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[Karaoke] Sing! A Collection of Ghibli Classics

A Vocaloid producer who is also a music writerWakachan Araki
I started playing guitar in middle school and focused on band activities during my student years. I’ve been a hobbyist Vocaloid producer for over 15 years. After entering the workforce, I gained experience in various roles, including event sound engineering and videography/photography. As a writer, I’ve contributed introduction articles for music and manga websites, and in 2022 I had the opportunity to write the bonus liner notes for IA SUPER BEST. My specialties are Japanese rock, Vocaloid, and manga.
Editor-in-Chief, RAG MUSICKeisuke Hane
Editor-in-chief of RAG MUSIC. After working at a music studio and in wedding sound engineering, joined the RAG MUSIC editorial team in 2016. Experienced with various instruments: marching band in elementary school, clarinet in middle school wind ensemble, and drums in a band from high school onward. Drawing on personal music activities and professional experience, produces daily articles, including song introductions, features on music festivals around Japan, and live reports. Enjoys a wide range of music, from domestic and international rock to, more recently, a broad spectrum of J-pop.

Studio Ghibli has so many great songs, and when you’re watching the films, you often find yourself thinking, “I want to sing this at karaoke!”

So this time, we’re introducing some of the best Ghibli songs that are perfect for singing!

“If my kid requests a song, but I don’t know any to sing!” “Karaoke with only anime songs.

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what should I do?” This article has you covered for those moments!

It’s also perfect for anyone looking for songs everyone can sing together.

We’ll introduce them in recommended order, so check them from the top one by one.

[Karaoke] Let's Sing! A Collection of Ghibli Masterpieces (31–40)

Kiki's Delivery Service

I Became a BirdArika Takarano

I Became a Bird – Arika Takarano / [I Became a Bird – Arika Takarano]

I, Arika Hoshino, who became a bird

This is a song that makes you feel like you’re flying when you sing it.

It’s the vocal version of a piece used in the film Kiki’s Delivery Service.

The singer is Arika Takarano from Kumamoto City in Kumamoto Prefecture.

Her bright, clear voice is wonderful.

The key is a bit high, so if it feels difficult, adjust it to a range that’s comfortable for you.

It feels great when you make it through the whole song.

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Porco Rosso

When the cherries ripenTokiko Kato

When the Cherries Ripen: Tokiko Kato 55th Anniversary

When Cherries Ripen - Tokiko Kato

It’s a song that really touches the heart.

The quintessential French chanson “Le Temps des cerises” was used as an insert song in the Studio Ghibli film Porco Rosso.

Listening to it brings to mind the scene where Madame Gina is singing.

Of course, the original is in French, but there’s a Japanese version too, so if you’re singing it at karaoke, be sure to go with that one.

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Only Yesterday

Love is a flower, and you are its seed.Harumi Miyako

Only Yesterday – Omoide Poro Poro – Ending – The Rose – Ai wa Hana, Kimi wa Sono Tane

Love is a flower, and you are its seed — Harumi Miyako

This song was used as the theme for the film “Only Yesterday.” It was originally “The Rose,” sung by American singer Bette Midler, and this is the Japanese cover version.

It’s performed by enka singer Harumi Miyako.

The warm, gentle melody is lovely.

I recommend singing it at karaoke when you want to relax a little.

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My Neighbors the Yamadas

I stopped being alone.Akiko Yano

[Karaoke] I Quit Being All Alone [QUIT BEING ALONE] / Akiko Yano

Akiko Yano, No Longer All Alone

Are you familiar with My Neighbors the Yamadas, a feature-length film with the unusual background of being based on a four-panel newspaper comic strip series? This is its theme song.

It’s a song overflowing with gentle warmth, one you’d want to sing to someone special—your partner, family, or friends.

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Ponyo on the Cliff

Mother of the SeaMasako Hayashi

Hayashi Masako – Mother of the sea

Masako Hayashi, Mother of the Sea

The opening song of Ponyo on the Cliff by the Sea, the story of Ponyo, a fish child who wishes to become human, and a five-year-old boy named Sosuke.

The lyrics are very short, but the song evokes the grandeur of the sea and the warmth of love.

When sung by someone with strong vocals, it could bring listeners to tears.

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[Karaoke] Let’s sing! A collection of Ghibli classics (41–50)

Kiki's Delivery Service

The town I long forMAI&YUMIKO-Chan

Dreamed-of City Music Video

The longed-for town, MAI & YUMIKO-chan

This is a song used in Kiki’s Delivery Service.

When you listen to it, you can picture a town with red rooftops in your mind.

The warm, nursery-rhyme-like tone is lovely.

The lyrics are very simple, so try singing it together at karaoke with your child.

After karaoke, you might feel like watching the movie! It’s included on releases like the “Kiki’s Delivery Service Vocal Album,” so if you’re interested, consider picking up a copy.

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My Neighbors the Yamadas

Que Sera, Sera (Whatever will be, will be)The Yamada family members

Film 'My Neighbors the Yamadas' - End Title 'Que Sera, Sera' - Song by The Yamada Family & Ms. Fujiwara and Classmates

The Que Sera Sera Yamada Family

It’s a song from Isao Takahata’s animated film My Neighbors the Yamadas.

Even among Ghibli works, this one is particularly warm and laid-back, and the arrangement—where a character in the film belts out this classic chanson—has a charming sweetness that naturally brings a smile to your face.

The lilting triple-time rhythm feels wonderfully comfortable, and though the singing is by no means polished, its distinctive flavor makes for a heartwarming track.

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