[Songs of Saitama] A Wealth of Humor-Filled Classics! Local Anthems Packed with Love for Saitama

We are DiamondsUrawa Reddozu Ofisharu Songu

We are Diamonds / Urawa Reds Official Song

This is the official song of the Urawa Reds, the soccer club that Saitama is proud of.

Unusual for a supporters’ chant, its grand, ballad-like melody seems to convey not only the joy of victory but also the unshakeable bond between supporters and players as they overcome tough times together.

Released as a single in December 1992, the song was later included on albums such as KEEP ON RISING.

Although it didn’t catch on immediately, it became a stadium-shaking anthem after supporters themselves began to sing it.

When you want to unite hearts with your teammates toward a common goal, this song is sure to give you a surge of fiery strength.

For some reason, Saitama.saitamanzou

For Some Reason, Saitama milky326 (Original by Saitamanzō)

Saitamanzo, a singer, TV personality, and baseball umpire from Okayama Prefecture, performs the local song “Nazeka Saitama” (“For Some Reason, Saitama”).

It’s a quirky comic song themed around Saitama Prefecture.

It also gained attention for being used as an insert song in the 2019 film “Fly Me to the Saitama.” Riding the buzz from this track, Saitamanzo went on to release two more comic songs that same year: “Saitama Olympic Ondo” and “Nazeka Saitama ni Umi ga Nai” (“For Some Reason, There’s No Sea in Saitama”).

Listening to them as a set might make you feel even more attached to Saitama!

Omiya Sunsetsupittsu

Spitz - Omiya Sunset music video (doodle)

Omiya-san Set, a Saitama-themed song sung by Spitz, was included as the B-side to the single Yume Oi Mushi, released in 2001.

The piece is said to have been created with the sunset seen from a live music venue in Omiya—where they performed in their early days—as its motif.

Upon release, a Saitama Prefecture–exclusive sleeve case was also issued in homage to the title’s Omiya.

A Scorching Love Story: KUMAGAYA Fall in LoveCheuni & Jonio

Cheuni & Joni-o / A Scorching Love Story ~KUMAGAYA Fall in Love~

Set in Kumagaya, Japan’s hottest city, this is a comedic duet that portrays a blazing romance between adults.

The passionate yet humorous back-and-forth between powerhouse vocalist Cheuni and comedian Jonio Iwai is irresistible.

Released as a single in August 2018, the song also tied in with a local revitalization event in Kumagaya.

Its playful take on the heated push-and-pull between a man and a woman is sure to bring a smile to your face.

Listening to it, you can feel Saitama’s unique sense of humor and a powerful hometown pride that turns even oppressive heat into a charming asset.

On the Day of DepartureSakushi: Kojima Noboru / Sakkyoku: Sakamoto Hiromi

[Chorus Song] On the Day of Departure / With Lyrics / Singing Practice / Graduation Song #chorus #classchorus #graduationsong #choruscontest

Tabidachi no Hi ni, a classic choral piece sung at elementary and junior high schools across Japan, is also highly popular as a graduation song.

It was created by teachers at a junior high school in Chichibu City, Saitama Prefecture.

At the time, Principal Noboru Kojima aimed to transform a troubled school into one filled with singing voices.

By increasing opportunities for choral singing and working tirelessly with music teacher Hiromi Sakamoto, they succeeded in brightening the school’s atmosphere.

As a culmination of these efforts, they wished to give the graduating students a one-of-a-kind gift—and that is how this song was born.

Knowing this story makes the song resonate even more deeply.

Nice going, Saitama.Katte ni Kankō Kyōkai

Saitama Prefecture Local Song “Yarune Saitama” / Unofficial Tourism Association

This is a Saitama-themed song by “Katte ni Kanko Kyokai” (The Unofficial Tourism Association), the unit of Jun Miura and Hajime Anzai known for promoting regions with their unique sense of humor.

From famous spots like Nagatoro and Mount Bukō to local specialties like jelly-fry, Saitama-specific keywords pop up one after another, celebrating the prefecture’s appeal with a rhythmic vibe.

The song first appeared on the album “Katte ni Gotōchi Song 47+1: Nippon Zenkoku Ryokan Rokuon,” released in February 2008, and was recorded at a local inn.

It was also created in conjunction with a TV Saitama program, and its playful spirit conveys Saitama’s unique charm as soon as you listen.

A place where the heart returnsOku Hanako

A place where the heart returns

This is a song by singer-songwriter Hanako Oku, created as the theme for the anime commemorating the 60th anniversary of Soka City in Saitama Prefecture.

The lyrics weave in the historic rows of pine trees and the seasonal scenery that Oku herself felt while walking through Soka.

Written specifically for the anime “To the Future (Place) Where You Wait,” which premiered in November 2018, the song was included in the limited first edition of the album “KASUMISOU.” Filled with warmth, it gently reaches the hearts of people with ties to Soka as well as those striving far from home, conveying the comforting message that “there’s always a place you can return to.”