Bands, artists, and singers from Saga Prefecture
Saga Prefecture is located in the northwestern part of Kyushu.
Blessed with abundant nature and facing the sea, it’s also famous as a production area for ceramics and porcelain, represented by Arita, Karatsu, and Imari.
In this article, we’ll introduce artists, band members, and enka singers who call Saga their hometown.
This content is especially recommended for those currently living in Saga Prefecture.
When someone is from the same place as you, it creates a sense of familiarity, doesn’t it?
You might even discover some surprising connections—“Wait, they’re from here too!?”
Be sure to read to the end!
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Bands, artists, and singers from Saga Prefecture (11–20)
Parasol PoemMori Miyuki
Miyuki Mori, who is active as a singer and TV personality, is from Saga City in Saga Prefecture.
She served as the 15th “Uta no Onee-san” on NHK’s Okaasan to Issho.
“Higasa no Uta” is a song that aired on NHK’s Minna no Uta, and other songs such as “Chichin-Pui-Pui” and “Iroha Matsuri” were also broadcast.
PARADISE is OVERKatayama Sayuri
Sayuri Katayama, who is active as a singer and actress, is from Imari City in Saga Prefecture.
She made her debut as a singer with the single “PARADISE is OVER,” and the title track was used as the ending theme for the PlayStation 2 game Steady×Study.
When we wake up togetherTanaka Hirokuni (MAMALAID RAG)
Hirokuni Tanaka, the vocalist of the rock band MAMALAID RAG formed in 2002, is from Ogi City, Saga Prefecture.
Their exquisitely balanced sound—both stylish and unpretentious—and Tanaka’s gentle singing voice, said to be influenced by Eiichi Ohtaki, are especially appealing.
The title track of their major-label debut mini-album, “Harusame Dōchū,” was aired on FM radio stations across the country, and several subsequent singles were used as CM songs for NTT Docomo Kyushu.
Currently, due to member departures, MAMALAID RAG functions as Hirokuni Tanaka’s solo project.
A Member of the Fire BrigadeTashiro Masashi (Rattsu & Sutā)
Masashi Tashiro, who was active as a member of the music band Rats & Star, is from Saga Prefecture.
When the group was formed, they performed under the name Chanels, but later changed it to Rats & Star.
Their 10th single, “Megumi no Hito,” was their first single after becoming Rats & Star.
Just a little…Uchiyama Keita (Keitaku)
Keita Uchiyama, who performs as part of the folk duo Keitaku, is from Saga Prefecture.
Before their major debut, they appeared on the “On Air Battle: Vocal Edition,” where they were so popular that they consistently ranked near the top.
Their song “A Little…” was selected as the theme song for the drama “LOVE ASIA: To the Sea Where Petals Dance.”
Beyond TimeMatsuyuki Yasuko
Actress Yasuko Matsuyuki is from Tosu City, Saga Prefecture.
She has also worked as a singer in the past, releasing 10 singles and 4 albums.
“Toki o Koete” was used as the opening theme for the TV anime Kaitou Saint Tail.
Bands, artists, and singers from Saga Prefecture (21–30)
Queen of the NightKanoerana
Kanoerana is a singer-songwriter brimming with musical talent who grew up in Karatsu City, Saga Prefecture.
With her unique perspective and catchy melodies, she made her major debut in 2016 and has continued to rise in the music scene, leveraging her self-production skills.
She began her musical activities at the age of 14, and her studies at Music Juku Voice Fukuoka had a significant impact on her later career.
Starting in 2015, the 30-second self-accompanied videos she posted on Twitter drew a huge response, leading to her appearance at the Inazuma Rock Fes that same year.
While rooted in J-pop, her inventive songs incorporate elements of anime and games, capturing the hearts of many fans, especially younger audiences.
Her live performances, centered on a self-accompanied style, radiate a captivating presence, and her proactive engagement on social media is also one of her charms.
She’s an artist highly recommended for those who love anime and appreciate a distinctive, individualistic worldview.