Japanese rock/pop bands recommended for men
There are plenty of bands I’d recommend to men, ranging from rugged and gritty to stylish and polished.There are countless Japanese bands out there.I’d like to introduce many of these recommended bands.You might discover music you’ve never heard before.
Recommended Japanese bands for men (1–10)
YUMEGIWA LATS BOYSUPERCAR
While they initially were a refreshing rock band with a sound that included elements of shoegaze, in their later period they forged a style that made extensive use of programmed beats.
The lyric “the last boy at the edge of dreams, the eternal infinity” is famous, and this track—also noted for being featured in Ping Pong—captivates with its airy, floating sound.
Spirit Of LoveSing Like Talking
SING LIKE TALKING has secured a firm place in Japan’s music scene with their sophisticated AOR sound.
Many listeners have surely been captivated by their urbane musicality that skillfully weaves in jazz and soul.
Since their 1988 debut, their prowess has been widely recognized, with albums like ENCOUNTER and togetherness topping the Oricon charts.
Vocalist Chikuzen Sato is not only known for his clear, expansive singing but is also a masterful keyboardist.
The way his gentle keyboard tones blend with his voice is the very definition of a sublime ensemble.
Their high level of musicianship—honed through collaborations with top-tier international players since their early days—is especially noteworthy.
They’re the perfect artists for those seeking authentic, high-quality pop or a band sound you can sit with and truly savor.
Thinking in Yura Yura Teikokuyurayura teikoku
This band is said to be the pinnacle of Japanese psychedelic rock.
Lyrics with a Shigeru Mizuki–like worldview are entwined with distorted guitar sounds.
The vocalist, Shintaro Sakamoto, is currently active as a solo artist and also writes lyrics for Cornelius.
RewriteASIAN KUNG-FU GENERATION
It was used as the opening theme for the anime Fullmetal Alchemist and became a major hit.
Among the series’ theme songs—famed for “always becoming hits” when tied in—this track ranks as one of the most popular, and alongside the show’s huge success, it was embraced not only by anime fans but also by rock listeners.
Masafumi Gotoh of ASIAN KUNG-FU GENERATION is known as a researcher who listens to music from every possible genre, and his high level of musicality is widely recognized.
Amber-Hued City, Morning of Shanghai Crabskururi
While being a rock band, they were quick to incorporate electronic sounds, and their broad sonic palette is part of their appeal.
In “Amber-Colored City, Morning of the Shanghai Crab,” they deliberately adopt a city-pop sound that feels somehow familiar and update it for today.
Don’t Stop Loveofukōsu
Off Course left a major mark on the Japanese pop scene with their beautiful melodies and harmonies.
Debuting in 1970, they centered their sound on folk rock and pop.
Their signature songs, “Sayonara” and “Yes-No,” are probably ones everyone has heard at least once.
At the core of the band was Kazumasa Oda, who sang while playing the keyboard.
His clear, high-register voice intertwined with delicate piano tones created a truly one-of-a-kind soundscape.
They rarely appeared on television, focusing instead on music production and concerts, and in 1982 they achieved a 10-day consecutive run of performances at the Nippon Budokan.
If you love beautiful piano melodies and vocals, or you’re exploring the roots of singer-songwriter performance, this is a band you should definitely listen to.
revolutionandymori
This band, which incorporates country elements into a simple rock sound, is influenced by India’s hippie culture and resonates with young people while embracing new values.
It is complex and literary, yet characterized by a simple, straightforward message.