Artists from Tokyo (bands, idols, singer-songwriters, musicians)

When you hear “an artist from Tokyo,” what kind of artist comes to mind?

It’s a little exciting when you discover a favorite band or singer-songwriter from your hometown, isn’t it?

Since Tokyo is the heart of Japan, it’s home to countless famous artists.

From what I’ve researched, there seem to be many rock band vocalists and singer-songwriters with a strong literary flair.

Here, we’re shining a spotlight on a variety of artists from Tokyo!

I hope this helps you discover new music and new favorite artists.

Playlist

Artists from Tokyo (bands, idols, singer-songwriters, musicians)
	Title	Playlist	Review
1	The BeginningTAKA（ONE OK ROCK ）		Taka is the son of a famous singer and is currently the vocalist of ONE OK ROCK.
2	Sakura (Solo)Moriyama Naotaro		Naotaro Moriyama is a singer-songwriter with a unique worldview.
3	HANABISakurai Kazutoshi, Suzuki Hideya (Mr.Children)		Mr.Children is a rock band that represents Japan.
4	dancerVaundy		Vaundy is a versatile artist
5	AnswerIkuta Rira		Introduction to the activities of Ikuta Lila from YOASOBI
6	Come, spring.Matsutōya Yumi		Yumi Matsutoya has produced numerous classic songs, including “Haru yo, Koi.”
7	Lovers — Road (Intersection)Suzuki Masayuki		Masayuki Suzuki is a soul singer who represents Japan.
8	As a personSUPER BEAVER		SUPER BEAVER's activity history
9	milet live tour ”visions” 2022＜for J-LODlive＞milet		milet: a Japanese-English fusion singer with a husky voice
10	Stand by me, Stand by you.Hirai Dai		Dai Hirai is a singer who connects Hawaii and Tokyo
11	Theory of the Mindful HeartNoda Yojiro (RADWIMPS)		Introduction to Yojiro Noda, vocalist of RADWIMPS
12	A Cruel Angel’s ThesisTakahashi Yoko		Yoko Takahashi’s musical activities for the Evangelion theme song
13	dogwood (flowering dogwood)Hitoto Yo		Yo Hitoto is a singer born in Taiwan who sings with distinctive poetry.
14	To Hikarimiwa		miwa is a multi-talented performer
15	DESIRE -Passion-Nakamori Akina		Debut and Career of Akina Nakamori
16	Ninjari Ban Bankyarī pamyu pamyu		Kyary Pamyu Pamyu’s Activities and Appeal
17	Golden MoonSuga Shikao		Shikao Suga is a popular funky rock singer.
18	YouKawabata Kaname (CHEMISTRY)		Kaname Kawabata is a member of CHEMISTRY and has also found success as a solo artist.
19	ButterflyKimura Kaera		Kaela Kimura is popular as both a model and a singer.
20	things that have formShibasaki Kou		Introduction to Kou Shibasaki’s work as an actress and singer
21	Effeminate; overly sentimental; being clingy/whiny (context-dependent)Gōruden Bonbā		Introduction to the activities of Golden Bomber’s Sho Kiryuin
22	I love you, but I can’t love you.AAA		Misako Uno of AAA is from Tokyo.
23	Sentimental KissShio Reira		Reira Shio, a rising new artist gaining attention for her unique music
24	My feelingsWaT		Wentz and Koike duo disbandment
25	The One and Only Flower in the WorldSMAP		SMAP The Only Flower In The World
26	Magnificent V!CTORYSUPER☆GiRLS		Avex-affiliated female idol group
27	Mazinger ZMizuki Ichirō		An established status as an anime song singer
28	I’m proudKahara Tomomi		An artist from Koto City with many million-selling songs
29	Like when we first metEvery Little Thing		Kaori Mochida is the vocalist of ELT. After working as a child actor, she debuted as part of a three-person group.
30	For the First Time in ForeverKanda Sayaka		Sayaka Kanda is thriving in a variety of fields
31	Mannequin in a uniformNogizaka 46		Nogizaka46 debuted as a rival to AKB48.
32	ContrastTOMOO		TOMOO's music is close to the heart.
33	From here onkepura		Kepla is a rock band full of youthful vibes.
34	acneshiritsu ebisu chūgaku		There are many Ebichu members from Tokyo.
35	sentimentalyutori		Yutori launches full-scale activities in response to the buzz
36	Cinderella HoneymoonIwasaki Hiromi		From Fukagawa; won the grand prize on Star Tanjō! (Star Is Born)
37	Blown by the yellow sandKudō Shizuka		Married Takuya Kimura and became a mother of two.
38	Denden Passiondenpagumi.inc		Dempagumi is a female idol group originating from Akihabara.
39	240 Million EyesGō Hiromi		Belonged to Johnny & Associates, active as part of the “New Big Three.”
40	Swim, Taiyaki-kunShimon Masato		One of the Big Three of anime song singers
41	Space Battleship Yamatosasaki isao		A singer known as the Great King of the anime song world
42	You are the melody.AKB48		AKB48 members from Tokyo