Cool Japanese female vocal
Who comes to mind when you think of cool female vocalists?
There are all kinds of cool female singers—powerful rock vocalists who rival or even surpass their male counterparts, and singers with a beautiful, dignified kind of cool.
In this article, we’ll introduce a curated lineup of recommended cool female vocalists all at once!
We’ve picked artists from a wide range of generations, from buzzworthy up-and-comers to long-beloved legends, so be sure to check out their voices.
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Cool Japanese female vocals (81–90)
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Singer-songwriter tuki., whose transparent vocals and delicate singing technique are bringing a fresh breeze to the music scene.
They began their music career in 2022 and have gained popularity through posts on YouTube and TikTok.
While rooted in J-pop, they have built a unique world with simple yet powerful melodies and striking lyrics.
Their mysterious style of performing without revealing their face has also drawn attention, and in December 2023, a collaboration with popular singer Yuuri surpassed 20 million views—an impressive achievement.
In January 2024, they appeared on NHK’s Kōhaku Uta Gassen and were also selected for Spotify’s “RADAR: Early Noise 2024,” marking them as a shining, highly skilled young artist of the moment.
With clear vocals and songs that resonate with the heart, they’re especially recommended for those who want to soothe their soul on a quiet night.
Bad Bad (Prod. Chaki Zulu)Awich
When it comes to modern queen of female rappers, Awich is undoubtedly the first name that comes to mind.
Growing up in Okinawa, she was immersed in English and international culture from an early age.
Thanks to that background, she has outstanding groove, flow, and pronunciation.
While she’s best known for her rapping, she’s also an excellent vocalist, delivering a string of quality falls in “Bad Bad (Prod.
Chaki Zulu).” Her voice has a rich thickness that’s substantial even by Japanese music standards, so even listeners accustomed to Western music will be satisfied.
Notice me… I love you.Lily
Lily may not be the kind of singer with superhuman range or volume that grabs you in a single listen, but she has a voice with the soothing 1/f fluctuation often called a “healing” quality, and her singing consistently radiates gentle charm.
From a chest voice rich in pleasant high overtones to a tender falsetto, she switches techniques with exquisite control to deliver beautifully nuanced expression.
She’s a singer I can wholeheartedly recommend to anyone seeking a gentle, healing female vocal.
BLACKRIRI
The up-and-coming R&B duo Yoen Kingyo has been turning heads lately.
Since the late 2000s, Japanese R&B has largely shifted from the genuine article to R&B-like music.
These two have thrown a wrench into that status quo.
Blending R&B and hip-hop, they focus on authentic Black music that rivals Western releases.
In particular, RIRI’s sexy vocals—borne from her slightly raspy, husky tone—are absolutely stunning.
Forbidden taleSAIKI
When it comes to top-tier girl rock bands in today’s hard rock scene, BAND-MAID is undoubtedly a name that comes up.
In their early days, as a band that emphasized a strong concept, there were some rough edges here and there, but recently their performance and vocal skills have improved, and support for them within the scene has been growing.
SAIKI is the vocalist of BAND-MAID, and unusually for a rock singer, she’s adept at using vocal runs/ad-libs.
Perhaps because she’s not strong at shouts, she wanted to set the band apart through her use of vocal embellishments.
Girl rock bands often have their abilities questioned, but she can be said to be one of the artists who changed that conventional view.
Outsiderika-san
Knowing in advance that she’s a female singer might make her voice all the more surprising.
She’s Ikasan, an artist with what’s known as a dual-voice quality.
In the videos we’re sharing, you might initially hear a male voice, but Ikasan is a woman.
She has a richly varied vocal palette that lets her cover everything from a cute, girlish tone to a cool, masculine voice—all by herself.
She also works as a voice actor and actress under the name Yuri Matsuoka, so some of you may know her from that.
Keep an eye on Ikasan’s multifaceted talent in the future!
Cool Japanese female vocalists (91–100)
Lokikurokumo
Singer Kurokumo is known for her captivatingly sharp vocals.
Of course, the impression of her voice changes depending on the song, but overall it carries a mature, crisp quality.
She has been active on Nico Nico Douga since 2012 and made her major debut in 2016 with the album “amorous profumo.” You can also hear her voice in games like “Memento Mori.” She’s a stunning, highly skilled singer! By the way, she also has LINE stickers available, so check them out if you’re interested!