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.

Playlist

Cool Japanese female vocal
	Title	Playlist	Review
1	Soul RevolutionOchi Shiho		Shiho Ochi of Superfly, with a powerful and beautiful singing voice
2	Cactus GirlAina ji Endo		BiSH's vocalist, a young artist making waves with overwhelming vocal ability.
3	an open secretShiina Ringo		A cool female singer with abundant musical talent
4	crippleSato Chiaki		Chiaki Sato, the vocalist of Kinoko Teikoku
5	FoolsMatsuo Remi		Remi Matsuo of GLIM SPANKY, with a husky singing voice
6	Stars, Freckles, and Diamondstakahashi honoka		Introduction to the activities of Takahashi Honoka, the vocalist of Regal Lily
7	GoodbyeGAO		GAO’s charm lies in her gender and husky voice.
8	Shout BabyNagay Haruko		Vocalist of Ryokuoushoku Shakai, with a distinctive singing voice and musicality
9	I’m crazy about youUtada Hikaru		Hikaru Utada revolutionizes the music scene with R&B
10	Crimson Lotus FlowerLiSA		LiSA's singing voice is paving the way for the next generation.
11	Ashura-chanAdo		A young singer who started as an utaite becomes a social phenomenon
12	voiceShiotsuka Moeka		Moeka Shiotsuka’s musical style and achievements
13	STAND-ALONEAimer		Eme is a singer known for her distinctive singing voice.
14	BohemianKatsuragi Yuki		Yuki Katsuragi, a husky and captivating singing voice
15	I long to see you now.MISIA		A diva representing Japan, a female singer from Kagoshima.
16	The FLAMEKeiko Rī		Keiko Lee captivates with her husky singing voice.
17	Limit LoversTerada Keiko		The 1980s female rock band SHOW-YA
18	Howl at the Moonsuis		Yorushika’s Suis’s deep, powerful singing voice
19	I’m only gazing at you.Daikoku Maki		Maki Ohguro expresses a diverse range of genres with her powerful vocals
20	The decisive battle is on Friday.Yoshida Miwa		Miwa Yoshida’s singing embodies Japanese sensibilities and a strong sense of rhythm.
21	I can’t stay a daydreaming girlAikawa Nanase		A female rocker from Osaka with a captivating singing voice
22	Stars on EarthNakajima Miyuki		A singer from Hokkaido with a voice that resonates with the heart
23	Wonderlandiri		The enchanting low tones of iri’s voice and technique
24	Snow BlossomNakajima Mika		Mika Nakashima resumes her music career with her distinctive singing voice.
25	inside youmilet		A classically trained songstress who showcases a unique musicality
26	escalateAimer		Aimer’s appeal lies in her diverse songs and unique worldview.
27	Kiss me right nowWatarase Maki		Lindberg, a rock band that brings youthfulness
28	SKYLIGHTAimer		Aimer’s husky singing voice born from vocal cord injuries
29	Dead ENDFaylan		Faylan with a powerful, challenging singing voice
30	Starry NightYuka		Yuka’s popularity is rising thanks to her husky voice.
31	Baby Don’t CryAmuro Namie		Anuta, the Heisei-era diva representing the Amura generation
32	The color of loveHiguchi Ai		Introduction to Ai Higuchi’s digital-only single
33	UnchainedLOVEBITES		The rise of the female metal band LOVEBITES
34	chantAdo		Ado’s Halloween collaboration track unleashes her husky voice.
35	I’ll be by your side.Uru		Uru, a songstress active on YouTube
36	PledgeAnjura Aki		A skilled singer-songwriter who performs piano and vocals
37	Call meNakano Miho		The husky voice of rock band member Miho Nakano
38	Chuo FreewayArai Yumi		Yumi Matsutoya is a singer loved across generations.
39	Dinner Songtuki.		Vocal techniques in tuki.'s 2023 songs
40	99LANA		LANA is a songstress with a metallic, husky voice.
41	LIES GOES ONMay’n		Introduction to May’n’s 21st single track
42	Kinokawa RiverYamanishi Akari		Akari Yamanishi, an enka singer from Wakayama
43	A Long, Short FestivalShiina Ringo		Sheena Ringo is a singer known for her original/innovative music.
44	MKishitani Kaori		A classic ballad by PRINCESS PRINCESS
45	Server Downmurasaki ima		Shion, a female singer-songwriter influenced by R&B
46	A flower blooming amid the rubbleNanjō Yoshino		Yoshino Nanjō’s captivating and steady singing voice
47	Oneway GenerationHonda Minako		From Idol to Musical Star
48	dandelionIkuta Rira		A streaming-only single showcasing the appeal of Rira Ikuta’s high-tone voice
