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 that start with “To.” Introducing popular tracks from a wide range of eras! (1–10)
True LoveNEW!INI
It’s a refreshing pop-rock tune that straightforwardly captures the flutter of falling into true love and the exhilarating rush of youth—just listening to it makes your heart leap.
Included on the winter single “THE WINTER MAGIC,” released in November 2025, it also drew attention as the theme song for the film “Romantic Killer,” starring Masaya Kimura alongside Moeka Kamishiraishi and others.
Brimming with such positive energy that you’ll forget the winter chill, it’s the perfect track to play when you want to lift your spirits.
Tomorrow never knowsNEW!Mr.Children
The moment the intro starts, the atmosphere of the ’90s comes rushing back—Mr.
Children’s sixth single, released in November 1994, is exactly that kind of song.
Built around the universal theme that no one knows what tomorrow will bring, it portrays someone who, despite carrying regret and pain, chooses to follow their heart and move forward.
Rather than winning or losing, the lyrics emphasize the importance of continually facing yourself, gently giving listeners a push on the back.
The song was used as the theme for the Fuji TV drama “Wakamono no Subete” and became a massive hit, selling a total of about 2.
766 million copies.
It also won the Grand Prix Single Award at the Japan Gold Disc Awards.
It’s a classic you’ll want to hear when you’re at a crossroads in life or feeling a vague sense of anxiety.
To become friendsNEW!NEUTRINO
We’d like to introduce “Tomodachi ni Naru Tame ni,” a beloved staple song for graduation ceremonies and school performances.
With its warm message—that everyone we meet can be a friend and the time we spend together is a treasure—this piece resonates deeply with listeners.
This NEUTRINO rendition covers the classic by Toshihiko Shinzawa and Hirotaka Nakagawa, originally released in February 2006, using AI singing voice synthesis.
The layered choral work is beautifully crafted and perfect for helping children form an image for their chorus practice.
The kindness woven into the lyrics makes it especially fitting for older kindergarteners to sing with heartfelt emotion.
Incorporating sign language will make the stage even more moving.
On that special day when children show their growth to their parents, be sure to take it on together.
TrancyNEW!biz × ZERA feat Suisō
This song portrays the runaway feelings of love that can’t be contained within the bounds of friendship.
Released in September 2023, it centers on the ache of unrequited love.
The other person has a different partner, and while the singer knows their feelings won’t reach them, they still can’t hold them back.
Mizusou’s cool, sultry vocals capture that pain beautifully.
The trance-tinged dance beat stirs both elation and impatience at once.
It’s sure to resonate deeply with anyone wavering on the border between friendship and romance, or carrying feelings they’re not allowed to have.
Nice friendNEW!Keropons
Time spent with friends is a treasure that can’t be replaced.
This collaboration between Keropons—hugely popular among children—and Tomohiko Fujimoto is a warm number that directly expresses the joy of meeting and the happiness of laughing together.
It carries a positive, gentle message that makes you truly think, “Friends are wonderful.” Released in July 2012 on the album ‘Chokotto Asobi Daisakusen!,’ the song has long been loved by many teachers and children, even being featured as a Hall of Fame song on the childcare information site Hoick.
During graduation season, singing it while looking at your dear friends’ faces will fill your heart with joyful memories of your time at the preschool.
It’s also a perfect choice to bring everyone together at a farewell party.
Friend's FlowerNEW!Sho Fukuda
This is a graduation song written and composed by Sho Fukuda, a former nursery teacher and children’s song writer.
It carries a warm message: the days spent with friends become buds in our hearts and eventually bloom into flowers.
Instead of saying “goodbye,” it makes a positive promise to remain friends, sure to bring tears to teachers and parents alike.
Released in February 2020, it was later included on the album “Tomodachi no Hana” (Friends’ Flower).
Sho Fukuda is active in a wide range of work, including providing music for NHK Educational TV.
Centered on the piano, this gentle ballad has a simple structure that makes it easy for children to sing along.
It’s a perfect song for choral performances at graduation ceremonies or for expressing gratitude at thank-you gatherings.
captiveNEW!My Hair is Bad
This song, which rides a fast-paced rock sound to sing about an intense one-sided love that longs to be someone’s “last,” is a fan favorite.
In just over two minutes, it crams in both an extreme devotion—“I’d do anything for you”—and playful fantasies of becoming famous.
Included on the album “boys,” released in June 2019, it gained popularity not through a tie-in but via videos posted on social media.
The rapid-fire verses switch to an explosively open chorus that feels exhilarating—just listening is sure to lift your spirits! It’s the perfect track for blowing away the haze of unrequited love or soaking in that sense of unity at a live show.