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[Hyogo Songs] A Collection of Local and Love Songs Set in Hyogo

What comes to mind when you hear “Hyogo”? For many, it’s likely a stream of charming images: stylish cityscapes, delicious cuisine, renowned hot spring resorts, rich arts and culture, and more.

In this article, we’ve gathered songs set in Hyogo Prefecture.

From enka that sings of bittersweet romances, to local tunes beloved by residents, to pieces that supported post-earthquake recovery—enjoy to your heart’s content these “Songs of Hyogo,” performed by artists from Hyogo and musicians who love the region!

[Hyogo Songs] A Collection of Local and Love Songs Set in Hyogo (61–70)

KobeMaekawa Kiyoshi

Kobe - Mr. Kiyoshi Maekawa
KobeMaekawa Kiyoshi

This “Kobe” is a single released by Kiyoshi Maekawa in 1998.

Back when he was with Cool Five, there was also a song called “Soshite, Kobe,” which Maekawa still sings now.

My impression is that this “Kobe” is somewhat similar in terms of its lyrics.

Fish of AmagasakiYūrorokku Kenkyūkai

Euro-Rock Research Society Amagasaki no Sakana / Quruli
Fish of AmagasakiYūrorokku Kenkyūkai

This is a song included on Quruli’s first single, “Tokyo,” released in October 1998, set in Amagasaki City, Hyogo Prefecture.

It reached number 64 on the Oricon weekly chart.

This video is a cover by the Euro-Rock Research Society.

Why not just cry?Kondō Masahiko

This is a single by Masahiko Kondo released in September 1987, set in Kobe, Hyogo Prefecture and Yokohama, Kanagawa Prefecture.

It topped the Oricon charts and won the Japan Kayō Grand Prize.

A later release, “Naite Mirya Ii Jan (‘02 Remix Version),” was also announced.

In conclusion

A wealth of local songs brimming with Hyogo’s charm.

By listening to songs about Hyogo, locals can deepen their hometown pride, while those from outside the prefecture may discover new attractions of Hyogo.

Why not take this opportunity to rediscover how wonderful Hyogo is through music?