[2026] Japanese female artists. Trending singers & idols.
What kind of music do you usually listen to?
There are many genres in Japanese music, and I’m sure some of you enjoy listening to songs by female artists.
These days, thanks to subscription services, you can instantly listen to plenty of songs—including any that catch your interest!
In this article, we’ll introduce female artists from Japan, both new and old, including trending singers and idols.
If you find a vocalist you like, be sure to check out their other songs too!
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[2026] Japanese female artists. Trending singers & idols (111–120)
PreciousItō Yuna
Yuna Ito is a U.S.-born singer-songwriter with Japanese and Korean roots.
She drew attention in 2005 for her role as Reira in the film NANA, making a dazzling debut on the music scene.
She went on to release a string of hits such as ENDLESS STORY and Precious, and also performed an ending theme for the popular anime Mobile Suit Gundam 00.
Renowned for her ballad performances, she moves listeners with her commanding, resonant voice.
Her collaborative single with Celine Dion is also particularly intriguing.
Although her public activities slowed around 2012, she thrilled fans in 2019 with her first concert in Japan in eight years.
She’s highly recommended for anyone who wants to be captivated by moving ballads and a voice that speaks to the heart.
[2026] Japanese Female Artists: Trending Singers & Idols (121–130)
Things that have formShibasaki Kou
Ko Shibasaki, who is also active as an actress, made her debut as a singer in 2002 with the single “Trust my feelings.” She has continued to release music consistently since then, working across a wide range of genres with a focus on J-pop.
With her distinctive voice and expressive power, her music has captivated many fans, and several of her songs used as film and drama theme songs have drawn significant attention.
In 2016, she founded her own company and became its CEO.
Beyond her musical activities, she is highly engaged with environmental issues and actively contributes to society, giving talks on sustainable agriculture and more.
Why not experience Shibasaki’s captivating voice and her multifaceted talents?
BLUE BIRDHamasaki Ayumi
Ayumi Hamasaki has been active across a wide range of fields, including acting, singing, and modeling.
She made her debut in 1998 and became an instant breakthrough, influencing young people not only with her music but also through her fashion and makeup.
Her glamorous looks, vocal ability, and dance performances captivate fans in many different ways.
The numerous awards she has received, including the Japan Record Award, speak to her overwhelming charisma.
Bold and sexy, she is an indispensable artist when talking about the Heisei era.
condensationkatahira rina
It was released in 2016 as Rina Katahira’s seventh single.
The song was written specifically as the ending theme for the TV anime “The Lost Village (Mayoiga),” with lyrics and composition by Rina Katahira herself.
Her message-driven lyrics and soothing voice resonate widely with women, making her an artist to watch.
Plastic LoveTakeuchi Mariya
Mariya Takeuchi is a singer-songwriter who is also active as a lyricist and composer.
She is one of the indispensable artists when discussing city pop from the 1970s to the 1980s, and around 2010 she was one of the sparks that drew global attention to the genre.
Her sultry, laid-back sound and lyrics depicting cityscapes and the push-and-pull of romance are particularly memorable.
Along with Tatsuro Yamashita, who produced Plastic Love, she can be considered a key figure in shaping the culture of city pop.
Are you alive?Kotone
A female singer-songwriter who has aimed to become a singer since childhood and drew attention for her boundless potential, winning an elementary school music contest two years in a row.
She began band activities and songwriting in junior high school, and at 16 won the Grand Prix at “Eggs presents Wan! Chan!! ~Challenge to Victor Rock Festival 2018~,” proving her undeniable talent.
Furthermore, on the music variety show “Konya, Tanjou! Ongaku Champ,” she won four consecutive weeks to become the grand champion.
With a track record astounding for a teenager, she is one of the female artists whose future success is highly anticipated.
Super StarFurui Riho
Singer-songwriter Furui Riho, from Otaru, Hokkaido.
She became interested in music after seeing a gospel live performance as a child, and began her full-scale music career in her first year of university.
In 2019, she released her debut single digitally; word of mouth spread, and she is now known as a standout artist of the new generation.
Once you listen, you’ll be hooked by her one-of-a-kind, emotionally charged word choices and infectious sense of rhythm.
She also writes songs for other artists, so keep an eye on that side of her work as well.
