Debut songs by Japanese female artists [Shocking hits & must-know classics]
Countless hit songs lighting up the charts.
Now, what were the debut tracks of those wildly popular artists and distinctive female performers again…?
I want to know which debut songs became especially big hits, and the debut singles of veteran artists!
To help you with that, this article focuses on the debut songs of Japanese female artists.
You’ll find the classics frequently featured on music programs, and maybe some surprising discoveries, too.
Their beautiful vocals are must-listens!
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Debut songs by Japanese female artists [Shocking hits & must-know classics] (21–30)
ROSEHANA
This song celebrates the strength to overcome any hardship and keep going.
It’s a work by the girl group HANA, released in April 2025.
A powerful melody pairs perfectly with the distinctive vocals of each of the seven members.
This track gives a boost to anyone who wants to live true to themselves.
When you need a dose of positivity, give this hard-hitting dance tune a listen.
ID; Peace BBoA
It was released in 2001 as BoA’s debut single in Japan.
The original song was the title track of her debut album “ID; Peace B,” released in Korea in 2000, and it has been released in four languages—the most for this song—Korean, English, Chinese, and Japanese.
It reached No.
20 on the Oricon Weekly Singles Chart.
Debut Songs by Japanese Female Artists [Shocking Hits & Must-Know Classics] (31–40)
IssueHITOMIN
HITOMIN’s major debut track stands out with its captivating blend of pop and electronic sounds.
The lyrics, depicting love and inner conflict, are resonating especially with Gen Z listeners.
Released in September 2024, it’s an ambitious work written and composed by HITOMIN herself.
The music video uses water and light to visually convey emotional tremors.
As a song that fits seamlessly into everyday life, it’s perfect for listeners struggling with love or how to face themselves.
Be sure to savor the harmony of her gentle vocals and the emotional lyrics.
The Perfect VisionMINMI
Released in 2002 as MINMI’s debut single.
Written and composed by MINMI, it reached No.
4 on the Oricon Weekly Singles Chart.
Despite being a challenging song, it enjoyed explosive popularity at karaoke at the time and is one of MINMI’s signature tracks.
TAKE BACKKōda Kumi
It was released in 2000 as Kumi Koda’s debut single.
It had been released first in the United States under the name “KODA,” where it impressively debuted at No.
20 on Billboard’s dance chart, but it did not become a hit in Japan.
It was used as the theme song for Kanebo’s “Hadabisei” commercial.
Never let goKato Miria
It was released in 2004 as Miliyah Kato’s debut single.
At the time of her debut, Miliyah Kato was a first-year high school student, and the song was selected as the September opening theme for TV Tokyo’s program “Ryuha-R.” The lyrics and composition were done by Miliyah Kato herself, and she created the song when she was 13 years old.
STOP MOTIONDaikoku Maki
It was released in 1992 as Maki Ohguro’s debut single.
The lyrics and music were written by Maki Ohguro, and it was used as the theme song for the TV Asahi drama “Onna Jiken Kisha Tachibana Keiko.” Since she was still unknown at the time, it did not become a hit.