A classic song celebrating Oita. The enduring spirit of our hometown [2026]
When you hear “Oita Prefecture,” what kind of image comes to mind?Many people might immediately think of it as the “onsen prefecture,” since it boasts the highest number of hot spring sources and the greatest volume of hot spring water in Japan, and is home to many nationally renowned hot spring resorts.In this article, we’ve selected and compiled local songs from Oita, as well as songs related to Oita by artists from the prefecture.You might even discover, “Oh, this song was connected to Oita?”Enjoy the read!
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A classic song about Oita. The enduring spirit of our hometown [2026] (31–40)
Feeling great and getting even better! Tosky exercisesHayami Kentarō
This is the song that was used as the opening theme for TOS Television Oita, sung by Kentaro Hayami, a former ‘Uta no Onii-san’ (the Singing Big Brother).
The choreography was created by Hiromichi Sato, the former ‘Taiso no Onii-san’ (the Gymnastics Big Brother), so it’s a must-listen for fans of ‘Okaasan to Issho.’
Oita Prefectural Sports SongTachikawa Kiyoto
The Oita Prefectural Sports Festival began in 1948.
This song has been used as its theme since 1950, and it was also used at the National Sports Festival held in 1966 and 2008.
CDs have been distributed to schools and other institutions, so many residents of Oita Prefecture have likely heard it.
Oita City Songongaku o aisuru Ōita shimin no kai
This is a song about Oita City, the capital of Oita Prefecture.
Oita City merged with surrounding municipalities, including Tsurusaki City, in 1963, and this song was composed in 1983 to commemorate the 20th anniversary of that merger.
This video is from the celebratory concert held for the 100th anniversary of Oita City’s founding.
Future-colored WindUsa shimin gasshōdan
This is the image song of Usa City, located in the northern part of Oita Prefecture.
In 2009, it was presented to the city by an executive committee composed of four chorus groups active within the city.
This video shows the scene when it was performed at the 6th Usa Sound Festival.
Harbor SeekerAikawa Masaki
This was the debut single of the enka singer Masaki Aigawa, who enjoys great popularity among women, released in 2008.
The lyrics were written by Reiji Mizuki, known as a hit maker.
The song is about Beppu, and it’s characterized by a richly atmospheric singing style.
A classic song about Oita. The enduring spirit of our hometown [2026] (41–50)
The Song of Saiki Gomadashi UdonShinyashiki Anettai Gakudan
Gomadashi is a seasoning used in Saiki City, made from ingredients such as fish meat, soy sauce, and sesame.
Udon topped with gomadashi is called “gomadashi udon,” and it has been selected as one of the Top 100 Rural Local Dishes.
This song celebrates its appeal.
Song of HitaMoriyori Kō
Hita City is a city located in the northwestern part of Oita Prefecture.
It is characterized by its many rivers and is also called a “water town.” This song sings about the charms of Hita City, and it notably uses partial rhymes.
The video also includes many images showing scenes from Hita City.