Who is your favorite idol? Popular idols from the Showa era.
The Showa era saw the rise of many catchy, captivating artists known as “idols,” along with countless classic songs.
Not only were there idol groups, but many solo idols also emerged, enchanting people of all genders.
In this article, we introduce the idols who were especially popular during the Showa era.
We’ve gathered idols that everyone who lived through Showa would know—some who continue to thrive across eras, and others who have become legends.
Be sure to check out Showa-era idols, packed with charms different from those of Heisei and Reiwa idols, along with their signature songs!
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- List of Showa-era variety idols: idols who were active in singing and variety shows
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- An encouraging song we want people in their 80s to hear. A cheer song from the Showa era.
- For seniors: Recommended youthful songs for people in their 90s. A collection of classic Showa-era hits.
- [For Seniors] Popular Kayōkyoku: A Collection of Classic Songs Perfect for Karaoke and Background Music Selection
- Easy-to-sing songs recommended for men in their 80s: Showa-era classics to perform at karaoke
Who is your favorite idol? Popular idols from the Showa era (11–20)
Hello, SadnessYuki Saito
Yuki Saito made her debut in 1985 with the song “Sotsugyo” (“Graduation”).
Idols at the time often had catchphrases, and hers was, “Even the times are dyed by Yuki.” Two years after her debut, she starred as Saki Asamiya, the first Sukeban Deka, in the TV series that began airing then, quickly becoming a hugely popular idol.
In the show she fights using a yo-yo as a weapon, and the yo-yo model used in Sukeban Deka became such a hit that it showed just how influential she was.
She continues to be active today as both an actress and a singer.
In conclusion
We’ve introduced idols who were popular in the Showa era—what did you think? Did it include any of the idols you used to chase after when you were young, or whose bromides you collected? These are idols we hope not only those who lived through the Showa era but also people from the Heisei and Reiwa generations will check out.
If anyone caught your interest, be sure to give their songs a listen!