Recommended Japanese techno bands. Popular and signature songs with technopop sound.

When we think of techno, the image that comes to mind is Detroit in the United States—rooted in Black music, a sound derived from the then-buzzing house music that energized the underground scene.

From there, its popularity spread to Europe and, before long, it became something you could frequently hear in Japan as well, interpreted under the term “technopop.”

Fast-forward to today, techno retains a strong following, with many musicians incorporating techno-inspired approaches into band formats.

In this feature, we’ll introduce works by Japanese techno and technopop bands and units, both old and new!

You’ll find tracks brimming with classic new wave vibes and synth-pop, with elements of rock crossing over too.

Some groups aren’t even organized in the conventional band format, which makes the scene feel all the more fresh.