New Enka Single Release [October 2025]

Tears and laughterChisato

Chisato “Crying and Laughing” Music Video

Chisato is a singer with authentic vocal technique honed through classical training.

Since her re-debut in June 2010, she has captivated fans with her rich expressiveness.

This track commemorates the 15th anniversary of her singing career.

With lyrics by Toyohisa Araki and music by Tetsuya Gen, the song adopts a relaxed “spoken-song” style, weaving a portrayal of the complex emotions felt toward a loved one.

It’s a gem that blends an urbane mood with a deeply human mix of affection and frustration.

Be sure to check it out.

roost; nest (where birds sleep). Also used figuratively for a place to stay or sleep.Tani Ryusuke

[Full MV] Ryusuke Tani “Negura” [Official]

Ryusuke Tani is an enka singer from Kure City, Hiroshima Prefecture.

He once chased a dream of becoming a professional baseball player and even made it to the final round of tryouts.

In 2018, he won the Best Vocal Performance Award at a song festival hosted by the Japan Singers Association, a testament to his proven talent.

Marking the 20th anniversary of his debut is this song.

It’s the third installment in a series produced by Ikuzo Yoshi, unfolding a worldview that portrays the life of a slightly mischievous man.

Tani’s straightforward, powerful vocals blend perfectly with the song’s rugged storytelling, truly moving the listener.

If you enjoy authentic, masculine enka, be sure to give it a listen.

Showa-era manToba Ichirō

Ichiro Toba “Showa no Otoko” MUSIC VIDEO

Enka singer Ichiro Toba, who has long sung of the spirit of “men of the sea.” As its title suggests, “Showa no Otoko” is a classic enka number that portrays the way of life of a man who ran straight through the Showa era.

The protagonist, clumsy yet unwavering in his convictions and walking through life with sincerity, is brought to life by Toba’s powerful yet warm vocals.

Toba himself has said he poured his strong feelings for his father, who survived the Showa era, into the song—and you can feel that intensity resonating in his voice.

Perfect for those who want to hear a song about a man with an unshakable backbone, or when you want to touch the heart of good old Japan.