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)
Traveler of DreamsMatsuyama Chiharu
It’s a song that evokes the image of someone moving forward alone toward their dream, conveying a sense of loneliness.
The piano’s tone, which emphasizes the poignancy, and the powerful guitar sound resonate strikingly, and you can feel the steps toward a journey through the sound as well.
The calm vocal delivery further highlights the loneliness embedded in the lyrics, and you could say the gentle melody makes it an easy song to sing.
The spoken-like singing style and the sparseness of the lyrics effectively convey the bittersweet feeling of setting off on a journey.
dream womanKatsura Ginshuku
Kim Yeon-ja, a songstress from South Korea, achieved great success in Japan’s enka scene.
She made her Japanese debut in 1985 with “Osaka Twilight,” and went on to release a string of hits including “Yume Onna” and “Suzume no Namida.” Her distinctive husky voice and deeply emotional singing earned her numerous music awards.
In 1988, she won the Grand Prix at the Japan Cable Radio Awards and appeared on the year-end NHK Kohaku Uta Gassen for seven consecutive years.
Her style, which skillfully fused Korean trot and Japanese enka, had a significant influence on later Korean artists.
As a bridge between Japanese and Korean musical cultures, Kim’s voice continues to be loved by many enka fans today.
Songs with titles starting with 'Yu' (451–460)
Galaxy of SnowMori Hiroto
A romantic song reminiscent of a winter night sky.
With delicate timbres, it weaves a deeply moving love story that tugs at the heart.
Released digitally in December 2023, the track also drew attention as the theme song for a collaborative drama with Gokko Club, the hugely popular WEBREEN creators on TikTok.
It beautifully portrays the fragility of young love and the warmth of two people leaning into each other.
A heartwarming ballad perfect for a quiet winter night spent with someone special.
Savor the richly expressive vocals of Hiroto Mori.
Into the DreamAtsuko Enomoto · Chihiro Suzuki
Many people probably know the classic song “Yume no Naka e,” written and composed by Yosui Inoue, whether through Inoue himself or Yuki Saito’s rendition.
But did you know it was once used as an anime song? In 1998, it was chosen as the opening theme for the TV anime “His and Her Circumstances” (directed by Hideaki Anno, famous for works like Evangelion), and it was performed by Atsuko Enomoto and Chihiro Suzuki, who played the main characters.
Beyond the song’s excellence, the freshness of their vocals is also very appealing.
You Are the InspirationMakihara Noriyuki
My heart gently unravels with the calm resonance of the sound.
This work by Noriyuki Makihara is included on the album “Buppu Label 15th Anniversary ‘Showcase!’,” released in February 2025.
It carries the message, “Simply living honestly and earnestly can be a help to someone,” and combined with Makihara’s warm, delicate vocals, it truly touches the heart.
Try listening to it during a quiet moment while thinking of someone dear to you.
the world of dreamsHashimoto Yoshiji
Composed by Yoshiji Hashimoto, this piece paints beautiful scenes of nature while singing of memories and hope for the future.
Set to a gentle melody in C major, the lyrics resonate as they look back on the past and give courage to take a step forward into what lies ahead.
Created in the late 1970s, the work has had its sheet music published by Kyoiku Geijutsu Sha and Ongaku No Tomo Sha, and it is also included in junior high school music textbooks.
It’s recommended not only for elementary school students preparing for graduation, but for anyone about to embark on a new chapter in life.
Why not sing it with hope for the future in your heart, while recalling the bonds with friends and the joyful days you shared?
Ghosts and the WriterSuiyōbi no Campanella
This is a song by Wednesday Campanella, notable for its distinctive worldview and euphoric sound.
Written as the theme song for the Fuji TV drama “Kon-Katsu 1000 Hon Knock,” it was digitally released in February 2024.
The lyrics, themed around a mysterious relationship with an ex-boyfriend who has become a ghost, deftly depict the inner struggles of a woman torn between real-life romance and her ideals.
It captivatingly expresses the world of matchmaking, where fluttering excitement and disappointment intersect, through Wednesday Campanella’s signature pop sensibility.
It’s a recommended track not only for those troubled by love, but also for anyone who wants to enjoy unique music.