Songs related to Mie Prefecture. Beloved local tunes of Mie that continue to be cherished.
Mie Prefecture is a place where the tradition of pouring feelings for one’s hometown and its landscapes into song still remains strong.
From the historic Ise Grand Shrine and the Kumano Kodo pilgrimage routes, to Ago Bay famed for its pearls, and the majestic Suzuka Mountains, Mie’s songs have been nurtured by its rich nature and culture.
From nostalgic children’s songs and moving folk tunes to contemporary local anthems, we bring you music that carries a variety of sentiments.
Are there any songs you know that are connected to Mie Prefecture? Songs rooted in a place are filled with a charm that makes you want to hum along.
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Songs related to Mie Prefecture. Beloved local songs of Mie (11–20)
“Mijumarism” — Mie Prefecture Version
Cuing seaside, mountain, and village scenes of Mie, a bouncing beat and claps invite you into a pop groove.
Repeated wordplay and call-and-response design create a friendly feel, as the song tells a guide’s-eye story that leads listeners to local landmarks.
Pride in one’s hometown and the joy of dancing together breathe through its light melody.
Released in July 2023 as an official video within a prefectural regional-collaboration project.
The original track is a regional version based on a pre-release from March 2023, tied to Mijumaru-themed tourism initiatives and resonating with on-site plans like a wrapped limited express debuting in 2025.
Perfect for family drives, outings, and dances at schools or events.
It’s also great for setting the mood before a trip to Mie—sure to spark your excitement.
Song of YokkaichiIto Hideshi
A rustic folk song that feels like filling your lungs with Mie’s air.
It gently reflects the breath of the city and the presence of sea and mountains, awakening memories of home.
The song weaves in place names and scenes of everyday life, wrapping the heart of homecoming in the soft resonance of acoustics.
The vocals are intimate, as if speaking to you, and the chorus opens brightly like a horizon.
Its arrangement shines even in a simple voice-and-guitar performance, and it’s incredibly easy to hum along to.
Included on the 2007 album “Let’s Go Home (Uchi e Kaerō).” Hideshi Ito’s 2003 “Grandfather’s Clock – ZuZu Version” reached No.
17 on the Oricon overall chart and sold over 200,000 copies, and this work stands out in that lineage of “local-themed series.” Perfect for road trips, drives home, or evening strolls.
Highly recommended!
Dive into EspañaKatte ni Kankō Kyōkai
A delightful piece of local pop bursting with the scent of the sea and sparkling humor.
It briskly links the breath of the ama divers, the morning at Meoto Iwa (the Married Couple Rocks), and even Ise udon and Matsusaka beef, all while letting a quiet affection for the hometown seep through behind the laughs.
Styled as a musical that borrows the guise of a tourist guide, this song conjures vivid scenes of Mie as you listen.
Released in February 2008, it was included after its appearance on the album “Katte ni Kankō Kyōkai Vol.
2” (2004), and later on the album “Katte ni Gotōchi Song 47+1: Japan Nationwide Ryokan Recordings.” Composed by Jun Miura and produced by the Katte ni Kankō Kyōkai.
There were no tie-ins.
This work is perfect for before or after a trip to Ise-Shima, or whenever you want a hometown song to lift your spirits.
Recommended for those who want to enjoy local culture with a light touch or brighten their mood with a comical regional tune.
Futami Love StoryTabata Yoshio
A supple yet robust song that feels like the Ise sea breeze caressing your cheeks.
It dissolves into the rhythm of the surf, and the promises exchanged before the Futamiura sunrise and the Meoto Iwa quietly kindle a light in a traveler’s heart.
In this piece, trust in bonds that are re-tied even when apart seeps into Yoshio Tabata’s low register and the spaces around his guitar, enveloping the entire work.
Prayers and shadows of farewell drifting between the waves are the very memories of the journey.
The phrasing of island folk songs overlaps with the nautical chart of Mie, and words that shimmer like pearls leave a lingering afterglow.
Included on the December 2003 album “Shima Uta 2 ~Yoshio Tabata~.” A guitar performance version is also featured on “Batayan no Shima Uta Best” from September 2013.
It’s a song that gently accompanies you on the way to and from Ise Grand Shrine, or whenever you want to recall your hometown.
What scenery does it bring to your mind?
Ise PilgrimageMizumori Kaori
Kaori Mizumori, who can sing almost all the local songs from prefectures across Japan, includes solid references to Ise’s sightseeing spots even in this breakup-themed song.
The Meoto Iwa (Wedded Rocks) in Ise are famous, and above all, pearls are a local specialty.
Saori Yoshida, the wrestler, is also from Mie Prefecture, and when she achieved her third consecutive Olympic gold, she even asked for pearls as a gift.
Yunoyama Shower of DrizzleYashio Ayako
This is a secret-love song themed around Yunoyama Onsen, a hot spring resort famous even within Mie Prefecture.
As is typical for local songs, it avoids explicit proper nouns like pearls and the ropeway, yet when it comes to a ropeway at Yunoyama Onsen, the Gozaisho Ropeway naturally comes to mind.
It is one of the largest in Japan and home to Mie Prefecture’s only ski area.
Songs related to Mie Prefecture: Beloved local tunes from Mie (21–30)
Mie Prefectural AnthemMie-ken
This prefectural anthem was released in April 1964 to coincide with the completion of the new government building and the adoption of the prefectural emblem.
The lyrics were written by Kiyoko Tsujihashi, selected through a public contest, and the music was composed by Nobuo Iida, known for his film scores.
The lyrics weave in landscapes such as the Ise Sea, the Suzuka Mountains, the Isuzu River, and places like Kumano and Ise, encapsulating the charm of the hometown.
Its bright, dignified melody evokes the energy of Japan’s period of rapid economic growth.
It’s a song that has long been loved by residents—truly a regional treasure.