Artists from Ishikawa Prefecture (bands, idols, singer-songwriters, musicians)

When you hear “an artist from Ishikawa Prefecture,” what kind of artist comes to mind?

It’s always a little exciting when you discover that a band or singer-songwriter you love is from your hometown, isn’t it?

Ishikawa is famous for its scenic spots and seafood, and through this research I also felt there are many artists who shine behind the scenes, playing supportive roles like unsung heroes.

I’d be happy if this helps you discover the charms of Ishikawa as well as new favorite music and artists you’ll love.

Playlist

Artists from Ishikawa Prefecture (bands, idols, singer-songwriters, musicians)
	Title	Playlist	Review
1	Hikari’s DiscoNakata Yasutaka, Koshijima Toshiko (CAPSULE)		CAPSULE is a duo from Kanazawa consisting of Nakata and Koshijima.
2	My Neighbor TotoroInoue Azumi		Azumi Inoue, who sings songs from Studio Ghibli works
3	Miracle of BlueMamiko Noto		The charm of Mamiko Noto’s gentle singing voice
4	GliderŌmori Yōhei		Yohei Omori is a singer-songwriter from Kanazawa.
5	We’ll meet again…Ataka Miharu (KIX-S)		Miharu Ataka is the guitarist of KIX-S.
6	answerYasuda Nao		Nao Yasuda is a singer from Komatsu, Ishikawa Prefecture.
7	seagullAsakawa Maki		Maki Asakawa is a singer known for her low-pitched voice.
8	FancyMaverick Mom		Rising Star of Maverick Mom Ishikawa
9	Nippon TaroKaga Yuko		The Appeal of Yuko Kaga, an Enka Singer from Ishikawa Prefecture
10	ChopstickMAYA（NiziU）		MAYA is a NiziU member with strong dance skills.
11	Smilepush-pull pot		Push Pull Pot, a notable band from Kanazawa
12	Ja-nayKaga Takeshi		Takeshi Kaga is an actor and singer who appeared on Iron Chef.
13	Thank youIshizaka Tomoko		Tomoko Ishizaka, 1980s idol
14	BLINDNozaki Morio		Morio Nozaki is a bassist. Support for Porno Graffitti.
15	Love is EverywhereMASAKI（moumoon）		About MASAKI from moumoon.
16	Woman in CrimsonShimazu Etsuko		Etsuko Shimazu’s enka resonates with the heart.
17	lapsTatamino Ayaka (Homecomings)		The music of Homecomings with Ayaka Tatono as the vocalist
18	Anemone flaccida (nirinsō; literally “two-flowered anemone”)kawanaka miyuki		Miyuki Kawanaka’s Vocal Ability and Contributions to the Enka/Kayōkyoku Music Scene
19	1.5 (mini album)CHEETA (myuuRy, Nakanomori BAND, Symmetriez)		CHETA transitions from drummer to vocalist
20	Planet of the BearsKatō Shin’ichi (Fujifaburikku)		Career of Shinichi Kato, bassist of Fujifabric
21	sparklerYamamoto Sayaka (Dream, E-girls)		Sayaka Yamamoto transitioned from a dance singer to an actress.
22	sunlight avenueTerashima Takuma		Introduction to the Career and Charms of Voice Actor Takuma Terashima
23	wingsBIIR		BIIR is a music unit from Ishikawa Prefecture.
24	Southern Cross ~Cross of the Stars~Sugimoto Kazuya		Kazuya Sugimoto is a singer from Kahoku, Ishikawa Prefecture.
25	Embraced by the sky of OkhotskIkemasanobu		Ikemasa Noboru’s activities as a mood kayō singer
26	Farewell, my hometown.Kagajō Miyuki		Enka singer from Ishikawa Prefecture dies of cancer
27	Kizuna ~sleepless midnight~Ōhashi Hikaru		A track from Mitsuru Ohashi's solo debut album
28	Tokyo lights, foreverShinkawa Jirō		Enchanting many with Jiro Arakawa’s gentle voice and classic songs
29	Garden of ThornsAikawa Miho		Miho Aikawa continues to move people with her music.
30	Pattern of SorrowYamamoto Aki		Enka singer Aki Yamamoto from Ishikawa Prefecture
31	Hello GoodbyeYamamoto Tomomi		Introduction to Tomomi Yamamoto's single song
32	September QueenWakabayashi Kana		Kana Wakabayashi is an idol singer from Kanazawa.
33	Love BalladHoshina Yuri		Yuri Hoshina is a singer from Kanazawa.
34	WaWaWaHarada Noriko		Noriko Harada has continued her musical activities since finishing as the runner-up in the Bijin Grand Prize.
35	Anko of the IslandKomiya Keiko		Keiko Komiya is an enka singer with a major hit song.
36	crossingdaysShintani Ryoko		Activities and musical style of voice actress and singer Ryoko Shintani
37	waiting in vainKubota Makoto		The Achievements of Makoto Kubota, a Musician from Ishikawa Prefecture
38	My wingsArisawa Michiko		A singer from Kanazawa who sings a wide range of genres
39	I am your lullaby.Doi Haruto		The musical life of Haruto Doi, a singer from Kanazawa
40	delinquentDaikon Yuuka		Yuka Daikon is a singer who later changed her name to Yukari Otono.