New Enka Single Release [November 2024]

Wistful Oke-saSakuragawa Tatsuru

Tatsuru Sakuragawa “Melancholy Okesa”

The song released by Tatsuru Sakuragawa in October 2024 is a poignant love ballad set on Sado Island in Niigata Prefecture.

It features a wistful melody and a dynamic, resonant low register.

Lyricist Kyosuke Kuni and composer Hideo Mizumori—both renowned creators in the enka world—contributed to the track, resulting in a work that blends nostalgic Showa-era sensibilities with a fresh touch.

It portrays Sado’s beautiful scenery and a sense of solitude, expressing the aching feelings of someone longing for their lover.

The single was released by Yume Records and includes “Datte Ai Dakara” and “Nomo Nomo!” as simultaneously recorded tracks.

It seems like a perfect piece for autumn evenings.

New Soma Love SongNumazaki Shūichi

New Soma Love Song

This is a song that portrays the life of a fisherman and the love of family.

It’s a track by Shuichi Numazaki from Miyagi Prefecture, released in November 2024.

The lyrics express the heart of a man heading out to sea, conveying both pride in his work and deep affection for his wife.

The inclusion of the folk tune “Shin Sōmabushi” in the instrumental interlude is another highlight.

Numazaki’s powerful vocals evoke a fisherman’s resolve and passion.

The vivid imagery also beautifully brings the scenery of a port town to life.

True loveSawa Yuji

True Love by Yuji Sawa

A song that you can’t help but listen to, one that soaks into the heart.

Sung by Yuji Sawa, this work was released in November 2024.

The lyrics are by Rumi Shirakawa, and the composition is by Tsuyoshi Imada.

The lyrics, filled with a strong desire to bond with a loved one and to realize dreams together, are particularly striking.

You can feel how Yuji Sawa’s long life experience adds depth to the piece.

It makes you naturally compare it with the path you’ve walked so far.

Dream of the Dragon GodMisuzu

Misuzu “Dream of the Dragon God: Evening of the Waltz” [Melody Records] Official Music Video

An epic piece that portrays heaven’s blessings and the power of the earth.

Featured on the debut single released in November 2024, this track showcases Misuzu’s clear, translucent vocals, vividly conjuring the image of a dragon deity.

Its fantastical worldview blends beautifully with modern arrangements, leaving a deep impression on listeners’ hearts.

The tone is dramatic, with a subtly mystical atmosphere.

As you listen, let your thoughts turn to living in harmony with nature.

Don’t leave mehana-goromo

Hanae 'Don't Throw Me Away, Darling' [Melody Records] Official Music Video

An enka ballad that poignantly portrays heartache, with Hanae’s emotionally rich vocals resonating deeply.

Released in October 2024 as her debut single, Tsunaki Mihara’s delicate composition beautifully captures the feelings of a woman who has experienced a breakup.

Issued by Melody Records, it also includes the coupling track “Omoide” (Memories).

Steeped in nostalgia and melancholy, this work has truly gripped fans’ hearts.

The lyrics, conveying the loneliness and lingering attachment after losing a loved one, touch on a universal theme anyone can relate to.

She is also slated to participate in the “Yume Gekijō Kayō Festival” in November, heightening expectations for her live performance.

It’s a recommended song for times when you want to heal the pain of heartbreak or reflect on someone dear to you.