Japanese EDM Artists | Many Popular DJs Appear!
EDM, the music genre that sparked a worldwide boom in the early 2010s.
The global craze may have subsided, but in Japan, tracks from that era are still being played, and the genre retains a strong, enduring popularity.
This time, we’ve curated tracks that spotlight Japanese artists within the EDM scene.
If you want to take a fresh, solid look at Japan’s uniquely evolving EDM, this is a must-check!
A certain famous YouTuber also makes an appearance, so relax and enjoy it to the very end!
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Japanese EDM Artists | Many Popular DJs Appear! (1–10)
A.T.W! (DRAMATIC ANTHEM) feat.JILLE,SHINJI TAKEDADaishi Dance
DAISHI DANCE is a music producer and DJ known for melodious house music centered on piano and strings.
He debuted in July 2006 with his first album, “the P.I.A.N.O.
set,” which reached No.
1 on the dance charts.
In 2008, his album “the Ghibli set,” which arranged Studio Ghibli works into house music, peaked at No.
12 on the Oricon charts and gained popularity beyond the club music scene.
A skilled performer known for cutting-edge DJ sets using three CDJs, he plays more than 150 shows a year.
In 2010, he also produced the official theme song for the Japan Pavilion at the Shanghai World Expo.
With its melodious, comfortable sound, his music is recommended even for listeners unfamiliar with EDM.
KujiraHiRAPARK & Shadw
This is a collaborative unit by two artists leading Japan’s EDM scene, HiRAPARK and Shadw.
They drew attention with a future bounce track released in May 2021.
In 2016, HiRAPARK became the first Asian headliner in the history of the Netherlands-born music festival Sensation and released its official theme song.
Meanwhile, Shadw has been making remarkable international strides, including releasing tracks on the label run by world-renowned DJ Hardwell.
With catchy melodies and polished production, their music is recommended not only for EDM fans but also for anyone interested in dance music.
GOSHI GOSHIRepezen Foxx
Repezen Chikyu, now known as Repezen Foxx, are YouTubers who represent Japan.
Recently, they’ve fully ramped up their activity on YouTube and are once again drawing public attention.
While they’re YouTubers, they also have a musical group side.
They seem to have a real knack for crafting catchy tracks and have released a number of hits.
“GOSHI GOSHI” is one of their signature songs.
Be sure to check it out.
Japanese EDM Artists | Many Popular DJs Appear! (11–20)
Hardstyle DiscoYOJI BIOMEHANIKA
YOJI BIOMEHANIKA is a leading Japanese music producer who has received exceptionally high acclaim worldwide.
Debuting as a DJ in the 1990s, he quickly became a hot topic in Europe and earned high praise from renowned producers such as Paul Oakenfold and Paul van Dyk.
His track “Hardstyle Disco” is one of his signature works, crafted into a sharp, cutting-edge trance piece.
A must-check for anyone who wants to experience the history of EDM!
R.Y.U.S.E.I.Sandaime Jē Sōru Burazāzu fromu Eguzairu Toraibu
The dance and vocal group that dominates Japan’s music scene, Sandaime J Soul Brothers from EXILE TRIBE.
Since their 2010 debut, they have continued to captivate countless fans with overwhelming performances and a diverse musical style.
A track they released in 2014 became a social phenomenon, earning numerous awards including the Japan Record Award.
In 2017, they cemented their nationwide popularity with the masterpiece THE JSB WORLD.
Their appeal lies in the fusion of emotional vocals and dynamic dance.
Their dome tours deliver overwhelming live shows that draw in millions of attendees.
They also have many tracks that incorporate EDM elements, making them irresistible to dance music fans.
S.T.A.R.S.ASY
EDM doesn’t refer to a narrow subgenre; it’s a broad category that includes styles like house and techno.
In Japan, house music and drum and bass are particularly popular.
ASY, the group that released “S.T.A.R.S.,” is an EDM group specializing in drum and bass.
Because drum and bass is driven by the beat, they’re an irresistible group for anyone who wants to revel in rhythm and groove.
AUTUMNYAMATO
Yamato is a Japanese DJ who specializes in house music, particularly tech house and electro house.
He’s an internationally active artist who won the Coca-Cola–hosted burn WORLD DJ CONTEST 2013 JAPAN, and later performed alongside Avicii at the world finals held in Ibiza.
His track “AUTUMN” is one of his signature songs, a work polished into a glamorous and stylish piece.