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.
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Songs with titles starting with 'Yu' (441–450)
Yuu-chan’s ChristmasHayami Yū
When it comes to winter traditions of the 1980s, many people probably think of this song.
Featuring Yū Hayami’s clear, memorable vocals, it beautifully captures a Christmas-like sense of magic.
The lyrics paint joyful Christmas scenes—city illuminations and gift exchanges—that warm the listener’s heart.
The harmony with children’s voices is lovely, making it a track the whole family can enjoy.
With its heartwarming melody, it’s the kind of song you find yourself humming naturally during the Christmas season.
evening primroseAsahimisato
Here’s a song by Misato Asahi, who is from Matsuyama, Ehime Prefecture and now lives in Osaka.
It was recorded at a studio in Osaka.
The composer is Soichi Takeyama, who has also written songs for Kenichi Mikawa and Kiyoko Suizenji.
The song tells the story of a man who fell in love with a woman working at a bar and married her; he tenderly cherishes his wife, likening her to the four o’clock flower (mirabilis).
It paints those feelings in rich detail.
The scenes unfold before your eyes like a moment from a film.
Give it a listen and let yourself sink into a retro mood.
Snow SongKimura Tetsuji
This is a work by Tetsuji Kimura that poignantly sings of snow swirling through the air.
While regretting past mistakes, the protagonist discovers renewal and hope, rendered alongside a beautiful melody.
Released in February 2025, this song is Kimura’s third single.
Through depictions of nature—snow, the moon, and the wind—it symbolically expresses the purification and rebirth of the human heart.
For those feeling lost in life, it may serve as a guiding light.
Leaving snowy Echigo behindMurakami Sachiko
Sachiko Murakami is a Japanese enka singer, born on October 21, 1958.
She hails from Murakami City, Niigata Prefecture (formerly Arakawa Town, Iwafune District), and her stage name was chosen in reference to her hometown.
She made her singing debut in 1979 with “Yuki no Echigo o Ato ni Shite” on Crown Records.
Her 1984 release “Sakaba Suzume” became a major hit and brought her widespread recognition.
In 1985, she moved from Crown Talent Agency to HoriPro, becoming the first artist from Niigata Prefecture to join HoriPro.
Her music drew renewed attention on the 30th anniversary of her passing and continues to move many people through social media.
Yugiri PortMori Konomi
Konomi Mori, a native of Sapporo, Hokkaido, is a standout singer who rose to prominence as a master of folk songs and brought a fresh breeze to the world of enka.
She made her debut in 2013 with “Shamisen Wataridori,” and her talent was quickly recognized when she won the New Artist Award at the Japan Record Awards that same year.
Boasting the remarkable achievement of being the youngest-ever champion in the youth division of the national Esashi Oiwake competition, Mori carries on the traditions of Japanese folk music while captivating many fans with a compelling voice that transcends the boundaries of enka.
She has produced hit songs such as “Nozomi-zake” and “Nokon no Tsuki,” both popular choices for karaoke.
Nurtured by the northern land, her rich sensibility and powerful vocals are recommended not only for enka fans but also for a wide range of listeners who love folk and kayōkyoku.
Snow reportMatsutōya Yumi
When it comes to timeless songs that delicately depict winter scenes of the ’80s, many people are likely to think of this one.
Included on Yumi Matsutoya’s 25th album, “SURF & SNOW,” this track was released in December 1980.
It’s a ballad that gently portrays the melancholy of heartbreak and the hope of reunion, themed around a chance meeting at a ski resort, expressing memories carried by the snow and the changing seasons.
The soft piano and string accompaniment are striking, and the gentle, medium-tempo melody resonates deeply.
It remains beloved by many as a mature love song perfect for quiet winter nights alone.
YukoYūji Matsuo
It feels like a sweet love story that seeps into the heart.
This song by Yushi Matsuo, who has built a firm place for himself in the enka world as a singer, was released in December 2024.
It carefully weaves the tale of a protagonist who stays by the side of a woman named Yuko and seeks to lead her toward a happy future.
Matsuo’s distinctive phrasing, featuring his signature rolled Rs, and his warm vocal tone further elevate the story.
It’s a track that lets you fully savor the appeal of enka that stands by life’s side—one you’ll want to listen to with someone special.