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! (21–30)
Bells of New LifeKen Ishii
Ken Ishii, also known as the Techno God of the East, is a techno DJ and musician who represents Japan.
He can be considered the first techno artist to receive high acclaim overseas since the 1990s, and his achievements are truly significant.
The music video for Bells of New Life, released in 2019, was directed by Yuichi Kodama, who has also worked on videos for Ringo Sheena and Hikaru Utada.
Its highly artistic visuals and sounds that evoke weightlessness and euphoria blend vividly to express a one-of-a-kind world.
Contradiction feat.Tyler CarterKSUKE
KSUKE is a Japanese DJ who is active on the global stage.
He’s also known for his work in Coronananomore-momo, a franchise project of Maximum the Hormone.
Rather than being a hardcore club DJ, he’s notable for delivering refined, luxurious sounds—often performing booths for high-end and apparel brands—that leave a sophisticated impression.
His signature track “Contradiction feat.
Tyler Carter” is a collaboration with the globally active singer Tyler Carter, and the song as a whole is arranged with a stylish vibe.
FleetingIkeuchi Yoshikatsu
Yoshikatsu Ikeuchi is a Japanese DJ known for his pop-infused electronica.
With a composer for an uncle, he grew up close to music and began composing in elementary school.
As a result, his musicality is highly refined, and he garnered strong acclaim from his debut.
His greatest charm lies in his catchy, upbeat style.
Every release features approachable melodies, making his work highly recommended for beginners.
In conclusion
This time, we introduced Japanese EDM artists, and as we noted, Japanese EDM tends to have lighter sounds compared to overseas tracks! The use of traditional Japanese-style elements is also part of its appeal.
Rug Music has other articles featuring EDM as well, so be sure to check them out!