Bands, artists, and singers from Niigata Prefecture
When you hear “musicians from Niigata Prefecture,” which artists come to mind?
If you like rock bands, you might think of your favorites, and there are also many idols and enka singers from Niigata.
In this article, we’ll introduce many singers and bands from Niigata Prefecture!
You might even discover, “Wait, they’re from Niigata?!”
We’ll cover a wide range of artists across generations and genres, so if any of them catch your interest, be sure to take your time and listen to their music!
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Bands, artists, and singers from Niigata Prefecture (41–50)
Naked DanceThe hills
It’s an addictive, danceable guitar rock track.
It’s included on the mini-album “Lost in the Yum Yum Experience,” released in 2013 by the Niigata-based band the hill.
They’ve been on hiatus since 2016.
We’re eagerly awaiting their return.
Bands, artists, and singers from Niigata Prefecture (51–60)
treasurenana (7bitz)
Nana is also well known as the lead vocalist of 7bitz, formed in 2008, and despite her background with the Shiki Theatre Company, she continues to pursue a wide range of activities.
In particular, winning the NHK Nodo Jiman Nagaoka competition in April 2006 and her post-2007 Niigata Chuetsu-oki Earthquake recovery support efforts speak to her roots and passionate dedication.
“Takaromono” encouraged many listeners as a song dedicated to recovery.
With its beautiful melody and heartfelt lyrics, Nana is truly a treasure of Niigata Prefecture!
Endless BlueMaki
The gentle sound of the acoustic guitar and her clear singing voice really resonate in your chest.
This is a song by Maki, a female singer from Tagami, Niigata Prefecture.
She’s been honing her skills since high school by performing street live shows.
The song in the video is included on her 2007 mini-album “Endless Melancholy.”
SELF CONTROL!!Saint Snow
The Love Live! series is popular in anime and games.
This is a song by Saint Snow, the sister idol unit that appears in the second installment, Love Live! Sunshine!!.
Hinata Sato, who voices the younger-sister character Ria Kazuno, is from Niigata Prefecture.
Love it! Niigata! ~quarter world~Igarashi Mizumo
As the title suggests, it’s a song overflowing with love for Niigata.
Mizumo Igarashi is a singer-songwriter from Shibata City, Niigata Prefecture.
She frequently appears on local TV and radio and is particularly well-known in Niigata.
Her straightforward, heartfelt voice is truly captivating.
Goodbye PatternItō Toshihiro
Toshihiro Ito is a singer-songwriter born in Naoetsu, Niigata Prefecture, now part of Joetsu City.
His song in the video, “Sayonara Moyou,” won the Grand Prix at the 1981 Yamaha Popular Song Contest and became a major hit, making his name known nationwide.
His gentle, warm singing voice is especially appealing.
Silent majorityShida Manaka (Keyakizaka46)
When you observe the 46/48 groups from a different angle, I think there’s something similar to the Koshien vibe.
That hometown pride and joy, like “An AKB member from our town is doing great!” When Ruka Yamamoto debuted with AKB, it was a huge deal as she was the first member from Wakayama.
In that sense, Manaka Shida, the first Niigata-born member in the Sakamichi series, was one of those who greatly energized the early days of Keyakizaka46.
Affectionately known as ‘Mona,’ she was selected as a member for the first single, ‘Silent Majority.’ Just when everyone thought her path was smooth, she paused activities due to health issues and ended up graduating as is.
She’s one of the idols I still wish would come back to Sakurazaka46.