Introducing famous songs about Shizuoka: Local anthems and popular tracks [2026]
Shizuoka Prefecture, one of Japan’s most nature-rich regions.
With its majestic Mount Fuji, vast tea fields, and the shimmering waters of Suruga Bay, the breathtaking scenery this land boasts has stirred the hearts of many artists and set the stage for countless beloved songs.
From pieces sung by local musicians pouring their love for their hometown into the music, to works in which visitors transformed their moving experiences into sound, songs connected to Shizuoka are truly diverse.
Why not lend an ear to a musical world filled with the unique charm of this land, woven from the blessings of nature and the lives of its people?
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Introducing classic songs about Shizuoka: Local anthems and popular tracks roundup [2026] (31–40)
Shizuoka Prefectural SongBonījakkusu/Itō Kyōko
It’s the prefectural anthem established in 1968, and an EP was released the same year.
The lyrics were chosen through a public contest.
The music, composed by Yoshinao Nakada, is based on three themes: “abundance,” “beauty,” and “strength.” In recent years it has been performed infrequently, so it might be a somewhat rare piece.
Umi, Sora, Midori MakinoharaKazutaka Imamura
Makinohara is a city in central Shizuoka Prefecture, established in 2005 through the merger of Haibara and Sagara.
This song was created in 2015 to commemorate the 10th anniversary of the merger.
The lyrics were selected based on a public submission process.
It is sung by Kazutaka Imamura, who is from Makinohara.
Shimada City SongŌishi Makiko
This is the city song of Shimada City, located in central Shizuoka Prefecture.
The original tune was composed in 1948, but after the city was newly merged with Kanaya Town in 2005, a new city song was needed, and this song was established in 2010.
The melody is the same as the former city song, but the lyrics are new.
Numazu City SongMAYU
This is the city song of Numazu, located in eastern Shizuoka Prefecture, created in 1955 when it merged with Ashitaka Village, Uchiura Village, Ohira Village, and Nishiura Village.
The composer is Yoshinao Nakada, who wrote many children’s songs such as “Chiisai Aki Mitsuketa” (I Found a Little Autumn).
This video features a version sung by the VOCALOID MAYU.
Hamakita OndoHamakita Nishi Kōkō Suisōgaku-bu
This song was composed in Hamakita City, which used to be located in western Shizuoka Prefecture, and it is now cherished as the ward folk dance song of Hamakita Ward in Hamamatsu City.
Since it’s played at events like Bon Odori, residents of the ward may have heard it.
This video shows scenes from the Hamamatsu Festival Promenade Concert.
Introducing classic songs about Shizuoka: Local anthems and popular tracks roundup [2026] (41–50)
Tenryū Futamata OndoSuzuki Masato
It’s a ward residents’ folk dance song from Tenryu Ward, Hamamatsu City, a relatively new piece created in 2014.
It is sung by Masato Suzuki, who lives in Tenryu Ward, and the CD is sold at an art gallery called “Marukawa no Kura Sasa-mizu.” This video shows it being danced at the Tenryu Industry and Tourism Festival.
Hamakatsu City Songmakino-ki koorasu/ Eng/ Inasa niji no wa gasshoudan
This is the city song of Hamamatsu, the largest municipality by area in Shizuoka Prefecture.
It was newly created to mark the incorporation of 11 cities, towns, and villages in 2005, and was released in 2007.
The lyrics are by Bo Hayashi, and the music is by Yasuhide Ito.
This video shows scenes from the Mikkabi Summer Concert.