’s powerful vocals strike straight at the listener’s heart.
Gently offering an uplifting message, the song is especially resonant when you’re feeling down or standing at a crossroads in life.
Expressing the beauty of cherishing each day and never losing hope, Matsubara’s latest work will surely become a source of comfort for many—not only for enka fans.