Bands, artists, and singers from Shikoku
When you think of bands and artists from Shikoku, who comes to mind?
Many people probably think of Chatmonchy, a flagship all-girl band, or the singer-songwriter Kenshi Yonezu.
But bands and artists from Shikoku aren’t limited to just them!
From up-and-coming singer-songwriters to incredibly skilled vocalists, the region has produced a wealth of popular artists.
In this article, we’ll introduce a wide range of artists from Shikoku, so let’s dive right in!
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- Passionate bands, artists, and singers from Ehime Prefecture
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Bands, artists, and singers from Shikoku (21–30)
Eighth note breathhime kyun furūtsu kan
Hime Kyun Fruit Can is a local idol group from Ehime Prefecture.
Formed in 2010, they made their CD debut in 2011.
Dubbed the “strongest local idol,” they made their major-label debut with Tokuma Japan in 2013.
Their songs often have a rock flavor, and their performances are known for their power.
They have released 13 singles, 6 albums, and 1 best-of album, and they actively streamed live performances on YouTube.
They held regular shows at Matsuyama Kitty Hall and promoted Ehime’s culture and tourism.
While enjoying nationwide popularity, they remained rooted in their hometown activities.
They’re a recommended group for anyone who wants to share the appeal of Ehime through music.
Song of HeroesŌishi Masayoshi (Sound Schedule)
Masayoshi Oishi is active across a range of roles—lyricist, composer, and singer-songwriter—creating music in a variety of genres.
As the vocalist and guitarist of Sound Schedule, Oishi hails from Uwajima City in Ehime Prefecture.
He made his major debut in 2001 as a member of Sound Schedule with the single “Hoeru Inu to Kimi.” Although the band disbanded once in 2006, they reunited in 2011.
Starting in 2014, under the name Masayoshi Oishi (stylized as “OISHI MASAYOSHI” in Japanese: オーイシマサヨシ), he began producing music for anime and game content and appearing on related programs.
Songs he has created under both names—Masayoshi Oishi and OISHI MASAYOSHI—have been widely used as tie-ins across many contexts.
PLEDGEkai (the GazettE)
This song is by the popular rock band the GazettE.
The band’s drummer, Kai, is from Tokushima Prefecture.
Since this track is a calm ballad, I highly recommend it not only to rock fans but also to a wider audience.
Circus NightNanao Tabito
Tavito Nanao is an exceptionally original singer-songwriter who approaches music from various angles across different genres to create songs and more.
Born in Kochi City, Kochi Prefecture, he made his major debut in 1998 with the single “Omoide Over Drive.” A year later, he joined Takeshi Kobayashi’s label, but after the label was dissolved, he continued working as an independent artist.
He has made a life’s work of projects such as the solo, voice-and-guitar series “Uta no Jiko” (Song Accident) and “Hyakunin Kumite,” in which he engages in improvisational showdowns with every co-performer, focusing his activities mainly on festivals and events.
His gentle vocals layered over melodies from a wide range of genres create a uniquely distinctive world of sound.
NEXT LEVELYU-KI（TRF）
YU-KI, the lead vocalist of the five-member music group TRF, is from Shikokuchuo City in Ehime Prefecture.
She has also released solo singles, and “NEXT LEVEL” was used as the opening theme for the TV Asahi tokusatsu drama Kamen Rider Kabuto.
Unfit to be a loverMiyuhan
Miyuhan is a multi-talented creator with many roles, including singer-songwriter, voice actor, model, and designer.
Calling herself a “socially awkward singer-songwriter,” she handled the ending theme for the 2017 anime Kemono Friends and also appeared in the show as a voice actor.
One month later, she made her major-label debut with the mini album Jiko Schema.
Her vocals are characterized by a soft, enveloping quality.
Since Kemono Friends, her songs have repeatedly been selected as anime theme tracks, and she has continued to perform as a voice actor in anime as well.
SWEAROkamura Kento, Fukushima Yuu (Half-Life)
Half-Life is a three-piece rock band based in Shibuya.
The vocalist-bassist Kento Okamura and the vocalist-drummer Yuu Fukushima are also from Tokushima Prefecture.
They formed the band in Canada in 2000 and expanded to Japan in 2005.
After making their indie debut in 2009, they drew attention and soon made their major-label debut.
They have many refreshing, fast-paced songs, so if that’s your style, be sure to check them out.
