[Reggae 101] Enjoy the Music! A Roundup of Popular Japanese Reggae Artists
“Japa-reggae” is reggae music born in Jamaica, evolved with a distinctly Japanese sensibility.
Its sound and lyrics bring a unique radiance to the music scene.
The gentle, embracing rhythms and the delicate lyrical expression unique to the Japanese language are its charms.
In this article, we’ll introduce artists who let you fully savor the appeal of Japa-reggae.
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[Reggae 101] Enjoy the Music! Roundup of Popular Japanese Reggae Artists (21–30)
Osaka PrideRED SPIDER
He has produced over 300 tracks to date, while also delivering nearly 100 shows a year—featuring fierce MCing, original dubplates, and a high-quality sound system.
He moves freely between Jamaica and Japan.
He’s also known for his one-man festival “State of Emergency,” where he faces the audience alone.
believelecca
She is a female reggae musician who is now also known for her work as a member of the Tokyo Metropolitan Assembly.
She broke through with the 2009 release of “For You.” Although she is from Tokyo, she turned her attention to the local scene, and having her own radio show in Hokkaido—which sparked her popularity—was also a major milestone in her career.
[Introduction to Reggae] Enjoy the Music! A Roundup of Popular Japanese Reggae Artists (31–40)
Reggae BusFire Ball
They are truly the pioneers who sparked the spread of Japanese reggae.
This collective of artists belongs to the sound system MIGHTY CROWN, based in Yokohama and active worldwide.
They’re a group where mixed sensibilities—rooted in Korean, American, Chinese, and Japanese cultural backgrounds—collide and create something unique.
DOKOKEN-U
KEN-U is known for his high-toned voice and a sweet, melodious singing style that captivates listeners.
His signature songs include “DOKO” and “SUMMER TIME.” In particular, many of his summer-themed tracks are beloved by a wide audience.
Day by DayMEGARYU
MEGARYU is a reggae duo from Gifu Prefecture, consisting of Megahorn and Ryurex.
They are known for their unique style that blends reggae with elements of hip-hop and R&B.
They are considered pioneering figures who helped energize Japan’s reggae scene.
ForeverPUSHIM
Singer PUSHIM has been active since 1999.
Her husky, resonant voice is the kind that captivates anyone who hears it even once.
She rose to prominence in the dancehall reggae scene, and with her undeniable talent she masterfully sings not only reggae but also soul, jazz, and gospel.
Do as you like.RYO the SKYWALKER
A reggae singer from Osaka known for light-footed tracks, a distinctive gravelly voice, and rapid-fire rhymes.
In 1994, he went to Jamaica and was blown away by authentic reggae.
After returning to Japan, he began performing as a deejay.
Gaining attention through features with Sugar Soul and Ram Jam World, he made his major debut in 2000 with SUNNY DAY WALK.