Musicians, singers, and bands from Shiga Prefecture
When you think of artists from Shiga Prefecture, home to Lake Biwa—the largest lake in Japan—who comes to mind? For many, the first name that pops up is probably Takanori Nishikawa, who also serves as a Shiga Hometown Tourism Ambassador.
But of course, Shiga has produced many artists across genres like J-pop, rock, and hip-hop beyond just him.
In this article, we’ll introduce a wide range of musicians from Shiga, spanning genres and covering everyone from top-tier mainstream singers to up-and-coming indie bands.
We’ll feature each artist along with one of their signature songs, so enjoy exploring them together!
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Musicians, singers, and bands from Shiga Prefecture (41–50)
I’ve been waiting impatiently.mizuki mai
Mizuki Mai is an enka singer from Aichigawa (now Aisho), Echi District, Shiga Prefecture.
In 2013, she was appointed a Shiga Prefecture Hometown Traffic Safety Ambassador.
In 2014, she released the single “Machiwabite,” with “Biwa-ko Shuko no Uta” included as the coupling track.
Musicians, Singers, and Bands from Shiga Prefecture (51–60)
SonatinaSago’i Mariko
Mariko Sago’i, a singer-songwriter from and currently living in Moriyama City, Shiga Prefecture, began her career in 2005.
Introduced to music by her mother at the age of three, she went on to attend a music vocational school and expanded her activities as a singer-songwriter by creating numerous image songs.
With a gentle yet powerful voice and catchy piano playing that stands shoulder to shoulder with her vocals, she is an artist whose music soothes listeners and gives them a push forward.
Her hobby of making accessories has also flourished; at her live shows, fans can purchase her handmade accessories, phone straps, pin badges, and eco-bags, making her a musician known for a warm atmosphere and a close connection with her audience.
In conclusion
We’ve introduced a whole lineup of artists from Shiga Prefecture.
From musicians who are synonymous with Shiga to hugely popular rock bands and singer-songwriters, there were so many! Hopefully you’ve rediscovered the charms of Shiga!