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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Band/Musician/Singer from Gunma Prefecture (1–10)
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Formed in 2014, the three-piece band FOMARE is a rock band that took flight from Gunma.
Raised amid Gunma’s rich natural surroundings, what kind of sound do they create? Their music is sure to get even bigger—whether you’re from Gunma or not, give them a listen!
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popoq is a three-piece rock band formed by peers from Gunma Prefecture.
Since launching in October 2013, they have pursued an original sound that blends elements of dream pop and shoegaze on a rock foundation.
Their hallmarks are delicate high-tone vocals and arrangements aiming for the coexistence of beauty and intensity.
Gaining traction with tracks like “delight” and “canvas,” they released the album “00” in 2021.
Although they went on an indefinite hiatus as of September 2022, the sonic world they create—where floating ambience intertwines with roaring noise—grabs your heart the moment you hear it.
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Katsuyuki Tsukui, who was active as a member of a duo group, is from Kiryu City in Gunma Prefecture.
Their debut single, “A Summer Day in 1993,” became a million seller.
In 2008, the answer song “A Winter Day in 2009” was released.
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Ivy to Fraudulent Game is a four-piece rock band formed in Gunma Prefecture.
They made their major-label debut in 2017 with their first album, “Kaiten-suru” (Rotating).
The band name—chosen by founding member and drummer Yuya Fukushima—reflects their desire to spread their music far and wide and to deliver songs that, in a good way, subvert listeners’ expectations.
Their melodies are original yet accessible, welcoming to all kinds of listeners.
At the same time, they don’t just follow the conventional path; true to the band’s name, their tunes upend expectations in the best possible sense—definitely worth checking out!
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KAKASHI is a four-piece band formed by members from Maebashi City, Gunma Prefecture.
While the members are from Gunma, the band was formed at a vocational school in Tokyo that all four attended.
They released their first mini-album, “Dramatic,” in 2013, and have since performed at festivals in Gunma and embarked on nationwide tours.
In 2015, they held a self-organized live show in Tokyo together with Ivy to Fraudulent Game, another band from Gunma, and the tickets sold out.
The band’s appeal lies in vocalist-guitarist Sota Horikoshi’s distinctive, lingering voice, lyrics that put into words feelings anyone might experience in everyday life, and melodies that wrap it all in a refreshing sound.
Like a flowerANNA
Anna is a singer-songwriter from Takasaki, Gunma, with roots in Japan and Russia.
She started playing guitar at 14 and made her CD debut in 2017 with the single “Hitori no Sekai,” which was featured as the theme song for an NHK BS Premium drama.
From early in her career, she actively shared content on TikTok, and in 2021 she was selected as one of Japan’s representatives for the TikTok Music Festival.
She also boasts a victory in an audition to choose the next-generation anime music star.
Her clear, pristine vocal tone is a major draw.
In January 2024, her first full album, “Alstroemeria,” was released on streaming platforms.
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The next! Liddell 1974 is a rock band from Gunma Prefecture.
Formed in 2002 by Kogure and others, they have built a unique, highly literary worldview centered on glam rock and garage rock.
In October 2011, they released the album “The Pictureless Picture Book.” Their live performances are also popular; the high energy of their shows delivers a visceral, physical impact that differs from their recordings.
If you enjoy music with a narrative quality and raw performances where souls seem to collide, you’ll be captivated!