[Song of Shimane] Izumo, Matsue, Tsuwano... Exquisite masterpieces depicting Shimane
Warm-hearted people, beautiful scenery, and tales of the gods.
The songs born from Shimane’s climate overflow with feelings for one’s hometown and deep local pride.
In this article, we’ll share the charm of songs connected to Shimane, carried on the winds of the Sea of Japan.
“Songs about Shimane” range widely—from pieces that depict its landscapes, to heartbreak songs that intertwine famous sights with the feelings of love, to local tunes that convey every facet of Shimane’s appeal.
Please enjoy these gems of music, where nostalgia and freshness are woven together.
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[Song of Shimane] Izumo, Matsue, Tsuwano... Exquisite masterpieces that depict Shimane (21–30)
Tsuwano RiverShimazu Etsuko
It’s an enka song about Tsuwano Town in Shimane Prefecture.
I think Ms.
Shimazu has a very sultry voice.
She really puts her vibrato to good use, making it a compelling song to listen to.
The wistful melody matches the lyrics perfectly.
Two People’s Castle TownOgawa Takeru
Takeru Ogawa is an enka singer from Matsue City in Shimane Prefecture.
He performed a song that turns the castle town of Matsue into enka.
His voice is wonderfully clear and expansive, but above all, he looks as handsome as an idol.
I hope he becomes the next Kiyoshi Hikawa.
I like you, I like you.ai to chikyuu to kyoubainin
Aika Tsubota, from Hirata City in Shimane Prefecture, passed away at a young age but left the work “Love, the Earth, and the Auctioneer” to the world.
This song is the theme for the musical adaptation of that work.
It’s a very peaceful and heartwarming song.
Matsue NocturneHorie Mami
I think this song, which Horie-san sings while accompanying himself on guitar, is perfect to listen to while having a drink and looking at the night view of Matsue reflected on Lake Shinji.
The bewitching music and vocals are very appealing—truly fitting for a city of water.
I hope Horie-san will have even more opportunities to shine.
Matsue Love DrizzleNagai Yuko
Mr.
Nagai sings many local songs themed around Shimane Prefecture.
This song also mentions various place names, like the Ohashi River in Matsue City, and it makes you want to actually visit those spots.
Mr.
Nagai is very beautiful, so I’d love to meet her sometime.
Yearning for Home Kagura MelodyNagai Yuko
Shimane Prefecture is known for its vibrant Kagura.
The Kagura of the Iwami region is especially famous, and Mr.
Nagai sings Kagura to a cool melody.
The lyrics encourage someone who has left their Shimane hometown and is working hard in Tokyo.
The guitar sounds really cool.
Tsuwano TidingsKawano Natsumi
Surprisingly, there are quite a few enka songs themed around Tsuwano.
Kawano has sprinkled the lyrics with many words that symbolize Tsuwano, such as iris flowers and cranes.
With her very clear voice, this song has a refreshing feel that would be perfect playing at a summer festival.