Yura Yura Teikoku Popular Song Rankings [2026]

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Yura Yura Teikoku “It’s Hollow” (Hollow)

Yura Yura Teikoku is a band famous for alternative psychedelic rock.

Some of their lyrics may seem incomprehensible at first, but once you listen, you’ll be hooked.

Even the title “Kudo desu” (“It’s a void/It’s hollow”) is suggestive, isn’t it? With a slow rhythm, it sings of a man’s heart.

It was used in Sion Sono’s film Love Exposure.

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Yura Yura Teikoku “Thinking in Yura Yura Teikoku” (Official Music Video)

Formed in 1989, Yura Yura Teikoku is a legendary J-rock band that has remained at the forefront of Japan’s rock scene, influencing many artists.

“Yura Yura Teikoku de Kangae Chuu” is their third single, released in 2000, and it was used as the opening theme for Fuji TV’s variety show “Waratte Iitomo.” The simple rock sound driven by guitar, bass, and drums is complemented by Shintaro Sakamoto’s murmured, talk-like vocals, which leave a strong impression.

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Hamada Takuya

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Yura Yura Teikoku “Three Nocturnal Creatures” (Official Music Video)

It’s included on Yura Yura Teikoku’s fourth album after their major-label debut.

Many people who hear it for the first time might laugh and think, “What is this weird song?” but it grows on you the more you listen.

The music video is unusual too: it features three people wearing hyottoko masks doing the Awa Odori dance endlessly.

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Almond chocolate

This sound image, with just the right amount of looseness in the shoulders, is irresistible.

It’s a track by the rock band Yura Yura Teikoku, which had a huge influence on later generations of musicians, included on their second album “Me No Car,” released in 1999.

Rather than analyzing the lyrics, just let yourself sink into the sound! It’s the kind of rock ’n’ roll that makes you want to introduce it that way.

The dry guitar tone intertwines with Shintaro Sakamoto’s vocals to create a truly one-of-a-kind world.

Perfect for when you want to lift your spirits!

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Araki Jakkan

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Yura Yura Teikoku live at RSR 2008

Unreasonable homework from cram school, blatantly unachievable goals from club activities, unfair demands from parents, sudden calls from friends.

What do they even think I am!? When you’re burdened with a feeling that’s neither anger nor sadness—something suspended in midair—why not try raising your hands and choosing not to resist, unbound by anything? It might help you avoid the risk of getting shot.

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Yura Yura Teikoku “Rock in Zukku” (Official Music Video)

Yura Yura Teikoku is a band that earned overwhelming support from hardcore music enthusiasts for their sophisticated musicality.

For anyone who loves Japanese rock, you simply can’t talk about the genre without mentioning them.

Among their many great songs, the one I especially recommend to men in their 40s as an easy one to sing is Zukku ni Rock.

It might sound a bit intense, but the vocal range isn’t that wide.

Even if you sing it a bit rough, it still sounds right—so definitely consider adding it to your repertoire.

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Ryo

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Yura Yura Teikoku “Luminous Body” (Official Music Video)

You’ll still find it feels fresh even today! The endlessly repeat-worthy “Hakkōtai” (Luminous Body) is a track by Yura Yura Teikoku, the rock band led by Shintaro Sakamoto.

It was released in 1998 as their debut single.

It’s an energetic rock sound, yet—whether it’s the lyrics or the vocals—it somehow comes across with a strangely twisted sonic character… and that contrast really gets you.

It’s a classic of ’90s rock that I’d love for younger generations to check out!

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Araki Jakkan

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