Mariya Takeuchi

The emperor of city pop. 'Christmas Eve' re-enters charts every year as the definitive Japanese seasonal song. His meticulous production established an immortal position in Japanese pop history.

A revival and reassessment movement of sophisticated urban pop music culture from 1980s Japan. Works by artists like Mariya Takeuchi and Tatsuro Yamashita gained renewed international appreciation, becoming a major movement domestically and globally in the 2010s. Discovered by new generations through digital distribution and streaming services, it symbolizes Showa-era prosperity and urban nostalgia, influencing contemporary producers worldwide.

A legendary city pop artist active since the 1970s, known for sophisticated arrangements and masterpieces like 'Christmas Eve.' His refined musical approach influenced countless domestic and international artists. He is now re-evaluated as the pioneering source of the contemporary city pop revival trend.

A female singer who established city pop and AOR aesthetics since her 1978 debut. 'Plastic Love' sparked a vaporwave revival, dramatically increasing her international streaming presence. Known for her elegant, sophisticated vocal style that bridges 1980s aesthetics with contemporary appeal.

The pinnacle of Japan's female city pop singers since her 1978 debut. Her song 'Plastic Love' was rediscovered on YouTube in 2017, becoming the symbol of the city pop revival movement. Her sophisticated songwriting and elegant vocal expression have earned support from music lovers across generations worldwide.

A music unit comprising composer Ayase and vocalist ikura. They gained attention with their unique concept of turning novels into music, and their debut single 'Yoru ni Kakeru' was a massive hit. 'Idol' dominated global streaming charts, symbolizing a new era of international J-Pop success.