Reiwa era mustn't be missed: an enka singer with excellent vocals.
When you hear the term “enka singer,” what kind of performer comes to mind?
You might instantly picture a long-standing veteran who’s been singing for decades, but in recent years, thanks to karaoke TV shows and the like, more young singers have emerged, bringing a fresh sense of fun!
As for musical style, there’s been an increase in easy-to-listen-to songs that lean more toward pop these days.
Of course, there are the accomplished veterans, but with the influence of those programs as well, we’ll introduce talented enka singers who are approachable for all generations.
Give them a listen—you’ll likely feel enka become more familiar and appealing!
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Unmissable in the Reiwa era too: Enka singers with great vocals (ages 41–50)
Motherly bondedoarudo
Edoardo is an enka singer from São Paulo, Brazil.
He has an impressive track record, having won the Prime Minister’s Award at the 26th Japan Popular Music Festival National Competition and the Newcomer Award at the 49th Japan Cable Radio Awards.
Even with his Japanese roots, it’s simply remarkable for a foreign artist to achieve such accomplishments in enka.
His greatest appeal is, above all, his beautiful vocal quality.
Like many Brazilian singers, he’s known for a powerful, high register with strong vocal presence, and his kobushi (vocal ornamentation) is executed superbly.
A Man’s Fishing GroundIchijō Kanta
Kanta Ichijo is an enka singer from Chiba City, Chiba Prefecture.
While enka singers typically conjure an image of glittering suits, he sticks to a rock ’n’ roll style with a leather jacket and jeans.
His look may be unconventional, but he’s far from a novelty act—he has earned strong results in competitions like the National Karaoke Box Grand Prix and the All-Japan Singing Championship, Utaou.
His real charm lies in his rugged voice.
His timbre and singing style have a depth you wouldn’t expect from someone in their twenties—simply overwhelming.
Wandering Bird of TearsMita Kyoka
Enka singer Kyoka Mita, from Kita District in Ehime Prefecture.
She became interested in enka when, as a second-grader in elementary school, she saw Yoko Nagayama on TV.
After that, she began performing at karaoke recitals and senior appreciation events.
While continuing her student life, she appeared on NHK Nodo Jiman during her first year of high school and passed, launching her path as an enka singer.
Her charm lies in her soothing vocal quality.
While not the powerful type, her soft, distinctly feminine voice is a must-hear.
Green Que Sera SeraOka Midori
Midori Oka is an enka singer from Himeji, Hyogo Prefecture.
She began singing folk songs at the age of five and was selected as the youngest-ever Hyogo Prefecture master in the Hyogo Prefectural Japan Folk Song Festival Master Competition.
She later shone as a member of HoriPro’s idol group HOP CLUB, and after graduating, launched her career as an enka singer.
Her greatest allure is, above all, her catchy yet sultry voice.
With solid vocal technique and a commanding presence, her singing captivates many listeners.
Be sure to check her out.
Innocent CuckooHarada Namito
Nami Harada is an enka singer from Wakayama City, Wakayama Prefecture.
Influenced by his grandfather, he was exposed to enka from a young age, and by the sixth grade of elementary school he had even self-produced a CD of original songs, already active as an artist.
He later gained recognition on programs like NHK Nodo Jiman, and debuted as an enka singer in 2019.
His biggest appeal is, above all, his musicality.
He wields a style not found in typical enka, and some of his tracks even have a reggaeton-like vibe.
Truly, he’s neo-enka.
Nostalgic Cape TappiRyūsei
Ayato Saisei is an enka singer from Iwamizawa, Hokkaido, well known as a disciple of Takashi Hosokawa.
He began studying folk songs at age five and Tsugaru shamisen at seven, cultivating a strong foundation in traditional music from an early age.
At around eleven, he came under the tutelage of Takashi Hosokawa, one of Japan’s top performers, and made his debut in 2019.
His greatest appeal is, above all, his vocal technique.
Not only does his singing style resemble Hosokawa’s, but his vocal ability is of exceptionally high quality.
If you’re looking for a serious, young enka singer, be sure to check him out.
I won’t let go, I won’t let go.Shinhama Reon
Leon Niihama is an enka singer from Shiroi City, Chiba Prefecture, whose striking looks are reminiscent of a K-pop idol.
He is the son of enka singer Yasuo Takashiro, known for the Hakata no Shio commercial jingle, and in his childhood he was devoted not to enka but to baseball.
Later, at his father’s recommendation, he set his sights on becoming an enka singer, trained from the ground up, and debuted in 2019.
His greatest charm is, above all, his mood-rich singing voice.
Although he has a pure, clean-cut image, his vocals exude a remarkably mature sensuality.