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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?

Introducing classic songs about Shizuoka: Local anthems and popular tracks roundup [2026] (31–40)

Heavenly LeafYoshioka Aika

AiKA Yoshioka, a native of Kakegawa City, created “Amahā” as a heartfelt tribute to her hometown.

It’s a folk-style song filled with a warmly enveloping feel, as if you were standing in springtime tea fields.

Serving also as the image song for the Kakegawa tea brand “Amahā,” its simple, gentle sound is captivating, conjuring scenes of mild sunshine and blooming flowers before your eyes.

Yoshioka’s pure, unadorned vocals layer with the chorus of many fans to weave a soundscape like sun-dappled light filtering through leaves.

Just listening loosens the heart and brings a calm moment.

You can sense the rich blessings of Shizuoka’s nature melting into the melody.

Umi, Sora, Midori MakinoharaKazutaka Imamura

Makinohara City Song: “Sea, Sky, and Green Makinohara”
Umi, Sora, Midori Makinohara Kazutaka 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

Numazu City Song ☆ Vocaloid MAYU
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

Hamakita West High School Brass Band 'Hamakita Ondo'
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.