Bands and artists from Miyagi Prefecture | From veterans to exciting new faces
When you hear “an artist from Miyagi,” does anyone immediately come to mind? Even for famous singers, idols, or buzzworthy bands, you might think, “Come to think of it, I don’t actually know where they’re from.” In this article, we’ll introduce artists with roots in Miyagi Prefecture.
Miyagi is a region that has produced many must-hear, core singers for music lovers, as well as numerous visual kei bands! I’d be delighted if this article helps you discover a new favorite artist or song.
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Bands and Artists from Miyagi Prefecture | From Veterans to Rising New Faces (61–70)
-Hikari-Shoujo-RoriiTa-23-ku
Ryuto, the guitarist of the visual kei band Shoujo Lolita 23-ku, is from Sendai City in Miyagi Prefecture.
Their single “-Hikari-” debuted at No.
40 on the Oricon Weekly Chart and No.
1 on the Indies Chart.
Shoujo Lolita 23-ku had been on an indefinite hiatus since 2012, but it was announced that they would fully return starting in 2017.
Celebration BoatKadowaki Rikuo
Rikuo Kadowaki is from Minamikata Town in Tome District, Miyagi Prefecture.
Just before his record debut, he worked both as a bus driver for Miyagi Kotsu and as a farmer.
He gained support through the local wired broadcasting service, and as karaoke became popular at the time, his song started being sung widely, eventually selling over one million copies and becoming a million seller.
It has since become a staple song often sung at weddings.
KIMERO!!OxT
Tom-H@ck, who is active as a musician, is from Ishinomaki City in Miyagi Prefecture.
Under the joint unit name OxT with Masayoshi Oishi, he has released the single “KIMERO!!”.
“KIMERO!!” is used as the ending theme for the TV anime Ace of Diamond.
In conclusion
Artists emerging from Miyagi’s vibrant music scene have been making remarkable strides on the mainstream stage, each showcasing their own compelling individuality.
Let’s keep an eye on artists from Miyagi Prefecture and continue enjoying the music!