Recommended bands, singers, and artists from Osaka Prefecture
What kind of artists come to mind when you hear “artists from Osaka”? Not only those who speak in the Osaka dialect—there are actually many artists from Osaka who usually speak standard Japanese as well.
In this article, we’ll introduce a wide range of bands and singer-songwriters from Osaka all at once.
We’ve picked artists across genres and generations—from those whose Osaka roots are widely known to those whose hometown isn’t as well recognized—so please take a look.
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Recommended Bands, Singers, and Artists from Osaka Prefecture (41–50)
Please, Time MachineROLLY
ROLLY is from Takatsuki City in Osaka Prefecture.
The band he’s in, Scanch, was also formed in Takatsuki.
He has appeared in many musicals and showcases a wide range of talents.
It’s also well known that his cousin is Noriyuki Makihara.
sha la laTAKE
Skoop On Somebody was formed in Osaka.
The member TAKE is from Nishi Ward, Osaka City, Osaka Prefecture.
TAKE’s voice is incredibly wonderful—it makes your heart skip a beat.
Recently, he appeared in the musical RENT and seems to be active as a musical theater actor as well.
I hope I can be your lover.Kaneyori Masaru
Kaneyori Masaru is a three-piece girls’ rock band based in Osaka, formed in 2014.
The members are Chitose Mina, Ishihara Mei, and Morimoto Sana, and they deliver a rock sound driven by pop melodies and powerful vocals.
They began in 2016 with a self-produced CD titled “Shisuko,” and made their major-label debut in 2023 with their first full-length album, “Watashi no Nocturne,” on Victor Entertainment.
Influenced by bands like BUMP OF CHICKEN and Chatmonchy, their songs sensitively portray everyday emotions and resonate with many listeners.
In September 2024, they sold out a one-man show at Osaka-jo Ongakudo.
They’re highly recommended for those who connect with down-to-earth, relatable lyrics.
I can’t wait to see you.Dream Ami
Dream Ami, who has been pursuing a solo career since 2017, is from Minoh City, Osaka Prefecture.
She joined the female dance-vocal group Dream in 2002, and in 2011 she also began activities as a member of E-girls.
She was one of the central members of E-girls, so many of you are likely very familiar with her.
Beyond her captivating dancing and singing, many people may also vividly remember her appearances and talk segments on variety shows.
LOTUSShinya
Shinya, the drummer of DIR EN GREY, is from Osaka Prefecture.
This song was released in 2011 as their 24th major-label single.
It carries the message that even though we often struggle to move forward when looking back, that isn’t always the case.
It reached number six on the Oricon chart.
SMILE AGAINYonekura Toshinori
Toshinori Yonekura is from Toyonaka City, Osaka Prefecture.
While he was in Osaka, he appeared as the mascot boy on Downtown’s hugely popular Kansai evening show “Yoji Desu-yōda.” He was fresh and very cool back then.
He’s still great now, but he’s gotten really muscular, hasn’t he?
CHALA HEAD CHALAKageyama Hironobu
A singer-songwriter from Osaka known as the “Prince of Anison,” who has performed numerous theme songs for anime, including classic battle series.
He made his major debut in 1977 with the rock band Lazy, alongside Akira Takasaki and Munetaka Higuchi—who would later become members of Japan’s leading metal band, LOUDNESS.
After the band disbanded, he began working as a solo artist in 1985, performing theme songs for anime and tokusatsu.
With a distinctive voice that’s unforgettable after just one listen, he is a legendary anison singer who has gained a wide audience alongside the growing popularity of anime.
