Romankakumei is a cutting-edge revolutionary band formed in Kyoto.
A six-piece that deftly weaves elements of Showa-era kayokyoku and mood kayokyoku, as if renovating an old traditional house.
Within just a few months of forming, they performed at RISING SUN ROCK FESTIVAL and SUMMER SONIC.
Their meticulously crafted music videos have become a hot topic, stirring up buzz not only at live venues but also across the internet.
The charm of Romankakumei’s music lies in its mysterious energy that makes you forget the uncertainties of our times and the passing of time itself.
We’ll introduce some recommended tracks, so be sure to check out the videos as well.
Even when you listen alone, they’ll lift your spirits and soothe you!
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Summertimeromankakumei
The melody in the chorus is so catchy I can’t get it out of my head! The rhythm feels amazing.
It even brings in a dance beat and rap you don’t hear much in other songs, capturing a sparkly vibe and the carefree feeling of summer.
The way the song keeps developing means I never get tired of listening to it!
KYOTOromankakumei
Isn’t it a song that naturally puts anyone who hears it in a cheerful mood? A shuffle beat, a distinctive melody, and intertwining guitar and horn lines.
Its structure is solid with plenty of sharp accents, yet thanks to Roman Kakumei’s signature laid-back spice, it somehow feels happily carefree—like everyone’s singing together while relaxing at a public bath!
Love is 1/2romankakumei
A song I’d like to recommend as a flagship track in the quietly surging revival boom! They probably didn’t experience it in real time, but I sense an atmosphere close to the sounds that appeared in Japanese kayōkyoku in the early ’80s.
The manga-style music video also leans nicely into that sound! At their live shows, you’ll feel as if you’re floating in a dream even more.
Afternoon Coffeeromankakumei
It’s a mood number that starts with a jazzy vibe.
The structure is simple, but you can catch a glimpse of the band’s wide-ranging sound.
The whisper-like vocal line will gently envelop you, making it feel intimate—as if they’re playing right nearby—even in the largest venues.
That summerromankakumei
Among the songs from Roman Kakumei, this is a relatively relaxed kayō-style ballad.
It captures the feeling of time passing slowly with a perfectly judged tempo.
The chant-like melody of the chorus will stick in your head after just one listen.
The music video fully depicts the bittersweet youth of the Showa era.
Though it’s only about five minutes long, it should leave you with the satisfaction of having watched an entire film.
Blue Springromankakumei
The classic rock number that Roman Kakumei delivers feels fresh in some way.
It makes you want to sing along at a live show.
In the MV, the members go wild around the streets of Kyoto, which is great! There are touches of a somewhat bittersweet melody sprinkled throughout, and I think that actually heightens the high-energy parts.
Will they save it for the finale at their concerts?!
Lovely moon nightromankakumei
A song that will make you feel absolutely happy even if you listen to it on a lonely night.
The gentle, embracing sound really stands out! The music video is a must-see, too.
It weaves in parodies of classic art and film as it goes.
One thing most of Roman Kakumei’s songs have in common is that they leave you feeling happy in the end.
If you listen to it at night, it might cheer you up so much you can’t fall asleep (lol).