[2026] Summary of bands, artists, and singers from Hiroshima Prefecture
Who comes to mind when you hear about artists from Hiroshima Prefecture?
From rock bands and singer-songwriters to national idols and Showa-era stars, in fact, many popular figures have taken flight from Hiroshima!
In this article, we’ll introduce a wide range of artists from Hiroshima Prefecture, spanning all genres and eras.
Our research revealed that Hiroshima has produced more veteran, big-name artists than younger ones.
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[2026] Summary of Bands, Artists, and Singers from Hiroshima Prefecture (31–40)
Allegro CantabileSUEMITSU & THE SUEMITH
Atsushi Suemitsu, a musician from Yano Town, Aki District, Hiroshima Prefecture, is the driving force behind SUEMITSU & THE SUEMITH, his solo project.
His innovative piano rock, which fuses elements of classical music and rock, never fails to captivate listeners.
Since launching his activities in 2004, he has drawn attention with the high-level performances and sophisticated arrangements that reflect his classical background.
Known as a dedicated hard worker, he reportedly woke up at 4:30 every morning in college and practiced eight hours a day.
His collaborations with Eriko Hashimoto of Chatmonchy and Takeshi Hosomi of the HIATUS have also garnered buzz, and he is active as a music production director.
Suemitsu also teaches at a music vocational school, and his songs are highly recommended for music fans who want to enjoy the best of both classical and rock.
That paper airplane splits the cloudy sky19
The folk duo 19, from Hiroshima Prefecture, is a musical unit formed by Kenji Okahira and Keigo Iwase, who debuted in 1998.
Their second single became a long-running hit, leading to their appearance on NHK’s Kohaku Uta Gassen in 1999.
In 2000, they also provided the official cheering song for the Japanese national team at the Sydney Olympics.
19’s music is characterized by a style that shifted from folk to rock, featuring many songs with emotionally rich and powerful messages.
They enjoyed immense popularity among teenagers and people in their twenties at the time, and even after disbanding in March 2002, their songs have continued to be loved by many.
Highly recommended for anyone who wants to relive their youth through 19’s music.
Summer Days of 1993Hiura Takanori
Takanori Hiura, who has captivated many fans as part of a duo from Hiroshima Prefecture, made his solo debut in 1987.
He later formed the group “class” with Katsuyuki Tsukui and produced a major hit in 1993.
The song, which achieved an astonishing sales figure of over 1.7 million copies, is still loved by many as a classic that beautifully depicts summer memories.
Hiura also pursues solo activities energetically, continuing to perform actively with annual live tours.
His warm vocals and heartfelt lyrics are especially appealing, and he is recommended for those who cherish nostalgic memories of their youth.
Precious thingsKondō Nobumasa
Lord of Major, a representative youth punk band that colored the 2000s.
The guitarist, Mr.
Kondo, is from Hiroshima City.
The four members, complete strangers at the time, were headhunted and formed through the documentary project “Road of Major” on the audition show Hamaraja.
They cleared a harsh condition: if their indie single debuted within the top 50 on the Oricon charts, they would make a major debut; if not, they would disband immediately.
They pulled it off and made their debut.
Because of who they are, their songs—cheering on dreams—pierce straight to the heart!
Each Other’s Way ~On the Journey~hiro
HIRO, the leader of EXILE, hails from Hiroshima Prefecture.
This is their 36th single from when he was still a performer in the group.
They have many explosive hits, but this is my favorite, and I still listen to it often.
The forward-looking lyrics set to a bittersweet melody really resonate with me.
The performers’ incredibly cool dancing in the music video is also a highlight.
[2026] Summary of Bands, Artists, and Singers from Hiroshima Prefecture (41–50)
Please give me wingsHirayama Yasuyo
It’s quite an old song, but it’s famous and still passed down today; it’s sung at chorus competitions and I believe it will continue to be sung.
Many artists have covered it, and it became especially well-known through Kaori Kawamura’s rendition, but originally it was performed by the folk group Akai Tori.
Akai Tori included a member from Hiroshima Prefecture, Yasuyo Hirayama.
I imagine many of you can sing it, at least roughly, right?
I was searching for you ~New Jersey United~Dōchin Yoshikuni
A singer from Akitakata City, Hiroshima Prefecture, known as a member of the twin-vocal unit CHEMISTRY, formed by two vocalists selected in the male vocalist audition on the TV show ASAYAN.
Many listeners were likely captivated by the songs that showcase his beautiful harmonies with Kaname Kawabata.
In his solo work, he presents a new appeal through rock-influenced tracks that differ from CHEMISTRY’s style, and he is highly regarded for his versatility and flexibility in performing across a wide range of genres.
