Miyagi Prefecture has flourished as the gateway to the Tohoku region and developed into one of Japan’s leading cities.
Its climate, unique culture, rich natural surroundings, and charming cityscapes have been celebrated in countless songs over the years.
In this article, we’ve picked out “Songs of Miyagi” that let you feel the prefecture’s allure through music.
From classic tracks that capture Miyagi’s landscapes, to local anthems by popular artists, to humorous novelty songs, we’ll introduce music brimming with love for Miyagi.
Be sure to listen and let your thoughts wander to the land of Miyagi!
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[Miyagi Songs] Popular Tracks Celebrating Landmarks and Local Specialties & Beloved Classics Filled with Hometown Love (1–10)
Aoba Castle Love Songsatou muneyuki
From the very introduction, this is a local song that somehow puts you at ease.
It doesn’t overtly tout the region’s virtues; it simply sings about the ordinary scenery that’s just there.
The melody and lyrics are striking, conveying the purity of the water and the lushness of nature.
It’s a classic that has long been cherished by the people of Sendai.
Ah, Miyagi PrefectureYoshikawa Danjirō
This is a song brimming with love for Miyagi, memorable for its Tohoku-accented lyrics and humorous melody.
Even as the protagonist is bewildered by the dazzling neon lights of the big city, you can feel their pure affection for home in the way they think of the region’s world-renowned rice and its beautiful landscapes.
The repeated “dandan” rhythm sticks in your head after a single listen and naturally lifts your spirits.
Released as a single in April 1976, this piece may warm your heart—especially if you’re working hard away from home or want to let your thoughts drift to Miyagi.
Miss SendaiFutaba Akiko
This song nostalgically sings of the beautiful four seasons in Sendai, the City of Forests, and a faint budding romance born in the castle town.
You can almost picture the babbling of the Hirose River and the streets below Aoba Castle; listening to it feels like time-traveling to the good old Sendai.
Released in July 1936, the piece recently drew renewed attention as a charming work when it was used as an insert song in the NHK morning drama Yell.
For those living away from their hometown, it will gently resonate with memories of Sendai’s nostalgic scenery.
Uma-velousMONKEY MAJIK × Sandoicchiman
It’s the ultimate party tune by MONKEY MAJIK and Sandwichman, who are both emblematic of Miyagi.
This track was created around Sandwichman’s Mikio Date’s famous “zero-calorie theory.” The lyrics even feature Miyagi specialties like gyutan (grilled beef tongue) and zunda mochi, radiating plenty of hometown pride.
Set to an authentic disco sound, the playful line “Calories can’t withstand high heat, so deep-fried food is fine!” will surely lift listeners’ spirits.
Once you hear it, the phrase “Umaverous” will stick in your head—an irresistibly fun song through and through.
Midnight, Sendai’s Kokubuncho.haji→
This is a hometown-love-filled song by Haji→ that humorously sings about the lively nightlife of Kokubuncho, Sendai’s entertainment district.
The sound, with a timbre reminiscent of the shamisen and elements of enka and festival music woven together, is a full-on festive romp.
It comically portrays how people end up cutting loose at parties with friends, and just listening to it puts you in a cheerful mood.
The track first appeared on the mini-album “Hajibam.” released in January 2011, and later was included with a new arrangement on the 2014 album “Meccha☆Hajibam.+1.” If you listen to it while imagining a night in Miyagi, you might find a whole new way to enjoy it.
Naruko GorgeMizumori Kaori
Set against one of Miyagi Prefecture’s most celebrated autumn foliage spots, this song portrays the feelings of a woman traveling alone while holding the memory of her beloved, now departed.
It’s said that Kaori Mizumori’s own profound grief over the loss of her father is reflected in her vocals, yet the piece is more than sorrow.
Many listeners may be moved by the warmth that feels like the deceased watching over her, as well as the sense of hope that looks toward tomorrow.
Released as a single in January 2021, it became her 18th consecutive Top 10 entry on the Oricon charts.
It’s an ideal companion for a journey spent remembering someone dear.
Total good-luck spreeSendai Kamotsu
This is a track by Sendai Kamotsu that conjures up a raucously cheerful festival scene, as if the Seven Lucky Gods are throwing a grand feast and scattering good fortune.
Beneath the powerful rock sound and humor, you can feel a warm affection and a desire to energize their hometown, Miyagi.
Released in September 2021 to celebrate the band’s 20th anniversary and the 10th anniversary of their reactivation, the song also landed a tie-in with the sushi chain Sushizanmai.
Watching President Kiyoshi Kimura appear as Ebisu in the music video, you might find yourself overwhelmed by the sheer force of it all—and your worries could just blow away.