[Songs of Fukushima] Thinking of my hometown | A heartwarming collection of classic songs celebrating the beautiful “Fukushima”

Green boysGReeeeN

GReeeeN / Green boys Official Music Video (Final Version)

The members of GReeeeN, all of whom are licensed dentists, attended a university in Fukushima Prefecture.

This music video was created as a way to give back to Fukushima.

The 3/11 earthquake and tsunami was a deeply painful and tragic event for the members as well, and it’s said that the group’s leader, HIDE, volunteered to work as a coroner to help identify bodies found within a 20-kilometer radius of the Fukushima Daiichi Nuclear Power Plant.

We are humbled by such a courageous, hands-on act.

I love You & I need You, FukushimaInawashirokoz

Fukushima Support Song by Inawashirok-ozu

This is a support song for Fukushima by four artists from Fukushima Prefecture.

The members are Takashi Yamaguchi, vocalist of Sambomaster; Toshimi Watanabe, guitarist of TOKYO No.1 SOUL SET; Shinji Matsuda, drummer of THE BACK HORN; and Michihiko Yanai, who is active as a creator.

Overflowing with love for Fukushima, this work has served as emotional support for people suffering from the earthquake disaster and continues to be cherished as a song that symbolizes Fukushima.

I’m home.Hakuchō Rinana × ave

Rina Shiratori × ave “I’m Home” Music Video — NOW ON SALE —

This collaborative song by Rinana Shiratori and ave is filled with a deep longing for home, highlighted by the gentle call-and-response of “Welcome home” and “I’m back.” Created with feelings for Fukushima after the Great East Japan Earthquake, the piece carries the message that even when we are apart, our hearts are always with our hometown.

It was released as a single CD in October 2013 and was chosen as the official theme song for the charity event “Volleyball Aid 2013,” held on October 20 in Inawashiro, Fukushima Prefecture.

It’s a song that offers comfort to those living away from their hometowns and to anyone longing to be reunited with someone dear.

ultramarineSakushi: Fukushima-ken Minamisoma Shiritsu Odaka Chugakko Heisei 24-nendo Sotsugyosei (Kosei Oda Miki) / Sakkyoku: Oda Miki

Gunjou [Mixed Chorus, Four-Part Version]

A moving choral piece born from a longing for home.

Inspired by the feelings of junior high school students in Minamisoma, Fukushima, who were separated by the Great East Japan Earthquake and the nuclear accident, Miki Oda transformed their emotions into music.

The lyrics—woven from everyday moments, like looking at photos of evacuated students and saying, “The sky above this map is connected”—and the quiet yet powerful melody stir the heart.

First performed in March 2013, the work has since been widely sung at choral competitions and graduation ceremonies across Japan.

Filled with love for Fukushima, this song offers deep empathy and courage to anyone who thinks of a distant hometown or someone dear.

Cheer of StarlightGReeeeN

[Yell] Fukushima Prefecture 59 Municipalities PV Connected by the Theme Song ‘Hoshikage no Yell’ by GReeeeN

The theme song for NHK’s morning drama series Yell, which sings of hope illuminated by a star-filled sky.

Warm vocals woven by GReeeeN, a group from Fukushima, gently convey the importance of meeting, parting, and supporting one another, delivering the message that hearts remain connected even when we’re apart.

Released in June 2020 as GReeeeN’s 34th single, the song topped the Oricon Digital Singles chart.

Like stars, it brings shining hope and courage to those living away from their hometowns or far from their loved ones.

Current locationKanno Megumi

[MV] Megumi Kanno “The Place I’m Home”

This song features Megumi Kanno’s gentle, heartfelt vocals that tenderly wrap around feelings for her hometown and deeply move the listener.

The warm tones of the acoustic guitar blend beautifully with her clear voice, delicately weaving scenes of everyday life and love for family.

Released in August 2018, the piece was also performed at events such as “Otoyoi Walk 2018” in the Iizaka Onsen district of Fukushima City, where many residents were encouraged by Kanno’s dedication to her ties with the local community.

You can feel the beauty of Fukushima’s landscapes and the warmth of the people who live there.

Familiar TrainManami

[Official] Familiar Train / MANAMI — Official Support Song for the Iizaka Line

This is a song by MANAMI that invites you on a soothing melodic journey filled with love and warmth for one’s hometown.

Set along the Fukushima Kotsu Iizaka Line, its lyrics gently depict local scenery and everyday life, while MANAMI’s clear, translucent voice matches perfectly to deliver nostalgia and comfort to listeners.

Included on the album “Fukushima Egao 2,” released in November 2021, this track is a beloved local song and the officially endorsed support song of the Fukushima Kotsu Iizaka Line.

It’s highly recommended for anyone living away from home or for all who hold their hometown dear.