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[Karaoke] A collection of Japanese songs that start with “Mu”
There are times when, right at the moment you need to pick a song at karaoke, you find yourself thinking, “What should I sing…?” Even if you usually listen to music, when the time comes, you can’t think of any song titles.
So this time, we’ve put together a feature that’s perfect for moments like that: a showcase of Japanese songs whose titles start with the syllable “mu.” We’ve picked works from a wide range of eras, so if you go through them in order, I’m sure you’ll come across songs you recognize!
[Karaoke] Compilation of Japanese songs starting with “Mu” (1–10)
MoonlightNEW!trash
The debut single of Kuzu, a musical duo that sprang from a Fuji TV sketch show.
It’s a folk-style piece themed around a moonlit night.
Written and composed by Tomomitsu Yamaguchi, the song was inspired by the moment he looked up at the moon and features various moon-related motifs.
Released in November 2001, it reached No.
5 on the Oricon charts and was also included on the album “Kuzu Album.” Why not give it a listen while gazing at the moon during the harvest moon season, or while enjoying mochi at New Year?
six hundred thirty-fourNEW!ADAM at
Keyboardist ADAM at, from Iwata City in Shizuoka Prefecture, made his major-label debut in 2015 with the album “CLOCK TOWER.” While rooted in jazz and instrumental music, he creates cinematic-scale tracks that weave in elements of pop and rock.
His music has been featured as the ending theme for NHK’s professional baseball broadcasts and in a Kewpie Mayonnaise commercial, and in 2020 he won the 12th CD Shop Awards Jazz Prize for his album “Twilight Syndrome.” He also shows strong ties to his hometown by organizing his own local festival, INST-ALL FESTIVAL, in Shizuoka.
With lyrical piano melodies and dramatic structures, he’s an artist highly recommended for fans of instrumental music.
MoveNEW!Yukichi Honorable Mention / men
A singer-songwriter and trackmaker born in 2003 from Shizuoka Prefecture.
A multi-talented creator who not only produces music but also works on video and CG production.
Their hallmark is a free-form sound that blends elements of pop, jazz, electronic music, and hyperpop, and they showed precocious talent by starting to write songs in the sixth grade.
In 2018, they drew attention by winning the Jury’s Special Prize at the Mikakunin Festival.
In May 2021, they made their major debut with the simultaneous release of two EPs, “Karada Portable” and “Horu Assort.” They also gained buzz through collaborations with Soshi Sakiyama and AFRO PARKER.
Since October 2023, they have been working independently, continuing to express themselves across a wide range of activities including songwriting for others and video production.
Recommended for those who enjoy music that defies conventions and experimental sounds.
Infinite FutureNEW!Perfume
An emotional dance number whose sound swells from a quiet beginning into something grand and deeply moving.
Released in March 2018 as Perfume’s 25th single, the track is included on the album “Future Pop” and served as the theme song for the film “Chihayafuru: Musubi.” It tells a story of embracing the fleeting brilliance of a moment that will never return and stepping forward into an infinite future.
A perfect song to powerfully support those standing at a new threshold in life—such as graduation or a new departure.
Infinite DriftNEW!Nusubeya Dorohira
This piece lets you experience a sensation like drifting through the stillness of night.
It’s a track by Vocaloid producer Dorosu Heiya, released in July 2017.
The song portrays a stifling sense of being worn down by invisible walls, and the loneliness of a soul that still strives to move forward somewhere.
Airi Kizaki’s vocals are heartfelt and perfectly match the lyrical worldview.
It’s an ideal listen for nights when you want to quietly immerse yourself in the world of music.
MoonNEW!Perfume
A dance tune that blends into the city nightscape, cool yet suffused with a bittersweet emotion.
Written as the theme song for the drama “Barakamon,” it was released as a single in September 2023.
Over a sprightly beat, the faintly wistful timbre of the synths rings out—classic Perfume at their best.
Gazing at the moon alone, lost in thought—it’s the perfect companion for a sentimental night.
MoonchaserNEW!STARGLOW
STARGLOW is a dance and vocal group born from the BMSG audition led by CEO SKY-HI.
This track, released in September 2025, marks their memorable pre-debut song.
Over a propulsive, high-energy sound, emotionally charged melodies and powerful rap unfold dynamically.
The lyrics—depicting the resolve to chase one’s dreams in the face of adversity—are striking as well.
The message aligns with the meaning of the group’s name: “Those who chase unreachable stars become the ones who shine.” It’s an encouraging tailwind for anyone taking on a challenge.