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Songs with titles that start with 'yu'

A list of song titles in Japanese alphabetical order that might be useful for karaoke.

In this article, we’ll introduce songs with titles that start with “yu.”

How many songs with titles starting with “yu” can you think of?

And how many of the songs in this article do you know?

We’re covering a wide range—from massive hits from the Showa era to songs that became standard favorites after booming in the Heisei era.

Use this as a reference when you’re unsure what to pick at karaoke or when you’re playing shiritori with song titles.

Songs with titles starting with “Yu” (301–310)

Snowy TownPEDRO

PEDRO / Snow City [OFFICIAL VIDEO]
Snowy TownPEDRO

The lyrics woven by Ayuni D of PEDRO capture feelings for her hometown and loved ones, intertwining the poignant sorrow and warmth of winter into a deeply moving ballad that resonates with listeners.

Featured on the album “We Will Visit Again at a Later Date,” released in November 2021, the song reflects Ayuni’s full involvement and marks a further deepening of the band’s musicality.

Set against a backdrop of snow-covered streets, it sings of longing for someone you can’t see, making it perfect for solitary winter nights or moments spent reminiscing about someone important.

As a quintessential winter ballad that showcases PEDRO’s musical character to the fullest, it’s one you should definitely give a listen.

Dream LanternRADWIMPS

RADWIMPS’s song, which portrays the dreams, hopes, and their fragility in youth, resonates deeply.

It beautifully captures the gap between the pure desire of “if you wish, something will come true” and reality, stirring the listener’s emotions.

Included on the album Your Name.

released in August 2016, it was used as the opening theme for the film of the same name.

The song harmonizes perfectly with the film’s worldview and symbolizes the theme of connections that transcend time and space.

It’s recommended for graduates taking a new step forward and for those who want to feel the bonds with someone important.

With RADWIMPS’s poetic lyrics and refreshing melody, it’s a song that stays close to the heart.

Album for the Young, Op. 68 No. 38: In Winter Time IRobert Schumann

Jörg Demus plays Schumann Album für die Jugend Op.68 – 38. Winterzeit I
Album for the Young, Op. 68 No. 38: In Winter Time IRobert Schumann

Album for the Young, written in 1848 by Robert Schumann—one of the leading composers of 19th-century Germany—includes a short piano piece themed around winter.

Although it spans only 16 measures, it carries Schumann’s distinctive Romantic atmosphere, portraying the quiet and chill of winter with a gentle yet introspective melody.

For piano learners, it’s an ideal piece to refine dynamic control and expressive nuance.

Why not play or listen to it at a relaxed pace during the winter season, and experience Schumann’s delicate sensibility?

Jugend-Album (Album for the Young), Op. 68 No. 39: Wintertime IIRobert Schumann

Jörg Demus plays Schumann Album für die Jugend Op.68 – 39. Winterzeit II
Jugend-Album (Album for the Young), Op. 68 No. 39: Wintertime IIRobert Schumann

Robert Schumann’s Album for the Young, composed in 1848, is an educational collection of piano pieces written for children and young people, comprising 43 pieces in total.

This particular piece from the set evokes the stillness and chill of winter while showcasing Schumann’s distinctive Romantic sensibility throughout.

Its melancholic melody in C minor is striking, drawing out the performer’s inner emotions.

It’s recommended not only for piano learners but also for anyone who wants to enjoy music in the winter season.

This is a piece in which one can feel Schumann’s warm, homely atmosphere and romantic sentiment.

Dusk, meltingSCANDAL

The four-piece rock band SCANDAL, which made headlines when they were recognized by Guinness World Records in 2023 as the “longest-running all-female rock band with an unchanged lineup.” Their song Yūgure, Tokeru, included on their 10th album MIRROR, lingers in the ear with its deep, expansive sound and floating melodies.

The lyrics evoke images of recalling seasons gone by, carrying a loneliness reminiscent of a sunset scene.

It’s a somewhat addictive track whose dreamlike ensemble draws you into its world.

yumeSEKAI NO OWARI

Released in November 2011, “yume” is a hidden gem by SEKAI NO OWARI, with lyrics by Fukase, composition by Saori, and arrangement by Nakajin.

The lyrics depict someone so protective of their dreams that the fear of not achieving them takes over, leaving them frozen—ultimately revealing that continuing to pursue your dreams is more important than realizing them.

The refreshing, youthful sound is pleasantly uplifting.

The vocal range is slightly on the high side, but it’s an easy song to sing smoothly if you ride the rhythm, so definitely give it a try at karaoke.

Your ChoiceSHERBET

With Lyrics: SHERBET / Your Choice
Your ChoiceSHERBET

SHERBET, which has led Japan’s melodic hardcore scene, is a three-piece band that debuted in 1996.

Their distinctive twin vocals—Makoto Watanabe’s high range and Yosuke Okada’s raspy voice—have captivated many fans with a driving sound and catchy melodies.

Their debut album “SHERBET” was produced by Akihiro Namba of Hi-Standard and is a must-listen for any melodic hardcore fan.

Despite their short period of activity, SHERBET’s music brought a fresh breeze to the ’90s punk scene and had a major influence on the bands that followed.

Blending the energy of fierce punk rock with melodic elements, their music remains as vibrant as ever and continues to win the hearts of many listeners.