From Big Names to Rising Stars: Western and Japanese Reggae Artists [2026]
When you hear the word “reggae,” what kind of songs come to mind? Beyond Jamaican reggae represented by Bob Marley, Japan’s uniquely evolved “Japa-reggae” has also become an indispensable part of the music scene.
In this article, we’ll introduce captivating artists who light up the reggae scene—covering both international and Japanese music.
You’re sure to discover new sounds that resonate with your heart.
Be sure to read to the end!
Playlist
| From Big Names to Rising Stars: Western and Japanese Reggae Artists [2026] | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| show_chart | Title | Playlist | Review |
| 1east | DOKOKEN-U | play_arrow | The music and sensibility of reggae singer KEN-U |
| 2east | May DayAPOLLO | play_arrow | From rapper to reggae artist, known for captivating high-speed rap |
| 3east | Lifetime RespectDOZAN11 | play_arrow | The musical life of DOZAN, a pioneering figure in Japanese reggae |
| 4east | The Mole’s SongEXPRESS | play_arrow | The musical world of reggae rapper EXPRESS |
| 5east | If you wanna go, then go.NANJAMAN | play_arrow | The appeal of the musicians who built the reggae scene |
| 6east | I prayPUSHIM | play_arrow | PUSHIM, the queen of the Japanese reggae scene |
| 7east | Even though you haven’t even done itRAY | play_arrow | The soul-stirring music of reggae singer RAY |
| 8east | From Distance feat.PUSHIMRYO the SKYWALKER | play_arrow | RYO the SKYWALKER’s reggae activities |
| 9east | Dearlecca | play_arrow | Active across diverse musical styles with reggae as the foundation |
| 10east | While listening to reggaeTAKAFIN | play_arrow | DJ Takafin, who is active in the reggae scene |
| 11east | Reggae BusFire Ball | play_arrow | An artist from MIGHTY CROWN who helped popularize Japanese reggae |
| 12east | Step right up!775 | play_arrow | A female Japanese reggae DJ from Osaka with a strong local flavor |
| 13east | ADVISEARARE | play_arrow | From Yokohama, the skilled reggae DJ ARARE |
| 14east | Intersection feat. EXPRESSBANTY FOOT | play_arrow | Banty Foot, a reggae sound crew from Nagoya |
| 15east | LIGHT feat. KYO ToraLIFESTYLE | play_arrow | A collective of skilled producers in Japanese reggae |
| 16east | Wiz MiPETER MAN | play_arrow | A fiery Jamaican groove unleashed by a DJ from Naniwa |
| 17east | lion cubSPINNA B-ILL | play_arrow | The groove and vocals of Spinna B-ILL |
| 18east | RAPTUREKoffee | play_arrow | The Rise of Reggae Innovator Koffee and a Musical Revolution |
| 19east | Give ThanksJ-REXXX | play_arrow | Music artists active in reggae |
| 20east | VietnamJimmy Cliff | play_arrow | Legend of reggae, moved the world |
| 21east | ImpactCHEHON | play_arrow | The appeal of CHEHON, a reggae DJ known for his fast-paced rap |
| 22east | Only YouJah Cure | play_arrow | A reggae singer from Jamaica with a touch of melancholy |
| 23east | Alright then, bye-bye.chiikaman | play_arrow | The powerful music of reggae singer Chiikaman |
| 24east | One loveBob Marley | play_arrow | Bob Marley's music is love and liberation. |
| 25east | Cherry Oh BabyEric Donaldson | play_arrow | A legendary musician who brought reggae to the world |
| 26east | TO-KE-TEHAN-KUN | play_arrow | NAOKI from Shonan no Kaze begins solo activities |
| 27east | Day by DayMEGARYU | play_arrow | An innovative J-pop act by a reggae duo |
| 28east | Midsummer OrionMINMI | play_arrow | MINMI, the songstress of the Japanese reggae scene, and music |
| 29east | Osaka PrideRED SPIDER | play_arrow | Reggae sound system ignites the crowd |
| 30east | I was in love with you.SPICY CHOCOLATE | play_arrow | Reggae crew CHANGE, popular for their hit songs |
| 31east | (I Can’t Help) Falling In Love With YouUB40 | play_arrow | Reggae band UB40, bringing music to the world |
| 32east | SAMURAImanji rain | play_arrow | Yosuke Kubozuka captivates with lyrics and music |
| 33east | Life is GreatKotobukikun | play_arrow | Delivering courage to people through reggae music |
| 34east | True To MyselfZiggy Marley | play_arrow | Son from a musical family inherits his father's genes |
| 35east | Sweat (A La La La La Long)Inner Circle | play_arrow | A Jamaican reggae band, active after undergoing changes |


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