So unique! An artist and singer from Saitama
When you hear “an artist from Saitama,” does anyone immediately come to mind? Even when it’s about an artist you love, it can be surprising to learn, “Whoa, they’re from there!” From household-name legends to famous actors and actresses who have also made their mark as singers… Finding an artist from your hometown gives you a little thrill, doesn’t it? Saitama has produced many artists, including Gen Hoshino, who is now a national star, and many more besides! I hope this article helps you discover new music and artists to love.
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So distinctive! Artists and singers from Saitama (ages 61–70)
BOY MEETS GIRLCHIHARU
CHIHARU, the dance member of TRF—the vocalist/DJ/dancer unit that was active in the ’90s—is known for her powerful dancing with her straight hair swinging as she moves.
She has worked on choreography and concert productions for numerous artists, including Namie Amuro, Shizuka Kudo, and Ayumi Hamasaki.
Currently, she is also devoted to nurturing the next generation of dancers, expanding dance schools nationwide.
Last SongYoshioka Hidetaka
Hidetaka Yoshioka is an actor and musician from Warabi City, Saitama Prefecture.
This song was released in 1994 as his debut single.
The lyrics and music were written by Hidetaka Yoshioka himself, and it was used as the theme song for the Toho/Fuji TV co-produced film Last Song.
It became his biggest hit.
Dreaming Of YouUno Takeshi
Takeshi Uno, known as the former bassist of ART-SCHOOL, is an artist from Tsurugashima City in Saitama Prefecture.
After leaving ART-SCHOOL in 2011, he also worked as a studio musician, providing live support and recording for artists such as JUJU, Superfly, and LiSA.
More recently, he has been active as a member of the bands QUADRANGLE and GOLIATH.
FriendsOdawara Yutaka
Friends by REBECCA, released in 1985.
With its bittersweet melody and lyrics, it captured the hearts of young people and became a massive hit.
It vividly sings about the emotional swings and feelings everyone experiences during adolescence, making it one of REBECCA’s signature songs.
With vocalist NOKKO’s husky voice and her small yet powerful presence, you could say they were one of the defining bands of the 1980s.
Good LoveTakahashi Yumiko
Yumiko Takahashi is a 1990s idol and actress from Ōmiya, Saitama Prefecture, and this song was released in 1993 as her 10th single.
It was used as the theme song for her first starring role in a serialized drama, “Onegai Darling!” which aired on the Fuji TV network, and it reached No.
17 on the Oricon Weekly Singles Chart.
Ultra Music PowerInoo Kei
Kei Inoo of Hey! Say! JUMP is from Iruma City, Saitama Prefecture, and this song was released in 2007 as Hey! Say! JUMP’s debut single.
It was used as the image song for Fuji TV’s Volleyball World Cup 2007 and reached number one on the Oricon Weekly Singles Chart.
flamekanmuri jiro
Jun Jiro is an enka singer from Chichibu City, Saitama Prefecture, and this song was released in 1992.
A line from the chorus became popular, changing the image of “enka” and winning support from young people.
With this song, he performed at the 43rd NHK Kouhaku Uta Gassen in 1992.