[2026] Mixed-Gender Japanese Music Bands Compilation [Also Useful for Cover Band References]
Are there any of you who are thinking of starting a band and want to form a mixed-gender group?
There may also be listeners who want to see performances by mixed-gender bands.
In this article, we’ll introduce a wide range of domestic rock bands that include both male and female members.
We’ve gathered various bands regardless of member count or genre—bands with only one man, bands with only one woman, and even bands split half and half—so please use this as a reference.
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[2026] Mixed-Gender Japanese Music Bands Summary [Also Useful for Cover Band References] (31–40)
KAKUHENsugoi bando-mei ni shitakatta.
“We Wanted a Crazy Band Name.” has been drawing attention as a trailblazer of a new era in comic bands.
Formed in 2017, this mixed-gender group has been making waves with a unique sound that fuses comic-band flair with loud rock.
Their tracks, available on Apple Music and TuneCore Japan, offer a fresh entertainment experience woven from laughter, tears, and dance.
Their one-man shows attract over 120 attendees, earning praise for energetic, audience-engaging performances.
Balancing music and comedy with finesse, they carry on the legacy of classic comic bands while pursuing an entirely new form of expression.
A five-piece group highly recommended for anyone who wants to wholeheartedly enjoy both music and comedy.
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Holoyoi is a rising three-piece co-ed band garnering attention.
With a free-spirited approach unconstrained by genre, they craft a unique groove that blends elements of J-pop and Black music.
They launched in March 2022 via the music distribution site Eggs, and are characterized by clear, twin male–female vocals and a distinctly Japanese sensibility expressed through seasonal words and tanka-like phrasing.
From the very first day of release, they earned the No.
1 spot on the daily artist rankings and the No.
1 position in the Alternative category, receiving high praise as a skilled act right from their debut.
Holoyoi also participates in Pony Canyon and DIGLE MAGAZINE’s next-generation artist discovery project “early Reflection.” With a singular worldview that wavers between reality and dreams, and richly expressive songs made possible by their twin-vocal setup, they captivate music fans with a delicate sensibility.
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Reisan is a rising band attracting attention on the music scene.
Formed in December 2021, they’ve captivated many listeners with a unique sound that fuses rock and pop around a hip-hop core.
Their hallmark is CLR’s expressive vocals—interweaving rap and singing—paired with a powerful, full-bodied sound from the skilled members.
Their February 2024 EP, “PEAK TIME,” further broadened their musical range.
The nationwide one-man tour “NICE BUDDY” held in 2025 saw every show sell out on the same day tickets went on sale.
They’ve also been active beyond music, including a collaboration with Kasugai Confectionery’s “Mochira,” earning high praise from the media.
They’re a recommended band for listeners seeking new possibilities in music.
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Kroi is gaining attention for their musical style rooted in Black music, blending a wide range of genres including R&B, funk, soul, rock, and hip-hop.
Formed in February 2018, they rose to prominence by winning an audition out of roughly 3,000 groups and performing at Summer Sonic, among other remarkable achievements.
They made their major debut with the album “LENS” in June 2021, and in January 2024 held a one-man show at the Nippon Budokan in Tokyo.
Each member brings a different musical background, drawing influence from a wide array of artists such as Red Hot Chili Peppers, Lauryn Hill, and Earth, Wind & Fire.
They’re a five-piece band perfect for music fans seeking a unique, genre-crossing mixture sound that transcends scene boundaries.
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Quarter-Century Boys is a rock band that creates a captivating sound with male-female twin vocals.
Formed in Tokyo in October 2021, the four-piece features two vocalists, Naoki Hontai and Kurata, whose call-and-response and harmonies draw out deep emotion.
Their songs range from powerful guitar rock where the two voices intertwine, to dazzling pop tunes, all sprinkled with nostalgic wordplay.
They kicked off energetic activity with their first live show in Niigata in December 2021 and the release of a demo CD.
In 2022, they collaborated with the Tokyo band Sukoyakanaru Korara on a split release, crafting an energetic pop sound with both bands’ vocalists singing together and earning attention.
Incorporating a wide spectrum of genres from punk and melodic hardcore to hardcore, they boast a rich musicality made possible by twin vocals.
They’re a must-listen for music fans seeking a fusion of robust rock sound and bright, pop-inflected singing.
[2026] Mixed-Gender Japanese Music Bands Compilation [Also Useful for Cover Band References] (41–50)
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GO!GO!7188 is a band formed around Yuu and Akko, who hail from Kagoshima Prefecture.
The two women handled twin vocals as well as guitar and bass, while the male member Turkey played drums.
Their hallmark is a distinctive band sound that makes the most of fresh, breezy melodies.
In their signature song “Koi no Uta,” they created a simple yet one-of-a-kind sound in which every part feels like a chorus.
They’re a rock band that delivers punkish performances paired with girlish lyrics themed around youth and romance.
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Tricot is a rock band active at music festivals across Japan in every genre.
The group consists of four members, including Ikkyu Nakajima—who also performs as the vocalist of the five-piece band Geniehig—serving as the band’s vocalist.
Yusuke Yoshida, the only male member, plays drums.
Their hallmark is a rock sound featuring irregular time signatures and unconventional song structures.
All members participate in songwriting, with Ikkyu Nakajima writing the lyrics for almost all of their tracks.
They are known for delivering aggressive live performances paired with highly technical band playing.