Masaharu Fukuyama

A four-piece band with Tokyo University of the Arts alumni. Fusing classical/jazz training with rock, 'Hakujitsu' exceeded 1 billion streams. They elevated the intellectual level of J-pop.

A singer-songwriter who rewrote Japanese music history. Her debut album 'First Love' holds the record for Japan's best-selling album. She pioneered a new era of J-Pop with her innovative blend of R&B and pop. She is globally recognized for her Kingdom Hearts theme songs.

One of Japan's most influential contemporary musicians, who began his career as the Vocaloid producer 'Hachi' before launching a phenomenally successful solo career. His 2018 single 'Lemon' became one of the best-selling digital singles in Japanese music history, surpassing 800 million YouTube views. His genre-blending style incorporates pop, rock, electronic, and hip-hop elements. Major anime tie-ups including 'KICK BACK' for Chainsaw Man and 'Spinning Globe' for Miyazaki's 'The Boy and the Heron' have brought him significant global attention. Yonezu represents the bridge between Japan's Vocaloid internet music culture and mainstream commercial success, inspiring a generation of artists who emerged from online creative communities.

A representative Japanese singer-songwriter recognized as the pinnacle of Japanese pop music. Since her 1998 debut song 'Automatic,' she has garnered overwhelming support. Her complex song compositions, innovative music production, and emotionally resonant vocals have earned both domestic and international acclaim. Her music continues to influence countless artists.

A renowned Japanese singer-songwriter born in New York, debuted in 1998. Her debut album achieved record-breaking sales in Japanese music history. Known for fusing R&B with J-POP into a unique sound, she is highly regarded both domestically and internationally. She has also produced theme songs for the 'Kingdom Hearts' series, continuously influencing the music scene.

A four-piece band from the San'in region. With piano-pop-based compositions, they produced consecutive hits including 'Pretender' and 'Subtitle.' With high musicality and approachable melodies, they are a driving force in Japan's 2020s music scene.