[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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Songs of Yamaguchi: A showcase of local tunes filled with love for our hometown and tracks related to Yamaguchi (31–40)
TYS Housing Plazaotemoyan
This is the theme song for TYS Housing Plaza, a community-focused enterprise in Yamaguchi Prefecture.
It takes nearly 50 seconds before the singing starts, which sparked buzz with people wondering, “When do they start singing?” With its lively rhythm, it’s a very memorable piece—please give it a listen.
Happy Ribbonorenji☆mirufi~yu
This is the theme song for the Yamaguchi Prefecture-wide joint event, the “Shiawase Ribbon Project.” The lyrics directly embody the content of the event, and Orange☆Mille-feuille’s uniquely lively and lovely vocals perfectly enhance the event’s bright atmosphere.
Yagamine General Parkkumamon yachiyo
This piece sings about Yagamimine General Park, a major tourist attraction in Yamaguchi Prefecture.
Throughout the lyrics, you can sense that the park has long been beloved by the people of Yamaguchi.
Its lively, upbeat melody line expresses the excitement and anticipation of boys and girls.
Hokkun OndoOkita Kayoko
This piece is a song about “Hokkun,” the local character of Shimonoseki City in Yamaguchi Prefecture, notable for its Bon Odori and enka-style composition.
It’s the perfect theme song to express Hokkun’s warm and charming personality, making it very popular especially among young children.
The song is also used in kindergartens and nursery schools.
♪ WishInui-ke
This is the ending theme song of Mōmō TV by a sitting city council member.
The lively acoustic guitar melody is very sprightly, expressing a perfect tonal range that’s neither too dark nor too bright.
It’s easy to listen to, yet you’ll find yourself playing it over and over.
It’s a work with that kind of charm.
[Yamaguchi Songs] A selection of local tunes filled with love for our hometown and tracks related to Yamaguchi (41–50)
Thanks!Maeda Harumi
It’s a relatively new image song for Yamaguchi Prefecture.
Harumi Maeda’s guitar and vocals resonate pleasantly in the ear.
The chorus, in particular, has been highly praised for its tempo, showcasing the beauty of the soprano voice to the fullest.
Song of Hikari City, Yamaguchi PrefectureIkeda Toshiaki
This is a piece that sings about Hikari City in Yamaguchi Prefecture.
The rugged, masculine voice of Toshiaki Ikeda, a locally rooted singer-songwriter, touches the listener’s heartstrings.
The lyrics, as if a man who grew up in Yamaguchi is reminiscing about his boyhood, lead you into a nostalgic mood.