Recommended Japanese bands with female vocals
Bands with female vocalists are wonderful—not just for their singing, but also for the expressiveness they bring to the music, lyrics, and every aspect of their performance, in ways only women can.
For that reason, I think many people are looking for recommendations of bands with female vocalists.
In this article, I’ll introduce some great bands with female singers! I’ve picked a wide range—from cool, hard-rocking bands that can hold their own against any male act, to groups known for their beauty and elegance.
Let’s dive right in!
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Recommended Japanese female-vocal bands (91–100)
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Formed by a stellar lineup—Miki Furukawa and Kouji Nakamura from former SUPERCAR, Hisako Tabuchi from NUMBER GIRL, and Kensuke Ushio, who has worked extensively on music for anime.
They create pop music that fuses band sounds with electronic music.
Miki Furukawa’s vocals are seriously addictive.
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TsuShiMaMiRe is an all-girl band formed in 1999 by members of a band club at Chiba University.
They successfully completed their first U.S.
tour in 2004 and made their major-label debut in 2009.
Known as one of Japan’s premier live bands, they are also highly regarded in Europe and the United States.
While their songs are rooted in rock, many incorporate pop and catchy elements.
Samaland in the eveningUlulU
UlulU is a Tokyo-based three-piece girl band that delivers emotionally rich alternative rock with striking vibrancy.
Centered on Kayo Otaki’s warm, sincere vocals and a straight-from-the-garage guitar sound, the band’s uniquely woven sonic world is their key appeal.
They debuted in 2016 with a self-produced EP, and in May 2022 released their album “UlulU,” captivating fans nationwide on tour.
Otaki, who grew up with classical music and switched to rock out of a spirit of rebellion, brings a distinctive background to the group.
With lyrics and melodies that carefully depict everyday scenes and feelings, their music resonates deeply with many listeners—perfect for fans who value honest, down-to-earth emotion.
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Formed in 1983, PRINCESS PRINCESS—a five-member all-female band selected from over 1,400 applicants—brought a fresh breeze to the J-pop scene.
Known for their powerful performances and catchy melodies, they made their re-debut in 1986 under the prestigious CBS/Sony label.
In 1989, they became the first all-female band to successfully perform at the Nippon Budokan, and their hit song released that same year won the 22nd Japan Cable Radio Awards.
They also achieved a stadium concert at Seibu Stadium.
With each member’s distinctive musicianship and Kaori Kishitani’s soaring vocals in perfect harmony, their music is etched deeply in the heart as a cherished page of youth.
Enjoy a collection of timeless songs that rekindle nostalgic memories while delivering a fresh sense of wonder.
I want to be your lover.Chōkyūmei
A band name with such a curious ring to it makes you want to say it out loud a few times as soon as you see it, doesn’t it? Formed around 2020, Chōkyūmei is a four-piece centered on Rei—an alumna of the Showbi College of Music—who handles vocals as well as guitar and violin.
As of 2023, they’re one of the most talked-about young bands, widely seen as a sure bet for the next big breakthrough.
Many people likely discovered them through tie-ins such as March Bride, the theme song for the 2022 TV drama Ase to Sekken based on a popular manga, or Light Up Your Heart!, the ending theme for the drama Hey, Handsome Guys, Eat! that aired the same year.
Their supple band ensemble—underpinned by the high-level skills of every member—Rei’s expressive, ear-catching vocals and melodies, and the songs born from their lyrics are highly pop while brimming with rich ideas in the details, capturing the real lives of young people living in the 2020s.
If you’re into piano-driven pop, they’re definitely worth a listen.
