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A love song you can sing as a duet. From Showa-era kayōkyoku to the latest J-pop!

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Picking out love songs from duet tracks!

Showa-era kayokyoku is full of classic duet songs that portray the romantic dynamics between men and women.

For example, many people know songs like “Lonely Chaplin” and “Ai ga Umareta Hi,” even across different generations.

In this article, we introduce a variety of duet songs from Showa kayokyoku to the latest J-pop.

Many of them are great for karaoke, so once you find a favorite, be sure to try singing it as a duet!

Love songs you can sing as duets. From Showa-era kayōkyoku to the latest J-pop! (61–70)

Embrace the presentNOA

NOA (YOSHIKI) – Embrace the Present

Embrace the present, NOA

If you want to sing something gently and heartfelt, I recommend “Ima wo Dakishimete.” It’s a single released in 1993 by NOA, a duo formed by Atsuko Sendo and Eisaku Yoshida, who starred in the drama “Tetteiteki ni Ai wa…,” with music composed by YOSHIKI.

This beautiful piano ballad was created in response to a request to make a “classic duet song that young people can sing,” and it truly adds color to any duet.

It’s not too long and has a calm melody, making it approachable for anyone.

With lyrics that echo a sincere, earnest love, it’s sure to resonate with your own romance.

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red glassAi George, Chinami Shima

Red Glass / Ai George, Shinma Chinami (performed by the artists themselves)

Red Glass-Eyed George, Chinami Shima

Sing the first verse by a man and the second by a woman, then have both sing together in the third verse.

Alternating duets are lovely, but songs like this one—unfolding as if to portray the disconnect between a man and a woman—also have a special charm.

The tempo is neither too fast nor too slow, so it’s not too hard to learn.

Give it a try!

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Love VacationThe Peanuts

The Peanuts – A Vacation of Love

Love Vacation - The Peanuts

Depending on the generation of the people you’re going to karaoke with, there are times when you might want to duet on a Showa-era pop song.

In those moments, The Peanuts’ “Koibito Boogie (Vacation of Love)” is a perfect fit.

Released in 1963, it’s a pop song with a pleasant jazz beat.

Besides the original version by The Peanuts, the cover by W (Nozomi Tsuji and Ai Kago) is also well known, so depending on the age group, that can be a great choice too.

If you have the time, try practicing the harmony parts together!

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Love letter.Haji→ feat. Sonoko Inoue

Hajime → Love Letter. feat. Sonoko Inoue

Love Letter. Haji→ feat. Sonoko Inoue

A slightly unusual-flavored love song that dreams about the fated romance you’ll someday share.

The collaborators are the singer-songwriters Hajime→ and Sonoko Inoue.

Sonoko Inoue’s solo part is written in Kansai dialect to match her Kansai roots.

That touch makes the destined encounter feel even more real.

It’s great for couples to sing together, but it might also be fun to nudge a pair who are just one step away from dating to sing it—who knows, it could give them that final push!

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Miracle of LoveHide and Rosanna

Hide and Rosanna – Miracle of Love

The Miracle of Love: Hide and Rosanna

This song, beloved by many as a quintessential Showa-era duet, continues to capture hearts.

The clear, pure voices of Hide and Rosanna gently wrap around the ache of unrequited love.

Although it was their 1968 debut, its popularity surged after release, becoming a million-seller.

Its charm remains undimmed across generations, with numerous artists covering it over the years.

The lyrics, which express feelings for a former lover and the hope of being loved again, resonate deeply with listeners.

Sing it with friends at karaoke or in a snack bar, and it will surely become a wonderful memory.

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Love is vulnerable.Hide and Rosanna

Hide and Rosanna – Love Is Fragile

Love Is Vulnerable — Hide and Rosanna

Here is the duo Hide and Rosanna’s fifth single, released in 1970.

Rosanna’s clear voice and her slightly halting Japanese here and there are really charming, aren’t they? With this song, Hide and Rosanna made their first appearance on the 21st NHK Kōhaku Uta Gassen.

It’s also known for being sung by Shin-chan’s parents in the 1997 Crayon Shin-chan movie.

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The third-year affairHiroshi & Kībō

The third-year affair

Hiroshi & Kiibou: The Third Year Affair

When it comes to male-female duets, this is probably the first song that comes to mind for many people.

It’s a classic duet with conversational lyrics that vividly depict episodes of a man and woman living under the same roof.

The song unfolds with a man who has cheated and a woman who confronts him.

Although it should be a serious situation, the man’s excuses somehow come across as a bit comical.

While it’s typically sung as a male-female duet, it’s also a fun song to perform as a same-gender duet.

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