[2026] Half-Japanese Singers/Vocalists: Artists with Overseas Heritage [Active and Notable in Japan]

When you think of half-Japanese or quarter-Japanese singers active in Japan’s music scene, which artists come to mind? Artists with diverse roots are showcasing their talents across genres like rock, pop, and hip-hop.

Their unique sensibilities and expressive power enrich the hearts of listeners.

In this article, we’ll introduce a wide range of artists with overseas heritage, regardless of genre.

We’re also featuring many Gen Z artists, so whether you already have favorites or are looking to discover new talent, you’re sure to enjoy the journey.

Find someone who can add color to your musical life.

Playlist

[2026] Half-Japanese Singers/Vocalists: Artists with Overseas Heritage [Active and Notable in Japan]
	Title	Playlist	Review
1	IS THIS LOVEHINATA		Hinata, with Japanese and Korean roots, captivates the world with R&B.
2	GALAHARVEY		Featured international half-Japanese artist XG’s HARVEY
3	Grade Bchanmina		Trilingual rapper Chanmina grows
4	requestkrage		The major debut of krage, a songstress with multinational roots
5	I want to be your lover.rei		Rei, a half-Japanese (mixed-race) vocalist of Cho Kyumei
6	WhiplashGiselle		Giselle, a member of aespa with a multicultural background
7	blue stormMaki		MAKI’s multifaceted charm and musical achievements
8	Get Back (feat. JUMADIBA & Watson)ralph		Drill music by Ralph, a rapper from Yokohama
9	ROSEyuri		HANA’s half-member, a breakout songstress
10	Is being cute not enough?Furusawa Risa		The rise of a half-Japanese artist from Aso
11	Fuzzy BoyFoi		The cool music world of the half-Chinese Foi
12	MAYDAY (feat. Ryo from Crystal Lake)Masato		Masato, a Japanese-American singer, is making waves
13	Our State of MindAkari Dritschler		Half-Japanese singer Akari releases captivating songs
14	Love me to the bone.Grace Aimi		Grace Aimi, a biracial singer from Okinawa
15	MinestroneWez Atlas		Wez, a bilingual R&B artist from Japan and the United States
16	I’ll be by your side.Aoyama Teruma		Thelma Aoyama, who collaborated with SoulJa and had a big hit
17	19Akari Dorichurā		The appeal of FAITH and Akaridori Churā from Nagano
18	CRAZY FOR YOUKylee		Singer Kylee, who is active in the United States and Japan
19	Letter ~To You at Fifteen~Anjura Aki		Japanese-Italian singer Angela Aki
20	feigned illnessEmily		Half-Japanese Emily: Looking forward to her success after the band’s breakup
21	eternityBENI		BENI’s musical world with an international background
22	MemoriesRōra		The appeal of Laura, a multifaceted singer
23	BE TOGETHERSuzuki Ami		Ami Suzuki: The Appeal and Achievements of a Half-Japanese Singer
24	PrideHarumi		Harumi, a Japanese-Filipino, draws attention with her singing.
25	PreciousItō Yuna		A Hawaii-born singer with diverse musicality
26	Believe in LoveTsuchiya Anna		The appeal of Anna Tsuchiya, a biracial model and singer
27	My Favorite ThingsShirota Yuu		A multi-talented artist from Japan and Spain
28	Everyone is ‘Every One’!Ikeda Eraiza		A multitalented actress and singer of Filipino descent (half-Filipino)
29	My feelingsUentsu Eiji		A mixed-heritage talent and actor, active as part of a musical duo
30	Midnight TrainEmi Meyer		Musical activities of Emi Meyer, a Japanese-American singer
31	Garden feat. DJ KAORI, Diggy-MO’, Clench & BlistahMay J.		Multinational songstress May J., a highly skilled artist renowned for her musical prowess
32	Let’s fall in love♪Ria Dizon		The charm of the half-Japanese beauty Leah Dizon
33	Show Me HowMaika Loubté		Maika Loubté, a versatile musician
34	Cha-Cha-Cha Championmariusu yō		Marius Yo, who is half-Japanese, and his popular songs
35	avocadoUshimaru Arisa		The appeal of yonige: empathetic music born from real-life experiences
36	R.Y.U.S.E.I.ELLY		ELLY, a Japanese-American (half) dancer
37	WILD WILD WILDNESMITH		NESMITH is a half-Japanese vocalist belonging to EXILE.
38	With all my heartBekkī♪#		Becky♪♯ raises her music activities by a half step
39	Song of the SunAmeoto Kaoru		Half-Japanese actress makes singer debut, currently on hiatus after controversy
40	And again, beneath the cherry blossoms…Baby M		An inspiring classic sung by a mixed-race singer
41	Follow Me feat.Sound AroundKagami Seira		Half-Japanese model and singer, active in Hollywood
42	I just can’t stopYamamoto Rinda		The hit song by the half-Japanese singer, “I Just Can’t Stop.”
43	If I Fall in LoveCrystal Kay		Trilingual singer Crystal Kay
44	flying getAkimoto Sayaka		Sayaka Akimoto of AKB48, a half-Japanese former member
45	Are Ya ReadyKuroki Meisa		The multitalented Meisa Kuroki, a popular actress of mixed heritage.
46	Paradise BabyILMARI		A classic RIP SLYME song that feels like summer
47	DREAM RUSHMiyazawa Rie		Rie Miyazawa’s famous song “DREAM RUSH”
48	Crazy about youSekiguchi Mendī		Mendy’s EXILE hit song—fun choreography!
49	19Celeina Ann		Half-Japanese female college student singer, Celeina Ann
50	HONDA (Prod.Dr.Pay)Masumi		The diverse musicality of the buzzworthy singer Masumi
51	dogwood (flowering dogwood)Hitoto Yo		Yosui Hitoto’s upbringing and the origins of her music
52	StoryAI		A singer who is active in music as a half-Japanese (mixed-race) artist
53	Two People’s WhistleFoi		A Japanese-Chinese half (mixed) singer-songwriter
54	Hard Knock DaysShirahama Alan		Popular songs by the half-Japanese artist Alan Shirahama
55	The last kindnessJAY’ED		Introduction to songs by artists with an international background
56	HikariIde Ayaka		Ayaka Ide, a biracial artist, with a moving singing voice and song
57	partingAsahina Maria		Maria Asahina’s classic song “Farewell”
58	Lila LilhaKimura Kaera		Half-Japanese singer, inspired by globe, pursued a path in music
59	Not the EndYasuda Rei		Rei Yasuda, a talented singer of Japanese and American heritage