Masterpieces and popular songs by Tokyo Jihen

Here are some songs by Tokyo Jihen, the rock band centered around Ringo Sheena, who is also active as a solo artist.

Although Tokyo Jihen disbanded in 2012 to much regret, we received the happy news of their “reboot” at the start of 2020!

Their appeal lies in the mysterious power of their music: it isn’t exactly pop, yet it’s catchy and irresistibly listenable, combined with the high level of musicianship of each member.

The band was formed when Ringo Sheena, who was working solo at the time, found it difficult to maintain her motivation and thought, “If I compose as though I’m writing songs for band members, maybe I’ll feel more inspired.”

With that origin in mind, give another listen to the many masterpieces that Tokyo Jihen has created.

Playlist

Masterpieces and popular songs by Tokyo Jihen
	Title	Playlist	Review
1	Killer tuneToukyou Jihen		Luxury of the heart is on your side
2	Invisible ManToukyou Jihen		A popular song of pure, crystal-clear emotion
3	Ultramarine DaysToukyou Jihen		Included on Tokyo Jihen’s first album, “Kyōiku,” is...
4	Flash GirlToukyou Jihen		A popular song by Tokyo Jihen. The youthful depiction of not being able to wait is wonderful.
5	The sky is rumbling.Toukyou Jihen		A chilly melody with an image of extreme cold
6	Every girlToukyou Jihen		A song that sings about the witch-like cuteness of Shiina Ringo
7	Much Ado TonightToukyou Jihen		A foreign-movie-style music video where the members play roles
8	Black Cat RoadToukyou Jihen		A lively song packed with black cat imagery
9	setting sunToukyou Jihen		A masterpiece that starts sadly and has a powerful chorus
10	OSCAToukyou Jihen		A song characterized by Ringo Sheena’s idiosyncratic vocals and distinctive solo parts from each instrument.
11	Bring it onToukyou Jihen		Tokyo Jihen's songs are cool.
12	Season farewellToukyou Jihen		Tokyo Jihen’s new song with a sense of speed and freshness
13	New Civilization EnlightenmentToukyou Jihen		The novelty and forward-looking spirit of civilization and enlightenment
14	Apple SongToukyou Jihen		Tokyo Jihen arranged a song by Ringo Sheena.
15	Festival FrenzyToukyou Jihen		A classic song with cool piano and bass
16	an unusual relationshipToukyou Jihen		Songs included on the album after the breakup of Tokyo Hen
17	KabukiToukyou Jihen		Songs where Ringo Sheena’s vocals are cool
18	to liveToukyou Jihen		A song that powerfully sings about the weight of living
19	Delicious seasonToukyou Jihen		A ballad song of a girl in love
20	Active Three MinutesToukyou Jihen		A song by Sheena Ringo with interesting lyrics and a cool melody
21	Marunouchi SadisticToukyou Jihen		Tokyo Jihen is performing a live jazz arrangement of a Shiina Ringo song.
22	Welcome to HeavenToukyou Jihen		Drama theme song depicts parting with life
23	distress (at sea/in the mountains); being lost; stranded; a disaster situationToukyou Jihen		Guitar distinctive distress theme song
24	radio communicationToukyou Jihen		Drum and bass with a pleasant mechanical vocal
25	a winning battleToukyou Jihen		Impressions of a song with a cool bassline
26	desperate situation; a predicament with no way out; a crisis pointToukyou Jihen		Changes in emotions when facing despair
27	scene of carnage; chaotic situation; crisis (literally: battlefield of asuras)Toukyou Jihen		A high-difficulty track where the band/instrumental section is cool
28	Too handsomeToukyou Jihen		Fusion of retro and modern
29	Held even in the rainToukyou Jihen		A shift from cuteness to sophistication
30	Snow CountryToukyou Jihen		Tokyo Jihen’s lyrical masterpiece of Japanese-Western fusion
31	Ice Cream SongToukyou Jihen		Tokyo Jihen delivers exquisite jazz renditions of nursery rhymes.
32	Dopamint!Toukyou Jihen		From melody to anticipation, unfolding into pop power
33	green liquorToukyou Jihen		A digital-only single by Tokyo Jihen
34	Midnight is purityToukyou Jihen		Her mature-sounding voice is distinctive in pop songs.
35	a certain Tokyo residentToukyou Jihen		A sexy, mature song with a bass-driven feel
36	private lifeToukyou Jihen		With an exquisite ballad by Tokyo Jihen led by Ringo Sheena...
37	sweet spotToukyou Jihen		A ballad about parting with a lover
38	sa_i_taToukyou Jihen		A song packed with Tokyo Jihen’s unique charm
39	blackoutToukyou Jihen		A song with outstanding drum rhythms and vocals
40	Child of the 21st Century UniverseToukyou Jihen		Support your heart with a bright and powerful cheer song
41	Alcohol and teetotalersToukyou Jihen		A savage yet elegant, heartrending, multifaceted song
42	MetroToukyou Jihen		A fairytale-like, moving song by Tokyo Jihen
43	secretToukyou Jihen		A band that captivates with cool live arrangements
44	Makunouchi SadisticToukyou Jihen		As if it were a sequel to the masterpiece I created myself…
45	Drowning requestToukyou Jihen		Best songs for relieving stress
46	homesickness for one’s homelandToukyou Jihen		A cute song with the scent of good old Japan
47	FOULToukyou Jihen		A song packed with Tokyo Jihen’s coolness
48	superstarToukyou Jihen		Ringo Sheena composed the piece with Ichiro in mind.
49	Absolute value vs. relative valueToukyou Jihen		Introducing Tokyo Jihen’s offbeat/curveball songs
50	After the dreamToukyou Jihen		A gentle song that expresses motherhood after pregnancy and childbirth
51	heartToukyou Jihen		A song that expresses the profound allure of Tokyo Jihen
52	LetterToukyou Jihen		A beautiful song by Tokyo Jihen tinged with melancholy
53	EducationToukyou Jihen		Tokyo Jihen's 1st album “Kyōiku (Education)”
54	Once a man and a womanToukyou Jihen		Am I old now, I wonder? Even in the title…
55	Farewell at Thirty-TwoToukyou Jihen		Led by Ringo Sheena, which disbanded in 2012...
56	Proof of Eternal AbsenceToukyou Jihen		After ending their activities in 2012, in 2020…
57	The Unchosen PeopleToukyou Jihen		The vibe of Tokyo Jihen, a band formed with Shiina Ringo at its core…
58	Song of the DawnToukyou Jihen		Tokyo Jihen’s “Yoake no Uta” is also best listened to in the morning...
59	funeral processionToukyou Jihen		Eerie phrases and vocals that evoke death…