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! (41–50)
Time View -The Road That Continues Endlessly-naniwa danshi
This piece, with lyrics written by member Shunsuke Michieda, deeply engraves the group’s history and feelings.
It carefully portrays, in unadorned words, the anxieties and conflicts they felt on the journey from formation to debut, as well as the unshakable bond they share as Naniwa Danshi.
Although it’s a track included on the album “1st Love,” released in July 2022, performances like their tearful renditions on stage have made it beloved among fans as a masterpiece that carries weight beyond a typical album song.
This work will gently offer a warm message when you feel like stopping on your way toward a dream.
Please give it a listen when you’re thinking of your cherished friends or when you want to encourage yourself.
Introducing songs that start with “Ta” from popular J-POP! (51–60)
pale and simpleAme Ryou
A dance track that depicts a sense of loneliness as if being ignored by the world, and the impersonal monotony of everyday life that goes on regardless.
Released in July 2025 as an entry for VocaDuo, this is the Kasane Teto SV version.
It boasts a highly addictive finish where philosophical wordplay intertwines with multifaceted beats.
I can’t help but be captivated by the chilly-feeling synths and the vocals that sound as if they’re suppressing emotion.
Be sure to lend an ear to this high-sense EDM.
Whenever I arrive, it’s always raining.yoshida takurou
With lyrics that convey a mature sense of melancholy and life experience, this song will likely resonate especially with older listeners and male vocalists.
The track itself is under three minutes and on the shorter side, but it gradually builds toward the latter half as the chorus comes in, lifting your spirits.
The overall tone is on the brighter side, so raising your facial muscles and eyebrows while singing makes it easier to hit the pitches and switch smoothly into falsetto.
Another key point is to respect the phrasing—sing each phrase carefully and keep the separations clear.
Don’t force it; relax your shoulders and sing as if you’re speaking.
JourneyTendō Yoshimi
Yoshimi Tendo, an enka singer raised in Osaka, is known for her overwhelming vocal prowess.
She’s a memorable artist whose powerful projection—unimaginable from her petite frame—and captivating expressiveness enchant listeners.
Among her songs, a new single released in January 2026 is one I especially recommend.
Created by the familiar duo Reiji Mizuki (lyrics) and Hideo Mizumori (composition), this work is a classic enka piece that portrays the bond of a married couple and the journey of life.
Its dramatic arc—from the warm affection of the first half to overcoming parting in the latter and facing forward—will surely strike listeners to the core.
If you’d like to perform a richly emotional story at karaoke, be sure to check it out.
Turn It UpA-ko
This song was specially written as the ending theme for the TV anime Darwin’s Incident.
Released digitally in January 2026, it leaves a vivid impression with lyrics told from the perspective of the antagonistic organization in the story, and a sound that deftly weaves together jazz, rock, and pop.
While closely aligning with the anime’s socially minded worldview, the track radiates an intensity that makes you want to surrender yourself to booming speakers in a live house.
If you’re looking for a jolt in your everyday life, this is a must-experience.
Turn Back Time feat. FANTASTICSEXILE
When you feel like giving up on the road toward your dream, this warm melody will surely stay close to your heart.
This piece was released in May 2018 as the fourth installment of the “EXILE FRIDAY” project and was later included on the album STAR OF WISH.
The lyrics were written by TAKAHIRO, imbued with a cheer for FANTASTICS member Shota Nakao, who was battling illness at the time, and with hopes for everyone chasing their dreams.
The arrangement, which layers ATSUSHI’s embracing vocals with those of the young singers who will lead the next generation, conveys a bond that transcends generations.
The lyric video, which featured messages from all EXILE TRIBE members, also became a hot topic.
Why not give it a listen when you’re going through a tough time and want to lift your gaze and start moving forward?
Twilight SilhouetteMatsuzaka Yuuki
Yuki Matsuzaka is an enka singer from Suzuka City, Mie Prefecture, with a background as a conservatory graduate.
While studying in the Vocal Music Department at Musashino Academia Musicae, he trained under Naoyuki Harada, a leading figure in the world of Japanese folk music, honing his technique.
He made his debut in 2015 with the single “Furusato Kaeri” from Nippon Columbia.
He has proven his solid ability, winning the Grand Prix at the 2017 Japanese Folk Song Festival and receiving the Encouragement Award at the 2019 Japan Composers’ Association Music Festival.
His greatest appeal lies in his vocal prowess, which fuses the melismatic ornamentation of min’yō with operatic vocalization.
As his career suggests, he possesses expressive power that transcends genres, and his stunningly beautiful voice has even won championships on TV karaoke battle shows.
Highly recommended for those who want to enjoy a singing voice that goes beyond the bounds of enka.