Summary of songs with the 'Momotaro' motif and tracks featuring peaches or ogres
Momotaro, the classic tale of a boy who takes a dog, a monkey, and a pheasant with him to Oni Island to defeat the ogres.
It’s a beloved national folktale cherished by people of all ages.
In recent years, it even drew attention as the motif for a mobile phone company’s commercials.
This time, we’ve put together a selection of Japanese songs themed around Momotaro, as well as works featuring peaches and ogres.
In fact, Momotaro isn’t just a children’s song.
Be sure to read to the end—you might discover tracks you’ve never known before.
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Songs with a ‘Momotaro’ motif: A roundup of tracks featuring peaches and ogres (11–20)
morning starLiSA
Inspired by the word “oni,” how about the opening theme of the anime Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba? This track is sung by LiSA, the rock heroine of the anisong world, and was released in 2021 as her 20th single.
You’re drawn into its dark, grand sound! LiSA’s lustrous vocals shine against the arrangement.
The lyrics, which convey a strong resolve to keep moving forward even while carrying sadness, are also compelling.
It feels like it awakens emotions from deep within the heart.
Let's give it a try.WANIMA
The au commercial series that unfolded with motifs from folk tales like ‘Momotaro.
‘ This song, ‘Yatte Miyou,’ became a hit after being featured as the CM song.
It’s one of the signature tracks by WANIMA, a three-piece rock band from Kumamoto Prefecture, released digitally in 2017.
An arrangement of the children’s song ‘Picnic,’ it’s a very energetic piece.
The positive words in the lyrics and the driving sound are uplifting! Highly recommended when you want to raise your spirits or boost your motivation.
BUTTOBI!Momoiro Clover Z
An ultra-upbeat, feel-good tune delivered by the golden duo of Hyadain—who has produced countless idol songs—and Momoiro Clover Z! Speaking of Momotaro, there’s the classic Momotetsu, aka “Momotaro Dentetsu.” This song was released as part of a collaboration between the Nintendo Switch game “Momotaro Dentetsu: Showa, Heisei, Reiwa mo Teiban!” and Momoclo.
The lyrics are playful, packed with references to the game like famous spots around Japan and the Poverty God.
The track is full of quirky elements too—key changes that unfold like a game, vocal delivery that feels theatrical, and more.
There’s even an SL (steam locomotive) in Momoclo’s colors appearing in the game.
It’s a great-value song you can enjoy both by playing and by listening!
MomotaroFLEA MARKET
This track by FLEA MARKET, a group that calls themselves Kyushu’s No.
1 rap entertainment crew and has been active as a trio since 2014.
It portrays a version of Momotaro that’s just like today’s youth: he heads to Onigashima and hypes up a party with the ogres.
He keeps in touch with the dog, monkey, and pheasant via LINE.
It’s thoroughly modern and playfully silly, and it’s the kind of song that must be a blast live… color me intrigued.
Peach!!Masaharu Fukuyama
An upbeat piece chosen as the theme song for the drama “Itabashi Madams.” It’s a track by Masaharu Fukuyama—a popular singer-songwriter who’s also an actor—released in 1998 as his 13th single.
A refreshing number where the horn section shines against a rock sound.
It also has a touch of Latin flair, making it a joy to listen to.
Fukuyama’s free and easy vocals are memorable, and the spirited lyrics—filled with the resolve to “take on the world!”—are truly uplifting.
Dream WindmillPsycho le Cému
Speaking of Momotaro, how about the commercial song from the game “Momotaro Dentetsu USA”? It’s a track by the visual-kei rock band Psycho le Cému, released in 2004 as their sixth single.
It’s a Japanese-flavored mixture rock tune with an emotional finish, and the lyrics are passionate, reflecting a life that keeps moving forward to make dreams come true.
Be sure to listen while paying attention to vocalist DAISHI’s straight, earnest singing voice.
Songs with a 'Momotaro' motif: A roundup of tracks featuring peaches and ogres (21–30)
Everyone is a heroAI
In the spring of 2016, this was the CM song for au’s “New Heroes: Santaro Series.” The Santaro series is famous as au’s original, story-style commercials starring the three heroes—Momotaro, Urashimataro, and Kintaro.
Set to the nostalgic melody of “Oklahoma Mixer,” it’s a soulful piece powerfully sung by AI.