Songs with titles starting with “To.” A selection from popular tracks across generations!
When it comes to songs that start with “To,” what songs come to mind for you?
There are plenty of classic tracks titled “Tokyo,” and you can probably think of many song titles that begin with words like “Time” (Toki) or “Friend” (Tomo) as well.
In this article, we’ll introduce lots of songs that start with “To.”
Use this as a handy guide not only for song-title shiritori, but also when you’re stuck choosing songs for karaoke shiritori, where you link the last letter of each song title to the next.
All right, let’s dive in!
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Songs with titles starting with “To.” Introducing picks from popular hits across generations! (431–440)
travelingUtada Hikaru
One of Hikaru Utada’s signature songs, this single was released in November 2001.
Its upbeat rhythm and distinctive lyrics made a lasting impression, and it was also used in NTT DoCoMo’s FOMA commercials.
The lyrics, which include a quotation from The Tale of the Heike, express a yearning for departure and freedom, resonating deeply with listeners.
It topped the Oricon Singles Chart and stayed on the charts for 21 weeks, enjoying immense popularity.
The dance-inducing rhythm and beat are irresistibly enjoyable.
The music video also drew attention, with the DVD ranking No.
1 on Oricon’s year-end DVD chart.
It’s a perfect song for anyone seeking new encounters and adventures.
Tokyo OndoKouta Katsutarou, Mishima Issei
The classic Bon Odori song “Tokyo Ondo” originated from “Marunouchi Ondo,” which was created in 1932 (Showa 7).
While reconstruction after the Great Kanto Earthquake was progressing, the global depression lingered, and restaurant owners in Marunouchi came up with the idea of holding a Bon dance in Hibiya Park to attract customers.
They asked a record company to produce an ondo, resulting in “Marunouchi Ondo,” with lyrics by Yaso Saijo and music by Shinpei Nakayama.
The song, which wove the names of areas around the park into its lyrics, became a hit at the Bon dance.
The following year, the record company released “Tokyo Ondo” as a new “parody version” incorporating place names from across Tokyo.
It’s also well known as a fight song for the professional baseball team, the Yakult Swallows.
Stopover (getting off partway)Yamakawa Yutaka
Speaking of Yutaka Yamakawa, his smooth, tender phrasing is memorable, but this work, while retaining that quality, is characterized overall by powerful singing that requires substantial vocal projection.
Another hallmark, for a Yamakawa song, is the kobushi ornamentation that uses the hiccup-style vocal technique frequently heard in rokyoku and Kawachi ondo.
That might sound difficult, but the kobushi in this piece only shifts by one or two scale steps.
Compared to folk songs, the melodic rises and falls are far fewer, so as enka goes, this can be considered a relatively easy song.
A friend of a friendOkazaki Taiiku
Have you ever had that awkward experience of going over to a friend’s house and finding a kid you don’t know there? Taiiku Okazaki’s hit song takes that relatable “we’ve all been there” moment as its theme! With a catchy melody and humor-packed lyrics, it tickles the listener’s heart.
Broadcast on “Minna no Uta” since October 2024, it’s loved by people of all ages, from kids to adults.
This piece is filled with the unique charm of Taiiku Okazaki, who excels at expressing the subtleties of human relationships through music, and the more you listen, the more you relate.
Listen with your friends—you’ll be saying, “So true!” together for sure!
Tokyo Flower GirlHaruo Oka
Haruo Oka’s classic “Tokyo no Hanauri Musume” (The Flower-Selling Girl of Tokyo) is a captivating song, with lyrics that delicately depict scenes of Tokyo soon after the war and Oka’s warm, lustrous voice.
Released in 1946, it became widely cherished as an encouraging anthem that resonated with people of the time.
Its melody, filled with nostalgia and hope, surely continues to linger in many hearts today.
It’s a song that can prompt those in their 90s to recall their youth and the dreams and passions of those days.
We hope listeners will cherish the past while looking ahead with energy.
With that sentiment in mind, we wholeheartedly recommend this timeless masterpiece.
TOMMOROWMayo Okamoto
Mayo Okamoto’s debut single is a moving ballad that sings of the strength to overcome hardship and the hope for tomorrow.
With her warm vocals, she gently speaks to the importance of becoming stronger by overcoming tears.
Released in May 1995, the song quickly drew attention when it was chosen as the theme for the drama “Second Chance,” and it became a massive hit, selling over two million copies.
It’s recommended for times when you want to face forward after painful experiences or encourage yourself to keep going.
The lyrics, filled with Okamoto’s true-to-life feelings, are sure to give you courage.
Songs with titles starting with “To.” Introducing picks from popular tracks across generations! (441–450)
FriendOkabayashi Nobuyasu
A powerful folk song that echoes in the darkness before dawn.
Released in September 1969, it is a signature work by Nobuyasu Okabayashi.
Together with the resonance of the acoustic guitar, its call to friends permeates the heart.
It was intertwined with the social movements of the time and deeply moved many people.
The song sparked a major response, even being sung by all participants at the All Japan Folk Jamboree.
Its universal message of hope and resolve continues to be loved by many across generations.
It’s the perfect track when you want to feel the bonds of friendship or need the courage to face hardship.