[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 (41–50)
Serenade to YouKano Hiroshi
Hiroshi Kano is known as a leading enka and kayōkyoku singer from Hiroshima.
A hard worker who gave up a future as an athlete to pursue his dream of becoming a singer, he moved to Tokyo and trained under Toyohisa Araki.
In 1978, under his real name Masashi Korizaki, he made his debut with the official cheer song for the Hiroshima Toyo Carp.
He later changed his stage name twice while steadily building his career, and in 1991 achieved sales of over 300,000 copies with his signature song “Ginza.” His media presence grew as well, with his songs chosen as theme songs for TBS dramas.
His emotionally rich voice and expressive delivery, which capture the subtleties of life, remain unchanged today, warming hearts through concerts and dinner shows across Japan.
Holding a deep affection for his hometown of Hiroshima, he is recommended not only for enka and kayōkyoku fans but also for music lovers seeking a voice that truly resonates.
BEATNIK ROCKERØKI、SEIZI
THE STREET BEATS are a punk rock band from Hiroshima that tirelessly pursue the balance between the unbridled energy of punk and supple, melodic songwriting.
Formed in Hiroshima City in 1984, they made their major-label debut in 1988 with the album “NAKED HEART” on Victor Entertainment.
Led by core members and real-life brothers ØKI and SEIZI, their razor-sharp guitar work and powerful, message-driven lyrics have brought a fresh wind to Japan’s punk scene.
In 2008, they provided the theme song for the Crows Zero film series, spawning a major hit with 250,000 downloads.
In 2019, to mark their 35th anniversary, they released their first ballad selection album, “Tabibito no Uta” (Traveler’s Poem), and embarked on a 15-date nationwide commemorative tour, showcasing both their maturation and evolution as a rock band.
They are a band I can wholeheartedly recommend to music fans in search of punk rock’s true essence.
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.
Like a white cloudsaruganseki
Hiroiki Ariyoshi, who hails from Kumano in Aki District, Hiroshima Prefecture, is now hugely active on television.
He used to be part of the comedy duo Saruganseki.
This is their smash-hit single, which enjoyed overwhelming support from young people.
They also won the Best New Artist Award at the 1997 Japan Record Awards.
By the way, the song was written and composed by Fumiya Fujii and Naoyuki Fujii, formerly of The Checkers.
Hello, Again ~A Place That’s Been Around Since Long Ago~Fujii Kenji
Kenji Fujii is a musician from Fukuyama, Hiroshima Prefecture.
He joined My Little Lover in May 1995 and, together with Takeshi Kobayashi, composed the famed song “Hello, Again ~Mukashi Kara Aru Basho~.” He left MY LITTLE LOVER in July 2002.
As of 2020, he has been active in three bands—HI NORMAL LUNCH, FTK&K, and The Birthday—while also working in parallel as a studio musician and live support.
Princess of Playful BitesOkita Ayaka, Kōno Saki
The 14th single from NMB48, whose individual members’ activities are also on the rise.
It topped the Oricon Weekly Singles Chart, marking their 12th No.
1 overall.
Ayaka Okita from Hiroshima Prefecture was selected as a senbatsu member for the first time with this song.
The slightly provocative music video and cover art have also become talking points.