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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It’s okay to have bugs.imamura maria
Maria Imamura, born on September 14, 2003, is a member of HKT48, the group based around Hakata in Fukuoka—and she’s from Gunma Prefecture! Despite her petite frame, she performs with all her might.
I hope she keeps growing bigger and bigger and soars as a top idol hailing from Gunma!
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Member departures, hiatuses, reunions…
The visual-kei band Ayabie has led a tumultuous band life.
Its vocalist, Hika(ri) no Himawari, is from Takasaki City in Gunma Prefecture.
After forming in 2004, their music career progressed smoothly for a time, but in 2010 all members except Himawari left the band.
Since Himawari had also planned to go solo, he performed for a while under the name Aoi from Ayabie, but by the end of 2010 he suspended activities using the Ayabie name.
Later, in 2019, the members reunited and resumed activities together.
The contrast between his beautifully typical visual-kei singing voice and his cute appearance is delightful!
Withered Susuki Grass of the Shōwa EraYamaoka Sakura
Sakura Yamaoka, who performs as part of the duet Sakura and Ichirō, is from Gunma Prefecture.
Yamaoka is the second-generation Sakura, succeeding after Sakura Kōno left the group.
She has newly released “Shōwa Kare Susuki,” which was originally released by the first-generation Sakura and Ichirō and became a major hit.
Radio Heart BeatToukyou Q Channeru
Tokyo Q Channel is a musical group formed by Mayumi Sudo and Yasuhiko Warita.
Though their active years spanned just four years, from 1994 to 1998, they produced many tie-in songs, including for programs such as “Doubutsu Kisoutengai!” and “Broadcaster.” Since the group went on hiatus in 1998, Mayumi Fuji has been active as a commercial jingle singer and lyricist, while Yasuhiko Warita has worked as a composer and music producer.
Bands, musicians, and singers from Gunma Prefecture (61–70)
one after another; in rapid successionTamura Memi; Wada Ayaka
Meimi Tamura, a former member of the Hello! Project idol group ANGERME, is from Gunma Prefecture and has continued to work as a solo artist since graduating from the group in 2016.
Ayaka Wada, the first leader of ANGERME, is also from the same hometown.
It’s a surprising fact that there were two members from Gunma in such a nationally popular idol group.
Face forward!Kimura Misa
Misa Kimura, who serves as the leader of the idol group Musubizm, is from Gunma Prefecture.
Before the group was formed, Kimura worked as a magazine model and MC, and also served as a selection committee member for Miss iD 2015.
They released “Mae o Muke!” as their first single.
Spring-colored airmailMatsumoto Noriko
Noriko Matsumoto, who is active as a talent and idol singer, is from Isesaki City in Gunma Prefecture.
She released “Haruiro no Airmail” as her debut single, and the title track was used as the Ministry of Posts and Telecommunications’ “Post Capsule 2001” campaign song.
In conclusion
We’ve introduced many artists from Gunma so far.
You may have even had a few surprising “They’re from Gunma too?!” moments.
I hope you discovered something new! And I’m sure the number of artists from Gunma will keep growing more and more in the future!