New enka single release [April 2025]

A Counting Song of Unsolicited ConfessionsReika

Reika “Counting Song of Unspoken Tales” MUSIC VIDEO

It’s a captivating number that traces feelings from youth all the way to the solitude of the present.

Released by Nippon Crown in April 2025, the piece was created with lyrics by Chihiro Fuyumi and music by Makoto Sugimoto.

The song weaves tales of urban love, parting, and inner reflection in the style of a counting song.

Its soul-stirring vocals, bluesy soundscape, and lingering melody leave a strong impression.

It’s a track that resonates when you want to quietly look inward in the stillness of night—one that speaks to a mature sensibility.

hesitationAkari Nagitsuki

Akari Nagitsuki / Hesitation - Music Video

A ballad whose melody sinks deep into the heart.

It’s a farewell song set in an airport, released in March 2025 by enka singer Akari Nagatsuki.

Kyo-ko Asahina’s sorrowful yet elegant lyrics blend beautifully with the dramatic composition.

Nagatsuki’s all-embracing vocals are captivating as well.

Each listen deepens the ache, a song that tightens the chest with bittersweet pain.

Please take your time and listen closely.

North StationSayaka Miyo

Sayaka Sanda “Northern Station” Music Video

Set in Hokuriku’s Toyama Prefecture, this enka ballad portrays the poignant scene of a bittersweet parting.

Released as a single in April 2025, it was composed by Yukihiko Ito, who has been Sayo Miyo’s mentor since her debut.

The song conveys the feelings of a woman standing at a station filled with memories, and Miyo’s delicate voice seems to seep deep into the heart.

It’s a wonderful piece that will move anyone who has experienced a farewell.

Please listen while gently immersing yourself in your memories.

Two People's Tokyo StoryAya Isokawa & Masaya Isegahama

Two People's Tokyo Story / Aya Isokawa & Masaya Isegahama

While cherishing the sentiment of Showa-era kayōkyoku, this is a captivating, modernly arranged duet for grown-ups.

Released on April 2, 2025, it features Aya Isokawa’s crystal-clear vocals and Masaya Isegahama’s rich baritone, vividly portraying a mature love story set against the street corners of Tokyo.

It’s perfect for gazing at the city’s nighttime skyline or when you’re in the mood to reminisce about love.

Alone on the shoreKazuo Chiba

Kazuo Chiba “Alone on the Beach” Music Video

This is a single by Enka veteran Kazuo Chiba, slated for release in April 2025.

With an emotionally rich melody, it beautifully captures the poignant feelings of recalling a past love on a twilight shore.

The lyrics by Hajime Ryū and the composition crafted by Kaoru Hanagasa are a perfect match, resulting in a work that truly resonates with listeners.

It’s a gem of a track for those who relate to the subtleties of life and the ache of bittersweet love, and for anyone seeking Enka that speaks directly to the heart.

I remembered my hometown.Kenji Niinuma

Kenji Niinuma / I Remembered My Hometown

A deep affection for one’s hometown seeps into the heart.

Sung by Kenji Niinuma, a native of Ofunato City in Iwate Prefecture, this gentle piece wraps the scenery of his hometown and family memories in a warm embrace.

Released as a single by Nippon Columbia in April 2025, it features a warmly crafted sound that blends nostalgia with modern arrangements.

His expansive, expressive vocals softly stir the listener’s memories.

If you live away from your hometown or carry thoughts of your family close to your heart, please give it a listen.

Secret FlowerKokoa Umetani

[Full MV] Kokoro Umetani 2nd Single “Secret Flower” [Official]

Kokoa Umetani’s second single, “Secret Flower,” is a gem that portrays a youthful romance woven from both heartache and joy.

Released in April 2025, it beautifully blends Masao Urino’s fresh, evocative lyrics with Kohei Sachi’s kayōkyoku-style melody line.

Enhanced by Mitsuo Hagita’s contemporary arrangement, it radiates cross-generational appeal.

Her warm vocals, which gently embrace a love kept close to the heart, feel like a true friend to the soul.