Songs with titles that start with 'Ya'
This article introduces songs with titles that start with “Ya” (や).
How many songs that start with “Ya” can you think of?
When you put it that way, it’s surprisingly hard to come up with many, isn’t it?
This might come in handy someday—like for themed karaoke sessions, shiritori-style karaoke games, and more.
From classic smash hits to recent chart-toppers, we cover a wide range of songs old and new.
Feel free to use this as a handy reference whenever you need it!
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Songs with titles starting with “Ya” (21–30)
Mountain MusiciansDoitsu min’yō
An endearing, picture book-like piece in which the animals of the forest become musicians and hold a concert.
In this song, mountain friends like squirrels and little birds appear one after another, each showing off their favorite instrument.
With a structure that layers on words imitating the timbre of the instruments, it carries a lively joy that makes your body start moving all on its own.
It became widely known in Japan after being featured in April 1964 on NHK’s “Minna no Uta,” sung by Dark Ducks.
Since then, it has been sung for many years on educational programs and the like.
Part of its charm is that you can enjoy it with gestures and hand motions, too.
Goat MailSakushi: Mado Michio / Sakkyoku: Dan Ikuma
A very unique children’s song featuring the absent-minded White Goat and Black Goat.
The lyrics are by Michio Mado, who also wrote “Zō-san,” and the music is by Ikuma Dan.
Its charm lies in the heartwarming world where you can’t help but laugh at the endless loop of the two writing letters back and forth without ever conveying their messages.
First broadcast on NHK Radio in 1953, the song has long been beloved on programs like NHK’s “Okaasan to Issho.” Try singing it together as a parent and child, smiling at the thought that it would be quicker if they just met and talked in person.
Songs with titles starting with “Ya” (31–40)
A gentle feelingChara
A love song with a sweet, whisper-like vocal that gently soaks into the heart.
Released in April 1997 as Chara’s 14th single, this track brightened living rooms across Japan as the Shiseido T’ESSERA J commercial song and was also included on the million-selling classic album Junior Sweet.
The lyrics portray a pure sense of happiness—simply wanting to hold hands with the one you love.
That straightforward feeling warms the listener’s heart.
Its experimental yet refined, floating sound will lift your spirits even when you’re feeling low.
It’s a song that lights a soft, gentle glow in your heart when you’re a little tired from the busyness of everyday life.
Gentle lovershimamo
Singer-songwriter Shiamo, hailing from Miyagi Prefecture, is known for her piano-based performances and impressive self-producing skills, handling everything from lyric writing to arrangement.
She made her CD debut in 2017, and her signature song “YOU” became a massive hit with over 600 million views on TikTok.
The track was also selected as the ending theme for Fuji TV’s program “Music Saturday.” With hard rock as part of her musical roots, she draws attention for her expressive range, spanning from delicate ballads to a more rock-oriented side.
Yagi-bushiHarada Naoyuki
Naoyuki Harada, a leading pioneer who has propelled Japan’s “stage-style min’yō” folk music, hails from Namie Town in Futaba District, Fukushima Prefecture.
He is widely recognized for bringing folk songs to a broad public through television and nationwide tours.
He made his record debut in 1964 with “Nagamochi Uta,” and in 1966 founded his own school, the Min’yō Harada-kai, taking an early lead in training the next generation.
His 1990 release “Zenkoku Go-chōnai Ondo” became a major hit, selling around 500,000 copies.
In 2013, he was named an Honorary Citizen of his hometown, Namie, and he has continued vigorous activities after the Great East Japan Earthquake, guided by his belief that “min’yō is a cheer song for one’s hometown.” His naturally beautiful voice and richly ornamented kobushi vocal turns make him highly recommended for anyone wishing to experience Japan’s traditional music.
Yamikawa Tokyokairiki bea
It’s an addictive electropop track.
Kairiki Bear, the Vocaloid producer known for “Venom,” released it in September 2025.
It portrays the craving for approval and the inner “darkness” behind the pursuit of “cute” in glamorous Tokyo.
You’ll find yourself drawn into a world where cuteness and danger intertwine.
This piece is the theme song for the solo concert “Yamikawa Tokyo Paranoid” held in October 2025.
Be sure to experience Kairiki Bear’s uniquely thrilling sound.
Gentle CometYOASOBI
Since the overall vocal range is C4–F5, one of my male voice-training students sang it an octave lower! The rhythm is steady and the melody is easy to follow, so it might be just right for women to sing in the original key and for men to sing an octave down.
When singing, the key is to avoid belting and base your voice on falsetto.
If you’re not used to high notes, practice humming.
If you hum using your throat, your singing voice will also stay throaty, so use more breath than you think and hum lightly.
I want you to take in a lot of air through your mouth, but if your chest expands when you inhale, it becomes chest breathing and creates tension.
Relax your shoulders and let the breath go into your abdomen instead.
After that, lightly hold your breath for a moment to prepare, then hum gently—this makes it easier to grasp the right sensation!
