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A visual kei rock band from Kyoto, formed in 1997. Known for their dark, experimental sound and Kyo's distinctive vocals, they achieved global popularity. Their music fuses metal, pop, and electronic elements into a unique style. They were instrumental in introducing Japanese visual kei culture to the world.

A legendary rock band centered on Yoshiki and Toshi. As founders of Japan's visual kei movement, they left an indelible mark on Japanese rock history with music fusing intense metal sounds with classical ballads. They command a passionate fanbase overseas.

The originators of Japanese visual kei rock. Led by YOSHIKI and TOSHI, they fused heavy metal with classical music and performed at Madison Square Garden. The origin of global V-kei culture.

A Japanese hard rock band centered around Yoshiki. A pioneer of the visual kei movement, it dominated Japan's rock scene from the 1980s to 1990s. Known for powerful drum performances and grand ballads, it gained international popularity.

A Japanese rock band centered around bassist tetsuya. Gained popularity with pop rock-oriented sound within visual kei. With melodic songs and sophisticated visuals, it became a representative band of the 1990s with significant domestic and international support.

A uniquely Japanese rock music movement. Since the late 1980s, it established a performance format fusing visual makeup, fashion, stage production with music. Bands like X Japan, Dir en grey, and the GazettE created a distinctive cultural ecosystem. It showcased Japanese rock culture globally and significantly influenced Asian music scenes. A defining subculture phenomenon.

A four-member rock band from Chiba Prefecture, formed in 1996. Known for their distinctive guitar sound and Motoi Fujiwara's emotive vocals, they have significantly influenced Japan's rock scene. They produced theme songs for anime including 'Attack on Titan' and 'Dr. STONE'. Their poetic and introspective lyrics resonate deeply with audiences globally.