Artists from Toyama Prefecture (bands, idols, singer-songwriters, musicians)

A Vocaloid producer who is also a music writerAraki Jakkan
I’ve worked in a variety of roles—regardless of pro or amateur settings—including live event PA, cameraman for video and photography, restaurant staff, and logistics center staff. I now spend my days as a part-time writer. I’ve contributed to music and manga websites with feature/review articles, and wrote the liner notes included as a bonus for 1st PLACE Inc.’s “IA SUPER BEST.” As for my music background, I started playing guitar in junior high and focused on band activities during my school years. For over 15 years since then, up to the present, I’ve continued releasing original tracks as a Vocaloid producer. My areas of expertise are Japanese rock, Vocaloid, and manga.
POPS writer/editorKEI
Since discovering music during my school days, I’ve mainly listened to Japanese and Korean pop. I have experience writing articles for sites like Utaten. 2000s J-pop and 2010s K-pop were especially the soundtrack of my youth. With the mindset that “good is good,” I enjoy music across genres. Thanks to past work environments and their influence, I was exposed to lots of classic rock and kayōkyoku (Japanese popular songs), which may have broadened the scope of what I love. At RAG MUSIC, I currently focus on K-pop and J-pop. I strive to edit with a feel for the scene and an eye for hit potential.

When you hear “an artist from Toyama,” who comes to mind?

It’s exciting to discover musicians from your hometown—whether they’re singers active in the J-pop scene, singer-songwriters, rock bands, and more!

And beyond music, Toyama has produced many distinctive figures, such as manga artist Fujiko F.

Fujio and YouTuber Hajime Syacho.

While researching, I also came across some surprising discoveries that made me think, “Oh, really?!”

I’d be thrilled if this could be a chance for you to discover the charm of Toyama, as well as new favorite music and artists you’ll love.

Artists from Toyama Prefecture <bands, idols, singer-songwriters, musicians> (ages 31–40)

STARTING OVERYamada Jorin (Aoyama ☆ Sei Hachamecha Haisukūru)

Aoyama☆Holy Chaotic High School’s True Face, Part 2: “STARTING OVER” Future Standard Song #54

STARTING OVERYamada Jorin (Aoyama ☆ Sei Hachamecha Haisukūru)

Yamada Korin, who was active as a member of the idol group Mecha-High♡, is from Toyama Prefecture.

Yamada was part of the first generation and had been active since the group’s formation, graduating in 2014.

The 4th single, “STARTING OVER,” was the last single she participated in before her graduation.

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Ready GoMI-YU

MI-YU – Ready Go

Ready GoMI-YU

MI-YU, who is active as a singer, is from Toyama Prefecture.

She mainly performs in the Hokuriku region and has won numerous prizes and grand awards in various competitions.

She has been featured by many local media outlets and is attracting attention.

“Ready Go” is included on the album MI-YU.

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Otsun Soku DASH!Vienolossi

[OFFICIAL] Vienolossi 'Oton Soku DASH' (TIF2015)

Otsun Soku DASH!Vienolossi

The members of Vienolossi, a local idol group from Toyama Prefecture, are all from Toyama.

The group’s name, Vienolossi, is a play on “Bieroshi,” which is “shiro-ebi” (white shrimp), a specialty of Toyama, read backwards.

“Otsunsoku DASH!” was released as their third single.

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To the lovely city of 47Hashimoto Haruna (AKB48)

[MV] To the 47 Wonderful Towns (Team 8) Short ver. / AKB48 [Official]

To the lovely city of 47Hashimoto Haruna (AKB48)

Haruna Hashimoto, who is active as a member of the idol group AKB48, is from Toyama Prefecture.

She has been active as a Team 8 member since 2014.

Her first participation in a single was the song “47 no Suteki na Machi e,” included on the theater edition of the 37th single “Kokoro no Placard.”

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In conclusion

We’ve introduced many artists from Toyama Prefecture so far! You probably discovered some new facts that made you think, “Oh, really?” Finding out that a celebrity is from your hometown gives you a sense of familiarity, doesn’t it? For those aiming to become musicians themselves, it can definitely be encouraging.

Be sure to explore the many charms of artists from Toyama Prefecture.