Craftsman spirit!? An artist from Shizuoka. Special feature on bands, singers, and idols.
Who comes to mind when you hear about artists from Shizuoka? Sometimes it’s surprising to learn, “Oh, really? I didn’t know that!” From veteran artists everyone knows to multi-talented celebrities… Finding someone from your hometown gives you a little thrill, doesn’t it? Shizuoka is home to many artists, from core members of popular bands to highly skilled up-and-coming musicians! Feel free to use this article to discover some wonderful artists.
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Craftsman spirit!? An artist from Shizuoka. Special feature on bands, singers, and idols (31–40)
Kiss me right nowHirakawa Tatsuya (LINDBERG)
Tatsuya Hirakawa, the guitarist for the rock band LINDBERG, is from Hamamatsu City in Shizuoka Prefecture.
Their second single, “Ima sugu Kiss Me,” was chosen as the theme song for the Fuji TV drama “Sekai de Ichiban Kimi ga Suki!” and became their first and biggest hit.
FreedomNAOKI（LOVE PSYCHEDELICO）
NAOKI, the guitarist of LOVE PSYCHEDELICO, is from Shizuoka Prefecture.
LOVE PSYCHEDELICO had a style unlike anything before, so when they emerged it was a shock—and they were really cool.
NAOKI is currently also producing THE BAWDIES.
Whereabouts of TomorrowAsada Shinichi (SMILE)
Shinichi Asada, the vocalist and guitarist of the five-member rock band SMILE, is from Hamamatsu City in Shizuoka Prefecture.
Their debut single, “Ashita no Yukue,” was selected as the ending theme for TBS’s COUNT DOWN TV and reached a peak position of 39 on the Oricon chart.
Turkish Smile (Noodle. Edit)Ishino Takkyu
Takkyu Ishino, a member of Denki Groove, showcases his versatile talents by producing music events and artists both in Japan and abroad.
In particular, his ongoing leadership of Japan’s techno scene has been highly acclaimed at WIRE, the techno festival that has continued since 1998.
His candid remarks also draw significant attention from many fans and social media users, making his future activities not to be missed.
I love you more than anyone.Tiara
Tiara, who works as a singer-songwriter, is from Hamamatsu City in Shizuoka Prefecture.
In 2010, she was appointed a goodwill ambassador (Yaramaika Ambassador) for Hamamatsu City, Shizuoka.
“Dare Yori Suki na noni” is included on her first album, “Message for you,” and was used as the ending theme for the Nippon TV program “Poshure Department Late-Night Store.”
Craftsman spirit!? An artist from Shizuoka. Special feature on bands, singers, and idols (41–50)
loadHonma Toshiyuki (moto THE Toraburyu)
Toshiyuki Honma, a former member of THE Torajiryu who played guitar and keyboards, is from Shimizu Ward, Shizuoka City, Shizuoka Prefecture (formerly Shimizu City).
He left the band around 2010 and is currently performing live in the indie scene.
“Road” is THE Torajiryu’s signature song, and in 2006 it was used as the theme song for Shizuoka Prefecture’s anti-drunk-driving campaign commercial.
To the City of RainbowsTakano Hiroshi
Hiroshi Takano, who broke through with “Niji no Miyako” (City of Rainbows), is from Mishima City in Shizuoka Prefecture.
He has collaborated with various musicians, produced, and provided songs, so his activities might not always appear to be front and center, but he seems to be energetically active in music himself, releasing albums and performing live.