Introducing popular J-pop songs that start with “Ta”!
Have you heard of shiritori karaoke, where you connect songs by using the last letter of the previous song’s title? Surprisingly, it can get pretty exciting—sometimes you can’t think of any songs, or there aren’t as many singable ones as you expect.
So this time, I’ll introduce a bunch of Japanese songs that start with “ta.” I’ve picked popular J-POP tracks so you can use them both for karaoke and for playing shiritori using only song titles.
Please use this as a reference, and if there’s a song you’d like to try singing, go for it!
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Introducing songs that start with 'Ta' from popular J-POP! (81–90)
Relationship of Others feat. SOIL & “PIMP” SESSIONSYo Hitoto
This song revives a classic from the Showa era with a sleek, modern jazz arrangement, bringing a sultry new sheen to it.
Yo Hitoto’s deeply emotive vocals intersect with the dynamic performance of SOIL&“PIMP”SESSIONS to vividly depict a hidden love—sweet yet bittersweet.
Released as a single in August 2014, it became a talking point as the theme song for the Fuji TV drama “Hirugao: Love Affairs in the Afternoon.” Perfect for nights when you want to linger in the afterglow of love, it captures the complexities of adult romance with exquisite nuance.
TATTOOAkina Nakamori
A dance tune emblematic of the ’80s, this was Akina Nakamori’s single released in May 1988.
Packed with the allure of bubble-era dance music, its sound fully embraces Eurobeat elements.
Known for its choreographed routine, the song made a powerful impact with Nakamori’s groundbreaking performance in a mini-skirt outfit.
It left a vivid impression on fans of the time and became widely familiar as the theme for Orient Watch commercials.
It topped the Oricon Weekly Singles Chart and achieved a brilliant 9th place in the year-end rankings.
It’s a must-listen not only for those who remember the golden age of dance music, but also for music fans awakening to disco sounds.
Tankō-bushi (Coal Miner's Song)folk song
Let us introduce a traditional Japanese folk song that has been passed down since the Meiji era.
Born in the Chikuho region of Fukuoka Prefecture, this piece vividly and expressively portrays scenes of work in the coal mines.
With its lively rhythm and familiar melody, it has a pleasant feel that naturally makes your body want to move.
Starting in the early Showa period, it spread nationwide through radio broadcasts and became an essential classic for summer Bon Odori festivals.
In August 2024, BEGIN created a new arrangement that fuses Brazilian rhythms with Japanese Bon Odori, further evolving it into an even more danceable song.
It’s a wonderful piece that allows you to move your body comfortably while reminiscing with older adults.
You can enjoy it while seated, so why not refresh both mind and body by keeping time at your own pace?
Tough LuckLaufey
Icelandic singer-songwriter Laufey shines in today’s jazz scene—most notably by receiving the Billboard Gold Record Award at the Gold House Gala in May 2025.
This new work is an ambitious piece that reveals a more emotional and powerful side while honoring her musical roots in jazz and classical.
Set to lush orchestral textures and arrangements that incorporate bossa nova elements, it candidly expresses anger and disappointment toward a lover.
Released as a lead single from the album “A Matter of Time,” the track was crafted in collaboration with powerhouse producers Spencer Stewart and Aaron Dessner.
With a tour planned alongside the Virginia Symphony Orchestra and The Cleveland Orchestra, this is a must-hear for jazz fans.
Just, thank you.MONKEY MAJIK
A gemlike ballad that gently and carefully expresses deep gratitude to someone precious.
Its striking lyrics, weaving Japanese and English together, overflow with a “thank you” that’s hard to say in everyday life and a pure wish to see the other person’s smile.
The calm melody and heartwarming words quietly stay close to the listener’s heart and stir deep emotion.
Released by MONKEY MAJIK in August 2008, the song drew attention as the theme for the TBS drama “Ando Natsu” and was also included on the album “TIME.” It’s often used as background music at weddings and in moments of expressing thanks, making it a perfect song for conveying your feelings to someone important.
Time ParadoxVaundy
A song by Vaundy that captures a mysterious blend of hope for the future and a sense of nostalgia.
Released in February 2024, it’s a gentle pop tune that conveys the importance of joining hands with others and overcoming hardships together.
This ambitious work marks Vaundy’s first foray into the world of Doraemon, serving as the theme song for the March 2024 film Doraemon: Nobita’s Earth Symphony, as well as the ending theme for the Doraemon TV anime.
It’s a heartwarming, encouraging song that reminds you that even on days when you feel like letting out a sigh, someone is surely by your side.
Introducing songs that start with 'Ta' from popular J-POP! (91–100)
Song of Time BokanMasayuki Yamamoto, Sakamoto Children's Choir
This piece was born in 1975 as the opening theme for Time Bokan, a beloved anime representing the Showa era.
The lively melody and vocals by Masayuki Yamamoto and the Sakamoto Children’s Choir captured the hearts of audiences across generations, from children to adults.
The lyrics “back and forth between the past and the future, yesterday and today” evoke the spirit of time-traveling adventures.
In 1998, the song was included in Time Bokan Masterpiece Album SINCE 1975–1983, and it remains cherished as a classic anime tune.
It’s a recommended track not only for adults reminiscing about the past, but also for younger listeners who enjoy a retro vibe.