Japanese girl bands: recommended popular bands
Even within Japan’s music scene, many all-girl bands are drawing a lot of attention.
From cute charm and beauty to delicate tenderness and powerful coolness, these bands have a wide range of appeal—so it’s no surprise many people have recently become fans.
In this article, we’ve researched some of the most talked-about Japanese all-girl bands!
Whether you’ve just gotten into girl bands or you’re a music fan looking for something new, this lineup is for you.
We’ve picked bands from a wide spectrum, so be sure to find your new favorite all-girl band.
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Japanese girl bands. Recommended popular bands (21–30)
B.O.FPoppin’party
This is Poppin’Party, a next-generation girls’ band project from BanG Dream!, which spans a wide range of media mixes including anime, games, comics, and live performances by voice actors.
With a theme of “sparkling and heart-throbbing,” they deliver pop, energetic music.
Their cute looks—as if they’ve stepped right out of a 2D world—and their authentic performance skills are sure to put a smile on your face! By the way, this song was provided by DAIGO.
These versatile performers are a must-watch!
No RegretTRiDENT
TRiDENT’s new lineup has leveled up even further from their predecessor band, Girls Rock Band Kakumei.
Based in Osaka, they wield a thick, hard-hitting sound powered by the weight of a 5-string bass and punchy kick drums—unbelievable coming from just a trio.
Their live performances are fiercely cool, belying their cute looks, and ASAKA’s soaring vocals, which seem to unleash pure emotion, are overwhelmingly powerful.
It’s a perfect balance of hardness and the delicate touch unique to a girls’ band.
Japanese girls bands. Recommended popular bands (31–40)
Don’t Light My Fireotoboke bi~baa
Otoboke Beaver was formed in 2009 within a music club at Ritsumeikan University.
Rooted in punk rock, they’re a band with a wide-ranging sound—from a unique, off-kilter worldview and a sense of manic energy to pop-leaning tracks.
Their distinctive lyrics featuring Kansai dialect are a big part of the appeal, too.
They’ve also drawn strong responses overseas and are sometimes called a “reimported band.” Since releasing a self-produced demo EP in 2011, they’ve played festivals in Japan and abroad, steadily growing their fanbase.
With their unique musical style and live performances, they’re always pushing for new challenges.
Highly recommended if you’re looking for something distinctive.
2006ma℃ister
Ma℃ister is a rock band based in Osaka.
Centered on rock, this three-piece group showcases a diverse sound that spans pop, punk, and hard rock.
Guitar-vocalist Sakura Taniguchi, bassist Hibiki Ai, and drummer Seitaro each bring their individual character to create a distinctive sound.
Focusing on live performances across Japan, they captivate many fans with their energetic stage presence.
While steadily growing their fan base in the indie scene, they also release music through streaming services.
Ma℃ister, which enjoys strong support especially among younger listeners, is drawing increasing attention for what they’ll do next.
R·I·O·TRAISE A SUILEN
RAISE A SUILEN, an unconventional girls’ band born from the multimedia project BanG Dream!, has been drawing attention with a unique musical style that fuses electronic and aggressive sounds.
Formed in January 2018 under the name THE THIRD (temporary), they adopted their current name in July of the same year.
Initially active as a backing band, they gradually began pursuing their own activities.
In 2019, they successfully held a solo concert at the Nippon Budokan, followed by a nationwide tour and overseas performances.
Each of the five members boasts exceptional musicianship, and their appeal lies in a free-spirited sound that transcends genres such as EDM, rock, and pop.
They have also worked on numerous tie-ins with anime and games, captivating many fans through a 2.5D style that blends the real and anime worlds.
They are the perfect band for music fans seeking powerful live performances and a distinctive artistic vision.
Rock ’n’ Rolltoukyou shoki shoudou
Formed in April 2018, Tokyo Shoki Shodo has been attracting attention with their unique style and powerful sound.
Their music is appealing for its diversity, blending elements of punk and pop.
Their first album, “SWEET 17 MONSTERS,” released in November 2019, received high praise as a work that fully showcases the band’s individuality.
At their live shows, vocalist Shiina often dives into the crowd and delivers energetic performances, reflecting their strong commitment to connecting with fans.
They’re a band highly recommended for music lovers seeking fresh surprises.
ONENESSRoselia
Roselia is a five-member female unit formed by the voice actors of the five-girl band characters who appear in BanG Dream!, a next-generation girls’ band project that spans various media mixes, including anime, games, comics, and real live performances by voice actors.
With a gothic concept, they deliver a heavy sound.
And as you’d expect from professional voice actors, their vocal skills are overwhelming.
Packed with god-tier tracks, their music can be enjoyed not only by anime fans but also by die-hard music lovers.