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 of talented bands and singers | |||
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| show_chart | Title | Playlist | Review |
| 1east | All of the YouthShimura Masahiko | play_arrow | Masahiko Shimura’s music from Fujifabric |
| 2east | White WindShintarō | play_arrow | National debut with “White Wind,” a Mount Fuji–themed piece. |
| 3east | powder snowRemioromen | play_arrow | A band from Yamanashi, famous for their signature song “Konayuki.” |
| 4east | Hold Me TonightTahara Toshihiko | play_arrow | Toshi-chan thrives as an idol singer. |
| 5east | Island SongTHE BOOM | play_arrow | THE BOOM popularized Okinawan music nationwide. |
| 6east | To tell you the truth,kayayu- (yangusukinii) | play_arrow | Young Skinny, a rock band popular among young people |
| 7east | Every day is a good dayFujimaki Ryota | play_arrow | Ryota Fujimaki, former vocalist of Remioromen, currently pursuing a solo career |
| 8east | MotherMori Shinichi | play_arrow | Enka singer Shinichi Mori, 48 appearances on Kōhaku |
| 9east | Blueberry Nightshattori (makaroni enpitsu) | play_arrow | The rock band Macaroni Empitsu, popular among young people |
| 10east | The Door of SmilesMiura Tomokazu | play_arrow | Tomokazu Miura, the handsome actor from Kōshū |
| 11east | Wave feat. C.O.S.A.Dangaryu | play_arrow | Rapper Dengaryu, a musician from Yamanashi |
| 12east | I have to live on tomorrow too.OUTLAW | play_arrow | OUTLAW, a rock band from the Southern Alps |
| 13east | Cute Girlfriendsyudou | play_arrow | syudou’s music reflects society |
| 14east | Just because, you know.matsuri | play_arrow | Matsuri, a local singer-songwriter popular on social media |
| 15east | Spear and ShieldMakita Supōtsu | play_arrow | Makita Sports fuses music and comedy |
| 16east | self-sufficient (in love) / someone who’s good at being aloneHanaya | play_arrow | The absolute pitch singer, Kaya, makes her major debut. |
| 17east | HellolandLotta(MOS) | play_arrow | Local-born tenor saxophonist active on the world stage |
| 18east | A Song for Youerica | play_arrow | A female singer from Yamanashi known for popular love songs |
| 19east | If this is the abyss, then you are an angel.Kira Tomohiko | play_arrow | Tomohiko Kira of ZABADAK, a composer who was active in music. |
| 20east | Snow Falling in OkinawaMiyazawa Kazufumi | play_arrow | Kazufumi Miyazawa is a musician from Yamanashi. |
| 21east | MemorySTAY ON SOLID | play_arrow | A rock band from Yamanashi, struggling through music and running an inn |
| 22east | This wonderful worldQwai | play_arrow | Rock band “Qwai” from Kofu |
| 23east | Under the big onionSanpuraza Nakano-kun | play_arrow | Nakano-kun is the vocalist of the rock band Bakufu Slump. |
| 24east | Orionabaranchi | play_arrow | A rock band from Yamanashi with moving songs. |
| 25east | King of SolitudeSagano Yuuki | A singer-songwriter from Yamanashi, currently active. | |
| 26east | Daisy RainyJIJIM | play_arrow | The Appeal of JIJIM, a Rock Band from Yamanashi |
| 27east | Rainbow RoadKOTA | play_arrow | A person from the countryside gains nationwide popularity in R&B. |
| 28east | CALLINGTHE NO EAR | play_arrow | A passionate punk rock band from Yamanashi |
| 29east | never wake upwarcry | play_arrow | The challenge of the Kofu-born rock band warcry |
| 30east | dateSaitō Sōma | play_arrow | Voice actor and singer Soma Saito: a uniquely expressive music career |
| 31east | All up to UHosoda Ramu | play_arrow | A singer from the Avex School, a highly skilled artist |
| 32east | Seeds of “Like”Sabata Aika | play_arrow | AKB48’s Ayaka Sahohama’s catchphrase is attractive. |
| 33east | Self-portrait of an invisible manFuji no an | play_arrow | Fujino An's 2nd single |
| 34east | Song of YouthFIVE PEACE | play_arrow | A rock band from local Kofu that stays true to its convictions |
| 35east | UniteMisawa Sachika | play_arrow | Voice actress and singer from Yamanashi, Sachika Misawa, makes her debut. |
| 36east | Letter Without an AddresseeOno Meguri | play_arrow | The journey of wartime singer Meguru Ono |
| 37east | Under this EarthIshihara Shinichi | play_arrow | A singer and voice actor known for anime theme songs |
| 38east | Koorogi Bridgefuefuki momoka | play_arrow | Momoka Fuefuki, an enka singer from Yamanashi |
| 39east | Mt. Fuji is Japan’s mother.Mochizuki Gorō | play_arrow | Composer from Yamanashi, produced many pieces |
| 40east | Rain in the heart.Nagata Anna (Aida Anna) | play_arrow | Anna Nagata from Yamanashi, known for her powerful singing voice |
| 41east | Precious MelodyOhtaki Yuko | play_arrow | The career of Yuko Ohtaki, a singer from Yamanashi |
| 42east | Kofu Station North Exit CinemaIzumi Shota | play_arrow | Shota Izumi, an enka singer from Kofu |
| 43east | I miss youKobayashi Kiyomi | play_arrow | Kiyomi Kobayashi, a singer from Yamanashi |
| 44east | Royal Space Force: The Wings of Honneamise ~Remember Me Again~Tou no Sayumi | play_arrow | Idol singer’s debut single remains unreleased |
| 45east | Kiss me on the cheek.Mizukoshi Keiko | play_arrow | A singer from Yamanashi, known for the hit song “Kiss Me on the Cheek.” |
| 46east | Snow-Weeping TsugaruShimizu Mariko | play_arrow | Mariko Shimizu, an enka singer from Kofu |
| 47east | What you wantTanaka Akira | play_arrow | Akira Tanaka, an enka singer from Showa Town |
| 48east | Your BluesYabuki Ken | play_arrow | Husky-voiced singer wins the grand prize with debut single |
| 49east | Wonderful LieKomeiji Hiroya | play_arrow | A singer-songwriter from Yamanashi who performs with acoustic guitar and vocals (solo accompaniment). |
| 50east | A thousand flowers, a thousand skiesKiyota Manami | play_arrow | Singer Manami Kiyota from Hokuto City makes her debut |


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