Songs with titles starting with 'O' [Great for karaoke and shiritori!]
Songs with titles starting with “O” often feature unique names—like those using characters meaning “dance” or “gold,” as well as Osaka-themed songs.
They also tend to be great for getting everyone fired up when singing! I can’t think of many off the top of my head, so I want to look some up.
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This is a list that might come in handy at such times: songs with titles that start with “O.” Use it when you’re wondering, “What songs start with ‘O’?” and also as a prompt for shiritori or when choosing tracks at karaoke.
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Songs with Titles Starting with “O” [Great for Karaoke & Shiritori!] (271–280)
Act like an adult.Aquarium Life
A bittersweet love song that portrays the complex emotions of a woman going to meet someone on the last train at midnight.
Released by Suisougurashi in March 2022, the piece delicately chronicles the feelings of a woman swept up in an adult romance.
Set to jazzy sounds and a catchy melody, it vividly depicts her inner conflict as she continues the relationship by bending to the other person’s schedule and hiding her true self.
With a clear, translucent voice, it expresses a woman swaying between pure affection for her partner and the anxiety of losing her own identity.
A song that offers comfort to those hurting from unrequited love or heartbreak.
Drowning loveRiu Domura
A heart-stirring song by Riu Domura that candidly captures the anxiety and loneliness born from thinking of someone, carried by a melodious sound.
It delicately portrays the fear of parting and the instability of emotions that arise precisely because of deep love for the other person.
Even while being conscious of the inevitable farewell that will come someday, the pure feeling of being unable to stop thinking about them pierces the heart.
Released in December 2020, the track later appeared as a remixed version on the album “Yakei,” and has been cherished as one of Riu Domura’s signature songs.
It’s a song that stays close to your heart when you can’t be honest about your feelings of love, or when your feelings for someone precious become so overwhelming that it hurts.
Oh, the pastures are greenCzechoslovak folk song
This is a Czechoslovak folk song that gently sings of a lush, green pastoral landscape.
With a friendly melody and refreshing lyrics that conjure up soothing scenes of nature, it’s full of charm that makes you want to hum along.
Introduced in April 1961 during the very first broadcast of “Minna no Uta,” it has since become a beloved classic in Japan.
It is also known for being performed by the Tokyo Broadcasting Children’s Choir on an NHK program.
Why not sing it together during a music recreation session, imagining the beautiful scenery of the meadows and the young people singing? It might even spark nostalgic conversations and fond memories.
The Bento Bus SongLyrics and composition by Mariko Shinju
This heartwarming song, written and composed by beloved children’s picture book author Mariko Shinju, depicts food items cheerfully boarding a bus.
Its rhythmic, catchy melody and lyrics that roll out ingredient names one after another create a lively atmosphere that makes you want to move your body.
Released in 2017 as part of King Records’ “Suku♪Iku” series, it also saw a new version by Icchi & Naru in 2025.
Widely used for hand-play activities in nurseries and kindergartens and as a tool for food education, this delightful track makes mealtimes more enjoyable—perfect for singing along while cooking in the kitchen or humming during lunchbox prep for a field trip.
Hey, Kaba-kun!Lyrics by Itsuko Nakagawa / Music by Hirotaka Nakagawa
With its calm and gentle atmosphere, this song was released in April 2007 as a picture book with a CD, and together with illustrations by Hiroshi Abe, a former zookeeper at Asahiyama Zoo, it became a tune rooted in children’s daily lives.
Created by Hirotaka Nakagawa and Itsuko Nakagawa, the work also encourages children’s curiosity about animals through its focus on hippos.
It was featured on the TV program Hirake! Ponkikki and has long been loved by many children.
Its relaxed tempo and melody perfectly match the laid-back image of hippos, making it great for singing along with your child.
Why not hum it happily on a spring field trip or during a visit to the zoo?
The Hungry Tummy SongLyrics by Hiroo Sakata / Music by Megumi Oonaka
This is a delightful children’s song by Hiroo Sakata (lyrics) and Megumi Oonaka (music) that humorously portrays hunger.
With a simple, friendly melody and lyrics that gently capture everyday moments of children, it’s a work that’s sure to bring a smile.
First released in 1960, it was performed by the Froebel Boys’ Choir when it aired on NHK’s “Minna no Uta” in 1962.
Loved for many years since, it was rebroadcast in July 2021.
It’s perfect for singing together as a family when you’re hungry or during snack time—smiles come naturally.
It’s also an ideal song for lunch during field trips or picnics.
Sing it together, and your mealtime will become an even more memorable, joyful moment.
The Bento Box SongLyrics by Yoshiko Kayama / Music by Akihiro Kobayashi
This is a fingerplay song, beloved by children, that cheerfully introduces the contents of a lunchbox.
Miyako Kayama’s warm lyrics perfectly match Akihiro Komori’s bright, friendly melody, resulting in an uplifting tune.
It’s fun to sing while doing the hand motions, and the lively storytelling is part of its charm.
Released as a single by Nippon Columbia in August 1978, the song was featured on NHK’s “Okaasan to Issho” and the Nippon TV network’s “Ohayō! Kodomo Show,” gaining widespread popularity.
It’s a delightful song that makes moments centered on food—like packing lunches or getting ready for a field trip—even more enjoyable.