A roundup of debut songs by Japanese female artists from the 1970s
The 1970s was a time in Japanese music history when a wide variety of female artists—singer-songwriters and idols alike—burst onto the scene, bringing vibrant color to the world of Japanese pop.
From towering figures like Miyuki Nakajima and Yumi Arai to stars such as Mari Amachi, Momoe Yamaguchi, Pink Lady, and Candies, this golden era produced one beloved classic after another.
Is there a debut song from those days by a female artist that still resonates with you? In this article, we’ll introduce the memorable debut tracks of the women who blazed through that dazzling decade.
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Debut Songs of Japanese Female Artists from the 70s (31–40)
longing; yearning; admirationŌba Kumiko
It was released in 1977 as Kumiko Ōba’s debut single.
She began her entertainment career after winning a special prize on NET TV’s “Anata o Star ni!” in 1975.
She was active under the catchphrase “Little Sister to 100 Million People.”
Sunflower GirlItō Sakiko
It was released in 1974 as Sakiko Ito’s debut single.
After winning the Nippon TV audition program “Star Tanjō!” she made her debut as a singer.
The lyrics were written by Yū Aku, and even after many years the song has continued to be used in commercials and television programs.
Red BalloonAsada Miyoko
It was released in 1973 as Miyoko Asada’s debut single.
She made her singing debut with the catchphrase “Sony Angel,” and the song became a huge hit, selling a total of 800,000 copies, after it was used in the TBS family drama ‘Jikan Desu yo,’ in which she was a regular cast member.
pure lovekatahira nagisa
It was released in 1975 as Nagisa Katahira’s debut single.
After appearing on and passing the audition program Star Tanjō! on Nippon TV in 1974, she made her debut as an idol singer.
In 1975, following a film appearance, she suspended her singing career and transitioned to acting.
Glass SlopeTakada Mizue
It was released in 1977 as Mize Takada’s debut single.
Within a month and a half of its release, it entered the Oricon Top 10, and with over 310,000 copies sold, it became a major hit and one of her signature songs.
In 2015, she made a comeback after 30 years on NHK’s “Omoide no Melody,” where she performed this song, attracting wide attention.
Debut Songs of Japanese Female Artists from the 70s (41–50)
At the coffee shopabe shizue
Shizue Abe made her singing debut in 1973 with this song, promoted with the catchphrase “Scent of Freesia.” The lyrics were written by Yū Aku and the music composed by Takashi Miki.
It sold a total of about 280,000 copies and won the New Artist Award at the 15th Japan Record Awards.
It became Shizue Abe’s biggest hit.
Downtown After the RainAgunesu Ramu
It was released in 1977 as Agnes Lum’s debut single.
With her charming doe-like eyes, sun-kissed tanned skin, full bust and hips, stunningly shapely legs, and adorable looks, she took the nation by storm, made her singing debut, and when she held a promotional campaign, a huge frenzy ensued with 50,000 people attending at Korakuen Jumbo Pool.