[Japanese Music] A Collection of Cool Band Names [Naming]
If you’re searching for a “cool band name,” does that mean you’re struggling to name the band you just formed?
It’s hard to find words that really click, isn’t it?
For you—and for anyone simply hunting for bands they might like—here’s a feature article themed around “cool band names.”
Of course, “cool” is subjective, so everyone’s sense of it will differ.
Keeping that in mind, we hope you’ll check out the lineup.
Still, let me say this loud and clear: they’re cool.
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[Japanese Music] Cool Band Name Ideas [Naming] (11–20)
Gokusai | I G L (S)ROTH BART BARON
A Tokyo-based band that nimbly moves along the boundary between indie rock and folk.
Formed in 2008 by Masaya Mifune and Tetsuya Nakahara, they have captivated many listeners with songs that are both ethereal and powerful.
The band’s name comes from a character in Tchaikovsky’s ballet Swan Lake.
Its beauty and strength perfectly reflect the musical identity of ROTH BART BARON.
Introspective yet expansive, their sound is ideal for listeners seeking a quietly stirring experience.
TRAINING DAYXmas Eileen
A rock band with a broad musical range spanning from pop punk to post-hardcore.
The band name is pronounced “Christmas Eileen,” reportedly inspired by their practice of distributing food and supplies to people experiencing homelessness in Osaka’s Nishinari Ward, in the Airin district, every Christmas Day.
They began activities in the 2010s and drew attention with emotionally rich lyrics and a powerful sound.
Many of their songs address social issues and personal struggles, and their live performances are highly regarded.
Xmas Eileen delivers messages of hope through their music—highly recommended for those seeking heartfelt tracks that resonate with young people living in the modern age.
forget-me-notAwesome City Club
The coolness of the Japanese pop band Awesome City Club is reflected in their musicianship.
Formed in the spring of 2013, they made their debut in 2015 under Victor Entertainment.
They’ve gained attention for their distinctive sound that fuses a wide range of genres, including pop, rock, soul, and R&B.
The band’s name comes from their aim to create a collective where each member’s individuality shines through, like a school club activity.
It’s also said to embody their desire to revive city pop for the modern era.
They’re a great recommendation for anyone seeking new forms of music.
Crystal GageGARNET CROW
GARNET CROW is a band whose name plays on the gemstone garnet—known for its deep crimson color—and their aim to create music with depth.
They captivated many fans with their unique musical style, highlighted by Yuri Nakamura’s powerful yet gentle vocals and AZUKI Nana’s lyrics brimming with keen insight.
Known for a reserved approach to media appearances, they maintained a “music-first” philosophy up until their disbandment in 2013.
They’re a recommended band for those drawn to a sound world woven from melodies influenced by classical music and experimental sonic textures.
Chase the Light!Fear, and Loathing in Las Vegas
As their name—taken from the original title of the 1998 film Fear and Loathing in Las Vegas—suggests, this post-hardcore band has drawn attention for its unconventional musical style.
Formed in 2008, they provided a TV anime theme song in 2011 and reached No.
8 on the Oricon charts with their mini-album NEXTREME.
Their distinctive sound blends trance elements with Auto-Tuned vocals and synthesizers, fusing Japanese-style melodies with the aesthetics of overseas artists.
In 2015, they successfully headlined a solo concert at the Nippon Budokan, steadily expanding their popularity.
They’re the perfect band for those seeking a freewheeling sound unconstrained by genre.
Onceaibii karaa
Ivy to Color is a piano rock band from Osaka.
Their name comes from “ivy,” meaning eternal love, and “color,” meaning a sender or transmitter.
It carries the idea of powerfully conveying delicate, heartrending emotions—pretty cool, right? They began activities in February 2016 and released their first nationally distributed album, “Kimi ga Omoide ni Naru Koro,” in September 2017.
With a unique style that fuses beautiful piano melodies with rock sounds, they move listeners deeply.
Since April 2023, the lineup has consisted solely of vocalist-guitarist Atsushi Satake, but it remains a perfect band for those drawn to a blend of delicate emotional expression and powerful sound.
[J-Pop/Rock] Collection of Cool Band Names [Naming] (21–30)
LOVE PHANTOMB’z
A two-member rock unit that has produced numerous million-selling tracks and was recognized by Guinness World Records in 2008 as the “best-selling album artist in Japan.” Their rock sound—infused with respect for Western artists—and universally relatable, message-driven lyrics captivate listeners across generations.
Although their unit name was chosen because “something like a modern symbol would be good,” there are also many supposed origin stories—answers the members tossed out casually in past interviews—which makes for the kind of cool anecdotes you’d expect from rock musicians.
It’s a name that’s unforgettable after a single listen—catchy and outstanding—one that will go down in the history of Japanese rock.
