Singers, bands, and artists from Hokkaido
Can you think of any artists from Hokkaido?
If we’re talking enka singers, there’s Saburo Kitajima; for bands, GLAY; and I’m sure a few other names come to mind as well.
In this article, we’ll introduce a whole range of popular musicians from Hokkaido all at once!
In fact, there are many artists from Hokkaido, and among them are some surprising names that might make you say, “What? They’re from Hokkaido too?!”
We’ve picked a wide selection across genres and generations—from famous veterans to up-and-coming artists—so discover lots of musicians, and once you find a favorite, take your time listening to their songs.
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Singers, bands, and artists from Hokkaido (31–40)
KOTOKO
A female singer-songwriter from Hokkaido.
After graduating from high school, she began attending a voice school and later joined I’ve, a collective of music creators based in Hokkaido.
Following work on game and anime theme songs, she made her major debut in 2004.
She is a highly skilled artist with a strong following both in Japan and overseas.
Ao
A rock band formed in 2003.
Through energetic activity, they gained popularity mainly in Hokkaido and made their major debut in 2009.
With beautiful melodies and a clear, transparent singing voice, they create a one-of-a-kind world.
They cannot be easily categorized into genres like rock, metal, or punk.
InbiZiBuru
We’re a band based in Hokkaido.
Building on a foundation of loud, screamo, and hardcore sounds, we craft a grand, immersive world.
Our strengths are high-energy tracks and emotional shouts.
Crank up the volume and give us a listen!
bakudan jonii
A band formed in 2010.
They made their debut in July 2011 with “To a Place Without Sorrow.” From there, they operated at a rapid pace, quickly broadening their scope by performing at JOIN ALIVE in July 2012 and at the RISING SUN ROCK FESTIVAL in August.
In 2013, they finally achieved their long-awaited major-label debut.
TRIPLANE
A rock band formed by four members from Hokkaido.
Their beautifully crafted, literary lyrics have won wide popularity.
Often described as a “beautiful-melody rock band,” they’re known for catchy tunes that linger in your ears after just one listen.
The gentle vocals are wonderful, too.
Singers, Bands, and Artists from Hokkaido (41–50)
AnnieZūkaraderu
Zutomayodel, a three-piece rock band from Sapporo, Hokkaido, captivates many fans with lyrics that delicately depict everyday scenes and a pop-leaning sound.
The group began in 2015 under the name “Takanobu Yoshida and Zutomayodel,” then changed to their current name with the release of their September 2017 mini-album Live Forever.
The approachable melodies and empathetic lyrics crafted by Takanobu Yoshida were recognized when the band won first place in the Japanese music category of Tower Records’ “Tawake Recommen Award Artist of the Year 2018,” proving their talent.
Influenced by BUMP OF CHICKEN and Quruli, Yoshida’s songs are a perfect fit for music fans who value sincerity in their emotions.
arukurikōru
This track, featuring a solid guitar rock sound and straightforward, powerful vocals, is by the Hokkaido-based rock band Arukuricore.
Since their first nationwide debut in 2017, they’ve been steadily expanding their listener base from Hokkaido across all of Japan, making them a rock band to watch.
