Bands, artists, and singers from Miyazaki Prefecture

A slight fever in springKubota Kai

Kubota Kai “Mild Fever in Spring” (Official Lyric Video)

Singer-songwriter/rapper Kubota Kai emerged from the freestyle rap world and burst onto the scene.

Grounded in hip-hop while blending in R&B and rock, his literary word choices shine.

After formally launching his career with the 2019 EP “Myōjō,” he drew attention as songs released on YouTube surpassed 3 million views, and in 2021 he completed the album “Raikō.” He’s also known for the anecdote of winning an NHK show’s competition with only three months of rap experience.

He has many tie-ins, including “Tonari,” the theme song for the film Side by Side: The Person Next to Me, and “gear5,” the opening theme for the drama Hakobiya.

His mellow groove, woven from words and sound, is truly one of a kind—perfect for anyone who wants to immerse themselves in emotionally rich music.

Anpanman Marchdoriimingu

Anisong Red and White ’98–’18: Mitsuko Horie, Dreaming, Z-1 (Aya Ueto)

They are a twin-sister vocal duo known as the singers of their 1988 debut single, Anpanman’s March, the theme song for the TV anime Soreike! Anpanman, and they primarily perform children’s songs, school songs, and anime songs.

DANCE INTO FANTASYKEIJI（EXILE）

EXILE / DANCE INTO FANTASY

KEIJI (Keiji Kuroki), a member of the nationally renowned dance and vocal group EXILE, is from Miyazaki Prefecture.

He began dancing at the age of 19, started activities in January 2007 as a member of the newly formed J Soul Brothers, and joined EXILE on March 1, 2009.

Tango En SkaiOohagi Yasushi

Yasuji Ohagi “Tango en Skai”

I am a guitarist from Kobayashi City.

I began playing guitar in childhood, studied under renowned guitarists, and studied abroad at a conservatory in Paris.

I later made my debut in Japan with the album “One Day in November.” I am currently performing in various recitals both in Japan and abroad.

tabooAiri Toyama

Airi Tooriyama taboo

She won the Ralyon Girl Grand Prix in 2003 and made her entertainment industry debut.

She debuted as a singer in 2004 under the name pink feat.

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She is also active as an actress, and in the 2005 film “Tobi ga Kururi to,” she appeared as the daughter of actor Sho Aikawa.

piercingKubota Kai

Pierce – Kubo Takai (Official Music Video)

Kobuta Kai, often hailed as a new-generation rapper from Fukuoka.

He apparently uploaded several of his own tracks to YouTube, and the response led to his debut.

That story alone already gives off big-star vibes, doesn’t it? The first artist he ever loved was Kobukuro, and that might be where the freedom in his music—though he’s labeled a rapper—really shows.

I personally recommend his song “Pierce”; the lyric that likens the hollow left by heartbreak to a pierced ear hole is brilliant.

Toughness and tenderness, mellow and melancholic—his music shifts through countless shades.

You won’t regret giving it a listen!

ELECTRICAL COMMUNICATIONGanasia

Rockman 8 Opening Ganasia ELECTRICAL COMMUNICATION

This is a band whose member Kana Takahashi is from Miyazaki Prefecture.

This song was tied in as the opening theme for the anime Mega Man 8 and Mega Man: Super Adventure.

They also landed other anime tie-ins, such as for Bakusō Kyōdai Let’s & Go!!.