Bands, artists, and singers from the Kansai region
How familiar are you with bands and artists from the Kansai region?
In this article, we’ll be introducing lots of bands and musicians from Kansai!
Some artists proudly announce their hometown during live shows, while others usually speak standard Japanese and don’t bring up where they’re from—but are actually from Kansai!
You might also find yourself searching for Kansai bands because you want to support local artists.
From household-name musicians to up-and-coming bands we’re excited to see break out, we’ve handpicked recommended artists for you to check out.
Be sure to take a look!
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Bands, artists, and singers from the Kansai region (261–270)
In a fleeting nightpredia
Predia is a popular idol group known for performances that draw on their overwhelming vocal prowess and sultry allure.
Within the group, Luna Matsumoto, who hails from Nara Prefecture, serves as a sub-vocalist.
This song was released in 2016 as their fourth major-label single.
It carries an image that seems to provoke so-called herbivore men.
itokin
Itokin, a member of the J-POP group ET-KING, was from Sanda City in Hyogo Prefecture.
His nickname “Itokin” came from his resemblance to Shigeru Ito, a character in the manga Boku to Issho (Me and the Devil Blues).
He sadly passed away in 2018 due to illness at the young age of 38.
Chaotic Princesskamaitachi
Formed in Kyoto City in 1985, Kamaitachi made their major debut the year after releasing their first album.
This song, Hachamecha Hime, was used as the theme song for the TV anime Tsuruhime ja!? and reached No.
14 on the Oricon charts.
To the Frontlinesayonara poezi
Sayonara Poetry is a rock band formed in Kobe, Hyogo.
While they’ve gone through a few lineup changes, they’ve consistently maintained the same worldview and musical identity since their debut.
Their sound feels like alternative rock distilled into J-pop—highly catchy.
Lyrically, they favor straightforward expressions and often use dialogue-like lines, making it easy to immerse yourself in each song’s world.
If you enjoy listening to the same track multiple times to deepen your understanding, this is a must-check!
Bands, artists, and singers from the Kansai region (271–280)
Lips Networksanmyu~
Sanmyu~ is an idol group produced by Sun Music—the agency that has launched many idols—and it was their first time in 21 years to produce an idol act, as well as the first idol group to belong to the agency.
Member Yayoi Kobayashi is from Nara Prefecture, and this song was released in 2013 as their major-label debut single.
It’s a cover of a big hit by Yukiko Okada, who was affiliated with Sun Music, with lyrics written by Seiko Matsuda.
Let’s go on a trip!!!nakano taiki
It should resonate especially with people of the same generation.
Taiki Nakano is a singer-songwriter based in Wakayama Prefecture, an energetic musician who performs live frequently.
His appeal lies in a natural sonic image that feels as if it directly portrays the feelings that sprout in the heart.
And his highly relatable lyrics are why I said they would resonate with people of his generation.
He appears set to expand his activities to venues like live houses in Osaka.
He’s a rising figure to watch, sure to deliver many energetic works in the future!
hometownnikoichi
Nikoichi, formed in 2007, is a duo of vocalist Fuyuki Isashi, a former baseball club member, and guitarist/vocalist Hiroshi Matsuda.
They teamed up and began street performances in Sannomiya, eventually making their major debut in 2015.
They also produce songs for events and for the city of Kobe, sharing the charms of Hyogo Prefecture nationwide in an acoustic style.
Their gently resonant melodies are truly wonderful, aren’t they?
