Artists from Yamanashi Prefecture: A roundup of talented bands and singers
Spotlight on Bands and Artists from Yamanashi!Yamanashi is a region that has produced many beloved artists across generations, including Toshihiko Tahara, Shinichi Mori, and Remioromen.In this article, we’ll introduce a wide range of artists from Yamanashi—from well-known bands and singers to locally rooted singer-songwriters, and even groups whose popularity is rapidly rising.Along with their profiles, we also highlight their signature songs, so take this opportunity to give them a listen!
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[Artists from Yamanashi Prefecture] A roundup introduction to talented bands and singers (21–30)
This wonderful worldQwai
Qwai is a four-piece rock band formed in 2006.
They made their major debut in 2010.
All four members—Ryoichi Okubo, Tetsuya Amemiya, Yuta Inoue, and Toshiyuki Nagata—are from Kofu City.
“Subarashii Kono Sekai” is a song included on a limited single released in 2016.
Under the big onionSanpuraza Nakano-kun
“Sunplaza Nakano-kun” is a singer from Kofu City and the vocalist of the rock band Bakufu Slump, which debuted in 1984.
Since Bakufu Slump went on hiatus in 1999, he has been active as a solo artist.
“Okinawa Tamanegi no Shita de” (Under the Big Onion) is a song by Bakufu Slump released in 1989, but it is also included on Sunplaza Nakano-kun’s solo album.
Orionabaranchi
Avalanche is a rock band from Yamanashi Prefecture.
The members are four: vocalist Yohei Chino, guitarist Shuto Masuyama, bassist Yuki Suzuki, and drummer Tetsuya Aoki.
In October 2014, they moved their base of operations from Yamanashi to Tokyo and have been active since.
In November 2018, they released their full album Higanbana to Okitegami (Red Spider Lily and a Letter Left Behind) as their first nationwide distribution.
The song Orion is a track released in 2020 as a venue-limited single—a delicate and beautiful ballad that depicts looking up at the night sky while thinking of someone dear.
King of SolitudeSagano Yuuki
A singer-songwriter from Yamanashi Prefecture who began musical activities in 2005.
They also create music for commercials and background music, and are active as a radio personality on FM Yatsugatake.
“Kodoku no Ōsama” (The Lonely King) is the debut single by Yuuki Sagano, released in 2015.
Daisy RainyJIJIM
JIJIM is a band active mainly around members from Yamanashi Prefecture.
While rooted in rock, their appeal lies in a musical style that blends a variety of genres, including pop and jazz.
They began activities in May 2022 and released their first album, “Root Beer!!!,” in June 2023.
They’re known for tracks like “Karasu Flight,” which earned power-play rotation on more than 10 radio stations nationwide, and “Stand By You,” provided for a commemorative film by Tsuru University.
They also unify all song titles in katakana—a deliberate choice meant to let listeners enjoy free interpretation.
Rainbow RoadKOTA
KOTA, a native of Fujiyoshida City in Yamanashi Prefecture, delivers mellow music where R&B and J-pop blend seamlessly, with his hometown and Tokyo as his main stages.
After capturing listeners’ hearts on TikTok, he topped Spotify’s Viral Chart.
This movement seems to prove that music can reach the whole country even from outside major cities—it’s pretty inspiring, isn’t it? He also has other compelling releases, like the popular track “Love is drugs” and his debut 2022 album B.E.C.
His smooth vocals and down-to-earth lyrics create a world that’s perfect for a chill mood.
Highly recommended if you enjoy R&B that cherishes the nuances of the Japanese language.
CALLINGTHE NO EAR
Formed in 2002 in Kofu, Yamanashi Prefecture, THE NO EAR is a band whose sound fuses the blistering speed of fastcore with shout-along choruses that everyone can join in on.
In 2017, to mark their 15th anniversary, they released the album “…from the Dead Town.” Essentially a best-of collection of their early signature tracks, the release helped spread their name across Japan.
Known for their community-rooted activities—such as organizing the local rock festival GIANT LOOP FES.—their weekend club shows whip crowds into a frenzy.
Their music is perfect for anyone looking to experience a sense of unity through punk rock.