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A Japanese female singer with excellent singing ability; an outstanding vocalist.

Even when we say someone is “a good singer,” that can mean many different things.

They might have astonishingly steady pitch, a superhuman vocal range, exquisite sense of rhythm, or a truly overwhelming voice.

This time, I’ve picked out female singers who are widely regarded as “great” from various angles like these, as well as female singers who, from my years of experience as a vocal producer and voice coach, make me think, “She’s outstanding!”

Of course, a singer’s appeal doesn’t necessarily lie only in technical skill.

But every now and then, isn’t it nice to listen with a focus on “skill”?

I hope this will be helpful for those who aspire to become singers as well.

Female Japanese singers with excellent singing skills (111–120)

Grapefruit MoonTOMOO

TOMOO – Grapefruit Moon【OFFICIAL MUSIC VIDEO】
Grapefruit MoonTOMOO

Centered on piano-and-vocal performances, singer-songwriter TOMOO expands a richly emotional musical world.

While rooted in pop and ballads, her distinctive style transcends those boundaries.

She made her major debut in 2019 and drew attention with songs like “Present” and “Awai ni.” She also garnered buzz for crafting the ending theme of the drama “Zenryōiki Ijō Kaiketsushitsu.” Her live shows are highly acclaimed, with the June 2022 performance at LINE CUBE SHIBUYA still fresh in many minds.

At first listen her music may seem subdued, but the undulating rhythms born from her piano playing and her soulful vocals blend to create a one-of-a-kind groove.

Highly recommended for those who want to surrender themselves to the music and feel a gentle, satisfying sway.

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A Woman’s HarborŌtsuki Miyako

A Woman’s Harbor by Miyako Ōtsuki
A Woman’s HarborŌtsuki Miyako

It’s an incredibly sultry song.

The opening lyrics are indescribable.

Otsuki-san captures the world of those lyrics beautifully.

When she sings, vivid scenes instantly appear in my mind.

The term “commuting wife” isn’t used much these days, but listening to this song makes me feel like I want to be a woman like that.

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Dunbine, Fly!MIQ

MIQ is a singer who previously performed under the name “MIO,” known for her powerful vocals.

She has sung many anime songs, and “Dunbine Flies” was used as the opening theme for Aura Battler Dunbine.

Incidentally, the lyricist Inoi Rin is an alias of Yoshiyuki Tomino.

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Silent SlopeKouzai Kaori

This is a Japan Record Award-winning song.

Ms.

Kozai is known for mastering so-called straight-up enka, but she’s also top-class at songs like this that are, if anything, less enka-like.

The composer is the famous Koji Tamaki.

After this song, she teamed up with Mr.

Tamaki several more times to release additional tracks.

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Only onezarame

Zarame is a striking blue-haired “nega-posi” singer-songwriter.

With a translucent voice and a uniquely expressive emotional style, she creates music that stirs listeners’ hearts.

She began with street performances in Tokyo and steadily built popularity through word of mouth on social media as an emerging artist.

Since July 2024, she has been landing tie-ins with anime and TV dramas one after another, and her performance video on the YouTube channel THE FIRST TAKE has surpassed 3.4 million views, steadily expanding her fanbase.

From ballads to rock, she covers a wide range of genres, and her lyrics and expressive power—while embracing negative emotions—still evoke a sense of hope, resonating with many listeners.

She’s an artist you’ll want to listen to when you feel lost in life or when you want to cherish your feelings for someone.

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