A popular male singer-songwriter in Japanese music

countrysideTamaki Kōji

Pastoral – Koji Tamaki (Full)

It was released in 1996 as Koji Tamaki’s 11th single.

The song was used as the theme for the Fuji TV Thursday Theater drama “Coach,” in which Tamaki himself appeared.

It became his first solo work to reach the top three on the Oricon charts and was a massive hit, selling 920,000 copies—the biggest hit of his solo career.

Sorrow like snowHamada Shogo

Sadness Like Snow (ON THE ROAD 2011 “The Last Weekend”)

It’s a song included on Shogo Hamada’s 1981 album “Ai no Sedai no Mae ni” (Before the Generation of Love), which was released as a single in 1981.

Although it wasn’t a major hit at the time, it was later chosen as the theme song for the 1992 TV drama “Ai to Iu Na no Moto ni” (In the Name of Love).

A heavily rearranged remake was released, and it debuted at number one for two consecutive weeks on the charts, becoming Hamada’s biggest hit.

My true feelingsTakahashi Yuu

Yu Takahashi 'True Feelings'

Yu Takahashi is a singer-songwriter from Yokote City who made his major debut in 2010.

“Honto no Kimochi” is his second single, released in November 2010, and it was used as the ending theme for the TV drama Q10.

Something CertainOda Kazumasa

A Certain Thing – Kazumasa Oda

Kazumasa Oda has been a driving force in Japan’s music scene since the 1970s.

As the leader and vocalist of Off Course and as a solo artist, he has continued to thrive.

He spans a wide range of genres—from J-POP to AOR and New Music—and is not only a distinguished vocalist but also a talented multi-instrumentalist on keyboards, guitar, and more.

In 1982, he demonstrated his overwhelming popularity by successfully holding ten consecutive days of concerts at the Nippon Budokan.

In his solo career, many of his songs have been featured as themes for TV dramas and films, making him beloved across generations.

Oda’s warm voice and heartfelt lyrics feel like a dear friend who stays by your side at life’s important moments.

Highly recommended for anyone seeking comfort and courage through music.

two twenty-eightH!de

Birthday Song for Mother - H!dE “2.28 (Ni-Ni-Hachi)”

With his handsome, sweet looks and an adorable smile, H!dE packs a punch that rivals his cute music videos (you should definitely see it live to confirm).

His gentle voice that slips right into your heart and lyrics that reveal a caring personality are truly captivating.

I came here by bike.SLOTH

SLOTH / “Came Here by Bike” OFFICIAL VIDEO

A rare, pure youth anthem by the famed “man of legend” known to those in the know.

Do you remember them? The boys who, eight years ago, posted purikura photos on social media with the caption “Came by bike.” A phrase that often became a punchline has been reimagined with those boys now grown up, resulting in a refreshing coming-of-age song.

Kinta’s Great AdventureTsuboi Norio

I sang 'Kinta no Daibōken'.

A well-known classic, to say the least.

If I recall, it first gained attention on the radio as a dirty joke song.

Later it went viral on the internet and became a huge hit in real life, especially among elementary school kids.

I bet a lot of people know it for some reason.

It’s even in karaoke, so give it a try.