Bands, artists, and singers from Mie Prefecture
When it comes to artists from Mie Prefecture, there are many across different generations—from Kana Nishino to Shizue Abe.
Still, some people might find it hard to immediately think of artists from Mie.
So in this article, we’ll introduce a whole lineup of artists from Mie Prefecture!
We’ve picked a wide range spanning singer-songwriters, bands, saxophonists, and more, regardless of genre or era, so try finding a new favorite.
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Bands, artists, and singers from Mie Prefecture (21–30)
Future CourseLa’cryma Christi
TAKA, who is active as the vocalist of the visual kei rock band La’cryma Christi, is from Kuwana City in Mie Prefecture.
Their fifth single, Mirai Kouro, was used as the ending theme for the TV Tokyo anime Night Walker: Mayonaka no Tantei.
For Youazu
AZU, who is active as a singer, is from Tsu City in Mie Prefecture.
She regularly appears at many events in Nagoya and Mie, including GOLDEN TIME, an event hosted by SEAMO.
Her 8th single, For You, was selected as the ending theme for the TV Tokyo anime Naruto Shippuden.
Seven ColorsHonda Risako
Risako Honda, who is active as an idol singer and actress, is from Suzuka City in Mie Prefecture.
“Seven Colors,” included on her mini-album “First Story,” has been selected as the theme song for J-CAST News’s USTREAM program “J-CAST THE FRIDAY.”
Dreamcatcheratsu
Atsu, a singer-songwriter, is from Tsu City, Mie Prefecture (formerly Ichishi Town, Ichishi District).
Her second single, Dreamcatcher, was selected as the theme song for Mie TV’s 2008 Mie Prefecture tournament of the National High School Baseball Championship.
Black HolyKomatsu Mikako
Mikako Komatsu, who is active as a voice actress and singer, is from Kuwana City in Mie Prefecture.
Her debut single, Black Holy, was used as an image song for the TV anime Bodacious Space Pirates.
It’s an up-tempo track with a sense of speed.
MACHINEGUNTHE ORAL CIGARETTES
THE ORAL CIGARETTES are a rock band active mainly at live shows and festivals.
Formed in Nara Prefecture in 2010, the lineup consists of members from Nara and Mie.
They initially worked under their independent label, ZIG ZAG RECORDS, releasing songs and organizing their own live events.
They later made their major-label debut with the single “Kishikaisei STORY.” Their sound carries a dark atmosphere, yet it captivates listeners and won’t let go!
puka-pukaNishioka Kyozo
Singer-songwriter Kyozo Nishioka was born in Fuseta, Shima Town, Shima District, Mie Prefecture (now Shima City).
In 2008, his hometown of Shima City hosted the First Kyozo and KURO Music Festival 2008.
His signature song Puka Puka has been covered by many artists.