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 compilation of Japanese songs with titles starting with 'Ji' (じ), from trending tracks to fan favorites (161–170)
passionate flameIkuzo Yoshi
Ikuzo Yoshi is well regarded for his “onna-uta” (songs from a woman’s perspective), and among them, the track Joen is widely praised as a hidden masterpiece.
While its lyrics and melody exude a poignant melancholy, the vocal line is surprisingly straightforward, with gentle rises and falls in pitch.
There are few kobushi (ornamental turns), and the ones that do appear are often close to an extension of vibrato, so even those who feel uneasy about enka-style phrasing should be able to sing it without issue.
The song stays within a comfortable vocal range, making it easy to sing for both men and women.
the 10 o'clock directionsumika
sumika’s refreshing yet powerful songs, which blend pop and rock, are always there to comfort our hearts.
Featured on the album “Chime,” released in March 2019, this track is an uplifting anthem packed with both the anxiety and the hope that come with taking a new step forward.
Its lyrics convey the importance of moving in the direction you believe in—even if the path is slanted or curved—while the dynamic, string-accented melody gently embraces those moments when we find ourselves at life’s crossroads, something everyone experiences at least once.
It sensitively portrays the feelings of young people who, despite their fears about becoming independent, strive to follow the path they trust.
For those of you standing at the starting line of your high school life, it’s sure to give you a gentle push forward.
A roundup of Japanese songs with titles starting with “Ji” (じ), from trending tracks to popular hits (171–180)
Good -joshi-Amo SAKAGUCHI
An encouraging song that gently wraps you in a soft, warm voice, depicting love from the perspective of a down-to-earth woman.
Released in July 2017 as her major-label debut single, it was chosen as the ending theme by FM stations across Japan.
As Yumebo Sakaguchi herself says, it “reflects my own experiences,” and the lyrics vividly capture the emotions after a breakup.
It’s a track that gives you the spark to say, “Even after we part, I’m going to keep looking forward and living my life!” Highly recommended for women struggling with love or anyone who wants to cherish their true self.
A woman's heartAki Yashiro
Onnagokoro, known as one of Aki Yashiro’s early masterpieces.
Although it falls under the enka category, it leans more toward a blues-style kayōkyoku.
As a result, instances of kobushi are very few; aside from one spot at the end of the chorus, there isn’t anything resembling a typical kobushi.
Even that kobushi at the end of the chorus only shifts by a single scale degree, so its difficulty as a kobushi is quite low.
For those who enjoy somber, brooding songs, this might be right up your alley.
Consider adding it to your repertoire.
A beautiful day for lifeMiyuki Kawanaka
From her debut, Miyuki Kawanaka has been known for her distinctive, rich voice, and lately that voice has gained even more power and presence.
As a result, she’s been releasing more forceful songs as her career progresses.
One recommendation is Jinsei Biyori, released in 2024.
It features a powerful delivery with effective shouts.
While executing the shouts can be challenging, the song has few long sustained notes and doesn’t use rapid melismatic ornamentation (kobushi), so for those familiar with enka, it should be relatively easy to sing.
Hatching a curseIDONO KAWAZU
A track distinguished by its unique acoustic design and mysterious atmosphere.
It’s a work by IDONO KAWAZU, released in February 2025.
The blend of Rei Adachi’s distinctive vocals with soundscapes that evoke a sense of unease is exquisite.
You’ll be captivated by the sound arrangement that fuses dark electro with rock.
The lyrics are sprinkled with philosophical questions, leaving ample room for deep interpretation.
Recommended for times when you want to face yourself.
Life is a cherry blossomMitsuko Nakamura
Mitsuko Nakamura is also highly regarded for her “male songs.” She has sung many of them, but among them, the piece renowned as a true masterpiece is Jinsei Zakura.
Because it includes shout-like, guttural vocalization, women might find it a bit difficult to sing.
That said, for a song of this type, it features fairly simple kobushi (ornamental turns), so the vocal line itself isn’t very difficult.
By incorporating rolled R’s and shouts effectively, you can instantly sound more professional, so be sure to use this as a reference.