Songs with titles starting with “To.” A selection from popular tracks across generations!
When it comes to songs that start with “To,” what songs come to mind for you?
There are plenty of classic tracks titled “Tokyo,” and you can probably think of many song titles that begin with words like “Time” (Toki) or “Friend” (Tomo) as well.
In this article, we’ll introduce lots of songs that start with “To.”
Use this as a handy guide not only for song-title shiritori, but also when you’re stuck choosing songs for karaoke shiritori, where you link the last letter of each song title to the next.
All right, let’s dive in!
- A compilation of Vocaloid songs with titles that start with “To”
- Songs whose titles start with “Do” – Solo Karaoke / Song-Title Shiritori
- Masterpieces with titles that start with 'A'
- Introducing popular J-pop songs that start with “Ta”!
- Songs with titles that start with “Tsu.” Introducing famous tracks from the Showa to Reiwa eras!
- Songs with titles that start with “te.” Perfect for shiritori karaoke or song-title shiritori!
- [Karaoke] A roundup of songs that are easy for women to sing!
- A roundup of songs that start with “U.” Perfect for shiritori or picking tracks at karaoke!
- Even karaoke beginners can relax! Easy-to-sing songs for men
- Songs with titles that start with “wo.” Useful as hints for karaoke and shiritori!
- A roundup of songs that start with “ku.” Perfect for shiritori or picking karaoke tracks!
- Summary of Vocaloid songs with titles starting with 'Ta'
- Songs with titles that start with 'de'. Perfect as hints for karaoke or shiritori!
Songs with titles starting with “To.” Introducing popular tracks across generations! (171–180)
Tokyo Shandy RendezvousMAISONdes
The urban sound infused with electronic elements is striking.
Released in October 2022, this track was also used as the ending theme for the anime Urusei Yatsura.
Produced by the Vocaloid producer Tsumiki and sung by the virtual singer KAF, its lyrics portray urban loneliness and emotional chaos, creating a unique world when combined with the sound.
In karaoke, you can amp up the energy by adding call-and-response parts that play off the repeated phrases and ambiguous emotional expressions.
It’s a perfect song for friends to sing together while sharing their feelings.
TokimekiVaundy
It’s a dance number that’s popular among middle school students.
Created by Vaundy, the track features a pop, colorful sound and a moving melody.
Centered on the theme of “tokimeki” (fluttering excitement), it portrays the small joys and moments of wonder found in everyday life, with lyrics that resonate with listeners.
Released in September 2021, it was used as the commercial song for the Toyota Corolla Cross.
The music video unfolds a story that pays homage to The Wizard of Oz, focusing on dance battles and offering plenty of visual appeal.
It’s a perfect pick for middle schoolers who want to film dance videos with friends or just dance casually.
Tokyo Bus GirlFirst-generation Columbia Rose
Columbia Rose (the first) and her song “Tokyo no Bus Girl” is an appealing piece with upbeat lyrics and a bright mood, depicting the daily life and dreams of a Hato Bus tour guide.
It was released in October 1957 and adapted into a popular song film the following July.
Through the then-unusual occupation of a female bus guide, it vividly portrays a forward-looking life filled with dreams and hope.
The image of a bus girl who lives each day with energy while also facing various dramas—such as heartbreak—may evoke memories of youth for older listeners.
It’s lovely to let old stories bloom while listening to this nostalgic tune.
Twinkle HeartYuki Kimura
This song by Yuki Kimura captures the magic of a winter night and the sparkle of romance.
It brims with the excitement of a Christmas-season date and the beauty of those special moments shared by just two people.
Released in December 2000 as her eighth single, it features a distinctive sound that fuses J-pop with Euro house, crafted into an enticing track under the production of Daisuke Asakura.
It’s perfect as background music for a romantic Christmas date—an uplifting song to enjoy on winter nights spent with someone special.
If I could become a birdNanae Aikawa
Speaking of Nanase Aikawa, her hard rock numbers like “Yume Miru Shoujo ja Irarenai” and “Sweet Emotion” are famous, right? At the same time, she has plenty of great ballads as well.
Among them, “Tori ni Naretara” is a hidden gem included as the B-side to the hit single “Trouble Maker.” The lyrics are sprinkled with words that evoke an April sky, and together with a melody that recalls traditional Japanese music, it becomes a profoundly flavorful number!
Songs with titles starting with 'To'. Introducing popular tracks across generations! (181–190)
escapadeYoko Aso
Yoko Aso made her debut in 1974 and swiftly won the Japan Record Award for Best New Artist.
Her dazzling start came with “Tōhikō (Escape Journey),” a song that continues to be cherished by many fans.
This work weaves together Kazuya Senzaka’s delicate lyrics and Shunichi Tokura’s melody to sing of the pain of heartbreak and the hope for a new beginning.
Portraying the bittersweet feelings of love that many may experience at least once—and the strength to overcome them—this song is especially recommended for those about to take a new step.
With Aso’s warm, rich voice, it carries a message that resonates with listeners’ hearts, so be sure to give it a listen.
Tokyo Olympic OndoHaruo Minami
This is a piece composed to commemorate the 1964 Tokyo Olympics, using the rhythm of a traditional Japanese ondo.
It celebrates the joy of the Olympic festival and the mingling of people from around the world, weaving in expressions that evoke Japan’s nature and culture.
Thanks to Haruo Minami’s enthusiastic promotional efforts, it became a major hit, selling about 1.
3 million copies by the end of 1964.
The work can be seen as a song that both expresses the joy of hosting the Olympics and offers encouragement to all participants, serving to introduce Japan’s festival culture to the world.