Band, musician, and singer from Gunma Prefecture
When people think of Gunma Prefecture, many might picture hot springs and nature-rich sightseeing spots, but in fact, it has produced a large number of musicians.
From up-and-coming talents to seasoned veterans, skilled artists active across a wide range of genres have taken flight from Gunma.
In this article, we’ll introduce singers, artists, and bands from Gunma Prefecture, digging into the appeal of their distinctive musical styles and expressive power.
You might make some surprising discoveries—or find a new favorite!
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Bands, musicians, and singers from Gunma Prefecture (ages 21–30)
Abracadabra spellTARAKO
TARAKO, who works as a voice actress and actress, is from Ota City in Gunma Prefecture.
She voices the main character Momoko Sakura in the nationally beloved TV anime Chibi Maruko-chan and released the song “Arara no Jumon” under the name Chibi Maruko-chan with Bakuchu Mondai.
BambinaHotei Tomoyasu
Tomoyasu Hotei, who is active as a rock musician, is from Egimachi, Takasaki City, Gunma Prefecture.
He also performed as the guitarist for the rock band BOØWY.
“Bambina” was released as his 17th single, and the title track was used as the opening theme for TBS’s COUNT DOWN TV in April 1999.
Bands, musicians, and singers from Gunma Prefecture (ages 31–40)
Baby Sweet Berry LoveOgura Yui
Yui Ogura, who works as a voice actress and singer, is from Midori City in Gunma Prefecture.
Her second single, “Baby Sweet Berry Love,” reached No.
6 on the Oricon Weekly Chart.
The song was used as the ending theme for the TV anime The Hentai Prince and the Stony Cat.
Longing, sadness, and strength of heartShinohara Ryōko
Ryoko Shinohara, who works as an actress and singer, is from Kiryu City in Gunma Prefecture.
Her fourth single, “Itoshisa to Setsunasa to Kokoro Tsuyosa to,” was produced by Tetsuya Komuro and released under the name Ryoko Shinohara with t.komuro.
It won several awards, including the Excellence Award at the 36th Japan Record Awards.
MONSTER TREEUKI
UKI, the vocalist of the rock band SHAKALABBITS, is from Gunma Prefecture.
In addition to her band activities, she also works as a model for fashion magazines such as Zipper and CUTiE.
Their 6th single, “MONSTER TREE,” reached No.
4 on the Oricon chart.
To reach you…Katagiri Maiko
Maiko Katagiri, the vocalist of the two-member music group MAY’S, is from Kiryu City in Gunma Prefecture.
They released their 8th single, “Kimi ni Todoke…/WONDERLAND,” and “Kimi ni Todoke…” was used as the ending theme for the Nippon TV anime series Kimi ni Todoke 2nd SEASON.
apple mintUchida Aya
Aya Uchida, who is active as a voice actress, singer, and narrator, is from Ota City in Gunma Prefecture.
Apple Mint was used as the opening theme for the anime information program Anime Masithe.
With its upbeat vibe, it’s a perfect song to play when you want everyone to get excited.