A roundup of Japanese songs whose titles start with “ji,” from buzzworthy tracks to popular hits.
As one way to liven up karaoke, you might sing songs by the same artist or within the same genre.
Another fun idea is to pick a character from the Japanese syllabary and sing songs that start with it.
In this article, we’ll introduce a variety of tracks themed around songs that start with “ji.”
There are many words that begin with “ji,” so you can enjoy a wide variety of titles.
From upbeat, crowd-pleasing pop and rock to heartwarming ballads, check these out for inspiration when choosing karaoke songs or creating playlists.
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A collection of Japanese songs with titles starting with “Ji.” From trending tracks to popular hits (61–70)
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Ecosystem made a striking debut, with their major-label debut serving as the theme song for a hit anime right out of the gate.
Released in November 2011, this track lit up the opening of the TV anime Gintama’.
It’s a straightforward rock number brimming with a sense of speed.
The song portrays a struggle against a reality that can’t be changed.
In the midst of daily life that never goes as ideally as we hope, the frustrating feelings that make you want to scream from the depths of your heart come through painfully clearly via the emotional vocals.
Listening while thinking about Gintoki and the others—the pasts they carry and the burdens they bear—might make the story feel even deeper.
Jungle P5050
This is a song by the eight-member band 5050, used as the opening theme for the TV anime One Piece.
Its irresistibly bright, ska-based sound alone lifts your spirits and fills you with excitement for the grand adventure that’s about to begin.
The lyrics express the thrill of a sweeping journey across the world’s seas and a spirit of curiosity that drives one to challenge the unknown.
Released as a single in November 2007, the track accompanied episodes 326 through 372 of the anime.
You can practically picture Luffy and his crew confronting hardships with the strength of their bonds.
It’s a perfect song not only for boosting your mood on a drive, but also as an anthem to cheer you on when taking a new step forward.
Wandering StarRUKI
RUKI from JO1 released his second solo single in August 2025, a track distinguished by its grand, rock-infused sound.
The song serves as the theme for the feature-length animated film “As One,” in which he voices the protagonist.
Blending seamlessly with the film’s world, it delivers a moving experience, portraying the bond between two people drawn to each other across time and space, carried by a powerful melody.
Perhaps because RUKI wrote both the lyrics and music himself, a deep affection for the story seems to resonate in every note.
Its dramatic progression, aligned with the story’s sweeping scale, powerfully stirs the listener’s heart!
Self-esteem skyrocketing, lovey-dovey songHatsuboshi Academy
At First Star Academy, an idol training school where students gather to become top idols, one of its characters, Kotone Fujita—voiced by Hikaru Iida—performs this song, whose high-energy sound leaves a powerful impact.
The way she keeps saying “I love it” to cheer herself up when her self-esteem dips is incredibly cute! Even listeners who are feeling down will find themselves perking up along with her.
It’s an adorably uplifting anthem you’ll want to hear when you’re trying to learn to love yourself.
JUMP with chayRIP SLYME
This pop tune, a collaboration with singer-songwriter chay, sparks an irresistibly bright chemical reaction.
True to its title, it delivers a thrilling sense that makes you want to “jump,” paired with an uplifting message that gently propels listeners forward.
Released in July 2015 as part of a triple A-side single, it was also included on the album “10.” In addition to serving as the theme song for Fuji TV’s “ENGEI Grand Slam,” it was featured in GU’s web magazine campaign, and its fashion-infused music video drew attention as well.
It’s a vibrant track that naturally brings a smile and courage when you want to lift your spirits and take a new step forward.
Roller Coaster RomanceKinKi Kids
Have you ever wanted to relive that heart-pounding excitement from the very moment a romance begins? “Jet Coaster Romance” by KinKi Kids is a refreshing youth anthem that likens love’s ups and downs to a roller coaster.
Released in April 1998 as their third single, it was also featured in ANA’s Okinawa campaign commercial.
Its popularity was tremendous, achieving the remarkable feat of three consecutive million-selling singles since their debut.
Play it on a summer trip or drive, and it’s sure to lift your spirits!
Hourly Wage Up-Up SongAngels of jet-black who beckon in the twilight
This is a song by Yuuyami ni Izayoi Shi Shikkoku no Tenshi-tachi, originally created as a campaign song for the job listing service “Baitoru.” It feels like those casual chats with coworkers—like, “If my hourly wage goes up, I could buy that!”—have been turned straight into music, and the humor-filled worldview is irresistible.
Channeling the honest hopes shared by everyone who works into a loud but somehow pop-tinged sound, this track grabs listeners by the heart.
First included on the mini-album “Shichiseikatsu” released in July 2022, it was later re-recorded for the best-of album “10th Anniversary: Yuuyami ni Izayoi Shi Shikkoku no Tenshi-tachi,” making it one of their signature songs.
Listen to it on your way home after a tiring shift, and you might just feel the energy to take on tomorrow!