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 (51–60)
Wonderful WorldUemura Akari
Juice=Juice is an idol group under Hello! Project, and member Akari Uemura is a founding member from Osaka Prefecture.
This song was released in 2015 as their sixth major single.
It became their first release to reach number one on the Oricon Weekly Singles Chart.
When I realized it, I was in unrequited love.Nishino Nanase, Matsumura Sayuri, Kawamura Mahiro
Nanase Nishino, Sayuri Matsumura, and Mahiro Kawamura, all regular members of Nogizaka46, are from Osaka Prefecture.
This song was released in 2014 as Nogizaka46’s eighth single.
Nanase Nishino served as the center for the track, and whereas many previous songs had a more masculine perspective, this one is written from a feminine point of view.
Always togetherJAY’ED
JAY’ED was born in New Zealand, but he moved to Minoh City in Osaka Prefecture at the age of 10, so he himself lists Osaka as his hometown.
He actually has strong ties to the Kansai region and is said to be the nephew of rakugo performers Katsura Jakujaku and Katsura Zakoba.
Tufted puffinHakasé Tarō
Taro Hakase, a world-renowned violinist, hails from Suita City in Osaka Prefecture.
He has released numerous original compositions, and his signature pieces—such as “Jonetsu Tairiku” and “Etupirka”—are ones you’ve almost certainly heard somewhere.
In addition, he actively produces and co-writes music for other artists.
He is also keen on collaborating with young musicians; his collaborations with Harami-chan, a pianist and YouTuber, and Rie, a street drummer, have garnered significant attention.
Recommended bands, singers, and artists from Osaka Prefecture (61–70)
ObsessedAyumu Imazu
Singer-songwriter Ayumu Imazu, who also has a talent for dance and choreography.
He started dancing at the age of six and, inspired by Bruno Mars’s Super Bowl performance at thirteen, set his sights on becoming a full-fledged artist.
In 2014, he won in both the vocal and dance categories at the GLOBAL JAPAN CHALLENGE hosted by LDH and Avex.
Since then, he has released multiple singles and albums, exploring a wide range of musical genres.
His songs have been featured as themes for TV anime and dramas, and he actively appears in media.
He also performs live frequently, holding numerous shows from 2018 to 2023 in cities such as Osaka and Tokyo.
A rising artist to watch, he captivates audiences with his fusion of music and dance.
NAVY BLUEAiuChi Rina
Rina Aiuchi is a singer from Higashiōsaka, Osaka Prefecture, and this song was released in 2001 as her seventh single.
It was used as the October 2001 theme song for TBS’s “Wonderful,” and it became Rina Aiuchi’s biggest hit.
It is also her first ballad.
Blanket SnowAya, Ami, Shizuka
They are also well known as E-girls, the sister unit of EXILE.
Members Aya, Ami, and Shizuka are from Osaka.
Ami was chosen to perform the Japanese version of the theme song “Try Everything” from the movie Zootopia, which brought her even more attention.