Roundup of popular female guitarists: introducing guitar players from Japan and around the world.
In this article, we’ll introduce a whole lineup of recommended female guitarists! This time, we’ve picked out lots of cool guitarists from both Japan and abroad.
Along with rock band guitarists, we’ve also included players active in the worlds of jazz and fusion, as well as classical guitarists.
Whether you’re looking to find a guitarist to stan, or you’re a beginner female guitarist hoping to discover an inspiring role model, we hope this article helps you get to know many amazing female guitarists.
Now, let’s dive right into our recommended guitarists!
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Popular Female Guitarists Roundup: Introducing Guitar Players from Japan and Abroad (11–20)
MANUAL (“LOOP” Ver.)Anly
Anly is a musician from Ie Island in Okinawa.
Influenced by her father, she picked up the guitar at a young age and set out on a musical path.
In 2015, she debuted as a singer-songwriter with the single “Laugh at the Sun.” Her appeal lies in a musicality that transcends the boundaries between Western and Japanese music and even national borders, and her depth as an artist continues to captivate music fans.
As a guitarist, she performs live solo acoustic sets featuring layered sounds using a looper.
Halfway, and beyondTOMO-ZO（Gacharic Spin）
TOMO-ZO, the guitarist of the girls’ band Gacharic Spin, is known for delivering rock performances in flashy outfits that leave a strong impression.
While the band has continued its activities through multiple lineup changes, she provides technically skilled guitar playing that underpins their songs.
Her go-to guitar is a PRS Custom 24, whose excellent note definition and thick tone convey elements of rock and metal.
She is an artist who adds a vivid flair to their music, which blends elements from a wide range of genres.
Sea and Bouquetā-chan (kinoko teikoku)
Kinoko Teikoku is a rock band that delivers a richly layered sound influenced by shoegaze and indie rock.
The band’s guitarist, A-chan, is known for a distinctive, floating feel in their performances.
From aggressive guitar solos to warm arpeggios, they showcase guitar work that closely complements each song.
In live shows, they often play Fender guitars and use the BIG MUFF—renowned as a classic fuzz pedal—and the RV-3 for delay effects.
Despite the thunderous resonance, their guitar playing captivates with a three-dimensional tonal character.
Fox’s WeddingAdachi Kumi
Hailing from Senshu in Osaka Prefecture.
In 2005, she launched the instrumental band Kumi Adachi Club Pangaea with Hiroyuki Noritake, former drummer of T-Square, and made her major-label debut in 2007 with the first album “Little Wing.” Among their repertoire are pieces in 7/8 time, yet her appeal lies in crafting catchy, pop-leaning tunes that never feel overtly odd-metered.
Her soul-stirring solos are also a must-see.
Alongside her electric guitar work, she has released an album on acoustic guitar with Jun Kajiwara, one of Japan’s leading guitarists.
Since 2021, she has fully embarked on a solo career, showcasing acoustic solo performances while traveling solo to every corner of Japan.
At this point / After all this time / Now (when it’s too late)Tsuno Maesaki (Akai Kouen)
Moesa Tsuno, who was active as the guitarist of the rock band Akai Koen, a group known for delivering genre-defying music to listeners.
In addition to writing and composing songs for the band, she engaged in a wide range of musical activities, including providing songs to various artists.
From their debut, she used a Fender Stratocaster, and her guitar playing—showcasing everything from warm tones to edgy sounds through diverse approaches—left a strong impression.
She even gave her guitar the nickname “Benzō,” embodying the deep love for music that defines her as an artist.
crimsonInoi Ami
Ami Inoi is a classical guitarist who performs on stages in Japan and abroad.
She has appeared on programs such as Recital Nova and Meikyoku Recital, and she shares guitar performance videos on YouTube.
Influenced by her father, she began playing guitar at the age of four and went on to win numerous guitar competitions.
After entering Osaka College of Music, she graduated at the top of her class and made her major debut in 2019.
She is a guitarist who combines precise, theory-based performance with the versatility to master pieces across a wide range of musical genres.
Popular Female Guitarists Roundup: Introducing Guitar Players from Japan and Around the World (21–30)
Ultra TwistPoison Ivy
Poison Ivy, a female guitarist who masterfully rocks a Gretsch Nashville 6120, is the guitarist of The Cramps.
The Cramps were formed in New York in 1976 by the married duo Poison Ivy and Lux Interior, and they are pioneering figures of garage rock, punk rock, and psychobilly—a legendary band that remained active for over 30 years.