Songs with titles starting with 'Ka'
When you hear “songs with titles that start with ‘Ka’,” what comes to mind?
It’s not always easy to think of them right away, is it?
But after doing some research, there are actually quite a lot—and many of them are hit songs that defined their eras.
I think you’ll have a great time with a mix of trending buzz tracks and timeless classics!
In this article, I’ll carefully select and introduce songs whose titles start with “Ka.”
Feel free to use this as a reference not only when you’re curious about what songs start with “Ka,” but also as a starting point for picking tracks at karaoke.
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Songs with titles starting with “Ka” (251–260)
The Day the Seagulls FlewMachiko Watanabe
Set in a port town, this gem of a ballad poignantly portrays the pain of heartbreak.
Against the glittering morning seascape, the singer overlays her feelings for a departing lover onto a single seagull, creating a moving masterpiece.
Released in April 1978, it became one of Machiko Watanabe’s signature songs, peaking at No.
5 on the Oricon charts.
The track won numerous music awards and drew attention to her as a rising talent among female singers.
In 2007, it was adopted as a Chiba Lotte Marines cheer song, with a special stadium version also released.
A performance by Japan’s dance team Avantgardey, featuring their unique choreography, garnered significant buzz and boosted the song’s recognition among younger audiences.
It’s a recommended listen for anyone who can relate to a woman quietly accepting the pain of lost love, or for those who wish to revisit youthful memories alongside the scenery of a harbor town.
Songs with titles starting with 'Ka' (261–270)
Opening DeclarationNovelbright
This song, which celebrates a forward-looking spirit and the importance of friendship, comes from Novelbright’s major-label debut album, “Kaimaku Sengen” (Opening Declaration).
While preserving the universal message of “making dreams come true,” it’s marked by a warm resolve to join hands with friends, share laughter, and move forward together.
Even when faced with setbacks and hardships, the story of supporting one another and overcoming obstacles is sure to resonate with many.
Released in April 2021, the track was chosen as the theme for a high school dance club support project on Nippon TV’s “Sukkiri,” fueling the passion of young people.
Its grand sound, backed by a full orchestra, is another highlight.
As a rousing cheer song for sports days—where friends encourage each other and take on heated competitions—it’s sure to become a memorable tune.
paper airplanesuis from Yorushika × Evan Call
A heartwarming story of friendship woven from a grand orchestral sound and a crystal-clear singing voice.
This collaborative work by Yorushika’s suis and Evan Call paints a youthful page perfect for sports festival season.
Released in February 2025, it explores human connection through letters and words, skillfully interweaving depictions of nature to deliver a warm, resonant message.
Chosen as the theme song for the animated short “Dragonite and the Mail Carrier,” produced in celebration of Pokémon Day 2025, it gently speaks to the importance of delivering one’s feelings.
It’s a recommended track for those looking to deepen bonds with teammates at school sports days or to express their true feelings with sincerity.
Curtain callYuri
This is a song by Yuuri featuring an exhilarating, up-tempo rock melody and lyrics filled with hope as two people strive to understand each other.
It powerfully and directly sings of the protagonist’s strong resolve to keep pursuing the path they believe in, while showing empathy toward those they stand opposed to.
A rousing cheer song that gives you a push to chase dreams together with teammates at sports days and athletic festivals, it was released in July 2024 and chosen as the opening theme for Season 7, Cour 2 of the popular anime My Hero Academia.
It’s a track we especially recommend to everyone competing with friends, helping one another, and giving their all toward their goals.
Kanda RiverKosetsu Minami & Kaguyahime
A gem of a folk song that richly captures the emotions of youthful cohabitation.
Scenes like wearing a red tenugui as a scarf on the way to the public bath, or sketching a lover’s portrait with crayons, gently depict the modest yet warm lives of young people.
Released in September 1973 as a single cut from the July 1973 album “Kaguyahime Third,” the song went on to top the Oricon weekly singles chart for seven consecutive weeks that year, selling 1.
6 million copies and becoming a massive hit.
Please take your time to savor the heartfelt vocals—whether as a nostalgic tune that brings back memories of the era, or as a song that evokes the atmosphere around the Kanda River and Asakusa.
Kitestorm
The song “Kite,” sung by the five members of Arashi, is a refreshing yet powerful ballad that lets you feel the friendship and sense of achievement experienced through a sports day.
The fulfilled expressions and joy on the children’s faces after giving it their all, and the line in the chorus—“I wish for your dreams to come true”—symbolize children who are looking to the future and moving forward.
Please give a round of applause to the children who worked so hard, and make it a moving closing ceremony.
I believe the voices of the five members of Arashi will envelop the wide school grounds and create a warm atmosphere.
Kamonegi OndoRemi Hirano
A delightful comic song that humorously portrays the back-and-forth between a hostess and her patrons, set in a glamorous Ginza club.
Remi Hirano’s distinctive vocals pair perfectly with the lively ondo rhythm, lifting listeners’ spirits.
Released in November 1972 as Hirano’s fourth single, the song was later covered by multiple artists, including Leo Nakagawa and Yoko Nagisa.
Framed by the neon-lit nights of Ginza, it uses animal metaphors to depict the exchanges between men and women, offering a symbolic snapshot of the era.
It’s a track brimming with laughter and nostalgia that can liven up parties and gatherings across generations.