[2026] Classic songs themed on Kochi: A roundup of local songs and municipal anthems
Kochi Prefecture, a southern land facing the Pacific Ocean.
Blessed with a warm climate and lush, abundant nature, it is the land of Tosa, home to many captivating landscapes such as the clear-flowing Shimanto River and Katsurahama Beach.
From songs that celebrate the sound of the Tosa dialect and its distinctive atmosphere to official anthems of cities and towns, a remarkable variety of music has been born here.
Songs inspired by the relaxed temperament of its people, their passionate spirit, and the grandeur of nature convey Kochi’s culture and history to the present day.
Now, let us guide you into the world of songs connected to Kochi Prefecture.
Through lyrics brimming with local pride and pleasant melodies, you’re sure to fully feel the charm of Tosa.
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[2026] Masterpieces themed around Kochi: A roundup of local songs and municipal anthems (31–40)
Ryoma Goes Forth Opening ThemeNHK kōkyō gakudan
There are many songs themed around Sakamoto Ryoma, but this one is the opening theme of the historical drama “Ryoma ga Yuku,” based on a novel by Ryotaro Shiba and composed by Yoshio Mamiya.
Since very little footage of this drama survives, this can be considered a valuable video.
Tosa Sweets OndoShimomura Miyuki
This is a song about sweets sold in Kochi Prefecture.
If I have the chance to visit Kochi, I’d love to try them.
The video features a geisha who works at a traditional restaurant in Kochi City.
The singer is Miyuki Shimomura, who serves as an MC at various events.
Eternal Clear Streammichi
This song was used as the image song for the Shimanto Youth Hostel, which operated until January 2013 in Shimanto City in the southwest of Kochi Prefecture.
If you’ve stayed there, you may have heard it.
It’s characterized by a beautiful singing voice.
Foggy Dosan LineRyuko Mizuki
This is a song themed around the Dosan Line, a JR Shikoku railway line that runs through Kochi Prefecture.
It’s sung by Ryuko Mizuta and was released in 2011.
The composer is Hideo Mizumori, and the lyricist is Reiji Mizuki.
Listening to it makes you want to take a journey swaying on a train, doesn’t it?
Susaki Suki Character Shinjo-kun no Utaishida yousuke
Shinjō-kun is the mascot character of Susaki City in Kochi Prefecture, created with the extinct Japanese river otter as its motif.
He ranked fourth in the 2014 Yuru-chara contest.
His theme song is this “Susaki Suki Chara Shinjō-kun no Uta.”
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The Four Seasons and the Shimanto Rivermamekuwa
This is also a song themed around the Shimanto River, and as the title suggests, it sings about the river’s charms in each season.
The original was performed by Barb Satake, known for “Onna-gokoro no Uta,” but this video is a cover version by Mamesawa.
Cape MurotoKawano Natsumi
This is a song about Cape Muroto in Muroto City, Kochi Prefecture, which has been designated a National Place of Scenic Beauty.
The singer is Natsumi Kawano, and it was released in 2007.
The lyrics were written by Ryutaro Kinoshita, who has created many local-themed songs, and the music was composed by Tetsuya Gen, who has produced as many as 2,000 works.