A love song you can sing as a duet. From Showa-era kayōkyoku to the latest J-pop!
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!
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A love song you can sing as a duet. From Showa-era kayōkyoku to the latest J-pop! (71–80)
Men and women, no matter how old they are.Ryotaro Sugi & Yuri Murata
Known as a duet by Ryotaro Sugi and Yuri Murata, this piece is a beloved classic that resonates with the hearts of the mature generation.
Its lyrics, which focus on relationships and emotions between men and women that remain unchanged with age, are particularly relatable for listeners with rich life experience.
Released in March 1996, it carries the essence of Showa-era kayokyoku while conveying a message that still speaks to the present day.
Cherished for many years as a karaoke and bar staple, it’s a song that fully showcases the appeal of a duet sung by two people.
With a calm yet warm vocal tone and lyrics that feel close to the heart, its charm lies in the gentle comfort it offers.
Lovestruck MidosujiTakeshi Emoto & Machiko Irie
One of the quintessential duet songs of the Showa era, this classic vividly evokes the scenery of Osaka.
Released in 1978 by Takeshi Emoto and Machiko Irie, it portrays a bittersweet love set along Midosuji in a light drizzle.
It drew attention as a rare case of former professional baseball player Emoto also succeeding as a singer.
With its gentle melody and emotionally rich lyrics, it’s irresistible for fans of Showa-era kayokyoku.
It’s the kind of song you’ll want to sing with someone special at karaoke or in a cozy snack bar.
I loved you, loved you, I ended up falling so in love.Miyoko Tashiro & Hiroshi Wada and The Mahina Stars
“I Loved You, Loved You, Loved You So Much” is a very straightforward love song.
Miyoko Tashiro’s warm, gentle image further sparks the excitement of loving someone.
Though it’s an adult song, it’s a fun tune for people of all ages to sing.
If someone starts singing it, it seems like everyone there would get into it together.
Love songs you can sing as a duet. From Showa-era kayōkyoku to the latest J-pop! (81–90)
That’s a tearjerker.Yujiro Ishihara & Miyuki Kawanaka
Known as one of the great duets that color the golden age of Showa-era hits, “Nakaseroze” tells a poignant story of a heartbreaking goodbye, woven by the captivating voices of Yujiro Ishihara and Miyuki Kawanaka.
Released in September 1995, the song drew attention as a collaboration between two major stars.
Ishihara’s warm, low voice and Kawanaka’s gentle, expressive singing blend beautifully, resulting in a performance that resonates deeply with listeners.
Depicting the sorrow of love and parting, it’s a track that especially evokes nostalgia for fans of Showa-era kayōkyoku.
A gem of a song that makes you want to sing it with someone special at karaoke or in a cozy snack bar.
Dawn of PartingYujiro Ishihara / Aki Yashiro
“Dawn of Parting,” released in 1974.
This song is tenderly sung by two powerhouse Showa-era vocalists, Yujiro Ishihara and Aki Yashiro.
The lyrics are short and the melody is easy to remember, so with a bit of practice you’ll be able to sing it right away! Since it’s a song about mature love, enjoy its world together with the person you sing it with.
This song might even be the spark that brings your hearts much closer.
A Nighttime EncounterYujiro Ishihara / Aki Yashiro
A duet song by Yujiro Ishihara and Aki Yashiro.
Yujiro Ishihara’s low, gentle voice captivated many women.
It’s a song you can sing with full mood, and the chorus really soars, so both the singer and the listeners will likely feel a sense of nostalgia.
It lifts your spirits—definitely a song worth remembering.
Listen to it over and over until you’ve learned it, and be sure to perform it confidently in front of everyone!
AmanYoichi Sugawara / Silvia
It’s a duet by Yoichi Sugawara and Silvia.
It also became the song that led Silvia to start her career as a solo singer.
Strongly steeped in the mood-kayō style, the song is striking for its lyrics, which are sprinkled with words that evoke adult allure and a blazing, passionate romance.
Since it’s sung by a man and a woman, it’s well-suited for a duet, but because the lyrics are provocative, you might want to choose the occasion carefully before performing it.