Interesting Japanese songs recommended for men in their 60s

This time, I’d like to introduce a collection of amusing Japanese songs recommended for men in their 60s.

Back in the Showa era, there were lots of silly songs, but they kind of grow on you, get stuck in your head, and you find yourself humming them without thinking—there are quite a few songs like that, right?

Playlist

Interesting Japanese songs recommended for men in their 60s
	Title	Playlist	One point
1	The Drunkard Has ReturnedThe Folk Crusaders		A story about the protagonist and God after the protagonist dies in a drunk driving accident
2	Examinee BluesTomoya Takaishi		A folk song depicting the struggles of exam-takers
3	Marilyn Monroe No ReturnAkiyuki Nosaka		A moving masterpiece that quietly speaks of life's impermanence
4	Ah, I’m so fed up.Shinji Maki		Makinoshinji’s ukulele social satire song
5	Run, Kotaro!Salty Sugar		A smash hit with a sketch of a betting-obsessed comedian doing live race commentary
6	Japanese rice is the best in the world.Uchikubi Gokumon Doukoukai		With a love for white rice, pouring my soul into fiery rock
7	National Sake-Drinking Festival Song of Japanbarracuda		A heartwarming classic about enjoying a drink, loved across the nation
8	I’m going to Tokyo.Ikuzo Yoshi		Rural everyday life and dreams written in the Aomori dialect
9	The Apple Murder CaseHiromi Go, Kiki Kirin		A comical love song that depicts a murder case
10	Open! TulipKanpei Hazama		Kanpei Hazama’s classic song that depicts pachinko culture
11	The Song of KemekoThe Darts		A bittersweet love song depicting the feelings of a middle school crush.
12	A flawless rock ’n’ rollerAladdin		Showa-era idol music and Mr. Takahara Ani
13	The Song of the Red DragonflyWell, you know…		Wordplay song by Anone-none
14	Suddenly, SinbadSouthern All Stars		Southern's classic song 'Ishikawa Sayuri' colors the summer.
15	Song of the Old Man from KawachiMiss Hanako		A hit heartfelt comic song in the Kawachi dialect
16	Song of the Delinquent Big BrotherTatsuo Kamon		A masterpiece that portrays Shōwa-era yankee culture
17	Alright, that’s it.Hitoshi Ueki		The masterpiece by Hachiji Hana and the Crazy Cats
18	Polka of the Old Man and the ChildrenHidari Tokuzo		The unique charm created by the singing voices of the elderly
19	Tonpei’s Hey You BluesTonpei Hidari		Tonpei Hidari’s classic, a life-affirming cheer-up song.
20	Matsuken SambaKen Matsudaira		Ken Matsudaira’s southern rhythm kimono dance song
21	Chanchanko ~KANREKI 60~Pikotaro		A catchy song by Piko Taro celebrating a 60th birthday (kanreki)
22	Song of the Motor ShowAkira Kobayashi		Akira Kobayashi’s “Automobile Show Song” is a classic comic tune.
23	Akira’s Zundoko SongAkira Kobayashi		A scene of young love, a youth song with a thumping 'zundoko' rhythm
24	Kamonegi OndoRemi Hirano		A humorous song depicting a club in Ginza
25	What’s your name, Antiene?Tony Tani		Music filled with laughter, warmth, and humor
26	Yellow Submarine OndoAkiko Kanazawa		Akiko Kanazawa singing Beatles songs in the ondo style
27	Enka chanchaka-chanMasaaki Hirano		A parody song for a skit featuring an enka medley
28	Love Bonchi SheetThe Bonchi		A smash-hit TV-style parody song
29	Shirake Bird OndoMasao Komatsu		Masao Komatsu’s Nostalgic Direction Ondo
30	Saizansu MamboTony Tani		The retro world of Tony Tani, the singer who always carries an abacus
31	Nonsensical SongBaka Sho Mondai		Bakushō Mondai’s “Detarame” is a hit.
32	Theme of the Mean/Spiteful Old Ladyslapstick		A fun theme song from a TV anime
33	Amiami dadaba AmidababaSanma Akashiya		Take-chan Man’s Fun Villain Corner
34	Whip, s’il vous plaît.Pinky Macaron		The theme song of the E-Tele program for Wonder Change
35	Spiraling Days and DreamsTetsurō Degawa		Tetsurou Degawa’s classic song: the singing may be poor, but the composition is excellent.
36	Thank you so, so much for your hard work.The Drifters		A military song arrangement by The Drifters
37	Love Bonchi SheetThe Bonchi		The history of cheerful hit songs by manzai comedians
38	Scallop Rock ‘n’ RollRikiya Yasuoka		The popular theme song of Hotate Man is a big hit.
39	Higashimurayama OndoKen Shimura		Ken Shimura, despite early struggles with the Drifters, achieved great success.
40	Sūdara-bushiHitoshi Ueki		A classic hit by Hitoshi Ueki—an incredibly catchy, massively popular song
41	Mexican Rock of LoveYukio Hashi		Yukio Hashi’s distinctive singing is captivating.
42	Heroic!! JiraiyaKazuo Funaki		Kazuo Funaki requests Chuumei Watanabe to produce a theme song.
43	Electric Wire OndoShiro Ito		Sang on a variety show and it became a big hit.
44	Don’t underestimate me.Matayoshi & Namenna yo		The Nameko-cat craze ends as a flash-in-the-pan fad.
45	Hone Hone RockMasato Shimon		The famous song from the children's show Hirake! Ponkikki
46	Goten GrandmaFusako Fujimoto		Shizuoka's commercial jingle promotes the region with lyrics featuring local place names.
47	Ghost RockHiromi Go, Kiki Kirin		The ghost rock is a fun song.
48	Nodding MarchNodding Trio		The Nodding Trio born from the Hyōkin Tribe
49	Sherlock Holmes and Dr. WatsonKei Tani		Kei Tani of the Crazy Cats, a multi-talented comedian
50	Meow meow meowWell, you know…		A signature comic song by Anonenone
51	Matsuken Samba IIKen Matsudaira		Matsuken Samba II is a big hit song.
52	I baked a taiyaki.Bakufū Slump		Bakufu Slump's unique musicality
53	Parody Song Grand MedleyTatsuo Kamon		A signature song by comic singer Tatsuo Kamon
54	JODAN JODANKaientai		The comedic songs of Kaientai and their popularity