[Songs of Yamaguchi] Introducing local tunes filled with hometown love and tracks related to Yamaguchi
In Yamaguchi Prefecture, the westernmost part of Honshu overlooking the Kanmon Strait, there is a heartwarming world of music deeply rooted in the local community.
From prefectural and city anthems cherished by residents, to theme songs for local information programs, and even unique pieces that straightforwardly sing the praises of delicious local rice, Yamaguchi’s songs are remarkably diverse.
Whether it’s a powerful chant supporting the local soccer team or a friendly theme song from a community-focused supermarket, every track embodies a warmth that’s closely tied to the daily lives of Yamaguchi’s people.
In this article, we’ve gathered songs themed around Yamaguchi Prefecture and its various regions, as well as pieces with connections to Yamaguchi.
You, too, will surely be captivated by these gems imbued with the charm of Yamaguchi.
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[Yamaguchi Songs] Introducing Local Songs Filled with Love for Our Hometown and Tracks Related to Yamaguchi (21–30)
Marukyu (Maruku) Image SongMamī Ishiguro
This is the traditional theme song of Marukyu, a local industry in Yamaguchi Prefecture.
It was composed in 1985, but it still airs as a commercial jingle today, boosting the shopping spirit of many Yamaguchi residents.
It’s also a collaboration between Mr.
Mammy Ishiguro and Mr.
Nakagoshi, the leading figures of Yamaguchi Prefecture’s commercial jingles.
MamejiroSG famirīzu
A piece that sings about Yamaguchi Prefecture’s specialty, Tōshirō, using a folk song-style melodic line.
You can clearly sense how the song and melody beautifully express Tōshirō’s nostalgic and rich flavor.
As expected from Kazuaki Nakagoshi’s work, it has a reassuring stability and a style that lets you listen in a calm, settled mood.
Cocoland Image Songchihiro
This is the theme song of COCOLAND, a resort hotel in Ube City, Yamaguchi Prefecture.
Ube City has a very strong cultural and touristic image even within Yamaguchi, so the lyrics of this work perfectly match the impression of Ube.
It enhances sightseeing trips, weaving memories with your loved ones.
Savings SambaHatchan
This is the theme song of JA Yamaguchi.
It is used to promote one of the cooperative’s flagship products—ordinary savings accounts—as well as its loan products.
As of fiscal year 2017, this commercial jingle is still played at least once every morning on KRY Yamaguchi.
The idea that “Savings? Call JA” has now become common knowledge among Yamaguchi residents.
Refreshing Morning ending themeKRY Yamaguchi
It’s the ending theme of KRY Yamaguchi’s flagship program, “Sawayaka Morning.” As a morning information show, it has been delivering news to households for many years.
Many people likely headed off to work right after listening to this theme song.
It’s a tune known by most residents of Yamaguchi Prefecture.
Song of Mikoto the Mankitadani hiroshi
This piece is sung by Hiroshi Kitadani, whose rugged, masculine voice is widely loved, and it’s about his hometown, Susa in Hagi City, Yamaguchi Prefecture.
The nostalgic melody line, paired with his powerful vocals, portrays a “hero” brilliantly.
The lyrics and music are a perfect match, so please listen all the way to the end.
I want to see you so badly.Nawata Shunji
Composed by a music teacher from Yamaguchi Prefecture, this piece serves as the prefecture’s theme song.
It gained massive popularity after being performed at the National Sports Festival and has since become a beloved anthem symbolizing Yamaguchi.
Performances frequently feature not only children’s choirs but also productions incorporating local mascot characters.