49	Goodbye DaysYUI		Debuting as the female Ozaki Yutaka from street performances
50	He was alive, wasn’t he?aimyon		My heart is stolen by Aimyon’s singing voice.
51	AINOUNakamura Kaho		Kaho Nakamura, the singer who gained attention through an animated film
52	semicolonyama		The music of the mysterious artist yama
53	Beast KISSMelody Chubak		A half Canadian, half Japanese singer-songwr…
54	stoppage timeNoda Megumi		Emi Noda, a singer-songwriter with outstanding vocal ability
55	JOYYU-KI		The legendary vocalist of JUDY AND MARY
56	Junkie Boyaohirame		The vocals of Aoki Rame, a singer on Nico Nico Douga
57	PrologueUru		A talented female singer known on YouTube
58	Valentine Showdownnozomi		Noshi, a singer-songwriter with a translucent, airy quality
59	Caramel PainHoshimachi Suisei		VTuber Suisei Hoshimachi takes on the music world with her distinctive singing voice
60	bonsai (feat. CENT)Uta-ha		Utaha from Wednesday Campanella makes her music debut
61	PLAYER 1Nagay Haruko		Ryokuoushoku Shakai: The Music and Talent of Haruko Nagaya
62	RE RESCUEREOL		Vocal prowess of the “kire-dance” singer Reol
63	The Howling of the Lost Onearufakyun		A skilled female singer who captivates with her versatile vocal abilities
64	sayonaraMirei Touyama		A captivating new songstress for the subscription generation
65	Time capsuleAo		Ao, an emotional rock band of three women
66	no oneTogenashi Togeari		A girls' band that blends anime with reality
67	iolitePORIN		PORIN is captivating the music scene with sophisticated musicianship.
68	Ikkyu-sankomuai		The appeal of KOM_I, a unique artist from Kawasaki
69	SakuraMyuk		A singer-songwriter who captivates hearts with a delicate singing voice
70	Something like “happy”nachi		Saba Sister, a rapidly rising girls’ rock band
71	Melancholic MaidenErisa		An expressive vocalist who transitioned to a rock band
72	Morning of ChoiceAya		Japanese grunge-style female rock band
73	FICTIONShizuku		Ms. Shizuku from Polkadot Stingray has a captivating singing voice.
74	Bring the Rain to Quench the ThirstMinami		Minami is a vocalist whose expressive singing voice is captivating.
75	A bouquet for meAdo		Ado, major debut, popular for her unique vocal ability
76	RED ZONELiSA		LiSA is a popular singer known for her clarity and powerful vocals.
77	Sketchaimyon		A musician who captivates with a unique voice and worldview
78	Only onezarame		A blue-haired singer with a negative-positive contrast; their emotional expression is captivating.
79	Thoughts and feelings toward loveaiko		aiko's delicate singing voice and emotionally expressive songs
80	JulianPRINCESS PRINCESS		The achievements of the all-female band Princess Princess
81	R·I·O·TRAISE A SUILEN		RAISE A SUILEN is popular for their distinctive musical style.
82	ContrastTOMOO		TOMOO's music is close to the heart.
83	CinderellaTomei		Tomei’s appeal: emerging in the music scene from TikTok
84	Shangri-LaHashimoto Eriko		Eriko Hashimoto’s solo activities as the vocalist of Chatmonchy
85	seesawtuki.		The mystical singer tuki.’s voice and worldview
86	Bad Bad (Prod. Chaki Zulu)Awich		Awich is a female rapper from Okinawa.
87	Notice me… I love you.Lily		Gentle and soothing, with exquisite vocal expression
88	BLACKRIRI		Sultry Goldfish, the R&B duo, brings a fresh breeze to the music scene
89	Forbidden taleSAIKI		BAND-MAID is a high-level girls’ rock band.
90	Outsiderika-san		Ikasan, a female singer with a diverse vocal timbre
91	Lokikurokumo		The sharp-voiced singer Kurokumo makes their major debut.
92	I am the wind.Karumen Maki		Maki Carmen, a singer who colored the era with her music
93	Strange Fate RomanceNanawo Akari		A female singer popular for her cute musical style
94	Marilyn Monroe No ReturnMARIANNU Higashikumo		Mushroom Hotel gains popularity with its unique sound
95	Angel’s RestHisamatsu Fumina		Fumina Hisamatsu’s powerful husky voice
96	BAKUYoshioka Kiyoe		Ikimonogakari's Yoshioka's vocal ability
97	Tomorrow as wellMiyazaki Asako		A brightly sung song that captures SHISHAMO’s charm
98	Azure NocturneOzaki Ami		Amii Ozaki’s husky voice in the 1970s–80s
99	Goodbye, IdentityUshimaru Arisa		Ushimaru from yonige has a captivating singing voice.
100	crescent moonayaka		the singing voice of a female artist with a husky voice
101	Friday’s Free FairAkao Kazushige		The amazing singing voice of metal singer Akao
102	ECHOLittle Glee Monster		Little Glee Monster: overwhelming vocals and beautiful harmonies
103	snow camelliaKobayashi Sachiko		Sachiko Kobayashi is a leading star in the enka music world.
104	Got me goodSuzuki Emiko		The accomplishments of gospel singer Emiko Suzuki
105	StoryAI		An R&B artist gaining attention for their gentle singing voice
106	beautiful womanchanmina		A female rapper from Nerima: talent and conviction
107	May it be filled with kindnessJUJU		A songstress who set her sights on jazz at 12 and now shines on the world stage