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Recommended female vocalists for anime songs

Editor-in-Chief, RAG MUSICKeisuke Hane
Editor-in-chief of RAG MUSIC. JFC-certified fact-checker. After working in a music studio and handling wedding sound, joined the RAG MUSIC editorial team in 2016. Experienced with a variety of instruments: marching band in elementary school, clarinet in junior high school wind ensemble, and drums in a band from high school onward. Drawing on my own musical activities and the experience gained through my work, I produce daily articles, including various song introductions, features on music festivals around the country, and live reports. In music, I enjoy not only rock from Japan and abroad but, lately, a wide range of J-pop as well.

There are so many anime songs that it’s hard to know where to start, right?

Especially if you’re not very familiar with them, there are TV anime opening themes, ending themes, movie title songs—so many that it’s easy to get lost deciding what to listen to first.

So in this article, we’ll introduce some popular and recommended female vocalists from the vast world of anime music.

Whether you’re just starting to listen now or you’re looking for anime songs with female vocals, this is for you!

Hope you find a new favorite artist.

Recommended female vocalists for anime songs (41–50)

Sky-Blue DaysShoko Nakagawa

Shoko Nakagawa “Sorairo Days” music video

Sorairo Days Shoko Nakagawa

This is Shoko Nakagawa, a multi-talented entertainer known by her nickname Shokotan.

In addition to her work as a singer, she is active as a TV personality, actress, and voice actress not only in Japan but around the world, so I think there are hardly any people across generations who don’t know her.

As a singer, she performs many anime songs, and she appears on programs that introduce children’s anime and games, so she is truly active across a wide range of fields, including manga, illustration, and cosplay.

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You & MeYukari Tamura

Yukari Tamura feat. m.o.v.e’s motsu / You & Me (short ver.)

You & Me Yukari Tamura

Known affectionately as Yukarin, Yukari Tamura has voiced roles in many anime such as Higurashi: When They Cry and HUGtto! Precure.

She is also active as a singer, mainly performing energetic, upbeat songs, and for series like Magical Girl Lyrical Nanoha, she not only appeared as a voice actress but also handled the theme songs.

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CrescendoASTERISM

ASTERISM – Crescendo, TV anime “The Unfavorable Job: Appraiser Was Actually the Strongest” opening theme

CrescendoASTERISM

ASTERISM, who champion “Mass Metal,” a fusion of meticulously constructed heavy metal and their unique pop sensibility.

This release marks their first anime tie-in song and a new challenge that incorporates vocals.

Centered on themes of self-trust and growth, it powerfully conveys the importance of overcoming hardships and moving forward.

The track will be available for pre-release streaming on January 24, 2025, with the CD release on March 5.

It has been selected as the opening theme for the TV anime “The Unfortunate Job: Appraiser Was Actually the Strongest,” and the song aligns seamlessly with the anime’s world.

It’s a perfect track for anyone who wants to believe in themselves and keep pushing ahead.

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Togetsukyo ~Thinking of You~Mai Kuraki

Togetsukyo ~Thinking of You~ Mai Kuraki (Full)

Togetsukyo ~Thinking of You~ Mai Kuraki

Mai Kuraki has been active not only as a singer but also in a wide range of roles, including as a lyricist and a visiting associate professor at Ritsumeikan University.

Her music, which incorporates elements of R&B and kayōkyoku, along with her distinctive whispery voice, are major attractions.

Speaking of her connection to anime songs, her tie-ins with Detective Conan are particularly memorable.

She has performed many theme songs for the TV series and films, and even released a best-of album compiling them, which shows the depth of her relationship and involvement with the franchise.

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PasswordAina the End

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Aikotoba Aina: The End

Aina the End, who made her name as a member of BiSH and has since flourished as a solo artist—including starring in the film “The Echo of a Song”—delivers a compelling medium-tempo ballad.

Chosen as the ending theme for the anime “The Apothecary Diaries,” the song was written by Huwie Ishizaki, and it feels like their emotional strengths intertwine.

Aina’s particularly straightforward vocal delivery here strikes a chord.

It’s a song that will stay by your side when you struggle to put your feelings into words or when you’re taking a new step forward.

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flameLiSA

LiSA “Homura” -MUSIC CLIP-

Homura LiSA

LiSA’s signature work, with its majestic ballad style and striking melody that resonates deeply, was released in October 2020 as the theme song for the film Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba – The Movie: Mugen Train.

The song, which sings of farewell, gratitude, and hope for the future, expresses the strength to overcome parting with someone dear and to keep moving forward.

In karaoke, it’s a popular choice as a ballad with a manageable vocal range that lets you sing with emotion.

It’s recommended for casual karaoke with friends or for moments when you want to convey your feelings to someone special.

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Welcome to Japari ParkAnimal Biscuits × PPP

TV anime 'Kemono Friends' theme song: 'Welcome to Japari Park' / Doubutsu Biscuits × PPP

Welcome to Japari Park — Doubutsu Biscuit × PPP

Dobutsu Biscuits×PPP, who sang the opening theme for the anime “Kemono Friends,” is a combined unit consisting of Dobutsu Biscuits—who played Serval, Arai-san (Raccoon), and Fennec in the show—and PPP, who played the penguins.

Both are voice-actor units, and the song delivers a highly satisfying experience befitting an anime theme.

Please listen enough to be able to tell each member’s singing voice apart!

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