[2026] Compilation of Bands, Artists, and Singers from Fukushima Prefecture
When you hear “an artist from Fukushima Prefecture,” who comes to mind?Many artists from Fukushima have been actively involved in supporting recovery efforts after the Great East Japan Earthquake, so that may be who you think of first.
You might also be surprised to learn that some unexpected figures are actually from Fukushima.In this article, we introduce a roundup of artists from Fukushima Prefecture.
We’ve selected a wide range, from popular singer-songwriters to rock bands and members of idol groups.
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[2026] Summary of Bands, Artists, and Singers from Fukushima Prefecture (1–10)
LifE!!Masuko Atsuki
Atsuki Masuko, a native of Koriyama City in Fukushima Prefecture, is a member of the mixed-gender dance and vocal group GENIC.
He began his entertainment career after an audition in 2016, and in November 2019 officially launched his activities with GENIC through the digital EP “SUNGENIC ep.” He has also showcased his talent as an actor, gaining significant attention for the 2021 tokusatsu drama Kikai Sentai Zenkaiger and for starring in the 2023 drama Forecasting Love, which generated buzz across Asia.
On stage, he played the role of Haku in Spirited Away, earning international recognition, including a nomination at an awards event in London.
Within the group, he also writes lyrics, captivating fans with his multifaceted artistry in singing, dancing, and acting—embodying the image of a next-generation entertainer.
I’ll buy you a juice ♥Tomizawa Taku, Minagawa Sarutoki
Korokku band Group Tamashii, whose members are famous figures active in various fields, includes Kaoru Minato (real name: Sarutoki Minagawa) as MC/vocalist and Chikoku (Taku Tomizawa) on guitar—both hailing from Iwaki City in Fukushima Prefecture.
Together with actor Seminosuke Murasugi, the two also perform as a unit called the Iwaki Brothers.
As Sarutoki Minagawa, Kaoru has appeared in numerous TV dramas and films, working as a renowned character actor, and in 2017 he even made his solo debut under the name Kaoru Minato.
Taku Tomizawa is active not only as a guitarist but also as a singer-songwriter and music producer.
Don’t forget, don’t forgetYamaguchi Takashi
Takashi Yamaguchi, who handles vocals and guitar for Sambomaster—a band known for its passionate singing and powerful performances—is from Aizuwakamatsu City in Fukushima Prefecture.
He formed Sambomaster in 2000, and the band made their major debut in 2003 with the split album “Houkago no Seishun” alongside the punk band Onanie Machine.
They broke through with the 2005 drama Densha Otoko’s theme song, “Sekai wa Sore wo Ai to Yobundaze,” and later garnered further attention with “Dekikkonai wo Yaranakucha,” which was also used in the 2010 drama Cheer☆Dan.
As for Yamaguchi personally, in 2010 he formed Inawashirokos with fellow members from Fukushima Prefecture, and following the 2011 Great East Japan Earthquake, they released the charity song “I love you & I need you Fukushima.”
[2026] Summary of Bands, Artists, and Singers from Fukushima Prefecture (11–20)
InstallShiga Riku
Riku Shiga, a member of the dance-vocal unit ICEx known for their charmingly retro “toy-pop” aesthetic, hails from Fukushima Prefecture.
The group’s surprise formation was announced at a live show by their predecessor group in March 2023, and they made their major debut that August with the single “CANDY.” Many people may have encountered their music through “Birimi,” which was selected as the ending theme for the TV anime Run for the Money: The Great Mission.
Alongside his music career, he is also showcasing his talent as an actor, with his first lead role in a drama slated for 2025.
As a next-generation multi-talent poised for a major leap forward, he’s definitely one to watch.
*Hello, Planet.sasakure.UK
He, known as sasakure.uk or sasakure-P, who is also active as a songwriter/composer and Vocaloid producer, hails from Iwaki City in Fukushima Prefecture.
He began composing with a ringtone app, which led him to start releasing VOCALOID works.
Gaining significant attention from there, he released the album “Do Vocaloids Dream of Endless Notes?” in 2010.
The same year, a mini-game based on the PV for his own work “*Hello, Planet.” was also distributed.
In addition to music, his pixel-art-based animations and artwork—as well as illustrations and videos created to accompany his songs—have been drawing considerable attention.
WALTZYoneo Kento
Kento Yoneo, who performs as KENT in the alternative kayō dance collective RYUGUJO, is also an artist from Fukushima Prefecture.
Scouted in elementary school, he entered the entertainment world, honed his dance skills in EBiDAN, and, after prevailing in a rigorous audition program, made his major debut in 2023.
The fact that the show’s final assignment song was released as his pre-debut work further accentuates the narrative quality of his career.
While he also has an intellectual side, holding a semi-second grade certification in abacus (soroban), he captivates audiences on stage with sharp performances powered by the core strength he developed through baseball.
His experience acting in the stage play “Boys with Secrets” has also deepened his expressive range.
He’s recommended for those who want to enjoy a distinctive world where the emotionality of kayō and theatricality blend.
Good job, summer!Naruse Eimi
Eitaso, also known as Eimi Naruse, a member of the pop and colorful idol group Dempagumi.inc, is from Koriyama City in Fukushima Prefecture.
In 2010, after being approached by Dempagumi.inc’s producer, she joined the group and began her entertainment career in earnest.
Prior to that, together with Mirin Furukawa—who had been a member since Dempagumi’s early days—she was active in the idol unit Mizutama Online.
In addition to her activities with Dempagumi, she has worked in various fields including fashion, anime voice acting, and TV dramas.
Combined with her prior experience working at a maid café before joining the group, she is loved for her cheerful personality.