[2026] A compilation of bands, artists, and singers from Kyushu
When you think of artists from Kyushu, who comes to mind?
In recent years, the rock band WANIMA—hugely popular at major festivals around the country and on TV—are famously from Kumamoto, right?
Plus, Masaharu Fukuyama and Tsuyoshi Nagabuchi are strongly associated with being from Kyushu as well!
But there are many more singers and bands from Kyushu!
In this article, we’ll introduce a wide range of Kyushu-born artists who keep delivering music with passionate hearts!
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[2026] Roundup of Bands, Artists, and Singers from Kyushu (21–30)
Rejected-Love GirlSanketsu Shoujo Sayuri
An artist from Fukuoka, Kyushu who calls herself a “2.5D parallel singer-songwriter” and sings about the sentiments of a generation starved for air.
After performing as part of the acoustic duo LONGTAL under the name Asuka and as the guitarist-vocalist of Yumeame, she made her major debut.
Her first single, Mikazuki, was immediately chosen as the ending theme for the TV anime Rampo Kitan: Game of Laplace, drawing attention to her talent and distinctive worldview.
She’s also a promising musician whose fourth single, Furaregai Girl—written and produced by Yojiro Noda of RADWIMPS—became a hot topic.
Song of DawnRin Oto
Rin-ne is a rapper from Fukuoka Prefecture.
In 2020, his signature track “snow jam” became a major hit, climbing the charts on various music streaming services and leading to TV appearances, which quickly made him a breakout artist.
When “snow jam” took off, he was still a university student—truly the arrival of a new-generation artist.
Before his big break, he also competed in MC battles, winning tournaments in Kyushu and demonstrating his skills even then.
With his mellow rap and sophisticated melodic sense as his strengths, he’s an artist to watch who’s sure to keep delivering great music.
[2026] Compilation of Bands, Artists, and Singers from Kyushu (31–40)
Tokyo feat. Mamiko Suzuki, Skaaiyonawo
The four-piece band yonawo from Fukuoka crafts a one-of-a-kind sound that fuses R&B, soul, jazz, and hip-hop.
With Shota Araya’s gentle vocals and the exceptional musicianship of every member, they create songs that resonate deeply with listeners.
They began their full-scale musical activities in 2017 and made their major-label debut in 2019.
Word of mouth about their high musicality spread, steadily expanding their fan base.
Their advanced performance skills and live shows have been highly praised across music media, and they command a strong presence at festivals nationwide.
In February 2025, they will release an ambitious work featuring Mamiko Suzuki and Skaai.
They’re recommended not only for R&B fans but also for anyone seeking genre-defying music.
YumemigusaBLUE ENCOUNT
BLUE ENCOUNT, sometimes called a “tear-jerker band” for their fiery sound and lyrics, was formed in 2003 by vocalist/guitarist Shunichi Tanabe and drummer Yoshihide Takamura from Kumamoto Prefecture, along with guitarist Yuya Eguchi from Kagoshima Prefecture.
In 2006, Yuuta Tsujimura, a senior from their vocational school and a native of Kanagawa Prefecture, first joined as a support bassist and later became an official member.
The song HALO from their 2012 mini-album HALO EFFECT began attracting attention on YouTube, sparking their rise in popularity.
They made their major-label debut in 2014 with the release of the EP TIMELESS ROOKIE.
a good personReina
Reina, whose delicate, ephemeral yet warm singing voice is so captivating, is a singer-songwriter from Kagoshima Prefecture.
Centered on modern folk while incorporating elements of rock and pop, her musical style stands out.
After winning the grand prize from among roughly 5,000 applicants in an audition, she released Boku Dake o in 2021.
In July 2022, she made her major-label debut with Kimi wo Ice.
Songs like Yoi Hito, which was used as background music on ABEMA’s popular dating show, and Wakaremi, an “inspired-by” track, have made her widely known, especially among younger listeners.
unfinishedieiri reo
Singer Leo Ieiri is from Kurume City in Fukuoka Prefecture.
Her debut with “Sabrina” was striking.
Since then, she has consistently released songs and has performed numerous tie-in tracks.
She is a graduate of the music school Voice, which also produced Ayaka; given the hardships she faced in childhood and the influence of artists like Yutaka Ozaki and YUI, who is from the same hometown, I feel many of her songs carry powerful messages.
While she has many serious tracks, songs full of hope like “Bokutachi no Mirai” are also captivating, and her greatest appeal, I think, is the way they somehow persuade you and make you feel convinced.
If I sing to the sky175R
A punk rock band formed in 1998 in Fukuoka, Kyushu, that became a leading figure of the “youth punk” movement and exploded in popularity among junior and senior high school students in the early 2000s.
Their major-label debut track “Happy Life” and second single “Sora ni Utaeba” both entered the Oricon Weekly Chart at No.
1 in their first week, a lightning start that left many feeling the shock—and the arrival of a new era.
After a six-year hiatus beginning in 2010, they remain a powerful rock band that continues to focus on live performances today.