Songs with titles that start with “Tsu.” Introducing famous tracks from the Showa to Reiwa eras!
When you hear “songs with titles that start with ‘tsu,’” which ones come to mind?
It might not be easy to think of any right away, but if you look at words that start with “tsu” like “tsuki” (moon), “tsubasa” (wings), “tsuyoi” (strong), or “tsumi” (sin), chances are you’ll think, “Ah, that song!”
In this article, we’ll introduce a bunch of songs whose titles start with “tsu.”
Use it as a reference for shiritori with song-title restrictions, or as hints for karaoke shiritori where you connect songs by the last letter of the previous one.
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Songs with titles starting with “Tsu.” Introducing masterpieces from the Showa to Reiwa eras! (401–410)
Light of TsugaruYamamoto Kenji
Kenji Yamamoto, known as a star of Tsugaru and Nanbu folk songs, has been active as a leading figure in the folk music world since his 1968 debut, producing hits such as “Tsugaru Bojo” and “Ho-hai Bushi.” His skills have been highly acclaimed, including receiving the Skills Award from the Japan Folk Song Association in 2000.
His distinctive singing style, which makes full use of the Tsugaru dialect, is popular not only in folk music but also in enka and kayōkyoku.
In 2018, he celebrated the 50th anniversary of his debut and released the commemorative song “Bokyō Sado Okesa.” Yamamoto’s voice vividly evokes hometown landscapes and everyday lives, leaving a deep impression on listeners.
He is a highly recommended singer for anyone wishing to experience the culture and traditions of Aomori.
My wife… thank you.Yamamoto Jōji
A heartfelt song filled with deep love and gratitude.
It was released in July 2024 to commemorate Joji Yamamoto’s 50th debut anniversary.
His emotions for his longtime partner are delivered through a richly expressive vocal performance.
It conveys his gratitude to his wife, with whom he has shared and overcome both hardships and joys.
Combined with Yamamoto’s soulful singing, I believe it is a masterpiece that resonates deeply with listeners.
It’s a perfect track for celebrating a wedding anniversary or expressing appreciation to someone special.
Scales of the MoonIwanami Rie
It’s a song that irresistibly draws you into the profound world of kayōkyoku.
Released by Rie Iwanami in December 2024, it’s her first single in about two years and five months.
While preserving the charm of 1980s–90s kayō pops, it also incorporates modern elements.
Written and composed by Naohisa Taniguchi, the lyrics overlay a fragile future and fading beautiful memories with the light of the moon.
With a mid-tempo groove and vocals that balance poignancy and strength, it’s sure to move your heart.
Recommended for those who have experienced heartbreak or parting, or who want to revisit memories with someone dear.
Be sure to listen to this track packed with Rie Iwanami’s appeal.
Tsugaru Aiya-bushiKishi Chieko
Tsugaru, in Aomori Prefecture, is known for its abundance of folk songs and its many distinguished historical works in the field of music.
Among the folk songs counted as the “Five Great Tsugaru Folk Songs” is Tsugaru Aiya-bushi.
Its origin can be traced to the Kumamoto folk song Haiya-bushi.
Haiya-bushi is known for having given rise to many other folk songs.
One of these, sung around the theme of “haiya,” which refers to a south wind favorable for launching boats, is a popular folk song that has also been covered with many different lyrical interpretations.
to connect; to link; to tiearashi
It’s a smash hit by Arashi, an idol group whose overwhelming vocals and solid singing ability have earned them high praise overseas.
This classic conveys the message of wanting to steal away the one you love, and it has become a popular song that everyone knows.
Desert of the Moonkawanaka miyuki
It’s a famous 1990s song by Miyuki Kawanaka, notable for its graceful strings and a hint of kayōkyoku flavor.
Kawanaka also holds back on overt enka-style techniques in her vocals, so it might be an easy entry point for those who don’t yet feel confident singing full-on enka.
The overall vocal range is relatively narrow, the pitch isn’t very high, and the melody is easy to remember, so many people will likely find it comfortable to sing at karaoke.
One point to watch: be careful not to let it become too flat or monotonous—focus on clearly articulating the lyrics as you sing.
Give Me Wings (Red Bird cover)Kawamura Kaori
Kaori Kawamura’s “Tsubasa wo Kudasai,” released in 1991, is a cover of the hit song by the folk group Akai Tori.
Arranged as a band song with a driving beat, it brings the melody’s beauty into even sharper relief.
Born to a Japanese father and a Russian mother, Kawamura experienced hardships in her childhood because she was mixed-race.
The way she sings—shaped by those varied experiences—and her free, soaring voice are deeply moving.
It’s a classic worth listening to again carefully, alongside memories of youth.
