A roundup of 40-something female enka singers with captivating voices
Japan is full of a wide variety of music, from pop to rock, but when it comes to music that represents the country, it has to be enka.
There are many passionate songs that resonate with the heart—nostalgic tunes that evoke memories of one’s hometown, and dramatic pieces that feel like watching a TV drama or a movie.
In this article, we’ll introduce female enka singers in their 40s from among the many artists who perform enka.
Please take your time to enjoy the voices of these women in their 40s, who embody both youthful energy and mature allure!
Playlist
| A roundup of 40-something female enka singers with captivating voices | |||
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| 1 | Shiosai MinatoShiina Sachiko |  play_arrow | UNO is a card game. You win by reducing your hand. |
| 2 | hay feverIchikawa Yukino |  play_arrow | An enka singer made their first appearance on the Kouhaku and their buzzworthy song became a hit. |
| 3 | Osaka sparrowNagai Miyuki |  | Miyuki Nagai’s Enka Debut and Appeal |
| 4 | Wish Cherry BlossomOosawa Momoko |  play_arrow | Momoko Osawa is an enka singer with strong vocal ability. |
| 5 | Tragic Love on the Nagara RiverŌshiro Banesa |  play_arrow | Vanesa, an enka singer from Argentina |
| 6 | Once again from the city of KyotoMizuta Ryūko |  play_arrow | Mizuta Ryūko’s sultry singing voice is captivating. |
| 7 | Longing for YamagaYamamoto Miyuki |  play_arrow | Miyuki Yamamoto is an enka singer from Osaka. |
| 8 | Harbor of FarewellSakurai Kumiko |  play_arrow | The high vocal ability of enka singer Kumiko Sakurai |
| 9 | Crimson FireflyKawano Natsumi |  play_arrow | Natsumi Kawano is an enka singer with a deep voice |
| 10 | Feeling lonely for human companyKikuchi Madoka |  play_arrow | Madoka Kikuchi, who transitioned from a rokyoku performer to an enka singer |
| 11 | forked riverUesugi Kaori |  play_arrow | An enka singer whose charm lies in Kaori Uesugi’s expressive prowess |
| 12 | Winter FirefliesHanasaki Yukimi |  play_arrow | The alluring singing voice of enka singer Yukimi Hanasaki is captivating. |
| 13 | Homebound Train: Visiting My HometownMizuki Yuu |  play_arrow | Mizuki Yuu’s powerful singing voice is captivating. |
| 14 | From BusanMaeda Yuki |  play_arrow | The enka singer’s deep voice is captivating. |
| 15 | bittersweet liquorNagai Yuko |  play_arrow | Yuko Nagai is an enka singer known for her strong vocal ability. |