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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!

Songs with titles starting with “To.” Introducing picks from popular tracks across generations! (441–450)

tremoloSaitō Kazuyoshi

If you want to make a moist, mature ballad your own, this is the song for you.

Tremolo is a track from the twelfth album, I ♥ ME, released in 2007.

It’s a heartfelt love song that pairs gently swaying guitar sounds with Saito’s tender vocals, drawing you in with its clear, transparent atmosphere.

As it’s a ballad, the melody is, of course, on the relaxed side.

You should be able to sing it calmly while seated.

Transparent mapSaitō Kazuyoshi

Kazuyoshi Saito – Transparent Map [Official Audio]
Transparent mapSaitō Kazuyoshi

Saito Kazuyoshi’s new song, woven with a gentle melody and warm vocals, is a heartwarming story that softly portrays a life turning point brought on by changes in one’s home.

Amid the mix of hope and anxiety for the future, it serves as an encouraging anthem that powerfully supports a new step in life.

Released digitally in February 2025, the piece was written for SUUMO’s web movie “Jinsei no Matorizu” (“Life’s Floor Plan”) and has been gaining attention alongside the commercial featuring actress Yu Aoi.

This song offers quiet companionship to those preparing for a move or a new chapter, and to anyone about to open a fresh page in their life.

Songs with titles that start with “To.” Introducing picks from popular tracks across a wide range of eras! (451–460)

Toryanseatarashii gakkou no rīdāzu

ATARASHII GAKKO! – Toryanse (Official Music Video)
Toryanseatarashii gakkou no rīdāzu

Shinsei Kamattechan Leaders is a dance-vocal unit formed in 2015, which made its major debut in 2017 and achieved a rapid breakthrough in 2023 with Otona Blue.

While incorporating elements from a variety of music genres, their songs are exceptionally catchy and memorable, and each member’s distinct personality is also a key part of their appeal.

They’re an artist you should not only listen to, but also experience live on stage.

Tokyo lights, foreverShinkawa Jirō

Because enka requires applying kobushi (melismatic bends), it tends to be harder to sing than typical J-pop.

Even so, I imagine many men in their 70s still want to sing enka.

In that case, I recommend Tokyo no Hi yo Itsu Made mo.

Compared to standard enka, this song has a somewhat plain vocal line.

As a result, the instances of kobushi are relatively few for enka, and the ones that do appear are on the easier side.

Although the piece sits a bit higher in range, it doesn’t demand many long sustained notes, so anyone who can produce moderately high tones should be able to sing it without issue.

Catch me tonight.Shinhama Reon

Reon Niihama “Catch Me, Tonight.” Music Video (Full Ver.) [Official]
Catch me tonight.Shinhama Reon

The opening theme of the anime “Detective Conan: The Culprit Hanzawa,” “Catch Me Tonight,” is really popular too.

It’s sung by Reon Niihama, a new-generation enka singer.

While it has the weight of traditional enka, it also incorporates elements of kayōkyoku, making it approachable even for those who aren’t familiar with enka.

It’s a love song, but some of its lyrics tie into the anime’s content, and the simple hand-movement choreography is another reason it’s widely loved.

You should definitely give it a try yourself.

lighthouseHoshino Gen

Singer-songwriter Gen Hoshino, whose talents are drawing attention as he thrives across a wide range of fields beyond music, has released a globally simultaneous digital EP, LIGHTHOUSE.

The track Todai (Lighthouse), included as the opening number, is one of the ending themes written anew for each episode of the Netflix talk variety show LIGHTHOUSE.

Though the lyrics may at first seem to carry a negative message, they are imbued with universal truths that resonate with any life.

It’s an emotional number whose delicate ensemble—featuring only acoustic guitar—colors the night.

Tokyo Shoeshine BoyAkatsuki Teruko

A classic from the Showa era, this song charms with its lively rhythm and cheerful lyrics.

It romantically portrays the everyday life of a young shoe-shiner on a Tokyo street corner.

Released in May 1951, it became known as one of Teruko Akatsuki’s signature songs.

Singing it with older listeners might spark fond memories of their youth.

Why not enjoy singing it while savoring the nostalgic atmosphere of the Showa period?