Singers, bands, and artists from Hokkaido

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Primarily active in Tokyo, I have experience as a backup dancer for artists, a music video dancer, and a commercial dancer. I continue to work as a dancer while also engaging in article production. After discovering Michael Jackson in junior high school, I began dancing in my second year of high school. Since starting dance, in addition to the J-Pop and Japanese rock I had been listening to, I began exploring Western R&B, rap, alternative music, and other tracks commonly used for dance. In elementary school, I spent three years in a choir, and because I love singing, I often go to karaoke for fun. These days, I enjoy a wide range of music, from Japanese rock and rap to K-pop.
Editor-in-Chief, RAG MUSICHane Keisuke
Editor-in-chief of RAG MUSIC. JFC-certified fact-checker. After working in a music studio and handling wedding sound, joined the RAG MUSIC editorial team in 2016. Experienced with a variety of instruments: marching band in elementary school, clarinet in junior high school wind ensemble, and drums in a band from high school onward. Drawing on my own musical activities and the experience gained through my work, I produce daily articles, including various song introductions, features on music festivals around the country, and live reports. In music, I enjoy not only rock from Japan and abroad but, lately, a wide range of J-pop as well.

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.

Singers, bands, and artists from Hokkaido (31–40)

KOTOKO

ZoNE-iT

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.

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InbiZiBuru

InbiZiBuru 「LOST MY KEY」 PV

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!

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arukurikōru

Arukol "Again" Music Video

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.

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Murakami Shinpei

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SOULHEAD

YOU CAN DO THAT LIVE 2007 【HQ】

A sister R&B duo from Hokkaido, consisting of YOSHIKA and TSUGUMI.

Their dynamic, translucent harmonies and spot-on R&B melodic sensibilities are top-notch.

They drew attention immediately after their debut, making a strong impact on dedicated hip-hop and R&B fans.

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BUGY CRAXONE

BUGY CRAXONE『Lesson 1』Music Video

Formed in 1997 in Sapporo, this band has established its own unique world with a sound that incorporates a variety of genres.

Despite multiple lineup changes, they have continued their activities and achieved their second major-label debut in 2017.

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Singers, Bands, and Artists from Hokkaido (41–50)

bakudan jonii

Bakudan Johnny “Yui Hitori (tadahitori) [Music Clip]”

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.

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Fujimoto Miki

Miki Fujimoto – Romantic Ukare Mode [PV]

A renowned song respected by many different idols.

In this day and age, are there really idols with this level of talent? It’s a work that can be called her signature song—the one that cemented “Mikitty” as an unshakable presence.

By the way, she’s from Takikawa City in Hokkaido and has even served as a hometown ambassador.

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