[Recommended for people in their 70s] Songs that get everyone excited. Songs you’ll want to sing at karaoke.
A collection of classic Showa-era songs that are now loved across generations.
This time, we’re introducing especially lively tracks recommended for people in their 70s.
Focusing on hits from the 1960s to the 1980s, we’ve gathered songs that are popular at karaoke and tunes you’ll find yourself humming along to.
Singing can help relieve stress, and enjoying these songs together with others will make their appeal shine even more.
It’s also nice to savor them on your own while listening closely to the lyrics.
Please enjoy these wonderful, uplifting songs as you look back on memories from those days.
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[Recommended for people in their 70s] Songs that get the crowd going. Songs you’ll want to sing at karaoke (1–10)
Brother ShipsIchiro Toba
This is a masterpiece of enka that powerfully expresses the deep bond among fisherman brothers and their devotion to family.
Tetsurō Funamura’s grand melody blends with Tetsurō Hoshino’s moving lyrics, while Ichirō Toba’s rugged vocals bring out the work’s full appeal.
Because Ichirō Toba himself has real-life fishing experience, the pride and spirit of men of the sea come through vividly.
Released in August 1982, the song sold over 290,000 copies on the Oricon charts and won the Newcomer Award at the 16th All Japan Cable Broadcasting Awards.
It has also been performed seven times on the Kōhaku Uta Gassen, earning strong support from enka fans.
With its relaxed tempo, it’s easy to sing and highly recommended for karaoke that stirs the heart.
A Love Story in GinzaYujiro Ishihara · Junko Makimura
Released in 1961, this song portrays the glittering streets of Ginza alongside a poignant love story between a man and a woman.
The duet by Yujiro Ishihara and Junko Makimura beautifully captures the subtle differences in their emotions, with vocals that resonate deeply with listeners.
Featured as an insert song in the film “Kaze-o-Yobu Otoko: From Town to Town” and followed by a film of the same title the next year, it became a major hit.
As an emblem of Ginza, a monument to the song was erected in 1990.
Blending a man’s powerful feelings with a woman’s sultry sentiments, this emotionally rich piece is perfect for moments when you want to talk about love or look back on cherished memories.
Oh, sake!Ikuzo Yoshi
As a timeless enka classic that resonates with the heart, this song embodies Yoshikazu Yoshi’s outlook on life and deep emotions.
Released in September 1988, it conveys a man’s loneliness and the subtleties of life through a warm, expressive voice.
The scenes of remembering someone through drinking leave a strong impression, depicting thoughts of loved ones and the past alongside a moving melody.
It garnered numerous accolades, including the Grand Prix at the All Japan Cable Broadcasting Awards, and was performed on NHK’s Kōhaku Uta Gassen—a true gem of a song.
It’s perfect not only for singing together at karaoke but also for savoring while carefully listening to the lyrics.
Please enjoy it as a cherished piece that evokes empathy for life’s joys and sorrows.
[Recommended for people in their 70s] Songs that get the crowd going. Songs you’ll want to sing at karaoke (11–20)
Sake, Tears, Men, and WomenEigo Kawashima
This is a classic song that portrays the bittersweetness of life that everyone has experienced.
It gently depicts the differences in emotional expression between men and women, resonating with listeners through Eigo Kawashima’s deep insight and warm voice.
Included on the album “Jinrui” (Humanity), the song was also released in 1976 as Kawashima’s solo debut and reached No.
9 on the Oricon weekly chart.
Known as the theme song for the sake brand “Kizakura,” it became a major talking point in step with the social mood of the time.
The melody is soft, and its simplicity seeps into the heart.
It’s the perfect song to enjoy at karaoke with someone special.
I hope you’ll savor it slowly, along with your fond memories.
a red handkerchiefYujiro Ishihara
Set against the backdrop of a northern spring, this song tells the story of a bittersweet farewell in love.
Carried by a gentle, lyrical melody, Yujiro Ishihara’s rich vocals vividly portray the lingering feelings of heartbreak.
Released by Teichiku Records in October 1962, the track is also included on the album “Yujiro Ishihara Original 6.” In January 1964, it was used as the theme song for a film of the same name starring Ishihara, captivating the hearts of many alongside the movie.
Even today, it remains a beloved classic that everyone can hum along to and is very popular at karaoke.
With its heartfelt lyrics and approachable melody, it’s the perfect song for singing together and having fun.
The Camellia Sasanqua InnEisaku Okawa
Allow me to introduce a masterpiece of enka that portrays a bittersweet love kept secret in the heart.
EISAKU OKAWA’s single, released in August 1982, is a moving work that overlays his feelings onto the camellia blooming in winter.
The lyrics by Osamu Yoshioka and the melody by Shosuke Ichikawa blend beautifully, delicately expressing the emotions of a man swayed by an unattainable love.
Four months after its release, the song entered the Oricon Top 10 for the first time and became one of Okawa’s signature pieces.
It sold a total of 1.
8 million copies and won the Long Seller Award at the 25th Japan Record Awards in 1983, also marking his first appearance on NHK’s Kōhaku Uta Gassen.
Its evocative imagery that overlaps with Japan’s beautiful winter scenery, and a voice that holds both ache and warmth, make it a perfect choice for karaoke duets or for humming along while sharing fond memories.
There's always tomorrowKyu Sakamoto
A classic packed with the sweet and sour essence of youth.
This Kyū Sakamoto song celebrates the importance of holding on to hope for tomorrow without fearing heartbreak or failure.
Since its 1963 release, it has remained beloved across generations.
In 2000, it was featured in a Coca-Cola Japan commercial, sparking a social phenomenon.
It’s guaranteed to liven up the room when everyone sings it at karaoke! A perfect track for when you want to keep looking forward.