Passionate bands, artists, and singers from Ehime Prefecture
When you hear “artists from Ehime Prefecture,” do any names immediately come to mind?
Even with artists you love, it can be surprising to learn, “Oh, they’re from there!”
And finding an artist from your hometown can give you a little thrill, too.
People from Ehime—like Shiho Ochi of Superfly—often strike me as having powerful singing voices.
I’d be delighted if this article helps you discover music you love or introduces you to new artists.
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The One and Only Flower in the WorldKusanagi Tsuyoshi
Tsuyoshi Kusanagi, a former member of the nationally beloved idol group SMAP.
He joined a talent agency in his first year of junior high school and soon after made his debut as a member of SMAP.
While working as part of the group, he continued to expand his activities, appearing on variety shows and moving into acting.
In 2017, after leaving the agency, he formed “Atarashii Chizu” (New Map).
If you want to learn more about him, checking out his YouTube channel is also recommended.
NEXT LEVELYU-KI
YU-KI, who has produced numerous hit songs as the vocalist of TRF—the dance-vocal group also famous for member DJ KOO—also hails from Shikokuchuo City in Ehime Prefecture.
Undoubtedly a star vocalist from Ehime, her powerful performances, driven by her commanding voice, show no signs of slowing down and continue to captivate fans across Japan.
Let’s go all out!Shiraishi Minoru
Minoru Shiraishi, who works as a voice actor and singer-songwriter, is from Shikokuchuo City in Ehime Prefecture.
He has released his first mini-album, “Dashichaimashita,” and the track “Gachi de Ikouze!” included on it was used as the opening theme for his radio show “Minoru Shiraishi’s Gachi Muchi Radio” starting from episode 9.
Sunbeams filtering through the trees are searching for me…Yui (Merry)
Yuu, the guitarist of the five-member visual kei rock band MERRY, is from Ehime Prefecture.
Their 13th single, “Komorebi ga Boku o Sagashiteru…,” debuted at No.
12 on the Oricon Weekly Chart, marking their highest ranking to date.
Go for it! Ohai March ☆★☆Kono Narumi (Furūtsu Ponchi)
Narumi Konno, a member of Fruits Punch, a five-person idol unit born from the early-morning children’s variety show “Oha-Sta,” is from Niihama City, Ehime Prefecture.
Their first single, “Soreyuke! Oha March ☆★☆,” reached No.
40 on the Oricon charts.
The group disbanded in 2007 and its members are now active individually.
Hot bands, artists, and singers from Ehime Prefecture (41–50)
AkatsukiKadota Kousuke (PE’Z)
PE’Z, a jazz instrumental band representing Japan, presents a re-recorded version of their major-label debut single.
Known for their popularity even outside Japan, this track bursts with an exhilarating, high-tempo drive that feels refreshingly invigorating.
The tenor saxophonist, Kadota “JAW” Kousuke, is from Ehime Prefecture, and it’s said that his family’s French restaurant is sometimes mentioned during MC segments.
In conclusion
We’ve introduced many artists from Ehime so far! Maybe you discovered some new artists and thought, “I had no idea!” Finding famous people from your hometown somehow makes you feel closer to them, doesn’t it? For those aiming to be musicians too, I’m sure it can be encouraging.
We’re cheering on each and every one of you in your endeavors!